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10/06/2004 03:40:41 PM · #1 |
I am looking for a flash to use on my 10D. At this time I am not very certain of the budget, but yes something less than $300 ? The problem with 10D built in flash is that it creates shadow with wide angle lens ( 17-40 in my case ). I want something that can help me with pictures of a small get-together, a group of let's say 5-10 ppl.
Also what kind of flash would I need for a larger group? let's say a party in a big enough room to accomodate 100 ppl? I am just curious to find if I need very different flash for the two or one flash that can do both ?
thanks,
Gaurawa
Message edited by author 2004-10-06 15:41:25. |
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10/06/2004 04:01:26 PM · #2 |
Don't know the US prices, but the 420EX or 550EX from Canon are the best way to go...preferably the 550EX as you can use 420's as slave units triggered by it.
A cheaper option, and one I have heard good reviews about is the Sigma 500...but I expect someone out there has one and will make me eat my words. |
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10/06/2004 04:01:50 PM · #3 |
Any flash creates shadow when not used properly, but you're right about onboard flashes: they ALL create shadows [10d or not].
The best flash out there is Canon 550EX. Cost is about $500CND. Worth every penny.
A $300 flash on the 10D wouldn't really make sense. It's not a huge price difference considering the quality difference.
I had the 540EZ and it was slow and loud, I think it was $350CND. I sold it. |
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10/06/2004 04:05:10 PM · #4 |
Try the Sigma 500 DG Super. It sells for less than $200. I've used it in weddings with my 28-135mm, and have experimented with it with my 17-40mm. It's very similar to the more expensive Canon 550. I like it...
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10/06/2004 04:10:27 PM · #5 |
Originally posted by lenkphotos:
Try the Sigma 500 DG Super. It sells for less than $200. I've used it in weddings with my 28-135mm, and have experimented with it with my 17-40mm. It's very similar to the more expensive Canon 550. I like it... |
Really? How far of a reach does it have? I find the 550EX, as powerful as it is, sometimes doesn't reach far enough. Any less and I'd be screwed. Do you know the specs for the Sigma? |
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10/06/2004 04:17:46 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by GoldBerry:
Originally posted by lenkphotos:
Try the Sigma 500 DG Super. It sells for less than $200. I've used it in weddings with my 28-135mm, and have experimented with it with my 17-40mm. It's very similar to the more expensive Canon 550. I like it... |
Really? How far of a reach does it have? I find the 550EX, as powerful as it is, sometimes doesn't reach far enough. Any less and I'd be screwed. Do you know the specs for the Sigma? |
10 m less than the Canon 550EX, I believe.
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10/06/2004 04:25:01 PM · #7 |
| I went with a Metz. The 54MZ-4 and I love it. The head tilts to verticle and swivels,, great for bouncing off walls. |
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10/06/2004 04:27:15 PM · #8 |
Sigma 500 DG super.... best price/quality ratio.... I love it....
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10/06/2004 04:37:27 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by menardmam:
Sigma 500 DG super.... best price/quality ratio.... I love it.... |
is it loud?
The shorter distance is a drawback..that is for large churches I mean, where usually I'mstuck towards the back because the officiate won't let me shoot at the front.
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10/06/2004 04:48:13 PM · #10 |
Another question
the Metz I think is A-TTL while the Canon 420 or 550 are E-TTL
any comments which one you like or which one is better ?
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10/06/2004 05:23:28 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by gaurawa:
Another question
the Metz I think is A-TTL while the Canon 420 or 550 are E-TTL
any comments which one you like or which one is better ? |
It has an E-TTL mode, that kicks in.. it requires an adaptar, SCA 3102, I use the flash with an off camera bracket so it also is part of extending it. |
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10/06/2004 06:17:40 PM · #12 |
I would really investigate the e-ttl factor if not buying Canon ... though it looks like it can works (thanks for the info there JC).
I have a 420ex and love it ..... most of the time. Every now and then I wish it had a little more oomph and wish I'd gone for the 550ex. However, that is rare, so overall I'd still say the 420 is a great unit for the $.
I will upgrade my 420 at some point, maybe keeping it as a slave unit, but will replace it with the 580ex when it comes out.
When the 580ex comes out you might se a lot of 550's dumped on the market and pick one up really cheap.
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10/06/2004 06:18:39 PM · #13 |
I have the 550EX and I love it. So many features that I need to learn how to use properly. As far as shadows go, look at //www.lumiquest.com and maybe they have something you can use. I have their 80/20 and big bounce. I use the 80/20 a lot indoors and the results are amazing.
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10/06/2004 06:28:27 PM · #14 |
Originally posted by MrAkamai:
I have the 550EX and I love it. So many features that I need to learn how to use properly. As far as shadows go, look at //www.lumiquest.com and maybe they have something you can use. I have their 80/20 and big bounce. I use the 80/20 a lot indoors and the results are amazing. |
I use the lumiquest soft box on my 550EX flash (canon 10D too) and the 80/20 looks really useful as well. The soft box has allowed me to take shots I just couldn't have gotten otherwise
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