Canon Speedlite EL-5 (Ver. 2) flash

Canon Speedlite EL-5 (Ver. 2) manual flash

The Canon EL-5 Version 2 is, as its name suggests, an updated version of Canon's handheld flash. In other words, it is a more affordable and lighter version of the manufacturer's professional EL-1 flash. The guide number on both devices is the same 60 and the power adjustment also goes very low.

Wireless control now works from up to 50 meters away. Flash settings can be changed from smart devices using the Canon Camera Connect app.

The same LP-EL battery is included, so you no longer have to play with AA-sized batteries. This means the charging cycle between shots is shorter, 0.1-1.2 seconds depending on the power

Why do we praise the very low minimum output? In addition to speed and power, this gives you a very subtle amount of additional light when you are shooting close to your subject and don't want the look of a traditional flash photo, but rather amplifying natural light!

• LP-EL battery (compatible with LC-E6 charger)
• Reference number 60, power adjustment goes up to 1 - 1/1024
• Approximately 350 images on a single charge
• E-TTL and E-TTL II compatible
• Internal radio trigger, works up to 50m away
• Control and adjust settings with the Camera Connect app
• Up to 14mm wide angle with included diffuser
• Weatherproof construction
• 2. curtain gloom on the radio
• Multi-Function hot shoe & LED styling light
• No active cooling but improved heat-reducing design

The biggest upgrade to the Canon Speedlite EL-5 flash is the battery. The LP-EL battery type is efficient and can take around 350 shots on a full charge. The battery is also necessary for fast shooting, as the flash is ready for the next shot after just 1.2 seconds, even at full power.

The flash battery is charged with the same LC-E6 charger as the NP-L6 batteries, but these batteries cannot be used for flash use, the new LP-EL battery type is required for this.

The flash head is also designed to be durable and offers precise power control and color reproduction. The flash head covers a focal length of 24-200mm.

This flash features a new Multi Function hot shoe and full compatibility is achieved with all new Canon EOS R series cameras.

Weatherproof structure.

Specifications:

• Compatibility: Canon E-TTL / E-TTl II supporting EOS cameras
• Guide number: 60 (ISO 100, 200mm)
• Power adjustment: 1/1 - 1/1024
• Flash head adjustment: 24-200mm (with full sensor), 14mm with diffuser
• Charging time between shots: 1.2 seconds at maximum power
• Size: 8.1 x 14 x 12.4 cm
• Weight: about 600g (with battery)

Sales package includes: Canon Speedlite EL-5 II handheld flash, Canon LP-EL Lithium-Ion battery, mini tripod and carrying bag