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New features
For maximum flexibility and ease of use, the Speedlite 430EX II
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 Speedlite 430EX II offers settings in 1/3
stop increments for increased precision of operation. Plus – when used
with compatible EOS cameras – every setting on the Speedlite 430EX II
can be controlled via the camera menu system, allowing rapid, intuitive
alteration of settings.
System flash
The Speedlite 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 430EX II 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 Speedlite 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.
Fully featured for full control
Other features on the Speedlite 430EX II include 1st and 2nd curtain
flash synchronisation, exposure compensation, and an expanded range of
nine custom functions.
Accessories
The Speedlite 430EX II can be used with the following
optional accessories: the Canon OC-E3 off-camera shoe cord and the
Speedlite bracket SB-E2. Featuring a handy quick release/locking
mechanism, the OC-E3 adds wired, short-range positioning flexibility to
the Speedlite 430EX II. The Speedlite bracket SB-E2 is designed
specifically for wedding and press photography and allows the Speedlite
430EX II to be mounted to one side of the camera – removing the harsh,
unnatural shadows that can occur to one side of the subject when
shooting in portrait orientation with a camera-mounted flash.
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