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2. Mounting the Flash1) Loosen the lock nut and slide the flash unit into the camera’s accessory shoe. To ensure correct electrical contact,
2) Tighten the lock nut.
3. Ready Lamp and Test FiringTurn the main switch ON (“I” mark) and wait for the ready lamp to light up. To test functioning, press the read
SE (Save-Energy) FunctionTurn the main switch OFF (“O” mark) when flash photography is finished to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. The Sp
Rapid-Fire Flash CapabilityTo help capture an unexpected moment in flash photography, the Speedlite 420EZ has rapid-fire flash capability, a short
(1) Yellow-green(2) Red- Indicates the unit in rapid-fire flash status, but fires for correct exposure.Indicates the unit is fully- charged.• S
Auto Internal Zoonn MechanismThe Speedlite 420EZ has an auto zoom mechanism which automatically adjusts flash coverage angle to use flas
To change the flash head position manually, press the zoom button until the desired setting appears, the “M Zoom” lights. Do not choose a se
Display Panel IlluminationPress the light button to illuminate the display panel for approximately eight seconds.
AF Auxiliary LightCanonIn dark settings difficult for autofocusing, the AF auxiliary light automatically emits to help the camera focus. The
Especially designed for EOS cameras, the Canon Speedlite 420EZ is a high-performance, electronic flash unit featuring the A(Advanced)-TTL
Basic OperationUse the Speedlite 420EZ in conditions ranging from total darkness to supplemental daytime lighting by following these steps:1) S
2) Set the camera’s main switch to the “Full Auto’’ position (green “o” mark).
3) Turn the flash’s nnain switch ON and nnake sure the ready lamp lights up.4) Cover the main subject with the AF frame and press the
Correct exposure displayX-sync shutter speedFlash-chargeAF in-focus indicator completion indicator.5) Exposure will be correct if the X-sync shutte
other OperationsA-TTL Automatic Mode;The Speedlite 420EZ features the A (Ad- vanced)-TTL mode which can be used under conditions ranging
1. Program AE Mode [A-TTL]ONE SHOT' .1SSet the camera to “P” and the X-sync shutter speed and aperture are set automatically so you can concent
1) Turn the main switch ON and make sure the ready lamp lights up.2) Cover the main subject with the AF frame and press the shutter button
Correct exposure displayX-sync shutter speed AF in-focus indicator2.Flash-charge completion indicatorWhen both values blink, the camera is warning t
2. Shutter-priority AE Mode [A-TTL]Set the camera to “Tv” to set the desired X- sync speed. The X-sync shutter speed can be set between 30 and 1/250 s
1) Turn the main switch ON and make sure the ready lamp lights up.•The shutter speed will be set to the fastest possible X-sync speed (1/25
Correct exposure displayApertureíгs ¿8X-sync shutter speedAF in-focus indicatorFlash-charge completion indicator3) Exposure will be correct if contin
2. When the lens’ maximum aperture blinks, the camera is warning that A- TTL is impossible and the background will be underexposed. The main sub
3. Aperture-priority AE Mode [A-TTL]Avr CJ.UONE SHOTr-?s------------____Set the camera to “Av” to take the subject depth of field into account. Th
1) Turn the main switch ON and make sure the ready lamp lights up.2) Cover the main subject with the AF frame and press the shutter button
Correct exposure displayApertureX-sync shutter speed ' AF in-focus indicatorFlash-charge completion indicator3) Exposure will be correct if con
When the shutter speed of 30" blinks, the camera is warning that A-TTL is impossible and the background will be underexposed. The main sub
TTL Automatic Mode:Use this mode to control the exposure by setting both the shutter speed and the aperture manually. In the TTL mode, correct exp
4. Manual Mode [TTL]TTLA ZoomcnUmm1) Turn the main switch ON and make sure the ready lamp lights up.2) Set the camera’s shooting mode to “M.” “A-TTL
Correct exposure displayApertureS 5 S! AFin-X-sync shutter speed | AF in-focus indicator Fiash-charge completion indicator3) Set the desired X-sync s
•The automatic shooting distance range changes according to the flash head position, film speed and the aperture value set on the camera.•Wh
