Canon Speedlite 430EX II (Pre_ Owned)

📸 Canon Speedlite 430EX II – Mid-Range Flash for Canon EOS

The Canon Speedlite 430EX II is a compact yet powerful external flash unit crafted for Canon EOS DSLR users. With excellent recycling time, flexible flash angles, and robust build quality, it offers the perfect combination of performance, portability, and ease of use — ideal for portrait, event, and general-purpose photography.

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🔧 Key Specifications

• 📏 Guide Number: 43m (ISO 100, 105mm)
• 🔍 Zoom Range: 24–105mm with 14mm wide diffuser
• 🔄 Flash Head Movement: 90° tilt | 180° swivel left | 90° right
• ⚡ Recycling Time:
  • 0.1–3.7s (alkaline)
  • 0.1–2.0s (NiMH)
• 🔋 Power: 4× AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
• ⚖️ Weight: 320g (without batteries)
• 📐 Size: 72 × 122 × 101 mm
• 🎛️ Modes: E-TTL II, E-TTL, TTL, Manual (1/1 to 1/64 in 1/3 stops)
• 📡 Wireless: Slave mode (Canon optical system)
• 🛠️ Extra Features:
  • Durable metal hot-shoe
  • Silent recycle system
  • 9 custom functions

🔗 Product resources: B&H | Canon Global | Specs Overview | 📄 PDF Manual

✅ Pros

• ✔️ Consistent E-TTL II exposure for accurate lighting
• ✔️ Flexible head for bounce and directional flash
• ✔️ Solid build with metal mount
• ✔️ Intuitive controls integrated with Canon menus

❌ Cons

• ❌ Cannot act as a wireless master
• ❌ No radio transmission or high-speed sync
• ❌ Discontinued model, replaced by 430EX III-RT

🎯 Ideal For

Photographers looking for a reliable, compact, and affordable flash for Canon DSLRs — perfect for weddings, portraits, on-location events, or creative off-camera lighting setups.

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