Capture the far-off action of fast-paced sports or zoom in for an intimate portrait with the Canon EF 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens. This high-performance 4x zoom lens is distinguished by such features as a newly developed micro ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that makes autofocusing quicker and quieter, along with an improved mechanism to make zooming smoother than ever. Plus, the front part of the zoom ring now sports a silver ring, giving the lens a luxurious touch. As with all Canon lens, this 75-300 model carries a one-year warranty.

• Focal length: 75-300mm
• Maximum aperture: 1:4-5.6
• Lens construction: 13 elements in 9 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 32 (at 11 feet) to 8 degrees (at 15 feet)
• Focus adjustment: Front group rotating extension system with USM
• Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet
• Zoom system: Rotating type
• Filter size: 58mm
• Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 4.8 inches long
• Weight: 16.8 ounces

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Canon Lens
This lens was purchased for use with a Rebel and has been excellent. It was ready to use the minute it was taken out of the box. Quality in both low light and normal light has been excellent. It is lightweight thus carrying an extra lens is not an issue. These lens are much smaller in size than the Nikon lens I use for my Nikon cameras.

1 Star I Got the Lemon
Very suprised by this product. High expectations were dashed after I installed the lens in my camera an attempted to operate it. The rotational zoom mechanism is ‘sticky’ which makes it jump as you are trying to zoom and focus. I don’t know how it got thru the QA check. Anyways I have reported it to Canon and am waiting for a response. Very unhappy with it right now.

4 Stars Great lens
A great product for the price. The lens is “fast” enough for almost every application, and the wide zoom range lends itself to most situations. It is compatible with the Canon system and works in the auto-focus or manual-focus mode. I am pleased with this product.

2 Stars Wish I had bought the 70-300mm
The UPS man just dropped off my lens and I ripped it open eager to play. I am completely happy with the service from Cameta Camera, they were fast and I received exactly what I supposed to. I can only hope they will be as accommodating if I return it. I am very disappointed with my lens however. I wish I had paid heed to some of the more negative comments.

I am using this on my Canon Rebel Xti. I am an artist and amateur photographer but work with my photos for montages and artwork so I need clear pictures. If I want it soft, I’ll do that in Photoshop myself. My pictures are way to soft for my liking. To be fair, it is a cloudy day and I’m shooting through my window. I have no reflection, but I cannot zoom all the way to 300 and get a crisp photo. I cannot even get a crisp photo in the 75 range in this light. I’ve played around with the iso and the speed and still no crispness. Maybe I misunderstood that this lens was for fair conditions (meaning not sunny outside). Maybe it is for outdoor sunny use only, but I have not read that on the Canon site. I do plan to give it another try in sunny conditions before I send it back. (I have 14 days to return and will lose my shipping costs both to and from.) Inside with normal can lighting (like in a kitchen) is just as bad.Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

If it performs well in the sunny conditions, I will have to decide if it’s worth the $ for just perfect conditions. I am very close to forking over the extra $$ for the 70-300 mm. But will post again, probably an edit or addition to this review.

If someone (like a pro) can tell me if I have unrealistic expectations of this lens, please tell me.

5 Stars Christmas Gift
This item is going to be a Christmas gift for our daughter. She loves this lens and wanted one of her own.

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Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash (guide number of 141 ft./43m at ISO 100) with a fast recycling time in a compact, durable body. A one-touch quick-lock mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera’s LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20 percent faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon’s wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable “slave unit.”

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Case needs a belt loop
Not much to add that hasn’t been said, but I wish the storage case had a belt loop. It wouldn’t add more than pennies to the cost, but would let you carry it on your belt when you need it but don’t want it mounted full time, or let you run your camera bag strap through it when space in the bag’s at a premium. Still five stars.

4 Stars Canon 430EX II
The Canon 430EX II. Using the unit with the Canon SX1 IS and works very well. Controls easy to work. The LCD is large enough, but in low light a little hard to read. Some of the functions can not be used with the SX1, but for my use it’s no problem. The way the unit locks on to the camera is much better then turning the screw knob I had on my 540EZ. I looked at the 580EX, but that is a bit to large for the SX1. I think it’s a good flash for the amature or pro. Ordered from Amazon and had the unit in 3 days.

