430 ex ll for macro

[Stormchase]

just been looking to get a a flash. this is the right price just wondering if its capabilities are to par for macro work. was looking at ring lights but they are much more $$$.

 

[Stormchase]

Void .. I bought it today
So far so good

 

[Overread]

If you can get yourself a flash bracket and hold the flash over the end of the lens with the head having a slightly forward angle and use something like a softbox (eg lumiquest softbox) then you will have a fantastic light source. (if you're on flickr look up LordV who uses this setup) A little forward heavy, but not quiet as bad as a 580ex2 and certainly cheaper than the ring or twinflashes.

 

[Stormchase]

Ahh i have seen a lot of his work. impressive stuff! Im looking into a soft box for sure and learning about the rest as we speak.