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Canon Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
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Best flash!!!
By Drew on
February 15, 2012
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Versatile, Durable
Cons: Bulky
Other Comments: Get this flash, its worth it!!!
Yes, I recommend this product
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Another excellent Canon product
By Flasher on
January 02, 2012
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Versatile, Durable, Fast Recycling, Easy To Use, Powerful Output, Consistent Output
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Other Comments: Canon is still the top dog in my photo equipment. Build, ease to use, great design, ergonomically friendly, looks and feels professional.
Yes, I recommend this product
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I'm already budgeting another from them.
By Gambo1 on
December 16, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Consistent Output, Powerful Output, Versatile, Durable, Fast Recycling
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Other Comments: I love the flexibility of the features, especially in Manual mode.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Canon Speedlite 580EX II
By Anami1 on
December 13, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Durable, Good price value, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Consistent Output, Powerful Output
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Other Comments: Excellent Buy - Good service - Trusted Site
Yes, I recommend this product
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Impressive top of the line Canon flash
By pase0 on
September 26, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Durable, Fast Recycling, Versatile, Consistent Output, Powerful Output
Cons: Heavy, Bulky, Expensive
Other Comments: This is the most feature loaded flash made by Canon and is very versatile in use. Very powerful and much improved recycle time vs the original 580 EX.
The only negatives of the product are:
-The large size and heavy weight.
The 580 EX II is heavier than some lower end camera bodies as as long as my 100 mm L 2.8. The camera, lens, flash makes for quite a large unit to carry around.
-The lack of a hard dial/switch to control wireless modes as in the 580 EX predecessor.
Instead, we have to press the menu options to switch wireless modes which is cumbersome.
My unit's LCD display seems bad? There is a small area near the bottom of the display that seems like how damaged LCDs look but it is not enough to cause any serious alarms or affect functionality. I do not have another copy to see if I have a bad unit or if this is attributable to a bad batch?
Positives are plenty. This is one feature-rich, powerful flash. The included flash stand is useful for off camera use. I've even had it mounted on a cheap tripod. If you are serious about taking good indoor and even outdoor shots, you need at least one of these. For the casual shooter, you may be better off with the 430 EX II (smaller, lighter, cheaper).
Yes, I recommend this product
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Buy this instead of the 430ex
By photoman on
August 30, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Easy To Use, Versatile, Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Powerful Output
Cons: none
Other Comments: This flash has a very strong light output. It's wireless capabilities are fantastic. Dont waste your time buying the smaller 430ex, get this one. No disappointments.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Great Product
By Ray on
August 17, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Powerful Output, Consistent Output
Cons:
Other Comments: I'm a wedding photographer and use my 580's all the time. They are an excellent flash.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Money well spend
By DBR on
August 15, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Powerful Output, Fast Recycling, Consistent Output
Cons:
Other Comments: have used for large group and individual portraits in both setting the flash was excellent.
Yes, I recommend this product
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580EX II speedlight
By Steve on
July 08, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Powerful Output, Durable
Cons:
Other Comments: This is my second 580EX II which I purchased as a backup. My first 580EX II is still working well after 3 years. I just want to be certain that I can continue shooting if one speedlight decides to retire early.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Buy this one first
By Professor Mad Brad on
July 07, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Easy To Use, Versatile, Durable, Fast Recycling, Slave - Master, Consistent Output, Lightweight, Powerful Output
Cons: Pricey
Other Comments: I would give this flash 5 stars if it cost less but it still is the best for my EOS series cameras, I really like the off camera slave and master use. That feature has one drawback and that is it operates by IR and not a radio frequency. meaning it's range is about 30 feet in direct line of sight. I wish I hadn't wasted my time and money on third party flashes because they just don't stand up next to this OEM product.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Great Flash
By Sheri L on
July 07, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Fast Recycling, Powerful Output, Easy To Use, Consistent Output
Cons: Heavy, Bulky
Other Comments: I've been using it with a fold up softbox over it, and it gives me great light for closeups and portraits. Great Flash, glad I finally bought it.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Great Flash!
By Lindsey on
June 13, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
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Other Comments: I upgraded from the Speedlite 430EX - So far, I love the 580EX II. I had heard great things about it and it's exactly what I was hoping it would be.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Love the brand [...]!
By 6mikoy3 on
June 13, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
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Pros: Versatile, Consistent Output, Durable, Powerful Output
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Other Comments: Canon is the canon in visual arts! Love the brand. [...]
Yes, I recommend this product
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Good but could be improved
By R Photo on
June 10, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Lightweight, Easy To Use, Powerful Output, Versatile
Cons: Slow Recycling
Other Comments: Good but could be better. Power output is ok for a small speedlight. Versatlile enough to work well both on and off camera. More power would of course be great.
Wish the recycle time was faster and the build was a more robust. To improve recycle time, I tried NiZN batteries in one of these and it overheated.
Yes, I recommend this product
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It is a luxury that is a must for all.
By CSMUSARET on
June 09, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Versatile, Fast Recycling, Durable, Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Powerful Output
Cons:
Other Comments: I use the speedlight for all indoor and night shots. My next move will be to buy some slave units for experimenting on different effects. I can't believe the unit was as easy to operate as it was and I haven't taken a bad shot with it YET.
Yes, I recommend this product
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the best flash i ever had
By monicamunozi on
June 05, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Fast Recycling, Consistent Output, Versatile, Durable, Powerful Output
Cons: Heavy
Other Comments: I use it for work.
Pros: fast, easy to use.
cons: heavy
Yes, I recommend this product
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Beachcamera Canon ex580 ii flash
By goodman on
February 28, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
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Pros: Fast Recycling
Cons: Heavy
Other Comments: [...]
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Great
By TD on
February 22, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
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Pros: Versatile, Powerful Output
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Other Comments: Good buy.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Great flash!
By Len on
January 29, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Durable, Versatile, Lightweight, Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Powerful Output, Fast Recycling
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Other Comments: Used for weddings, MUCH better than my old Metz speedlites...
Yes, I recommend this product
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execelent strobe
By Cark on
January 29, 2011
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Speedlite 580EX II CANON AUTHORIZED USA DEALER WARRANTY INCLUDED
(CN580EXII)
Pros: Versatile, Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Durable
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Other Comments: good solid equipment
Yes, I recommend this product
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