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 12/05/2007 04:06:52 PM · #1
Thanks in advance for your help here.

Will the ST-E2 fire my 430ex flash?
What range does the ST-E2 get indoors/outdoors?
Any known drawbacks with using an ST-E2?
Is there another way to do this?

12/05/2007 04:14:41 PM · #2
Originally posted by RamblinR:
Thanks in advance for your help here.

Will the ST-E2 fire my 430ex flash?
What range does the ST-E2 get indoors/outdoors?
Any known drawbacks with using an ST-E2?
Is there another way to do this?


It will fire the 430ex

I've used mine up to 30-40 feet on a fresh battery

Uses infrared, line of sight. It will work through glass but not walls.

There are radio triggers out there, but they are more expensive. I wouldn't be without my ST-E2
 12/05/2007 04:22:49 PM · #3
I'm looking at a basic light setup for now.

Have the 430ex and want to use it off camera so I thought I'd go the ST-E2. Will then get a light stand, adapter thing that holds both the flash and an umbrella, and some reflectors to bounce the light back.

Thought this would work for a bit and then I can slowly increase.

Thoughts?

Message edited by author 2007-12-19 06:02:03.
 12/05/2007 04:27:13 PM · #4
That would work very well indeed. You can get a stand, umbrella holder (which holds the flash on the stand too) and umbrella for under $50.
 12/05/2007 04:34:39 PM · #5
I'm in Australia. Don't think I'll get it all for $50 here sadly. Where would you recommend in America - could always have it mailed if it works out a lot cheaper.

I'm thinking his basic setup would prove quite portable for outdoor work also. Will look at getting a 580ex down the track (with another light stand, umbrella, etc).

Message edited by author 2007-12-19 06:02:21.
 12/05/2007 04:37:41 PM · #6
I do believe that Midwest Photo Exchange ships internationally. Not sure how much it would cost but I am pretty sur ethey do. Their strobist kits are a great deal.
 12/08/2007 06:24:16 PM · #7
OK, will keep working my questions on this thread.

Has anyone got the cheap radio transmitter ones (like the Pocket Wizards but not nearly as expensive).

Have you found them successful?

I know I loose ettl when I go this way so I would need to learn more about light (sooooo much to learn about everything with photography but I'm sooo loving it all - just get confused with the choices)

Those that have the ST-e2, have you found times it doesn't work - have heard outside with bright days doesn't work that well. Have also heard that a 580ex as the master has a better range so think that might be a better way to go. Then if I get these cheap radio transmitters I could have both flashes off the camera and work that way or maybe go for a ST-E2 at that time.

Is there a site that shows all the tricks for bouncing your onboard camera flash? Always happy to learn more.

Message edited by author 2007-12-19 06:03:33.
 12/08/2007 08:32:19 PM · #8
I use the cheapo "Gadget Infinity" flash triggers. I don't use them with Canon flashes, so not sure how compatible they are, but I have missed a beat with them using Sunpak 383 Auto flashes.

I have to say they are definitely worth what I paid for them.

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