Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras

The Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash is a high-output external shoe-mount camera flash designed for compatible Canon EOS digital SLR and film cameras. Featuring a guide number of 58 metres (190 feet) at ISO 100 and 105mm coverage, the Speedlite 580EX II provides adjustable flash illumination for portraits, weddings, events, studio photography and outdoor shooting. It supports E-TTL II, E-TTL and manual flash operation, with automatic and manual zoom coverage from 24mm to 105mm and extended 14mm coverage using the built-in wide-angle panel.

The Canon Speedlite 580EX II features a bounce flash head with -7° to +90° vertical tilt and 180° rotation in either horizontal direction, allowing photographers to adjust lighting direction and use suitable reflective surfaces. Additional features include High-Speed Sync, second-curtain synchronization, flash exposure compensation, flash exposure bracketing, stroboscopic flash and Canon optical wireless master/slave control. Powered by four AA batteries, the flash includes a rear LCD panel, built-in AF-assist beam, PC sync terminal and weather-resistant construction. The unit weighs approximately 375g without batteries and is compatible with selected Canon EOS camera models and flash systems.

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Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash Features in Kenya

Powerful Guide Number 58 Flash Output

Delivers a guide number of 58m (190ft) at ISO 100 with 105mm flash coverage, providing adjustable flash illumination for compatible photography applications.

E-TTL II and E-TTL Flash Metering

Supports Canon E-TTL II and E-TTL flash exposure control on compatible cameras, helping automate flash output based on supported camera metering functions.

Manual Flash Power Adjustment

Allows manual flash output adjustment from full power (1/1) down to 1/128 power for greater control over lighting intensity.

24–105mm Automatic Zoom Coverage

Features automatic and manual flash head zoom settings covering approximately 24mm to 105mm lens focal lengths on compatible full-frame camera systems.

14mm Wide-Angle Flash Coverage

Includes a built-in wide-angle diffusion panel that extends flash coverage to approximately 14mm for suitable wide-angle photography.

Adjustable Bounce Flash Head

Supports vertical flash head adjustment from -7° to +90°, allowing direct and reflected flash lighting arrangements.

180-Degree Left and Right Rotation

The flash head rotates up to 180° to the left and right for flexible bounce flash positioning in compatible indoor photography environments.

High-Speed Sync (HSS)

Supports High-Speed Sync with compatible Canon EOS cameras, allowing flash photography at shutter speeds faster than the camera’s normal flash synchronization speed.

Second-Curtain Synchronization

Supports second-curtain flash synchronization on compatible camera systems for creative lighting effects involving movement and longer exposures.

Flash Exposure Compensation

Provides flash exposure compensation within a specified ±3-stop range for adjusting flash brightness in supported automatic flash modes.

Flash Exposure Bracketing

Supports flash exposure bracketing for capturing a sequence of photographs using different flash exposure settings.

Flash Exposure Lock

Includes Flash Exposure Lock functionality on compatible Canon EOS cameras for maintaining a selected flash exposure setting.

Stroboscopic Flash Mode

Supports repeated flash bursts during a single exposure for compatible motion and creative photography applications.

Canon Optical Wireless Master and Slave

Supports Canon’s compatible optical wireless flash system, allowing the 580EX II to operate as a master or slave flash with supported Speedlite equipment.

Four Wireless Channels and Three Groups

Provides four optical wireless channels and support for three flash groups within compatible Canon optical wireless lighting configurations.

Built-in AF-Assist Beam

Includes an AF-assist beam with a specified effective range of approximately 0.6m to 10m, subject to camera compatibility and shooting conditions.

Fast Flash Recycling

Offers normal flash recycling times of approximately 0.1–5 seconds and Quick Flash recycling of approximately 0.1–2.5 seconds, depending on battery condition and flash output.

PC Sync Terminal

Includes an external PC sync terminal for compatible wired flash synchronization arrangements.

Rear LCD Control Panel

Features a rear LCD display for reviewing flash settings, operating modes and supported custom functions.

14 Custom Functions

Provides 14 custom functions for adjusting supported flash behavior and operational preferences.

Four AA Battery Power System

Operates using four compatible AA batteries, including supported alkaline, lithium and rechargeable Ni-MH types.

External Battery Pack Compatibility

Supports the Canon Compact Battery Pack CP-E4 for compatible external power arrangements. The external battery pack is sold separately unless included in the supplied bundle.

