Flash

[SamiJoSchwirtz]

So I decided I'm going to lay off wanting a macro lens because what I really need is a flash. I just WANT a macro.

.. Anyways, what are your suggestions for a flash for canon? Trying to keep it around 200.$

 

[jrizal]

Unless you can find a used Canon speedlite in CL or eBay for $200, your best bet would be IMO a Yongnuo.

Amazon.com: Yongnuo YN-565 EX TTL Flash Speedlite Canon 5D II 7D ,30D ,40D, 50D ,350D, 400D ,450D: Camera & Photo

Amazon.com: Yongnuo YN-560 II Speedlight Flash for Canon and Nikon. GN58.: Electronics (manual only but highly rated)

or if you just want a simple cheap eTTL flash

Amazon.com: Bower SFD728C TTL Autofocus Flash for Canon E-TTL II: Electronics (same as the Sunpak DF 3000C found at Walmart but cheaper)

 

[pascal.media]

I would go for a slightly used Canon 430 EX II flash, which you can get for around 200$. It has HSS and eTTL II, great build quality.

 

[bratkinson]

+1 for the used 430 EX II.

Or, even a good used 550 EX. ETTL (version 1) and has LOTS of power when needed! My 550 EX served well in 'backup duty' after I dropped my 580EX II.

 

[jrizal]

Some Canon speedlites I found on ebay...

canon speedlite in Flashes | eBay