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Can I use the NEEWER QPRO-N on Canon R6 with NEEWER Z2-C 2,4G TTL Flash units if I don't need ETTL?

I would like to buy the QPRO-C TTL Wireless Flash Trigger but it is currently out of stock everywhere I looked. So I am wondering if I could just buy the N version for example to bridge the estimated ...

Jan_B

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asked Nov 29 at 8:43

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Can you adjust flash settings on the camera with a manual flash?

I have had some Yongnuo flash gear for a while and it has been totally fine for what I need (manual flash, some simple off-camera triggering, etc.). I recently got a Canon R6 and on-camera flash with ...

David Doria

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asked Jun 14 at 14:08

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1 answer

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Why would my flash be firing when attaching to hotshoe, but then not afterwards?

Odd one. I've got 3 X Canon 580 EX IIs. They all seem to work fine on my camera hotshoe. When I attach each one to the hotshoe, it does not fire during the attachment process. It then all works as ...

Kiksy

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asked Nov 8, 2022 at 15:38

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Is there an adapter to get a 3rd-party flash to work on my Canon 4000D (T100)?

I just bought a Canon 4000D, which came with an external flash. However, the camera doesn't come with the center hotshoe contact and the flash only works with the center contact. Is there an adapter ...

Keegan

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asked May 28, 2022 at 16:17

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Why is my EL-100 not firing on my T7/2000D with a sync contact on the hotshoe?

I’m having a similar issue, I bought the EOS 2000d from Canon recently with an EL-100 speedlite. I can not get the speedlite to flash. My camera does have the sync connector on the hotshoe.

Sarra Jane Langdon

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asked Apr 14, 2022 at 13:31

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How do I change the channel on a Yongnuo YN685C flash?

I have the Yongnuo YN685C for Canon cameras. I am using the YN622C-TX and also the YN622C. How do I change the channel on the YN685C?

Bill Hirsh

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asked Jul 26, 2021 at 16:33

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What speed lights are compatible with canon 2000d? I can’t find any

I’ve been looking for a speed lite compatible with my canon 2000d but I can’t seem to find any! If anyone knows of any of much appreciated It.

Rebecca

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asked Dec 28, 2020 at 16:44

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Godox x1r x1t and canon speedlite 430exii [duplicate]

I was waiting for your kind reply on how to synchronise the godox x1r x1t & canon speedlite 430exii.. Thank you

Vishnu S

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asked Sep 15, 2020 at 15:22

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1 answer

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Synch eos rp and flash speedlite 430exII, godox x1t 2.4g

I have canon eos rp and flash speedlite 430exII, ive purchased godox x1t 2.4g but not able to synchronise the flashing, pls help.. can anybody help me to sort it out pls

Vishnu S

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asked Sep 8, 2020 at 15:52

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How do I set up a Godox X2Tc to control a Canon Speedlite 430 EXII

I have a Godox X2Tc and a Godox X1Rc. I want to control my Canon Speedlite 430 EXII. (I also have a Godox V1, which is a beautiful thing!) I have the Canon Speedlite attached to the Godox receiver, so ...

TDiz1

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asked Sep 14, 2019 at 22:19

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1 answer

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Yongnuo YN622C II compatability with 580ex II

I have just purchased a Yongnuo YN622C II and the YN622C-TX. I want to set up my 580ex II off camera however, it doesn't seem to connect with the transceiver. The system works fine with my 430ex II ...

Tamara

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asked Sep 6, 2019 at 14:00

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Canon A-1 (analogue) with modern speedlite/flash system

I'm the proud owner of a Canon A-1 film camera. It's really the love of my life. I love to shoot film, but while I'm thinking about shooting some studio work on film, I'm really confused about how I ...

FreddyRibs

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asked Jul 29, 2019 at 14:55

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What speedlites can work with the Canon non-standard hotshoe found on their low-end camera models?

I was wondering if someone can help me out in finding which speedlites I can use on a Canon 4000D, as this camera does not have a centre connection on it.

Mark Elliott

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asked Jun 23, 2019 at 16:51

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What is the things on front of the Canon 600EX RT? [closed]

There are two things on the front. An hole with a metal rod in it [perhaps a connection for something] A red piece of glass with something in it. [stupid guess says it's an charging indicator.] ...

Delta Oscar Uniform

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asked Feb 19, 2019 at 10:14

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Flash intensity levels aren't the same across consecutive photographs

I'm not sure how else to put it, but it is what it exactly sounds like. When I take consecutive pictures in Aperture priority mode, it so happens that the first image is probably brighter (high flash) ...

deppfx

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asked Dec 26, 2018 at 21:40

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6 answers

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Canon EOS 4000D with Apeman SL 450C Speed Light - Photographs Dark

I have just bought a new Canon EOS 4000D with an Apeman SL 450C speed light. When I take a photograph with the speed light switched off the photographs are a decent brightness. When I switch the speed ...

Michael LB

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asked Oct 22, 2018 at 16:11

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1 answer

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Wired Flash Trigger Speedlite 470ex-ai 5D mark iv

I was interested in getting a flash for my 5D Mark iv, specifically the Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI, however, I currently use a top handle on camera since I also do a decent amount of videography. I was ...

