Canon Speedlite 430EX

Canon Speedlite 430EX - Like New | High-Performance Versatile Flash for Canon EOS

The Canon Speedlite 430EX (S/N: 679422) is a powerful and sophisticated external flash designed to provide seamless integration with the Canon EOS system. Offering a significant step up from built-in camera flashes, the 430EX features a high Guide Number of 43 (at ISO 100 and 105mm), ensuring ample power for a wide variety of shooting scenarios. It is equipped with advanced E-TTL II flash metering, which uses distance information from compatible lenses to provide incredibly accurate exposures. With its flexible bounce and swivel head, the 430EX allows photographers to direct light creatively, softening shadows and producing more natural, professional-looking portraits and indoor shots.

Key Features

• Advanced E-TTL II flash metering for consistent and precise exposure control

• High power output with a Guide Number of 43 (m) at ISO 100

• Auto-zoom head automatically matches the flash coverage to the lens focal length (24-105mm)

• Flexible bounce and swivel head (90° up, 180° left, 90° right) for creative lighting

• Built-in wide-angle diffuser panel for coverage down to 14mm

• Fast and silent recycling times for responsive shooting in the field

• Fully compatible with the Canon wireless E-TTL system as a slave unit

Technical Specifications

• Accessory Type: Flash / Speedlight

• Guide Number: 43 (m) / 141 (ft) at 105mm, ISO 100

• Bounce Capability: 0° to 90° vertical; 270° horizontal swivel

• Flash Coverage: 24mm - 105mm (14mm with wide panel)

• Category: Lighting & Audio ▸ Flash / Speedlight

• Battery Type: 4x AA Batteries (Standard)

Specialist Note "The 430EX (S/N: 679422) is often considered the 'sweet spot' in the Canon flash lineup. It’s significantly more compact and lighter than the 580EX series, yet it retains almost all the critical features professional photographers need. What I love about this model is how it communicates with APS-C sensor cameras like the EOS 500D or 550D; it actually adjusts the zoom position of the flash head to account for the sensor's crop factor, which saves battery life and provides more efficient lighting. In this 'Like New' condition, it’s a perfect, dependable companion for any Canon shooter wanting to master off-camera or bounced lighting."

Condition Report Like new. The flash body (S/N: 679422) is in pristine cosmetic and functional condition, showing virtually no signs of wear. The battery compartment is spotless and free from any corrosion. The flash tube is clear and bright. All mechanical movements of the tilt and swivel head are firm and smooth. All electronic functions, including the LCD backlight and E-TTL communication, have been fully tested and are operational.

What's Included

• Canon Speedlite 430EX (S/N: 679422)

• Canon Soft Case