【For Immediate Release】
29 September, 2015
Canon’s New Advanced Speedlite 430EX III-RT
Compact and Powerful External Flash with Radio Wireless Flash Control
Canon today announces the launch of the new advanced and compact Speedlite
430EX III-RT that supports E-TTL II autoflash*1 and integrated radio transmission
wireless flash “Master” and “Slave” functions*2 for more flexible multiple flash
photography free from interference due to reception angles or obstacles, opening up
a world of creative lighting options. Offering a maximum Guide No. reaching 43
(meter; ISO 100; 105mm) and 24mm-105mm flash coverage which can be extended
to 14mm with built-in wide panel, it provides enough power to light subjects in a wide
range of conditions. Coupled with a host of high-end flash functions including Linked
Shooting*3 and Remote Release*3, compact design and the incorporation of dotmatrix LCD display and “Select Dial” for enhanced operability, it is a perfect primary
flash unit for amateur and advanced amateur photographers using EOS 70D or EOS
760D, as well as an ideal secondary flash that combines compactness with high
performance for professional photographers.
Compact and High Performance Flash that Caters to a Range of Situations
Combining high-end flash performance in an easy-to-carry compact design,
Speedlite 430EX III-RT brings effective flash photography to meet various needs in
different situations. It has a maximum Guide No. of 43 (meter; ISO 100; 105mm) and
supports E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash*1 and Manual flash. Flash coverage is from 24mm
to 105mm (supports 14mm with wide panel) and autozoom control is supported to
automatically adjust the flash coverage depending on the image sensor size. The
“Light Distribution” function inherited from the flagship Speedlite 600EX-RT allows 2
settings for flash coverage, either as “Guide Number Priority” for better telephoto
flash or “Even Coverage” for more even light distribution across the whole frame.
With rapid and silent recycling and a new “Quick Flash Function”, a high degree of
continuous shooting responsiveness is assured. It also features an overheat
protection to better prevent damage to the flash head, allowing photographers to
utilize the flash’s capability to its fullest in a well controlled manner.
Speedlite 430EX III-RT supports bounce flash with bounce angle 90° up, 150° left
and 180° right for more refined control on flash head angle to achieve the desired
and natural lighting results. By attaching the new “Bounce Adapter SBA-E2” that
comes with the flash, the bounce flash can be spread across a larger area and
shadows on the front surface of the subject can be further suppressed, bringing an
even more natural bounce effect. In addition, a new built-in “Catchlight Panel” can be
used to add a sparkle of light in the eyes to bring portraits to life. When shooting in
tungsten light environment, the included orange “Color Filter SCF-E2” can be
attached to optimize color temperature, and with the White Balance automatically
adjusted and transmission of color temperature information, more superior flash
performance can be assured.
Radio Transmission Wireless Flash Control for More Versatile, Stunning
Lighting Effects
Being the second model in the Speedlite family that integrates radio transmission
wireless flash “Master” and “Slave” functions*2, first introduced in the flagship
Speedlite 600EX-RT, Speedlite 430EX III-RT can work alongside Speedlite 600EXRT’s wireless flash system and enable users to experiment with more off-camera
lighting setups. Communicating on 2.4GHz frequencies, Speedlite 430EX III-RT does
not have the same directional limitations of traditional wireless optical transmitters,
and is free from interruption due to reception angles or physical obstacles. 15
transmission channels are available and 10,000 radio transmission IDs can be set to
prevent misfiring in the event of signal interference on the same channel,
guaranteeing stable and reliable wireless flash performance. It facilitates radio
transmission up to 30m, among up to 5 groups*4 with a total of 15 individual slave
units for greater flexibility in creating fabulous lighting effects with multiple wireless
flash setup. It also supports bi-directional communication between master and slave
units for enhanced operational flexibility, enabling remote release*3 of the master
camera's shutter with any slave unit from diverse angles, and with the Linked
Shooting*3 up to 15 EOS cameras can be released simultaneously to capture the
decisive moment from various angles.
In addition to radio transmission, Speedlite 430EXIII-RT also supports optical
transmission wireless flash “Slave” function*5. For cameras that feature an Integrated
Speedlite Transmitter such as EOS 70D and EOS 760D, Speedlite 430EX III-RT can
be used instantly as an off-camera flash with various flash settings such as output
and power controllable from the camera’s menu.
