I love this flash unit. I purchased 2 of them about 4 years ago. A small compact flash unit that packs quite a punch! Very powerful and reliable for it's size!
I got mine delivered 2 days ago, it took me a while to find out how the infra red function worked, but it works. Standard they turned it off and it was on pre-flash mode. I think I will get 2 more of those, on on the hot shoe for fill, and 2 for lighting the subject. The only thing I noticed is that it is a bit slower it seems with re-charching compared with my old 430-EX II flash.
Ha! Thanks. I left it in because I thought it looked cool, but you're the first person to mention it. You win the prize. :) But really, thanks for your comment.
well that's cool to know, now I just have to fix my current 430 seems like one of the cheap contacts got some slight corrosion and get that current 430
As far as I can tell the one is just missing the RT by way of a typo. I don't think a mark 3 exists that doesn't have the remote triggering. So, they are the same, one's just displayed wrong.
Thanks for this video. I just watched it now. Thinking of getting this 430 flash for my Canon M50 mirrorless camera. Question please: Does the 430 flash overheat and stop working as some reviewers have mentioned?
Jokes where a bit random but showed personality. In terms of the information I found it very helpful. I would however like to know if you can control the power of off camera flash wirelessly from the on camera 430exiiirt for ettl. Can you also change the power of each group etc
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. You can change the power of each group from the master. I feel like that's only for Manual though, I'd have to check, but I didn't think you could change the power when in ETTL, because that's kind of an automatic mode.
Hi. The 430 is about 70% as powerful as the 600. Both will work for outdoor assuming that your subject isn't too far away. The guide number for the 430ex is 141-feet or 43 metres, and it's 197 feet or 60 metres for the 600.
Absolutely. Here they are on Amazon: amzn.to/2diehGr Or, if you prefer B&H Photo: bit.ly/2bmmo5h Hope that helps. These are absolutely the best flash batteries you can buy in my opinion.
thank you gerald. question: with the 430ex iii rt mounted on camera, and a pair of 600 rt can you change the values (zoom, power, etc)on the 600's within the 430? I own a 6d. thank you again!
Hi, Mike. Thanks for your question. When using that combination, most of the settings will be taken directly from the master (430 in your case) such as high speed sync, zoom, mode, etc. The power is either mirrored or you can dial it in with the group settings. You set the 600s to group B for instance, then on the 430 set group B to 1/4 power or 1/2 power. You can also set each speedlite to it's own group, each with it's own power ratio. But yes, this is all controlled from the 430, once you have the 600s on, assigned to a group, and set to radio slave. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
sweet! I´m on a budget so I´ll try canon 430 ex iii rt + yongnuo 600 ex-rt, so I assume the same applies (?) *another question Is it true you can control the flashes through the 5d3´s menu?
Awesome. I've never used Yongnuo gear, but I've heard they operate essentially the same. There are menu options on modern Canon's, yes. But they aren't as in-depth as on the flash itself.
That was a Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens: amzn.to/2kDc0dp, but I also run a Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM: amzn.to/2kcJG0R when using speedlites.
Classic! Those are the exact same lenses I have. I'm taking the 430, those lenses, and the EF 100-400mm f/4 IS II USM to Africa next week! (using EOS 5D Mark IV) Thanks for the quick reply...Cheers!
Awesome! Well, have a great trip. My partner, Julie, did a photo trek to Africa. We don't have the 100-400, but we do have the Sigma 120-300 f2.8 sport. Although, I don't think we've ever used Speedlites on that! :)
Got a question, i got a 5d mk3 and a 430ex III...if i want to use the flash off camera using RT whats the cheapest option ? dont wanna spend another $300.
Hi. This is the cheapest Canon option: amzn.to/2rM9Ecx, it's just the transmitter, but if you consider the price of it vs the price of another 430, it doesn't make much sense in my opinion. I say the same thing in the video pretty much. There is a 3rd party version by Yongnuo, which is much cheaper. I've heard good things, but never used one myself. Here's the link for that one: amzn.to/2rwV6jM. Hope that helps.
I recommend another brand - Phottix. Their Laso Transmitter (has a Receiver as well) should do your job too. It has great compatibility with all radio-triggered Canon flashes, and supports E-TTL/E-TTL-II, Manual mode, Multi, Ext. A etc. This is the mid-range product line, the top being the Odin and the budget one being the Ares II. If you live in the States then you can get it off Amazon as well. It's founded in Hong Kong but partnered with Europeans in production.
HI I have a 430EC111-RT speedlite ...can I use the light with video on my camera ? I cannot figure out how to keep the speedlite on at all times? thank you Beth
Why put a bag over your nose etc - can't you just review the item and why a drill for gods' sake- I turned this off in favour of a more sensible review!!