Roshan

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asked Jun 11, 2018 at 6:36

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2 answers

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Which Canon DSLRs support High Speed Sync and what other requirements are there?

As Nikon does not support High Speed Sync (HSS) / Focal Plane (FP) Flash on its D3x00 & D5x00 series DSLRs, I was wondering if Canon has cameras incapable of HSS in their line-up, too, and what ...

randomphotog

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asked Apr 5, 2018 at 9:57

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Is there an alternative insert to the built in wide panel for the Canon 430 EX ii speedlite?

I recently purchased the 430 ex II speedlite second hand. I have come to notice that the wide panel is missing and as such I cannot alter the zoom on the speedlite unless there is something ...

John Paul Madine

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asked Jan 2, 2018 at 22:42

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Yongnuo 685 showing "hot"

I was shooting a wedding yesterday and was using one of my YN685's extensively during the getting ready session. The flash showed "hot" about halfway through. I never had this happen before but I took ...

Matt

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asked Oct 8, 2017 at 17:40

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How to synchronize Yongnuo yn 560 iii with Canon Speedlite 430 ex III-RT

Is it possible to synchronize Yongnuo yn 560 iii flash with a Canon Speedlite 430 ex III-RT flash using in built transceivers?

Vijay

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asked Aug 29, 2017 at 13:36

3 votes

1 answer

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Flash accessories for the Canon EOS M10

I'm really new to cameras and I'm struggling to find the right accessories for my camera. I mainly use my camera to take photos for my blog, and I need a flash accessory that will help lighten up the ...

Rachel

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asked Jan 15, 2017 at 16:36

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1 answer

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Can the Canon EX III RT trigger an EX II?

Can a Canon EX III-RT trigger an EX II? I tried to conect them but was not unsuccessful. Is it possible to connect them at all?

Aldas

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asked Dec 26, 2016 at 20:49

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What's the difference between Speedlite YN467 for Nikon and for Canon?

and also, can I use the YN467 for Canon on a Nikon DSLR?

crishu

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asked Sep 12, 2016 at 12:28

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1 answer

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Where do I start when figuring out which external flash to get for a Canon 600D?

I am embarking on a course and part of the kit required is an external flash. The tutor has said to get something for a Canon - this was the recommended Nikon one (as she has a Nikon). Nikon ...

BevSz

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asked Aug 8, 2016 at 12:28

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How do I use a Canon 430EX II off-camera with Cybersync triggers and a 5D Mark II?

I am aware that the Canon 430EX II can only be used as a slave, but if I have the hot shoe adaptor with a standard PC cable connecting it to my Cybersync receiver (which fires upon connection) when ...

tfphoto

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asked Jun 30, 2016 at 13:21

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Why won't my camera communicate with a new flash after doing an experiment with an older film camera flash?

I used a Cobra Auto2 10 (older film camera flash) on my Canon DSLR 5D mark 3 for an experiment. The flash was working fine. Then I put my newer Metz 58 AF-1 and AF-2 flash back on on the camera. My ...

romolo

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asked Jun 4, 2016 at 9:51

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1 answer

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How to change zoom on TRIOPO TR950 Speedlite

I recently bought a Triopo TR950 speedlite from AliExpress which works great as a manual flash but I have one problem, I can't find any way to adjust the zoom on the camera. It has the zoom indicated ...

tino1b2be

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asked Mar 24, 2016 at 9:20

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Is the Canon EOS hot shoe the same across camera bodies?

Is the Canon EOS 60D hot shoe the same as the Canon EOS T3i's hot shoe? I want to know if I can use any Canon EOS camera to fire a strobe. The strobe works with EOS 60D.

matador

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asked Jan 9, 2016 at 21:06

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Can a third-party flash made for Canon be used on a Contax G1?

Is it feasibly possible to attach a third party Flash made for Canon on a Contax G1?

polyglot

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asked Jan 2, 2016 at 19:28

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Can a Speedlite 430EZ be used with a Canon 6D?

I have recently bought a Canon 6D and want to use my Speedlite 430EZ with it. Is this possible, or are there compatibility issues?

Victor Powell

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asked Sep 28, 2015 at 11:38

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1 answer

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How can I get the flash to work in liveview mode on my Canon 70D? [duplicate]

I have a Canon 70D with a Canon Speedlite 580EX II. This may be a duplicate question, but I can't find the answer. I can't get the flash to go off in live view mode, either the external flash or the ...

Susan T

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asked Sep 18, 2015 at 22:08

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Do Canon's EX-RT speedlights still work with the old optical wireless system?

Canon's latest Speedlites, the 600EX-RT and the just-announced 430EX III-RT, can be controlled via radio rather than light to avoid the line of sight requirement that older optically-triggered ...

Caleb

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asked Jul 8, 2015 at 17:56

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Shooting in Manual [duplicate]

If I set my camera (canon 7d) to manual and the speedlight (600ex) to ETTL, shouldn’t the flash put out the necessary power to expose the image?

Reggie

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asked Jun 16, 2015 at 1:46

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1 answer

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Why is my 430EX firing sporadically on my 40D?