5 Stars yes please
Great flash, enough said. Small in size and in price when it comes to new flash units. Works great, especially since I do not need anything bigger!

5 Stars Canon Speedlite 430EX II
Obviously, goes well with the EOS cameras. I’ve only had it for less than a week, so I’m still learning how to use the large number of features. These features provide a lot of flexibility, especially when coupled with all of the different camera modes. Recycle time and battery consumption also seem to be good, again given the short amount of time I’ve been using it (but a lot of test shots). I’ve gotten good results with flash coverage as far as 30′ (which may not be its limit, but it’s as much as I’ve used so far). The low light focus assist is a great benefit in speeding up the camera’s focus under those conditions. It’s not a small unit, but not unwieldy, either. The rotate/bounce really helps to soften the sometimes harsh flash light. This seems to be a great addition to my EOS camera.

4 Stars Very Good overall
Before I bought this item, I did a little research by reading reviews from people who’ve purchased this particular flash as well as asking those with more experience. I was told that the 430EX was a good flash to get started with–and they were right. I use a Canon Rebel XSi(450D) and I tried looking at the 580 but it looked much too massive for it. Although the 580 has features that the 430 doesn’t, I’m not a professional photographer that owns a studio for portraits and stuff, so I decided on the simpler model. I love the fact that it swivels up and down, left to right to achieve certain lighting effects that you wouldn’t get with lower-end flashes. I was a tiny bit disappointed that the light it emits isn’t much stronger that the built-in flash, BUT in order to be fair, I haven’t had the opportunity to discover its maximum potential yet. There is a shutter synchro function (as well as other functions) that I haven’t played around with, and when I do, I’d be sure tell you all about it. Overall, its a good flash to own and I’d recommend it to those who, like me, are just getting started learning the fine art of photography.

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User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Very happy with my new camera!
This is the second Canon Rebel camera that I have had. The first was a 35mm that I loved and was very happy to purchase the same in digital. I haven’t had it very long to be able to compare the quality of the photos but so far I really like that the feel of the camera is similar and the shutter speed is fast. I also purchased the same camera so that my old lenses would fit. It is very easy to use, turn it on, take off the lens cap and shoot.

4 Stars cool beans
very nice dslr. Huge difference from a conventional dig. camera. So far the photos that we have shot are very viverant and sharp. i still use kodak image editor though because of my printer. very nice camera. this does not take short movie clips, kinda weak considering all the other cameras at this price point do.

3 Stars Canon XSi great for recreational photos, not a workhorse.
We received a couple of new Canon XSi Digital rebels for crime scene work. Right out of the box one of them had battery issues. Last night at a homicide scene in sub freezing temps mine completely crashed. The associated speedlight couldn’t communicate with the camera resulting in underexposed, blurry night pictures. Then the camera began shutting down intermittently. I had to put it back in the car for several minutes until it began to operate again. Finally, after over an hour of annoying, unannounced shutdowns it started doing what it’s supposed to. The pictures it takes are nothing short of spectacular. I love the design and the interface. Overall a great camera. I’m afraid, however I will have to stick with my erstwhile Canon S2is. It may have fewer megapixels and tons of scratches and scars but it always turns on and takes pictures no matter what. Canon makes great cameras. They dropped the ball on these.

5 Stars Xsi good camera good price
I am a pro shooter who got this camera to use for fun and trips were i would be mad if i damaged my high end $$$ body.(like skiing) Any way i love the camera so far. I have not had the problems that i have read about with the auto focus or image quality. You however can not take this camera out of the box and get the best pictures it can take. they will be ok but you need to take the time and set up your camera. READ the book if you dont know what your doing. I got the kit camera with the 18-55 IS lens and it is ok. The camera takes much better pictures with my 35-350 72mm L lens on it, as will any camera, spend your money on the glass not the body.