This is a comedy channel. It says that in the description of the video. You could have just moved on to the "more sensible" review without leaving your little notes of disapproval. It's too bad too, because I cover a lot of important details about this flash, but you'll never know. This channel is for people who are capable of being silly once in a while.
Dave Munn - Goodness Dave. With all of the bad things that happen in the world, you're stressing THAT? I'd hate to see you in a high pressure situation. I bet you'd break in a second. I feel bad for your family, friends or clients if that's how short your patience runs. Longevity isn't guaranteed in life brother. What good is photography (or any other craft for that matter), if you can't have fun doing it? I hope he never changes his style of making videos. If he does, he'll be just like everyone else. It's not like it's overkill. - I liked, I subscribed - new fan of this channel. So yeah, lol.
I love this flash unit. I purchased 2 of them about 4 years ago. A small compact flash unit that packs quite a punch! Very powerful and reliable for it's size!
Always fun to watch early videos of now pro-youtubers
Didn’t think I’d find Gerald when looking for more info about this flash. You’ve come a long way !
Fantastic review 👍
Ok im sold, I want this just for the bag!!!
Might not be the best value as far as bags go, but hey, if it makes you happy. :)
I got mine delivered 2 days ago, it took me a while to find out how the infra red function worked, but it works. Standard they turned it off and it was on pre-flash mode. I think I will get 2 more of those, on on the hot shoe for fill, and 2 for lighting the subject. The only thing I noticed is that it is a bit slower it seems with re-charching compared with my old 430-EX II flash.
I actually feel like commenting on the humor. It made my day. XD
Thanks for that. I know it's kinda corny, but I'm glad it made your day. I appreciate the comment. :)
that box side was so smooth at 4:40
great review too!
Ha! Thanks. I left it in because I thought it looked cool, but you're the first person to mention it. You win the prize. :)
But really, thanks for your comment.
no problem!
Great review. I'm definitely getting the 430EX III now, thanks a lot!
Awesome! I'm glad I could help. Thanks for the comment. :)
I have many Canon RT Speedlights and I did not know that you could use it to release the shutter until I saw your video. Thanks!
You're most welcome. It's not the most obvious feature, and the menu isn't that forthcoming with it. But it's cool that it's there. Happy shooting.
Thanks for this excellent review
Thank you for your comment. You're welcome. :)
Thank you for your video and tips! I bought a 430EX 3 today and this is a good start! You have a new subscriber!
Thank you for your reply. I hope it works well for you. :)
I love your spirit brother , you are great 😂
Great simple review
Dude, you have come a long way from this video... I like the old you and the new you too.
Haha. Thanks! 😃🙏
Like your review!!
Thanks!
well that's cool to know, now I just have to fix my current 430 seems like one of the cheap contacts got some slight corrosion and get that current 430
How he just flew the box and it flew in the corner perfectly.
Thanks for the review
You're very welcome! Thanks for the comment. 😃
Superb description
Thanks so much. :)
Hey so what's the difference between the 430ex iii-rt and the 430ex iii? I've searched online but haven't found anything. Could use your help, thanks.
As far as I can tell the one is just missing the RT by way of a typo. I don't think a mark 3 exists that doesn't have the remote triggering. So, they are the same, one's just displayed wrong.
Thanks for the info and demonstration. How did you turn off the master flash to have it just operate as a transmitter?
Thanks for this video. I just watched it now. Thinking of getting this 430 flash for my Canon M50 mirrorless camera. Question please: Does the 430 flash overheat and stop working as some reviewers have mentioned?
How quickly does this device heat up?
Jokes where a bit random but showed personality. In terms of the information I found it very helpful. I would however like to know if you can control the power of off camera flash wirelessly from the on camera 430exiiirt for ettl. Can you also change the power of each group etc
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. You can change the power of each group from the master. I feel like that's only for Manual though, I'd have to check, but I didn't think you could change the power when in ETTL, because that's kind of an automatic mode.
I was legit thinking "I'm the realest" after you said "first thing's first" and I was like wtf when you said it too
Hahaha. That's awesome. I wonder if anyone out there in the world was thinking that. :) You made my day.
thank you!
You're welcome. Thanks for subscribing.
I'm really confused between 430 and 600 model. Is 430 enough for outdoor portrait, landscape... How far the light these two model can be. Thanks.
Hi. The 430 is about 70% as powerful as the 600. Both will work for outdoor assuming that your subject isn't too far away. The guide number for the 430ex is 141-feet or 43 metres, and it's 197 feet or 60 metres for the 600.
I got it. Thanks a lot, esp. for quick reply.
Ngo Minh Tuan No problem. :)
Good! Is it compatible with Canon EOS 2000D?