Design that Supports High Levels of Mobility, Operability and UserFriendliness
Speedlite 430EX III-RT achieves a more compact and lightweight design than its
predecessor by reducing the size of flash head with improved zoom optics, the use of
a smaller main capacitor and new internal construction that optimizes the placement
of AF-assist beam and wireless antenna systems. Weighing only 295g, it is easy to
carry around and further reduces the burden when shooting outdoor.
In addition, Speedlite 430EX III-RT is equipped with a dot-matrix LCD panel for
easier viewing and rich information display, and it makes operation simpler with the
new graphic user interface. The newly introduced “Select Dial” which integrates the
functions of “cross key” and “Select/Set” button makes change of frequently used
settings, such as flash exposure compensation, much faster. Speedlite 430EX III-RT
also offers 10 custom functions and 8 personal functions for more personalized flash
operation according to individual preference. Flash settings can also be easily
controlled through the menu of compatible EOS cameras*6.
*1 E-TTL II autoflash is applicable to EOS cameras that support E-TTL II metering only
*2 Compatible with Speedlite 600EX-RT, Speedlite 430EX III-RT and Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT (as “Master” only)
*3 Requires EOS DSLR cameras released from 2012 and onwards (except EOS 60Da and EOS 1200D) with Speedlite
600EX-RT, Speedlite 430EX III-RT or ST-E3-RT attached. For EOS DSLR cameras with N3-type remote control terminals
released before 2012, Speedlite Release Cable SR-N3 (optional) is required
*4 Applicable to EOS DSLR cameras released from 2012 and onwards (except EOS 60Da and EOS 1200D)
*5 Requires Speedlite 600EX-RT/580EX II/580EX/550EX/90EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX,
Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 or the Integrated Speedlite Transmitter of EOS 7D Mark II/7D/70D/60D/760D/750D/700D/
650D/600D as “Master”
*6 Applicable to EOS DSLR cameras released from 2007 and onwards
The Canon’s new advanced Speedlite 430EX III-RT compact radio transmission flash
bundled with “Color Filter SCF-E2” and “Bounce Adapter SBA-E2” is now available
for sale in Hong Kong and the suggested retail price is HK$2,480.
Specifications
Speedlite 430EX III-RT
Type
Type
Compatible cameras
E-TTL II / E-TTL Autoflash
Shoe-mount Speedlite
E-TTL II autoflash (Type-A cameras): all EOS digital SLR Camera from the EOS1D Mark II onward, EOS 30V and EOS 300X.
E-TTL autoflash (Type-A cameras): enabled with all EOS SLR cameras from the
EOS 50/50E onward (except EOS 88)
* Autoflash is not possible when using Type-B EOS cameras.
Flash Head
Guide No.
Detailed Guide No. (at ISO 100
in m)
Flash coverage
Bounce direction
Flash duration
Autozoom control for the image
size
Color temperature information
transmission
Color filter
Exposure Control
Exposure control type
Effective Flash range
(with EF 50mm f/1.4 USM, ISO
100)
Flash exposure compensation
FE lock
High-speed sync
Manual flash
Shutter Curtain Synchronization
Modeling flash
Flash Recycling
Firing interval (Recycling time)
Approx. 43 (at 105 mm flash coverage, ISO 100, in meters)
* Without color filter or bounce adapter
Zoom position
Guide No.
14mm (use with wide panel)
14
24mm
22
28mm
24
35mm
28
50mm
33
70mm
40
80mm
41
105mm
43
Supports a shooting angle of view with a lens focal
length of 24-105 mm (with wide panel use: 14 mm)
- Auto zoom
- Manual Zoom
- Flash head swing/tilt (bounce flash)
Up: 0°-90°
Left: 0°-150°
Right: 0°-180°
Bounce adapter provided can be used
Normal flash: 1.8 ms or shorter, Quick Flash: 2.3 ms or shorter
When the Speedlite is attached to an EOS digital camera (from EOS-1D Mark II
onwards), the flash head will zoom to obtain optimal flash coverage according to
the camera's image size. (Full-frame, APS-H Size, APS-C size).
