Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash + Gary Fong Lightsphere-II with Inverted Dome + 4 Batteries & Charger for Canon EOS Rebel XT, XTi, XS, XSi, T1i, 50D, 40D, 5D SLR Digital Cameras

by Canon

Product Details

• ASIN: B000VTLZA4
• Item model number: 0298B002
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 7, 2007

Product Description

Kit includes:
♦ 1) Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash
♦ 2) Precision Design Multi-Voltage Rapid Charger with 4 NiMH Batteries
♦ 3) Gary Fong Lightsphere-II with Inverted Dome
♦ 4) Precision Design Deluxe 6-Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit

Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Canon Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash (guide number of 141 ft./43m at ISO 100) with a fast recycling time in a compact, durable body. A one-touch, quick-lock mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera's LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20% faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon's wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable "slave unit".

Provide your camera with plenty of power with 4 ultra-high capacity 2900mAh Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and a multi-voltage rapid charger.

The Lightsphere is a large, round, soft and flexible diffuser that slips over the front of compatible flash units. The inside of the Lightsphere is completely textured to make the light dispersion even more "soft" than it would be otherwise. And because of this design, it is possible to make the material more translucent, keeping the unit from losing a lot of light while actually increasing the diffusion and softness of light. The standard inverted dome allows you to softly diffuse direct light with a large, soft source without creating flare on the front of your lens.

Provide your camera with plenty of power with 4 ultra-high capacity 2900mAh Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and a multi-voltage rapid charger.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great little gadget to get studio style results, December 12, 2008

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This review is from: Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash + Gary Fong Lightsphere-II with Inverted Dome + 4 Batteries & Charger for Canon EOS Rebel XT, XTi, XS, XSi, T1i, 50D, 40D, 5D SLR Digital Cameras (Electronics)

The 430EX II flash is a great adjunct for my Canon Rebel XSi SLR camera. In fact, you can't do flash photography without a separate flash; the flash that is attached to the camera is just too harsh! There is a learning curve to using a separate flash, like knowing where to angle the pivoting head, but it is fun experimenting. The Gary Lightsphere II is a neat little gadget that enhances flash photography even more! If you want to get stunning studio style portraits, the Lightsphere is a cheap alternative to purchasing all the umbrella flashes, etc. It is a great value, not to mention extremely portable!