Wonderfull
I am trying to do same thing with 430 ex iii rt and 430 ex ii. I couldn’t find anything 😞
Can you please share a link to the best rechargeable batteries I can buy for this flash? Thanks
Absolutely. Here they are on Amazon: amzn.to/2diehGr
Or, if you prefer B&H Photo: bit.ly/2bmmo5h
Hope that helps. These are absolutely the best flash batteries you can buy in my opinion.
thank you gerald. question:
with the 430ex iii rt mounted on camera, and a pair of 600 rt can you change the values (zoom, power, etc)on the 600's within the 430? I own a 6d. thank you again!
Hi, Mike. Thanks for your question.
When using that combination, most of the settings will be taken directly from the master (430 in your case) such as high speed sync, zoom, mode, etc. The power is either mirrored or you can dial it in with the group settings. You set the 600s to group B for instance, then on the 430 set group B to 1/4 power or 1/2 power. You can also set each speedlite to it's own group, each with it's own power ratio. But yes, this is all controlled from the 430, once you have the 600s on, assigned to a group, and set to radio slave.
Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
sweet! I´m on a budget so I´ll try canon 430 ex iii rt + yongnuo 600 ex-rt, so I assume the same applies (?)
*another question Is it true you can control the flashes through the 5d3´s menu?
Awesome. I've never used Yongnuo gear, but I've heard they operate essentially the same. There are menu options on modern Canon's, yes. But they aren't as in-depth as on the flash itself.
What lens is on your camera (not the video, the one you're using speedlites on, just to clarify)?
That was a Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens: amzn.to/2kDc0dp, but I also run a Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM: amzn.to/2kcJG0R when using speedlites.
Classic! Those are the exact same lenses I have. I'm taking the 430, those lenses, and the EF 100-400mm f/4 IS II USM to Africa next week! (using EOS 5D Mark IV) Thanks for the quick reply...Cheers!
Awesome! Well, have a great trip. My partner, Julie, did a photo trek to Africa. We don't have the 100-400, but we do have the Sigma 120-300 f2.8 sport. Although, I don't think we've ever used Speedlites on that! :)
I have a 580ex and just picked up the 430 exiii off facebook marketplace for 50, which one for casual use should I keep?
Is there any difference between the two flashes in terms of focus assist?
Got a question, i got a 5d mk3 and a 430ex III...if i want to use the flash off camera using RT whats the cheapest option ? dont wanna spend another $300.
Hi. This is the cheapest Canon option: amzn.to/2rM9Ecx, it's just the transmitter, but if you consider the price of it vs the price of another 430, it doesn't make much sense in my opinion. I say the same thing in the video pretty much.
There is a 3rd party version by Yongnuo, which is much cheaper. I've heard good things, but never used one myself. Here's the link for that one: amzn.to/2rwV6jM. Hope that helps.
I recommend another brand - Phottix. Their Laso Transmitter (has a Receiver as well) should do your job too. It has great compatibility with all radio-triggered Canon flashes, and supports E-TTL/E-TTL-II, Manual mode, Multi, Ext. A etc. This is the mid-range product line, the top being the Odin and the budget one being the Ares II.
If you live in the States then you can get it off Amazon as well. It's founded in Hong Kong but partnered with Europeans in production.
Great video, to clarify does that mean you can also pair two 430ex III? One functioning as a master and another as a slave using the RT mode?
HI I have a 430EC111-RT speedlite ...can I use the light with video on my camera ? I cannot figure out how to keep the speedlite on at all times? thank you Beth
I wont to learn flash photo for my sm
how much watts is this?
What kind of drill do I need to open my box???
jk ofcourse :)
Hello! :) How did you do that at 8:48 ?! :(
Hi,can I use it on my canon 700d camera?
It absolutely should!
Drill was one thing but the plastic bag to the face was too far.
Have you ever killed anyone?
yo.
You're comin' in fine! Looks good on my end. :)
Lol!
Why put a bag over your nose etc - can't you just review the item and why a drill for gods' sake- I turned this off in favour of a more sensible review!!
This is a comedy channel. It says that in the description of the video. You could have just moved on to the "more sensible" review without leaving your little notes of disapproval. It's too bad too, because I cover a lot of important details about this flash, but you'll never know. This channel is for people who are capable of being silly once in a while.
Dave Munn - Goodness Dave. With all of the bad things that happen in the world, you're stressing THAT? I'd hate to see you in a high pressure situation. I bet you'd break in a second. I feel bad for your family, friends or clients if that's how short your patience runs. Longevity isn't guaranteed in life brother. What good is photography (or any other craft for that matter), if you can't have fun doing it? I hope he never changes his style of making videos. If he does, he'll be just like everyone else. It's not like it's overkill.
- I liked, I subscribed - new fan of this channel. So yeah, lol.