Bower SFD728C Auto-Zoom Dedicated TTL Flash Unit for Canon DSLR Cameras

SKU: BOWSFD728C

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George A : I have a Canon Rebel T6 (1300D). Will this Bower SFD728C flash work with my camera?James B : I think it should. I have the T3i and it works fine.ASHLEY P : This flash did not last me that long. Purchase a Yongnuo. I do not advise this product.
Tammie T : Will this flash work with EOS Rebel SL1 EOS 100D?ANDREW R : Should work with most Canon EOS system DSLRs (including the SL1)
DANIEL M : Will this flash work with a Canon 5D Mark ll ?BETTY D : Yes. I purchased this unit for my 5D Mark II.ANDREW R : Should work with most Canon EOS system DSLRs.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2018-10-25T15:13:12

Rated 4 out of 5

Great for the money

Great flash, does everything I was looking for.

Gene P.

2018-02-21T10:38:51

Rated 5 out of 5

great Flash

Works great at a third of the cost of a Nikon Flash

William F.

2018-02-07T08:11:43

Rated 2 out of 5

Very weak

I just can't get over the fact that this is weaker, with less coverage than the on-camera flash. The D3400 has a great flash, but any shoe flash should be better.

LARRY B.

2017-02-02T08:40:01

Rated 4 out of 5

Decent basic level flash

At the price you don't expect bells and whistles but a solid performing basic flash unit. The Bowser SFD728C delivers all that.

Edward N.

2017-01-11T12:37:17

Rated 5 out of 5

It doesn't think for you, but it thinks with you

As with anything, the quality of your photos will vary with the level of your skill. If you even halfway know how to use bounce flash (and if you don't, PLEASE DO LEARN!) this unit will do a fantastic job of getting the best results your skill level can possibly achieve.

JOHN B.

2017-01-01T11:01:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Flash

It works real good .Recommended.

James B.

2016-12-07T10:45:16

Rated 4 out of 5

Great start-up flash!

Great flash for my level of photography! It works easy, the batteries last a long time (surprisingly), easy to attach to camera. Highly recommend if you're a starter with flash!

Lise P.

2016-11-09T09:38:50

Rated 5 out of 5

It does the job for me at a good price

It was as advertised. It does the job for me at a good price.

RANDY H.

2016-10-09T09:55:09

Rated 2 out of 5

Battery life is short.

I was disappointed in how quickly the batteries died with this flash.

Victoria H.

2016-09-27T12:21:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Too big and clumsy

Could not get it into my Camera cas

Theodore K.

2016-07-19T19:34:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Not too much!

This product wasn't full of buttons and switches. I just want to pick a distance and shoot and that's what this flash does. Bottom line: easy to operate. I love it.

Craig T.

2016-02-05T09:09:07

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice budget flash

When looking for an economical on-camera flash, I decided to try out this Bower unit. I knew it might not be as fancy as other brand name items, but it seemed to have the essential features I needed. It can be positioned in several ways, it has great flash output, and works well with my Nikon D7100. It does have light-feeling plastic construction that some might call cheap, but so far I have had no malfunctions. I intend to keep practicing my flash photography, and starting out with this Bower flash is a great way to learn.

Daniel C.

2013-11-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So far so good

I got this as a 2nd shoe mount flash to be used off-camera. It's a little less sturdy & lighter weight than my Canon flash, but it has served its purpose well thus far. I've only had it a couple of weeks. Other than a few test shots; I did a commercial shoot featuring jewelry. The flash performed as well as my Canon & since it's a secondary or backup flash, it's lighter weight is a plus. I would purchase this flash again.

BETTY D.

2013-08-12T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Basic Speed Flash

Just picked this up to shoot my first wedding for an aquaintance, and it proved to be a work-horse. The wedding was outdoors at sunset and I wanted to use the dramatic sunsets their location was known for as the back-drop but the on-camera flash would never have cut it. Not wanting to carry my strobes and gear around, I opted for this unit for my Nikon D5100. It produced plenty of light for the fieldwork before, during and after sunset. I good basic flash that makes a solid addition to anyones accessory pack.

History67

2013-06-25T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good value

I"m a beginner. This flash is simple and works well for ceiling bounce. So, I'm happy. Its a bit big, so I don't carry it around much. My wish list would include a smaller version of the same, maybe with wireless or a cable so I can create some sidelight.

