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Need help with a flash

JesseR
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Apr 19, 2005, 12:19 PM

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I've been looking at Digital cameras, specifically the Rebal XT (350D), and need some help understanding flashes. I know there are different colors, but that's about it. Can anyone recommend a good flash for digital photography?

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Jesse R
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octoberpro
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Apr 19, 2005, 3:04 PM

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Try here! I found a ton of useful information here.

http://photonotes.org/articles/eos-flash/#existing

JesseR
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Apr 21, 2005, 1:43 PM

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Thank you. That appears to be very informative.

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ChopSueyChris
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Apr 25, 2005, 12:13 AM

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hey Jesse. I have the Canon ex580. I love it.

the 580 can also be used to trigger other canon's set to slave for flashes. great for exposing rooms and portrait work.
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Mark Newman
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Apr 25, 2005, 2:42 AM

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I have the 550 and the 580. 580 is so much better.

Scott Brooks
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Apr 25, 2005, 11:21 AM

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I had originally purchased a Sigma flash, but then bit the bullet and purchased the 580. It should be in today. I decided it was silly to skimp on the flash after investing in everything else.

JesseR
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Apr 30, 2005, 11:52 PM

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Thanks. I'm finding the 580 to be the flash of choice for Canon users.

Thanks!

Now I learning about glass... WOW talk about some learning....
Jesse R
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ChopSueyChris
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May 1, 2005, 11:49 AM

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Good choice Jesse. My boss is a Nikon guy and his Nikkon and Metz flashes arent nearly as friendly to the user as the 580 is
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GmElliott
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May 2, 2005, 1:15 PM

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I love shooting with the 580's little white bounce card (catch light?). Gives great exposures indoors.

Glen Elliott
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