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Canon Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX
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Mon May 21, 2007
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100% of reviewers
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£600.00
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9.0
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Description:
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This speedlite is a highly featured E-TTL flashgun for macro photography on the EOS camera system.
On compatible SLRs like the EOS-1V and EOS-3 the MT-24EX can be used at shutter speeds faster than the camera's normal sync speed.
The twin flashes can be fired at even power, or varied across an eight-stop range for total control over illumination. A modeling flash provides a preview of the lighting effect. For easier focusing two lamps can be used to illuminate your subject before taking the photo.
You can also use the speedlite with other 550EX units for wireless auto flash photography.
Key Features
* Manual mode: full power - 1/64 power in 7 steps.
* Supports E-TTL wireless autoflash in conjunction with one or more 550EX flashguns.
* Attaches directly to EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro, EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro (both versions), and MP-E 65mm Macrophoto Lenses. Use with EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM is possible with the Macrolite Adapter 72C (not supplied).
* Incandescent focusing lamps with modeling flash.
* Illuminated LCD panel for viewing flash settings in any lighting condition.
* Seven Custom Functions.
* AA alkaline, lithium, Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery compatible.
* Optional external battery pack CP-&(not supplied) can be used.
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Keywords:
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Canon Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX flashgun
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Author
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chrisa
Forum Regular
Registered: May 2007
Location: Bournemouth
Posts: 620
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Review Date: Mon May 21, 2007
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Would you recommend the product? Yes |
Price you paid?: £600.00
| Rating: 9
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Pros:
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Ease of use, features, weight
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Cons:
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Price, battery muncher
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I've had my version of this flashgun for about 18 months now and have to say it gives excellent results.
I've not used a ringflash, but like the way you can angle the lights on this to get the lighting effect you want.
The flashgun has several settings, you can alter power output of the individual lamps, flash bracket, and set the speed to sync at higher speeds.
For me the ease of use is great, (I don't often use the features on the flash when in the field but it is good they are there when you need them) , as you can simply attach to your E-TTL camera ( I use a film EOS-3 and digital D10) and set the camera to manual / av mode and snap away letting the unit work out the light.
Really useful for the dedicated macro photographer as it allows you to shoot in high detail in low light conditions and freeze moving insects etc.
If you're only starting out in macro, then I'd not recommend an immediate rush to buy. Find out whether you're into macrophotography the cheap way ( extension tubes or cheap lens ) then add the right stuff once you're hooked.
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