If you want a good camera for the price this is the one for you. If you have older EOS cameras your old lenses will work with the new camera. I also use my 430EZ flash that is from my A2 EOS film camera, it is way over powering in the auto mode (as it is not a E-TTL flash only a TTL) but it works if you manual set it, for inside i use 1/16 or 1/32 (up to 10-15 feet works great) out side i set it to full power and i can light up a subject 100 feet away! (it is great for that)

If you have used a EOS before this works about the same. even from my old film EOS to this one, the basic-mid advance functions are the same.

BEWARE were you but from online. do not buy from a company who dose not have a good reviews (reviews not rating, and read the bad ones too). Personally i will not buy from 17st photo out of NY, to many nightmare stories . i try to buy from amazon directly and will do a lot of review reading if my item is supplied by anyone other than them. Spend a few extra $$ to make sure you can send it back it their are any problems. you will get what you pay for.

5 Stars Great SLR for price
This camera is a great digital SLR for the price.

Coming from regular point and shoot Canons and Sony around 7MP, this camera blows them away in image quality and is just as easy to use as the point and shoots.

Make sure to invest in quality UV or other quality lens protection depending on your intended use for the camera.

Also, getting the higher zoom lens is a must-have with this camera, although most of your pictures will be taken in the 18-55 range with the lens that comes with the camera.

Only thing that could improve on this camera would be to be able to see the picture on the LCD before shooting(like a point and shoot), but I suppose that defeats the whole digital SLR camera’s history and function.

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Under the Panasonic brand and its slogan, “Panasonic ideas for life,” Panasonic Corporation provides a wide range of products, from audiovisual and information/communication equipment to home appliances and components, as one of the largest electronic companies in the world today. We endeavor to become a “Customer Value Creation Company” that provides safety, security, comfort and convenience in line with our visions of contributing to a ubiquitous networking society and coexisting with the global environment.

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5 Stars Panasonic DMW-BLB13 battery
Having used 3rd party batteries in the past, my experience with them has been a mixed bag. Some worked OK but many either they did not fit on the camera charger properly or they started loosing juice after 4 months or so. I noticed once that a particular 3rd party battery I had was getting very hot during charging. So, this time around, I decided to not jeopardize my new investment (a Panasonic G1 camera) and buy an original replacement battery as spare. Yes, they are more expensive but not by much and it gives me peace of mind. Also, Panasonic has issued some firmware updates that checks for 3rd party battery and rejects them (for safety reasons, they claim). However, if you really want to risk your equipment and save $20, eBay now has some 3rd party batteries that “supposedly” work with the new Panasonic firmware. In the end, you are in control. You can’t go wrong with the original battery, though.

3 Stars Strap Post Failure
I really like this camera. It has slightly more noise than I thought it would but then I realized it was because this sensor is still smaller than the APC size in the Canon cameras. It has banding in dark shadows at high ISOs due to what seems a SW problem … extensively discussed at DPreview … I keep my ISO limited to 400 to avoid this. My major problem is that the left camera strap post (as seen from the back) had its nut fall off into the camera insides. I did not know about this problem until it happened to me after 28 days. When I investigated I found that many have had this problem with this particular camera and not the DMC-G1. It seems that this camera was assembled in China and not Japan like the G1 was. Some have had this problem happen within a week of use. Some have had the camera smash to the ground. I was fortunate in that I was handing the camera to another person and had it partially gripped in my hand. Although reported in DPreview, I have seen more discussions in the video groups since this camera is more popular there. Like me, most have just chosen the Rapid Black Camera Strap that attaches to the tripod hole and have gone on. I will send it back for repair after the holiday’s picture taking. I have heard it is a long wait from Panasonic directly. I will try [...] who is a Panasonic-approved repair known for their rapid turnaround and status tracking.

If I had this to do again, I would still buy the camera since its size and handling is excellent, but I would buy and attach the phenomenal Rapid Black Camera Strap and avoid the problem altogether.

