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Compatible
Type-A EOS cameras (E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash)
With Type-B EOS cameras, only manual flash and second-curtain sync are possible.
Guide Number
The maximum Guide No. is approximately 154 ft./47m at ISO 100 and 105mm flash coverage.

When the extendable wide panel is pulled out, the flash coverage is 14mm.
Number of Flashes
When using flash only and AA/LR6 alkaline batteries
Approx. 115800 flashes

When using flash only and AA/HR6 Ni-MH batteries
Approx. 140966 flashes

Nominal min. time when using 1900mAh type AA/HR6 Ni-MH batteries.
Based on Canon Testing Standards.
Recycling Time
When using flash only and AA/LR6 alkaline batteries
Normal flash: 0.15.5 sec.
Quick flash: 0.13.9 sec.

When using flash only and AA/HR6 Ni-MH batteries
Normal flash: 0.13.5 sec.
Quick flash: 0.12.8 sec.

Nominal min. time when using 1900mAh type AA/HR6 Ni-MH batteries.
Based on Canon Testing Standards.
Flash Range
Effective flash range with EF 50mm f/1.4 lens at ISO 100 and standard light distribution
  1. Normal Flash:
    Approx. 2.377.1 ft./0.723.5m
  2. Quick Flash (at Guide No. 66.3 ft./20.2m):
    Approx. 2.347.2 ft./0.714.4m
  3. High-speed Sync (at 1/250 sec. shutter speed):
    Approx. 2.341.0 ft./0.712.5m
AF Assist Beam
System:
Infrared AF-assist beam

Compatible AF System:
TTL second image formation phase-difference AF
Supporting 1-19 AF points (28mm or longer focal length)
  • Phase-difference AF during viewfinder shooting
  • Quick mode during Live View shooting and movie shooting
Effective Range (Approx.):
At center: 2.332.8 ft./0.710.0m
At periphery: 3.316.4 ft./1.05.0m
Custom Functions
10 Custom Functions
9 Personal Functions
Power Source
Four AA-size/LR6 alkaline batteries
  • Size-AA/HR6 Ni-MH batteries also usable.
  • Lithium batteries cannot be used.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Flash unit: Approx. 2.94 x 5.13 x 4.14 in./74.6 x 130.4 x 105.1mm
Bounce adapter: Approx. 3.08 x 2.19 x 1.58 in./78.3 x 55.7 x 40.2mm
Weight
Flash unit (excluding batteries): Approx. 13.6 oz./385g
Bounce adapter: Approx. 0.53 oz./15g

Canon Flashes Limited International Warranty

The Limited Warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with respect to Canon Photographic Products purchased in the United States.
This Limited Warranty is only effective upon presentation of this warranty card and proof of purchase.

This Canon equipment is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase and is limited to repair, adjustment and/or replacement of defective parts.

Equipment covered by this Warranty will be repaired in the United States, WITHOUT CHARGE, by our Service Centers and Authorized Service Facilities.

When returning equipment for warranty service, the shipping charges must be prepaid and the equipment should be shipped in its original carton or box, or an equivalent, properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment and be fully insured. A bill of sale, copy of this warranty card or other proof of purchase should be enclosed, as well as a description of the problem, film samples, etc. Repairs will be made and the equipment will be return shipped at NO CHARGE.

This warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the equipment, and does not apply in the following cases:

  1. loss of or damage to the equipment due to abuse causing deterioration, mishandling, accident or failure to follow operating instructions.
  2. if equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries or liquid damage.
  3. if equipment has been serviced or modified by other than our Authorized Agents.
  4. Malfunction resulting from the use of accessories, attachments, product supplies, parts or devices (including, without limitation, batteries, film, lenses, flash attachments and other accessories) with this Canon photographic equipment that do not conform to Canon specifications.
  5. Damage resulting during shipment. (Claim must be presented and examined by the shipper.)

Equipment covered by this Warranty will be repaired in other countries:
a) by Service Centers located outside of the United States and Canada WITHOUT CHARGE. List of international service facilities included with equipment. b) by the participating Warranty Service Facilities located outside of the United States and Canada WITHOUT CHARGE, except for insurance, transportation, and handling charges. List of participating international service facilities included with equipment.


NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE ONE YEAR PERIOD STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NEITHER THE UNDERSIGNED NOR ANY OTHER PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF FILM OR PROJECTION BULB, OTHER LOSSES, EXPENSE OR INCONVENIENCES, OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE EQUIPMENT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from stat to state.

This warranty is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc., with respect to equipment purchased in the United States.

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