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Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.8 stars

(based on 11 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Consistent output(8), Durable(4), Easy to use(8), Fast recycling(8), Good power output(6)

Best Uses:

Fill flash(8), General purpose(9), Night photography(4), Photojournalism(4), Portraits(7)

Was this a gift?:

No(3)

Good Buy

By Tom

from San Jose, CA on 6/12/2011

Pros:

Easy To Use, Lightweight, Versatile

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Casual Photographer

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

I purchased two because the price was right that I use mostly as slaves to my 580EX II. They have worked fine without any issues.

Great Flash Reasonable Price

By Canon 3 Legs

from Holly Springs NC 27540 on 4/10/2011

Pros:

Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

[...] This is a great flash. I have the Canon 580 EX II also and the 430 EX works just as well and it cost much less. [...]

GREAT Flash

By Canon3legs

from Holly Springs NC on 4/3/2011

Pros:

Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Night Photography, Photojournalism, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

I love this flash. I also have the 580 EX II. This is just as good and cheaper. [...]

A GREAT Canon flash!!!

By canon 3 legs

from Holly Springs NC on 3/27/2011

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Night Photography, Photojournalism, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Was this a gift?:

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

Great flash. No problems at all. A joy to use. [...]

Great flash

By [@]

from Las vegas, NV on 1/10/2010

Pros:

Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Versatile

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Photojournalism

Describe Yourself:

Semi-pro Photographer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

Great little flash that has a great recharge time. Used for a few sessions of strobist photography and it does have a power saving mode that can get irriating. Startup is fast and the ttl metering is nice to have. Manual mode allows zoom from 14-105 and power levels from 1/64 to 1/1. Only thing it's missing is a metal shoe foot and a built in optical slave.

Excellent value

By coyote bob

from Santa Barbara, Ca on 9/3/2009

Pros:

Easy To Use, Powerful Output, Versatile

Cons:

Bulky

Best Uses:

General Use

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

This unit provides the versatility and output I was seeking primarily for outdoor fill flash. It is larger than I would prefer when hiking, however its features satisfy my needs. Buying Canon refurbished makes great economic sense. I have been satisfied with each of the Canon refurbished products that I have purchased from Adorama.

Awesome, I love mine!

By Jarhead5811

from Madison, MS on 7/19/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

I'm very impressed with the two 430EXs I already have. So impressed that after much deliberation I've ordered a third referbed 430EX from Adorama. The savings isn't what it used to be (compared to a new 430EX II) but it will be identical to my current ones for simplicity sake and now carries a one year warranty.

Now, I guess I'll hold out for a 550EX, 580EX or 580EX II for my fourth. This may be a while seeing as I think a three 430EX setup will be very capable.

Great flash

By Verneitta happy

from Mountain View on 6/15/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Has its own case, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile

Cons:

No cons at this time

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

I may only be a beginner but, I do know a good product when I see and use it.
In my opinion this a great product.

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

An Amazing Flash At An Amazing Price

By Tim the Photographer

from Wilmington, DE on 5/13/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Powerful Output

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

Being on a tight budget I always look for the best bargains. This is as good as it gets! Every refurbished item I've purchased from Adorama has been just like brand new and this fash is no exception. The 430EX is light and powerful and a delight to use. I often use it in combination with other shoe mount flashes when shooting outside. I love it!!

Images shared by: Tim the Photographer

430ex off camera through a white umbrella

Tags: Made with Product

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great light weight, compact flash !!

By Tom T. (tulco)

from Champions Gate, Florida on 3/10/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight

Best Uses:

Photojournalism

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

The headline above says it all: a great light weight, compact flash. The ability to use it as a slave unit with my older 550 EX Canon flash (also bought at Adorama)is a definite plus. Oh, don't be scared off by the term "refurbished". I can't tell it from new. Cosmetically and functionally I can't tell the difference from the "new" item. A GREAT BUY FROM A GREAT DEALER.

[7 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

A solid performer

By TomB

from Atlanta on 5/8/2007

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Strong Construction

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Lighting

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Speedlite 430EX TTL-Shoe Mount Flash with Case - Refurbished:

A very solid performer. The 580EX provides more output, but for the difference in price, the 430EX provides great value. Very even coverage.

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