Weather-Resistant Construction

Features weather-resistant construction designed to help protect the flash against limited dust and moisture exposure when used appropriately. No official IP protection rating is specified.

Compact Black Flash Housing

Measures approximately 76 × 137 × 117mm and weighs 375g excluding batteries, providing a portable external lighting accessory for compatible Canon EOS cameras.

Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash Specifications

• Brand: Canon
• Model: Speedlite 580EX II
• Product Type: External Shoe-Mount Camera Flash
• Color: Black
• Net Weight: 375g (0.375kg), Canon Catalogue Specification, Excluding Batteries
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 76 × 137 × 117mm
• Flash Guide Number: 58m / 190ft at ISO 100, 105mm
• Flash Exposure Control: E-TTL II, E-TTL, TTL and Manual
• Flash Coverage: 24–105mm
• Wide-Angle Coverage: 14mm with Built-in Wide Panel
• Flash Head Zoom: Automatic and Manual
• Flash Head Tilt: -7° to +90°
• Flash Head Rotation: 180° Left and Right
• Flash Recycling Time: Approximately 0.1–5 Seconds
• Quick Flash Recycling: Approximately 0.1–2.5 Seconds
• Flash Duration: 1.2ms or Shorter in Normal Flash Mode
• Flash Output Control: 1/1 to 1/128 Power
• High-Speed Sync (HSS): Supported
• Second-Curtain Sync: Supported
• Flash Exposure Compensation: ±3 Stops
• Flash Exposure Bracketing: Supported
• Flash Exposure Lock: Supported
• Stroboscopic Flash: Supported
• Wireless Flash Control: Optical Master and Slave
• Wireless Channels: 4
• Wireless Groups: 3
• Radio Wireless Connectivity: Not Supported
• AF-Assist Beam: Built-in
• Effective AF-Assist Range: Approximately 0.6–10m
• External Sync Terminal: PC Sync
• Camera Mount: Canon EOS Hot Shoe
• Flash Display: Rear LCD Panel
• Custom Functions: 14
• Power Source: 4 × AA Batteries
• Supported Batteries: Alkaline, Lithium and Rechargeable Ni-MH
• Battery Life: Approximately 100–700 Flashes
• External Power Support: Canon Compact Battery Pack CP-E4
• Dust and Water Resistance: Weather-Resistant Construction; No Published IP Rating
• Compatible Cameras: Compatible Canon EOS Digital SLR and Film Cameras
• Applications: Portraits, Weddings, Events, Studio and Outdoor Photography
• Package Contents: Speedlite 580EX II, Mini Stand, Carrying Case and Documentation; Verify Actual Bundle

Applications of Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash

• Portrait Photography: Providing adjustable flash illumination for individual and group portraits.
• Wedding Photography: Supporting on-camera and compatible off-camera flash lighting during wedding photography.
• Event Photography: Illuminating subjects at indoor and outdoor events where flash photography is permitted.
• Studio Photography: Using compatible optical wireless flash arrangements for controlled studio lighting.
• Product Photography: Providing adjustable lighting for product images and commercial photography.
• Indoor Bounce Flash: Directing flash illumination towards suitable ceilings or walls to create reflected lighting.
• Outdoor Fill Flash: Adding supplementary light to subjects photographed in daylight using supported flash synchronization modes.
• Creative Motion Photography: Using second-curtain synchronization and stroboscopic flash for supported motion effects.
• Multi-Flash Lighting: Controlling compatible Canon optical wireless Speedlite groups for more flexible lighting arrangements.

Buy Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash in Kenya

Buy the Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras from Rapidtech Networks Limited in Kenya. We supply camera flashes, photography lighting equipment and compatible Canon EOS accessories for photographers, studios and content creators. The Speedlite 580EX II features a guide number of 58m, E-TTL II flash control, 24–105mm zoom coverage, adjustable bounce head, High-Speed Sync and Canon optical wireless master/slave functionality.

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Our technical team provides camera flash selection guidance, Canon EOS compatibility checks, flash synchronization advice, optical wireless lighting recommendations and after-sales technical support. Contact Rapidtech Networks Limited to confirm product availability, camera compatibility, package contents, product condition and applicable warranty coverage before ordering. Some newer Canon EOS cameras may require compatibility checks or suitable hot-shoe accessories for full flash functionality.