Canon Speedlite 430EXII

Replacing the Canon Speedlite 430EX, the Canon Speedlite 430EX II offers fast, silent recycling and full control via the menu system of compatible EOS cameras. It is ideal for both amateurs and professionals seeking a versatile,all-purpose flash.

A high-powered compact flash, the Canon 430EX II has a guide number of 43 (m/ISO 100 at 105mm) and an inbuilt wide panel to allow coverage suitable for wide angle lenses to 14mm.

Canon 430EX II new features
For maximum flexibility and ease of use, this flash incorporates a number of new features. Recycle times have been reduced by approximately 20%, with the recycle process performed silently to minimise distraction. A new metal mounting foot with redesigned connection pins provides ultra-stable communication between the camera and flash; for rapid connection to the camera, a new quick release and locking mechanism is also incorporated.
Used in Manual mode, the Canon Speedlite 430EXII offers settings in 1/3 stop increments for increased precision of operation. Plus – when used with compatible EOS cameras – every setting on the Canon Speedlite 430EXII can be controlled via the camera menu system, allowing rapid, intuitive alteration of settings.

Canon Speedlite 430EXII system flash
The Canon 430EX II is a key component of the integrated flash system for both analogue and digital cameras, and is fully compatible with the distance-linked E-TTL II system found on recent EOS cameras. It can also be used as a slave unit when combined with a master unit in a wireless flash setup.

White balance compensation
Slight variations in a flash gun’s voltage and brightness can destabilise white balance in respective frames during continuous shooting. The Speedlite 430EXII compensates for this by transmitting colour information from the flash to the camera. This information is then used to optimise the white balance setting for each individual image. This function works with the camera set to Auto WB or Flash Mode.

Matching sensor size
When mounted to compatible EOS digital cameras, the Canon 430EX II detects whether the sensor is full frame,APS-C or APS-H. The flash’s zoom position is then automatically adjusted, optimising flash coverage and
the amount of charge needed per shot.

Canon Speedlite 430EXII key features:

• Includes Speedlite 430EX II, Soft Case, Shoe Stand, Instruction book (EFS), and Warranty card with Service Network List (BLANK)
• Superior build quality, including a metal foot for added strength
• Approximately 20% faster recycling time, compared to previous 430EX
• One-touch quick-lock mechanism for easy attaching/detaching flash from camera
• Full flash control possible on camera menu, with compatible EOS digital SLRs