Walt M.

2013-04-01T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great price

I needed a third flash for stand alone fill light. Works well with my other Nikon flash units.

GARY J.

2013-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great basic flash

If you are looking for an affordable, simple, lightweight flash, this is a great product. I needed one in a hurry and didn't have a lot of money, and this fit the bill. If you are looking for something more on the professional level, this doesn't have the additional functions and features you will need, but for everyday use, its great.

ANDREW M.

2012-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great

I really like this flash for the price and the functionality. Only had it two months, but ordered another one already. Using it with Cactus' wireless tranceiver kit for remote triggering, and it's given me amaazing results.

Richard K.

2012-07-11T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very consistent and dependable.

Looking for a back up I bought this flash intent on returning it if...., with only an on-off switch I was amazed at how reliable it is within its range. I soften the light with the right amount of matte finish scotch tape at the front of the flash and use the camera (iso etc) to make any adjustments. The light is pleasing too. Keeper.

Ken

2012-04-15T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

great product for the price

great little flash many uses hasnt skiped a abeat yet

DEAN W.

2012-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

unit works ok, very basic.

very basic unit, cost vs value is ok

Bob Z.

2011-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Inexpensive light

Nice little flash for general use when lots of power and/or weight aren't necessary or desired. The size makes it a good carry-around flash for fills or as a 2nd or 3rd light in multi-light setups. This is a good TTL-compatible flash for beginners/consumers who don't want to spend $300+ for the name-brand units.

ab39z

2011-09-25T21:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Stopped working after a month

This flash wokred great for about a month, then stopped working for me. It will flash only once, and wont work again until I shut it off and turn it back on. And I am not the only one with this problem with this product!

Tatortot

2011-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Flash

I wanted to try this out as an inexpensive alternative to the canon speedlite line. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised at it's performance. I thought it would be a backup and only used in an emergency, in case something happened to the speedlite. I am so happy I purchased this one first because I no longer feel the need to purchase the much more expensive flash. This is all I need and may just buy another as a backup. If you at all nervous about buying this in place of the more expensive line, don't be. This will fit the bill and be all you'll ever need in a flash.

burnleyt

2011-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Cheap but gets the job done

It rotates up and down to bounce flash, but the midseam on the bottom plastic part started breaking and coming undone after a month. Very cheaply constructed and not durable, but gets the job done.

Shelle

About Bower SFD 728

FEATURED REVIEWS

So far so good

By BETTY D.

I got this as a 2nd shoe mount flash to be used off-camera. It's a little less sturdy & lighter weight than my Canon flash, but it has served its purpose well thus far. I've only had it a couple of weeks. Other than a few test shots; I did a commercial shoot featuring jewelry. The flash performed as well as my Canon & since it's a secondary or backup flash, it's lighter weight is a plus. I would purchase this flash again.

Works great

By Richard K.

I really like this flash for the price and the functionality. Only had it two months, but ordered another one already. Using it with Cactus' wireless tranceiver kit for remote triggering, and it's given me amaazing results.

The Bower SFD728C TTL Zoom Shoe Mount Flash is the economical solution for the SLR user who wants a simple-to-use flash. The flash is fully automatic, with full TTL operation. Compact and lightweight at less than 8 oz (without batteries), but still provides some extra features like bounce & swivel and a manual zoom head.

Compatible with Canon Rebel XT, XTi, XS, XSi, EOS 30D, 40D, 50D, 60D, T2i, T3, T3i, T4i, T5i, 1D, 1Dx, 5D Mark II, Mark III, 6D, 7D, SL1 DSLRs and Powershot G1, G2, G3, G5, G6, Pro 1, G7, S5 IS, G10, SX10 IS, SX1 IS, SX20 IS, G11, SX30 IS, G12, SX40 HS, G1X, G15, SX50 HS and G16 digital cameras.

Key Features

  • Guide No: 28m/92ft (ISO100@50mm)
  • Flash ready indicator in viewfinder
  • Full Digital TTL dedication
  • Autofocus Infra-Red Assistance beam
  • Zoom, bounce & swivel construction
  • Automatic shutter speed setting

What's in the box:

  • Bower SFD728C Flash
  • Bower 1 Year Warranty