Flash color temperature information transmitted to compatible camera when flash
is fired
Color filter provided can be used
E-TTL II / E-TTL autoflash, manual flash
Normal flash: Approx. 0.7 - 23.6m
Quick flash: Approx. 0.7 - 13.6m (at Guide No. 19.1, in meters)
High-speed sync: Approx. 0.7 -12.8m (at 1/250 sec.)
+/- 3 stops in 1/3- or 1/2-stop increments
Press the camera’s <M-Fn>, <FEL> or <*> button
Provided
*During radio transmission wireless shooting, high-speed sync is possible only
with EOS digital cameras released in and after 2012 (except EOS 60Da and EOS
1200D).
1/1 – 1/128 power (1/3-stop increments)
1st-curtain or 2nd-curtain synchronization can be set
Fired with camera's depth-of-field preview button or Speedlite's test flash button
Normal flash: 0.1-3.5 sec.
Quick flash: 0.1-2.3 sec
Flash-ready lamp
AF-assist Beam
Emission method
* When using size-AA alkaline batteries
Lights up in red: Normal flash available
Lights up in green: Quick flash available
Switchable in Personal Functions between Intermittent flashes (a series of small
flashes) and Infrared AF-assist beam
Emitting small series of flashes
Supported during viewfinder shooting, and “AF-Quick mode” during Live View
shooting or movie shooting
Effective distance: At center: Approx. 0.7 - 4m
At periphery: Approx. 0.7 - 3.5m
Infrared AF-assist beam
Center AF point in viewfinder supported
Effective distance: Approx. 0.7 - 8m
Radio Transmission Wireless Master/Slave Function
Standard
IEEE802.15.4, ARIB STD-T66
Frequency
2405 - 2475 MHz
Modulation system
Primary modulation: OQPSK, secondary modulation: DS-SS
Wireless settings
Master/slave
Channel
Auto, Ch. 1 - 15
Wireless radio ID
0000 - 9999
Slave unit control
Up to 5 groups*1 (A/B/C/D/E), up to 15 units
Transmission distance
30m
(Approx.)
* When there are no obstacles or obstructions between the master unit and slave
unit, and no radio interference with other devices
* The transmission distance may be shorter depending on the relative positions of
the units, surrounding environment and weather conditions
Flash ratio control
8:1-1:1-1:8 in 1/2-stop increments (A:B)
Slave flash charge confirmation
<Slave unit charge status> and <slave flash ready icon> are displayed on the
master unit's LCD panel, <AF-assist beam emitter> blinks and <flash-ready lamp>
lights up on the slave unit
Remote release function
Provided*2
Linked shooting
Provided*2
Optical Transmission Wireless Slave Function
Transmission method
Optical pulse
Wireless settings
Slave
Channel
Ch. 1 – 4
Slave unit control
Up to 3 groups (A/B/C)
Reception angle
+/- 40° horizontally and +/- 30° vertically, when facing the master unit
Slave-ready indicator
<AF-assist beam emitter> blinks and <flash-ready lamp> lights up on the slave
unit
Customizable Functions
Custom Function
10 types
Personal Function
8 types
Power Source
Speedlite power source
Four size-AA Alkaline batteries
* size-AA Ni-MH batteries can be used
Battery life (number of flash)
Approx. 180 - 1200 times
* When using size-AA Alkaline batteries
Radio transmission wireless
Approx. 9 continuous hours
shooting time
(When Master flash firing OFF, size- AA Alkaline batteries)
Auto power off
Power off after approx. 90 sec. of idle operation
* When set as radio transmission wireless master unit, or in linked shooting:
approx. 5 min.
* When set as slave unit: approx. 60 min.
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D)(mm)
Approx. 70.5 x 113.8 x 98.2mm
Weight (without batteries) (g)
Operation Environment
Working temperature range
Working humidity
295g (Speedlite only, excluding batteries)
0 °C - 45 °C
85 % or less
*1 Applicable to EOS digital cameras released from 2012 and onwards (Except EOS 60Da and EOS 1200D)
*2 600EX-RT, 430EX III-RT or ST-E3-RT must be attached on EOS digital cameras released from 2012 and onwards (Except EOS
60Da and EOS 1200D). For EOS Digital SLR cameras with N3-type remote control terminals released before 2012, 600EX-RT or STE3-RT with Speedlite Release Cable SR-N3 (Optional) is required
All specifications above are based on Canon's testing standards.
Product specifications and the exterior are subject to change without notice.
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