5 Stars Great Life on Panasonic DMW-BLB13 Battery
I love the Panasonic BLB13 battery. I am using it for a Panasonic GF1 digital camera. I get excellent life out of this Panasonic battery. The cost of this battery is a little high, but it is worth the cost as this battery keeps on running. I can go a whole day of shooting with the Panasonic GF1 and still have not run down the battery. Highly recommended.

5 Stars Works well…
With all the talk going on about Panasonic locking out 3rd party batteries from the GH1, I was a little worried as to whether this was actually a genuine Panasonic battery.

All concerns laid to rest… it worked perfectly. I’ve given 4 starts to “Battery Life” only because I’m yet to fully test it.

5 Stars Nice battery – no real alternative
You will need an extra battery for your Panasonic DMC-G1 or DMC-GH1 camera because the electronic viewfinder places an additional drain on the battery. Some reviewers have complained about the price, but compared to the $69 extra battery for the Sony A900 camera, the price of the Panasonic battery doesn’t look so bad. Just buy the battery so that you don’t run out of power while you are out shooting.

I can’t comment on the battery life because I have owned it for only two months.

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The Canon Deluxe Tripod is a strong, rigid tripod with heavy-duty legs, center bracing, and gear center column crank. It is an excellent all round tripod for use with all but the heaviest lens-camera combinations. The anodized black finish is distinctive and functional, and the pad feet give you good traction on any surface. This Deluxe Tripod 200 features a built-in bubble level.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars This is worth the money!
I’m satisfied with this and I’m planning on using with more higher end Canon cameras like the EOS line, but for now its good with the PowerShot SD940 IS especially since it shoots 720p @ 30FPS.

5 Stars Good product for the price
It fits perfectly my Rebel XS with kit lens (I haven’t tried bigger lens yet). It’s lightweighted and I can see me carrying it everywhere. It can be adjusted to several different hights, which gets taller than I can use (I’m 5 feet). Overall: for less than $40, this is a VERY good product.

4 Stars Worth more than the money
I got a new Canon camera, and the old tripod did not work with it, so I ordered the Canon 200

so I could shoot some Halloween pix outside in the dark. I actually paid almost as much for fast

shipping as the tripod. It works fine, folks. Not as good as a tripod costing 4 times as much, but

I knew that.

The complaints that this tripod is a piece of plastic junk are without merit.

It’s a pretty good little unit. Hard to beat the price.

And I will continue to use it.

5 Stars It’s a Canon…dude.
Well built and thought out. Solid and sturdy for its price. You wont regret it.

5 Stars Excellent Purchase!
This tripod is everything I could ask for and more. Excellent price, excellent shipping and I am extremely satisfied thanks!

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compatible with select Canon digital SLR cameras * rated at 7.2V, 1800mAh * no “memory effect” — may be partially charged without reducing battery capacity * compatible with Canon LC-E6 battery charger *

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars just a battery that does what it should
WAY too expensive for what it is: just a rechargeable battery that is worth about $5. Canon should be proud of themselves for EXTREME price gouging. They could charge $10 for this item, make a huge profit doing so, and not alienate their customers.

The electrical capacity is ok, but not great. And the “smart” feature is slightly better than useless. Yes, it is nice to see how much charge is remaining, but that feature is not worth the $50+ that Canon robs you for.

I tried a generic battery for about $10 (including its own charger), but that battery was physically slightly too big and it jammed in the camera and had to be pried out. This Canon battery fits properly, so I’m stuck buying Canon batteries until I can find a generic that fits.

5 Stars One just isn’t enough…
For anyone who thinks this battery is expensive, I say “You must be new to digital photography!”. Ever since I got a camcorder a decade ago, then later started using little digital cameras, and now finally the Canon EOS 5D Mark II, battery power has been an issue. Gone are the days of mechanical SLR’s with little button batteries for the meter!

Today’s electronic image-making devices use major power. Without a good battery, you have nothing but a brick. I have developed a habit of having plenty of power available. I purchased the battery grip so I could put two batteries in the camera, and have the AA-battery clip in reserve. I want to take pictures not drive tent stakes with my brick!

