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stokecity_m
13-10-2009, 19:06
looking to get a flash for my canon EOS1000D.

Got about £80 to spend.

What would you guys recommend?
( prefer to go second hand)
stokecity_m
13-10-2009, 20:09
? anyone?
goslayer
13-10-2009, 20:14
you could look out for a second hand 430ex so you use the built in features of the camera (ETTL) but you would be looking at around £100
haggerma
13-10-2009, 20:16
Hi, if your looking to use it on Camera look at the Jessops 300 or the 360, I have just ordered a 360 as a second flash for my 1000D to go with my 430exII
stokecity_m
13-10-2009, 20:17
you could look out for a second hand 430ex so you use the built in features of the camera (ETTL) but you would be looking at around £100


you say built in features? like?
daveproctor
13-10-2009, 20:20
The Nissin flashes are excellent value for money and have had a lot of good press. You can get a couple of real bargains at Amazon on these at the moment

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nissin-Di466-Canon-Developed-Technology/dp/B0017P4W9M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1255465169&sr=8-1

and

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nissin-Speedlite-Di-622-Nikon/dp/B00170L3EE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1255465186&sr=8-2
Chaz Photos
13-10-2009, 20:23
I would have to say the moneys a bit tight you have to look in the S/H market
I see Mifsuds got a 540EZ Speedlite Mint- £99
mick johnson
13-10-2009, 20:35
I would have to say the moneys a bit tight you have to look in the S/H market
I see Mifsuds got a 540EZ Speedlite Mint- £99


I think you will only be able to use this gun in 'manual' as it does'nt support 'ETTL'

I agree with 'goslayer' in getting a used 430ex.
goslayer
13-10-2009, 20:52
using the flash in ETTL mode so the flash meters the light for you.

you say built in features? like?
stokecity_m
13-10-2009, 20:56
using the flash in ETTL mode so the flash meters the light for you.

never used a flash before - so i take it this would then help me get a better picture, by telling what setting to use for iso/AP/Shutter speed etc?
goslayer
13-10-2009, 21:25
no, you set the the speed etc, the flash sets the power to match. you need to do a few changes in the camera settings first, but if youv'e not used one before you will love the results.
stokecity_m
13-10-2009, 21:26
no, you set the the speed etc, the flash sets the power to match. you need to do a few changes in the camera settings first, but if youv'e not used one before you will love the results.

cheers - will keep my eye out for one then :)
goslayer
13-10-2009, 21:27
well worth the extra:)
RBHD1
13-10-2009, 21:50
This may sound stupid,but do flashes have a certain life expectancy? I take it the flash bulb is not something that has a finite life?
andrewc
13-10-2009, 22:02
Most flashes aren't used heavily.

430EX should be available with slight budget increase otherwise Sigma 500 Super may as well.
jnO
14-10-2009, 09:39
Nissin Di622 will come in at budget and gets great reviews for it's price point.