I would like to know if the bounce capability allow the flash head to swivel 180 degrees? Also, i would like to know what the 'modelling mode' is?
384712
Yes it will swivel 180° I have yet to use the modeling feature on it I would by these again for the price they are the same as the new 600 and work flawlessly
384713
The 568EX II does swivel 180 so you can bounce the flash off walls and ceilings. I am not sure about modeling mode. There are 3 modes on the flash: Manual, TTL and Multi. Multi mode will allow the flash to fire multiple times per second. So you can take a long exposure picture and have the flash fire multiple times. Hope this helps
384714
modelling mode refers to stroboscopic flash (where the flash fires several times during a exposure), just google stroboscopic photography to get an idea of what it is.
384715
when modelling mode is on, stroboscopic flash will emit while you push down DOP preview button on your camera that you can use as a "modeling light" on your subject while composing the photo. I find the feature pretty useless...unless you're into photographing your subjects having seizures. Note that there is a separate AF assist beam and that the modelling mode is not an AF assist system. Ostensibly it might help with manual focus, although it practice that would be ergonomically challenging given that you need to be pressing the DOP Prev. button.
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The head does swivel a full 180 degrees and allows for bounce off walls etc. I am not sure about the Modelling mode, never seen it or used it. I use it in ettl or Manual mode only. Tip - Make sure you use Eneloop rechargeable batteries, as they are by far the best for this application.
922498
I don't know...can you take it to a Canon store to see? Or can you email/call Canon?It's a fantastic flash...especially for bouncing off walls and ceilings.
1832715
yes, it worked fine for me. I liked the bounce feature too. It isn't the most powerful but for many applications it will work just fine.
585591
Yes, it comes with everything you need to mount your flash to it. You will need to buy some type of swivel so that you can tilt it though. Otherwise it will mount directly to your light stand and you will only be able to shoot your light at 90 degrees. I use the Manfrotto 026 Swivel. There are cheaper options out there if you want to save money.
371513
Well, the mode will not change if dropped or shaking. It has to be manually press at the end switch. However the lens for the flash light will become loose if dropped too many times. You have to super glue it or no zooming (in or out).
1867532
It is very secure. Uses a thumb wheel to tighten same as the flash uses. The viewfinder tilts so if it were to snag it will just tilt up and not snag or break. I leave mine dedicated on the 5N since I got it. It is a quality unit.
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Yes, swivels both vertically and horizontally. On the horizontal I can swivel it 90 degrees to the right and 180 degrees to the left (yes, all the way to the rear) from the straight-ahead position. On the vertical I can swivel 90 degrees from straight-ahead to straight-up. I have three so far, using the Nikon D200 built-in flash at manual low output to trigger the Neewers at the S1 setting (fire on the first flash). As pointed out elsewhere, the output of each Neewer flash has to be set manually with the buttons in the back at one of the eight selection levels. Works very well for me, one model light, one kicker light and one to erase the backdrop shadows. Yes, swivels both vertically and horizontally. On the horizontal I can swivel it 90 degrees to the right and 180 degrees to the left (yes, all the way to the rear) from the straight-ahead position. On the vertical I can swivel 90 degrees from straight-ahead to straight-up. I have three so far, using the Nikon D200 built-in flash at manual low output to trigger the Neewers at the S1 setting (fire on the first flash). As pointed out elsewhere, the output of each Neewer flash has to be set manually with the buttons in the back at one of the eight selection levels. Works very well for me, one... » Read More Yes, swivels both vertically and horizontally. On the horizontal I can swivel it 90 degrees to the right and 180 degrees to the left (yes, all the way to the rear) from the straight-ahead position. On the vertical I can swivel 90 degrees from straight-ahead to straight-up. I have three so far, using the Nikon D200 built-in flash at manual low output to trigger the Neewers at the S1 setting (fire on the first flash). As pointed out elsewhere, the output of each Neewer flash has to be set manually with the buttons in the back at one of the eight selection levels. Works very well for me, one model light, one kicker light and one to erase the backdrop shadows. « Show Less
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Yes, it is fully compatible. I have used it for low-light shooting in dimly-lit rooms, and it is great. Rotates 90 degrees upward, but does not swivel side to side, as does the highest end Fuji flash, which I also have...but it is WAY heavier than this EF-20, so I wind up using the EF-20 almost all the time. This EF-20 VERY lightweight. Also, TTL; I have synced to 1/250th, but other folks say 1/180 is all they can get.