These batteries provide plenty of power to shoot. But as the manual warns, the more you review your images, the more you use Image Stabilization; the more you auto-focus, the faster the batteries will drain. And if it’s cold outside…. You want to have power to spare if you’re serious about making images. These are the batteries you want. Don’t fool yourself into saving a couple dollars on a generic battery – you will not get a real savings. They don’t provide as many charge cycles and they don’t report their status as well. It’s not worth the savings!

5 Stars Buy Canon or go home!
Buy this Canon brand battery for you 5D Mark ll. It’s worth the price for the battery info feature of your Mark ll. Go Canon or go home!

5 Stars Great product
Great product from Canon. Very satisfied.

Canon LP-E6 Battery Pack for Canon 5D Mark II Digital SLR

5 Stars good and high quality battery for reasonable price
I bought this one for ~$60 on amazon. It’s a bargain already since its original price (last year) was $120 and up. This is a high quality, high capacity battery with some integrated information chip (which show you the history of battery, recharge, no. of shots taken, etc.). It’s not something luxury – just a “nice to have” feature.

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This telephoto macro lens is capable of focusing to life-size (1X) without attachments. Although it replaces the EF 100mm f/2.8 macro lens, it is a completely new design. It incorporates a ring-type USM giving quiet, high-speed autofocus. The full-time mechanical manual focus gives very smooth manual focusing. For the first time in a 1X focusing telephoto macro lens, inner focusing is used.The lens length remains constant and a long working distance of 149mm makes worrying about getting too close to the subject unnecessary. Also, during focusing the front ring does not rotate making use of front-mounting accessories like macro ring lites simple and effective. “Three-group floating” focusing construction uses three independently moving groups, which holds focusing-related changes of aberrations to a minimum giving excellent image quality all the way from infinity to life size.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars I use this for nature close-ups…
…but it’ll work for portraits. It’s as sharp as the more expensive a 24-70L lens and its color rendition is nearly as good. I’ve loaned it to budding photographers who have used kit lenses only and they can’t believe the image quality. Some of my best photos have come from this lens.

5 Stars Awsome Lens!!
One of my favorites. I tried the 50 and 100mm macros before buying the 100 and I couldn’t be happier. I take a lot of pics of flowers and bees and the extra reach of the 100mm allows me to get the good shot without scaring off the bees.

5 Stars What a great Lens!
Image from this lens is superior, deep and field come incredible and very sharp pictures. The macro allow you to take very small objects…almost every picture I take with this lens come out as high quality wallpaper.

It’s a little bulky but this is what you can expect considering the optics involved.

Highly recommended.

5 Stars My favorite lens!!!
First, I shoot with a Canon 40D and am an on-location photographer of families and children. I also love shooting nature and “things” – close ups of rust, the curve of a bench chair, dew on clematis, etc…

This lens is amazing for my purposes! At 2.8 I can follow playful toddlers around in a variety of lighting conditions and still get the shot. And for posed portraits, the bokeh is amazing, people have never looked so good! So overall, I prefer this lens to my 70-200 f4 L, even though I can’t zoom and have to move myself to compose shots. But the lower f-stop, the tack-sharp images, the ability to shoot macro, the weight (it seems lighter and less bulky than my 70-200), all tip the scale in the 100mm’s favor.

If you were considering the 70-200 f4 and decide to get the 100mm, you might want to consider picking up the “nifty fifty” 1.8 – another prime lens, and quite inexpensive too, but one of my FAVORITES, so versatile, I just love it. You can get wonderful dof effects by shooting things up close – the eyelashes of a child, an engagement ring perched on a newborn’s foot, the stamens of a lily….plus it lets you shoot group shots indoors with relative ease….

Anyway, back to the 100mm – a great investment, I use this lens all the time and it is fantastic.

