How do I use my Canon Speedlite 270EX 2?
Solution
- Press the camera Menu button.
- Select the first Shooting Menu (first camera icon on the left).
- Select [Flash control] or [External Speedlite control].
- Select [External flash func. setting].
- Set [Flash mode] to [E-TTL II] This step is not necessary for cameras that have no built-in flash.
What is a good flash for Canon?
Best Camera Flash for Canon
- Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI. This is one of the top camera flashes by Canon because of its ideal bounce angles.
- Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT. This Canon 600EX external flash is designed for professional use and provides gorgeous images.
- Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT.
- Canon Speedlite 270EX II.
How do I choose a flash for my DSLR?
A flash guide number simply states how far the light will reach on optimal camera settings. A flash with a 120′ guide number is more powerful than a flash with a 60′ guide number. The flash with the higher guide number will be able to light subjects that are farther away from the flash.
How do I know if a flash is compatible with my camera?
The first thing you want to do is to check that the pins on the foot of the flash match the contacts on the hotshoe of your camera. They need to match in both the number of pins and placement so that the pins will touch the contacts exactly. Most sellers will show a picture of the foot of the flash.
How long does a camera flash last?
A full-power flash from a modern built-in or hot shoe mounted electronic flash has a typical duration of about 1ms, or a little less, so the minimum possible exposure time for even exposure across the sensor with a full-power flash is about 2.4ms + 1.0 ms = 3.4ms, corresponding to a shutter speed of about 1/290 s.
Why use an external flash on a DSLR?
A1: An external flash is more powerful for casting light into a far distance, or ensuring sufficient coverage when shooting with an ultra-wide angle length. The built-in flash (also called a pop-up flash) that comes with most cameras, including DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, is indeed very convenient to use.