I have a 430EX mounted on the hotshoe of a Canon 40D. I would like to use this in the studio and have the flash fire every time I shoot a photo. However it only fires sometimes. I am using manual (M) ...

William Entriken

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asked May 17, 2015 at 18:14

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Is the Vivitar SF 4000 flash compatible with the Canon Rebel XT?

Is the Vivitar VIV-SF-4000 flash compatible with a Canon Rebel XT? It will flash but doesn't seem to sync with all the settings.

ace

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asked Mar 29, 2015 at 21:24

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Can I use an off-camera Canon 90 EX to trigger a Canon 430 EX II?

Following on the heels of this question, I'm hoping that somebody can help me. If used with a transmitter/receiver, will the Canon 90 EX speedlite still serve as a master unit and fire a 430 EX II ...

Matt

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asked Mar 4, 2015 at 3:20

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3 answers

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What setups work to trigger a Profoto B1 and Canon 600EX-RT Speedlights together from canon body

Given a Profoto B1, a Profoto AIR Remote TTL-C, and some Canon 600EX-RT , what configurations work with triggering these items together. Additional items are allowed (slave triggers, pocket wizards, ...

Jafin

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asked Feb 18, 2015 at 21:56

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3 answers

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Is there a Canon equivalent of the Nikon CLS?

Does Canon have its own version of the creative lighting system?

connersz

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asked Nov 17, 2014 at 11:28

2 votes

1 answer

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Can a Speedlite 430EX II be used on a Canon EOS 6D?

I recently purchased a Canon EOS 6D, but my Speedlite 430EX II is not working with it. Is this flash not compatible with the 6D? When I go to Menu --> External Speedlite Control, flash firing is ...

Saif

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asked Jul 16, 2014 at 3:41

4 votes

2 answers

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Canon speedlites not firing when in Live View

I am having difficulty getting my Canon speedlites (600ex master and two 430ex slaves) to fire when using Live View on my 5D Mark III. I have no triggering problems except when using Live View. I was ...

h3nryyy8

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asked Jun 15, 2014 at 20:54

5 votes

1 answer

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How do the Sigma flashes compare to (and work with) Canon flashes on Canon bodies?

Sigma produces some very powerful flashes, like the Sigma EF-610 DG ST and Sigma EF-610 DG Super, that cost a fraction of what Canon charges for their Speedlite of same guide number. I'm already ...

Hugo

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asked Feb 27, 2014 at 9:27

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Why isn't my Canon Speedlite 580 working on my 5D Mark II?

I was shooting at night and my flash was working perfectly, all of a sudden I tried taking another picture and it stopped working. I was using it on ETTL mode, the pictures looked underexposed with no ...

Daniela

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asked Dec 1, 2013 at 2:49

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What color are actual LEDs used in the 430EXii Speedlite's AF-assist?

I've discovered consistent focus problems using Rebel XSi + 430EXii + Tamron 28-75. I confirmed this is a common problem which occurs when the Speedlite's AF-Assist is enabled. Some have suggested ...

Desert__Bee

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asked Sep 26, 2013 at 1:38

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2 answers

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Canon 580EX compatible with xxxEX II flashes?

I've got a Canon 580EX (original, not the II) flash, and now I'm interested in adding a slave flash. I stopped by a camera store this evening to look at the 430EX II, but the salesman advised me that: ...

Caleb

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asked Jul 24, 2013 at 9:50

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Why does the IR-Assist beam of Canon Speedlites not get used in AI Servo AF mode?

The IR AF-assist beam on the Canon Speedlites (I have a 430 EX II) doesn't seem to come on when the DSLR (I have the EOS 7D) is in 'AI Servo' AF-mode. It works fine if I'm in one-shot mode (comes on ...

drfrogsplat

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asked Mar 5, 2013 at 0:36

10 votes

3 answers

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Is my Canon speedlite really dead?

My Canon 550ex wouldn't switch on yesterday. Completely dead. Changed the batteries (twice). Still nothing, no indication of life. It was fine last time I used it about a week ago. Is there anything ...

Ken

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asked Jan 21, 2013 at 22:18

2 votes

5 answers

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How should I set up my studio to take sharp portraits without shadows with two white umbrellas and one silver umbrella?

What would be the best studio setup using two white umbrellas with lights, one silver umbrella with a light and canon 430ex ii? My goal is to take sharp pictures of people without shadows. I am not ...

Max C

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asked Jan 16, 2013 at 3:27

1 vote

2 answers

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PC flash sync adapter for canon 550ex

I'm trying to sync my XTi to a 550ex speedlite with PC cord. I'm shopping on amazon.co.uk and can only find two adapters that might do the job; Hama or SC2. Will either of these do the job? If not can ...

Ken

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asked Nov 24, 2012 at 20:19

8 votes

3 answers

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What flash slaves can be used with a Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT?

My current flash setup is a standard shoe mount but I've been thinking about getting a remote. I've been drooling over the Speedlite 600EX-RT. It uses radio to control slaves, which is nice (longer ...

editor

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asked Oct 17, 2012 at 17:04

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