Canon Speedlite 420EX
The Canon Speedlite 420EX is an autozoom external hot-shoe mounted flash unit designed for Canon EOS digital cameras. The unit attaches to the top of the camera, creating a much stronger light source than the on-camera flash, and is easily detachable when not in use. Using an external flash unit illuminates the subject of your photograph without the harsh, unnatural light of in-camera flashes. An external flash like the Canon 420EX also reduces redeye, is more powerful than the in-camera flash and allows the photographer full control over lighting the subject.
Instructions
1. Install four AA batteries in the battery chamber.
2. Mount the Speedlite 420EX on the camera by loosening the locking collar on the bottom of the flash unit, sliding the unit's mounting foot completely on to the camera's hot shoe and tightening the locking collar.
3. Choose your wireless setting. For normal flash operation, set the wireless selector to "off." For wireless flash operation, set the wireless selector to "slave."
4. Turn on the power by setting the main switch to "on." The flash is ready for use when the "pilot" light is lit. The energy saving mode will automatically take effect after 90 seconds of idleness.
5. Adjust the flash head according to where you want the light directed. By directing the flash upwards toward the ceiling you will softly illuminate the subject and its immediate surroundings. Directing the flash straight at the subject will result in a stronger illumination on the subject and little of the background.
6. Compose your shot and take the picture. Your 420EX should automatically fire. The flash exposure confirmation light on the back of the flash will light for three seconds to signal the correct exposure has taken place.
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