4 Stars Great lens for the price!
I am an advanced amateur. I bought this Canon lens to round out my array of lenses for my Rebel XSi. I was interested in taking macro shots of bugs and other small objects, plus have the capability of a portrait lens. I haven’t had it for very long and I haven’t taken a lot of pictures yet, but it is impressive in its sharpness and accurate focusing. It focuses to .9 foot but you have to have a steady hand since it doesn’t have IS. Construction is solid (notice the weight) and all focusing is internal, so the barrel doesn’t move in and out. This is a great feature for macro images.

I recommend it highly but if I had the extra money I would go for the Canon 100mm macro lens with IS. That is the only reason I gave it a 4.0 rating.

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Canon is a leader in professional business and consumer imaging equipment and information systems. By developing innovative, high-quality business solutions Canon makes it easy to create, manage, and share images and information better, faster, and more efficiently.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great for the price
I bought this a few months ago and have been happy with it. The quality of construction seems good and it is easy to adjust length quickly. It easily handles my Canon Rebel XSI even with a 70-200 f/2.8 lens which is quite heavy. I have not tried more expensive monopods and this one seems adequate for my needs. I plan to use it during school functions with the kids and for extra stability for non-IS lenses.

5 Stars Good Monopod
Bought this monopod nearly a year now and love it!! Have not used it much, but it works well when i need it.

I am 5’10″ tall and when i have my nikon d40 mounted at full extension i have to tip on my toes to see through the eyepiece. Therefore, it should work well for persons in excess of 6′ tall with larger cameras.

The head feels solid but i cant say how it would perform with much heavier cameras. Treat it well and it will return the favour.

4 Stars Well built and sturdy
I bought this to replace my tripod. I didn’t realized it can’t replace a tripod, but like it just the same. It is made well and is very sturdy. Once I get the hang of this item I am sure I will use it more and more.

4 Stars Very good monopod
I was surprised by the quality and material this product is made of for this price tag!

It is very well built and truly deserves the Canon logo on it.

However, I am a night phtography fan, and to be honest I have discovered this hobby for only two years till now so you can’t say I’m a pro, I bought this monopod to test and see if it will help me get rid of my heavy tripod. Here are my results:

1- Portability: monopod 10/10 – tripod 3/10

2- Weight: mono: very light – tri: well it depends on which brand and price tag you got, but for sure this monopod is a lot lighter than any tripod out there.

3- Steadiness for long exposure shooting: mono: 8/10 if you are sticking the monopod between guard rails or leaning on a wall for example but 2/10 if you are trying to hold it vertically still especially if it is extended to your height which is most of the cases, so you still need to make it lean on something to get very good still photo if your exposure is 2 seconds or more, for less than 2 seconds exposures, I am far better off without the monopod by kneeling on the ground and resting one elbow on the other knee and the other elbow on my chest while using an Image Stabalizer than using a monopod – tripod: 10/10

4- Size when retracted: mono 9/10 (nice copmact and easy to store anywhere, heck it fits in the magazines pocket at the back of the drivers seat in your car) – Tripod: 6/10

5 Stars Better Than Expected
Lightweight, sturdy, and easy adjustment. This is exactly what I was looking for to take to the National Parks where a tripod would be a burden.

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Made of rugged nylon Canon Deluxe Backpack 200EG holds up to 2 camera bodies, 4 lenses, plus accessories. Due to its lightweight construction it features a well-arranged divider system for a secure storage and an easy access, padded shoulder straps and a comfortable back padding. Add to this tripod carrying straps and a front webbing ideal for lashing light jacket, sweater, etc.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great introductory bag (for beginners)
This is a great bag for a hobbyist who doesn’t have a lot of gear to start with. It will grow with you as you aquire more equipment. As a pro photographer I really liked this back for it’s size and functionality. As I have quite a bit of equipment the bag is somewhat uncomfortable on my shoulder. But what should I expect as I keep most of my gear in it. It’s prime market I believe would be outdoor/landscape photographers. People who are often on the move during a photographic trip. It’s size is excellent when packing for and going on long trips. I have enjoyed using this bag. It’s external storage compartments are an excellent addition. I would recommend this bag to anyone looking for a starter/introductory bag. If you have a decent anout of gear spend the extra money and get a Canon pro bag.It may be over-kill at first (depending on how much equipment you have to start with of course) But it will surely grow with you. As most “hard-core” photograhers know there’s always some new “must have” piece of gadgetry we must have lol. [...]

