Understanding the Canon Speedlite
580EX II / 430EX II
This DVD uses the same material as our original 580 EX/430 EX DVD. Demonstrations of Speedlite operations have been updated to show the 580EX II/430EX II models.
Your new EX II Speedlite from Canon can be the most powerful accessory in your
camera bag! Understanding how the Speedlite controls work is important, and this
DVD takes you through its operations, step by step.
Your host, Tim Mantoani, demonstrates these fabulous flash units in a series of
real world examples. Whether you use one Speedlite or a hundred, Tims approach
will help you create the best photograph possible.
Topics covered:
Flash exposure compensation
The flash as key or fill light
FP or high speed sync operation
Slow sync demystified
Controlling hard or soft light
Auto and manual zoom control
Flash bracketing
Flash exposure lock
Controlling flash from the camera
Manual mode and exposure compensation
Wireless operation
A:B and C groups: why and how
Group ratios
Getting the flash off the camera
First and second curtain sync
Stroboscopic mode
And much more!
This DVD picks up where the manual leaves off, helping you to integrate flash
photography into your image-making arsenal.
Tim Mantoani has been a professional photographer for over twenty years.
Shooting everything from professional athletes and celebrities to fashion and
products, his work has appeared in numerous national ad campaigns and magazines.
If you own the original 580EX or 430EX, find our the
link for this title under our TRAINING DVDs tab.
NTSC, All Regions
Available 04/27/2009