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I'm not sure what your flash needs are but it sounds like you use flash pretty often so a decent one might be a good idea.I recently replaced a Sigma 500 Super that I appear to have worn out with a a 430EX II. Nice flash - good feature set, powerful enough for all but the largest venues, not too big, recharged VERY fast and silently and tilts AND swivels so you can always use ceiling bounce no matter what orientation you're shooting in plus, if you ever upgrade to a 580EX, you can use the 480EX as an ETTL slave. AND, starting April 3rd, Canon will be offering the following INSTANT rebates:SPEEDLITE 580EX II - $50SPEEDLITE 430EX II - $30SPEEDLITE 220EX - $30That will put the 430EX II around $240 or $250. I'm not sure what your flash needs are but it sounds like you use flash pretty often so a decent one might be a good idea.I recently replaced a Sigma 500 Super that I appear to have worn out with a a 430EX II. Nice flash - good feature set, powerful enough for all but the largest venues, not too big, recharged VERY fast and silently and tilts AND swivels so you can always use ceiling bounce no matter what orientation you're shooting in plus, if you ever upgrade to a 580EX, you can use the 480EX as an ETTL slave. AND, starting April 3rd, Canon will be offering the following... » Read More I'm not sure what your flash needs are but it sounds like you use flash pretty often so a decent one might be a good idea.I recently replaced a Sigma 500 Super that I appear to have worn out with a a 430EX II. Nice flash - good feature set, powerful enough for all but the largest venues, not too big, recharged VERY fast and silently and tilts AND swivels so you can always use ceiling bounce no matter what orientation you're shooting in plus, if you ever upgrade to a 580EX, you can use the 480EX as an ETTL slave. AND, starting April 3rd, Canon will be offering the following INSTANT rebates:SPEEDLITE 580EX II - $50SPEEDLITE 430EX II - $30SPEEDLITE 220EX - $30That will put the 430EX II around $240 or $250. « Show Less
2215401
I just got the flash yesterday and tried it on several FZ1000 programmed exposure settings. It works perfectly. The flash tube even zooms in and out in response to the lens zoom position. I tried it as a direct flash and bounce flash and it works beautifully. It works as well as do my Canon flashes on my Canon SLR cameras.
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I don't know what the best would be, I do know that I have owned many flashes and this flash meets all my needs and more. Some of the features I think you will like is the swivel head and the compact size. Easy to take with you and when it is installed on the camera they make a compact size. So far as a flash it has exceeded my needs.
767520
It is not a defect, it's simply a spring loaded flash. There's no ability for the camera to retract it. In fact, I don't think I've seen a model like this retract its own flash.
2148696
Possibly, the flash speed is adjustable. however you may need 2 or 3 for the proper effect.
2223672
This came off a website selling the SB-300 - SB-300 AF SpeedlightTake control of the lighting around you with this compact Speedlight for D-SLRs and hot-shoe equipped COOLPIX cameras. Find new inspiration: use the 120 degree tilting head to bounce the flash off a nearby wall or ceiling (bounce flash), eliminate unwanted shadows on your subject (fill-flash) or illuminate a poorly lit scene with a soft, balanced light tailored to your shot.
555644
The one I ordered did not have the swivel ball. It was also defective. Could not enter the menu system. Came up to a screen that said "mass storage" and PC Photo. Couldn't get it off that screen. Spy Tech would not return my calls. Left a message and spoke to a girl who said someone would call me right back. They never did. Good Luck!
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I currently have both the 430 ex II and 270 ex , I am thinking hard about returning the 430 ex II. In P , AV, or manual mode the only real difference I see is the range, the 430 is about 16 feet better. And the 270 does bounce it does not rotate.
750366
Yes, it does swivel. I tried that feature when it first arrived. It has some very nice features including a setting for use as a slave with cameras that have a preflash. The Xit flash will ignore the preflash and flash only on the second flash from the camera. Downside for my application is that the LCD display doesn't work properly at temperatures below 60 degrees F although it will flash properly when mounted on a camera and set for automatic mode. I purchased it for off camera use and as a slave only. That the display doesn't work properly at lower temperature is a big disadvantage for me. I returned it.