NomenclatureFlash HeadBounce LatchLCD Display PanelInfrared Light EmitterReady LampManual Flash Set Button Sync Position ButtonA-TTL Button Light Butt
5. Manual Flash ExposureSometimes automatic flash may not be suitable for your subject. For instance, if the subject’s surroundings are bright w
mV IA Zoomcn^fUmmM/C'n cnJIUmmмvзгA Zoomcn^ (Jfmm1) Turn the main switch ON and make sure the ready lamp lights up.2) Press the manual flash set
3) Set the camera-to “M”.4) Set the desired X-sync shutter speed and aperture values on the camera. (Refer to the camera’s instruction booklet.) C
11 /22- ¡y f i f ? r5) Set the camera’s AF mode to “ONE SHOT’’ and focus the subject to read the distance from the lens’ distance scale.23
6) While pressing the camera’s manual aperture set button, turn the electronic input dial. As the aperture changes, the shooting distance di
A Zoomcn^ U mmF U Cr l.JC JJ.LmApertureX-sync shutter speed | AF in-focus indicatorFlash-charge completion indicator7) Turn the electronic input dia
6. Stroboscopic FlashWith the Speedlite 420EZ, it is possible to take a tricky photo emphasizing the flowing movement of the subject as if it w
Mme( jc cJ.UONE SHOTr-^s-...^1) Make sure the ready lamp color turns red.2) Set the camera to “M”.3) Set the desired aperture and X-
(example)4) Press the manual flash set button and the sync position button simultaneously. “MVi” and “MULTI 1Hz” appear in the display panel.5
Maximum Number of Flashes5Hz4Hz3Hz 2Hz1HzM % 111 11M V2222 22y\% 44 455MV,88 9 912M v„17182025173M V32293039 88 244(Based on Canon’s Standard Test Met
7. Bounce Flash PhotographyPointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling and illuminating the subject with light reflected off of that surf
hand, there are no dark shadows and a soft illumination. The Speedlite 420EZ features A-TTL or TTL automatic output control so there is no need for ex
•Bounce flash can also be used with various shooting nnodes. (see pp.14-21 for setting and exposure information.) Confirm exposure before sh
Helpful Hints:With bounce flash photography, it is necessary to adjust the flash head so that the subject is not directly illuminated by the flash.
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8. Second-Curtain Sync Flash PhotographyWith focal plane shutters, flash synchronization is made when the first curtain is fully open. With the
Handling Precautions1. Do not take the flash unit apart. If repair is necessary take it to the nearest Canon Service Facility.2. ^Do not get the fla
Speedlite Care1. Remove the batteries if you do not expect to use the flash about three weeks or longer.2. Do not store the flash in hot or humid pl
Program CharacteristicsEOS 650 (when using EF 50mm f/1.8)A-TTL Program Characteristics32
Table of ContentsPreliminary Preparations1. Loading the Batteries... p. 62. Mounting the Flash ... p. 73. R
X-sync Shutter Speed Setting CharacteristicsTV250-12560/-3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 To 11 12 13 14 Ts 16 17 18 19 20 21EVFlash Exposure Level Cont
EOS 620 (when using EF 50mm f/1.8) A-TTL Program Characteristics
X-sync Shutter Speed Setting CharacteristicsTV250125'60-4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21EVFlash Exposur
SpecificationsType: Energy-saving, automatic, electronic flash unit uses A-TTL metering system to measure light reflected from the film surface.
Recycling Tinne:AlkalineNi-CdNormal flash approx. 0.2 to 13 secsapprox. 0.2 to 6.5 secsRapid-fire flash approx. 0.2 to 1.5 secapprox. 0.2 to 1.5 secBa
Flash Control System: TTL series control system with preflash function.Flash Exposure Level Control: A maximum of 1.5 BV steps in the
Left; 0-180° (click stop positions at 0, 60, 75, 90, 120, 150, 180)Right; 0-90° (click stop positions at 0, 60, 75, 90)AF Auxiliary Light: Ultra-br
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other Operations1. Program AE Mode [A-TTL]... p.142. Shutter-priority AE Mode [A-TTL] ... p.163. Aperture-priority AE Mode [A-TTL] . p.184.
Preliminary Preparations1. Loading the BatteriesUse four, new, size-AA alkaline (LR6) or Ni-Cd batteries. Carbon-zinc batteries may also be used
Notes• When the batteries become exhausted, replace all four at the same time with the same brand.• Remove the batteries if you do not expect to use t
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