1 Star Garbage
if zero was a choice I would pick that. the bag unzips on its own and my camera and lens crashed to the ground.

5 Stars Very comfortable and fits all my gear
I purchased this one as a replacement for my (very good by the way) Lowe Pro Slingshot 200. I love the Slingshot design and how it works, but with all my gear loaded in, I could not stand for long photo days. After a couple of hours my shoulder and back were asking me for a new backpack . This one, although not as easy for loading / unloading lenses, for example, showed to be way more comfortable.

5 Stars Best Camera Bag
This has to be the best camera bag out there (that we could afford anyway) very good product for the money! Do not go spend $100 on another bag. This will hold everything you need plus some! I love it!

5 Stars A must for all traveling photographers!
Very sturdy, handy, and comfortable. I highly recommend this backpack cause it has made traveling alot easier and productive.

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This universal high-power flash unit for Canon digital SLR cameras is the perfect accessory for any photographer looking for reduced red-eye, evenly lit subjects, or more power for telephoto shooting. This flash can be effective at ranges of over 50 feet, reduces shadows, and adds depth to your pictures thanks to the adjustable head, which zooms, swivels and tilts for added versatility.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Good in a pinch…
I have had this flash for a little over a month now. I am very “anti-flash” and will pretty much do ANYTHING I CAN not to need one. There is only so much you can do with your aperture, ISO, and shutter speed before you start losing serious quality in your photos…sometimes you just need to bite the bullet and use the flash. I find that this flash paired with a Lumiquest Portable Softbox and bounced off a white ceiling really does the trick in low light situations. I haven’t had much of a problem so far…and it has made it possible to take crisp photos even in an almost dark area. I say, for the price, it is certainly worth a try.

4 Stars Great flash for the price
I recently purchased this flash for my Canon Rebel XS and was a little worried about buying a flash that didnt have the Canon name on it, but when I looked at the price difference between the Canon 430 and this, I decided I would try this out. So far, I am quite impressed with the flash. The flash level seems bright but not too bright and with a omnibounce diffuser on it, it takes great pictures in low light settings. The reason I gave this a four rather than a five is that it does have a little bit of a cheap plastic feel to it and since it is not a Canon, you can not do as much adjusting with the flash inside the camera. Overall great product, especially for those on a budget, need a spare flash, or just starting in the DSLR world.

2 Stars Did not last very long…
I bought this for my daughters Canon EOS XSi, which she uses for her photography class.

She got about a month worth of use from it, then it died. Just beyond the return policy limit. Go figure.

Qualiy was just ok… maybe 8/10. Could be a little more solid in my mind.

Functionality was about a 9/10. Not bad for a $50 flash.

I really like(d) the telescoping flash lens, which converts the flash from direct to diffused flash instantly without adding a separate diffuser. VERY nice feature.

I would give it a 4/5 if it did not die on me so soon.

5 Stars Bright bang for the buck
Great value for this product. I’ve been using it for about 4 months and can confidently recommend it. Bright, with new batteries (rechargables) recycle time was 1 s. Simple functions, lightweight and stellar with a soft box. Great as an off camera flash too.

Look, if you want to compare a $500 Canon Speedlite to this $50 product you’re barking up the wrong tree. I don’t see Motor Trend comparing an Acura with a Yugo. But if you want a great intro flash to learn about strobes then you can’t beat this deal.

3 Stars My experience with the Precision Design Flash
The flash was a little difficult to use at first. I was in a gym at a volleyball game and the lighting was very dim. I had to adjust the flash several different times to acquire a clear picture – which meant I missed some “Kodak” moments. I am learning how to bounce the light but overall it is a good product.

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