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2021-10-11T12:59:17
It does everything Canon is excellent. A really good upgrade.
ROBERT P.
2021-03-23T08:51:08
I have off brand macro lights and had problems. Since I purchased the Canon MT-26EX-RT it has worked with no problems
Roy A.
2021-03-23T08:47:38
Excellent bundle for the price. The Canon flash is priced the same with or without the bundle and the batteries work great!
Roy A.
2021-01-20T09:20:51
The Canon MT-26EX Macro Twin Lite Flash works much better than their previous Macro Twin Lite which I had two of. Though I have only used this to make certain that it worked. I would recommend that this is great for using with the Canon 65mm 1-5 macro lens.
ROBERT P.
2020-05-22T20:00:00
I got this flash a year ago, I have used it extensively with macro photography, the possibilities to have two flash at the tip of the lens makes macro photography a whole new world bringing emotions to a picture. I can deliver light from a horizontal position onto a face and give a mood of terror. (I am including picture of a snake or pictures of hummingbirds or frogs with no strong shadows. Also I find this flash less invasive compared to the half moon reflections on the eyes if you use a Marco ring lite. I have waited for this flash for decades! Good job on this one Canon!
Ando
2020-01-07T16:06:48
It works just as desired. It's very capable and versatile for macro photography from 1x to 5x
Thomas S.
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The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT is designed to work perfectly with all of Canon's EF & EF-S Macro lenses. Easily mounted to the front of the lens, it can quickly be integrated into a close-up photography workflow.
E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash, Twin flash for close-distance photography
Both-sides firing: 85.3/26
Single-side firing: 65.3/19.9 (ISO 100, in feet/meters)
Flash output for quick flash is approx. 1/2 to 1/6 of full output (depending on the charge status).
16.4' / 5.00 m
4x AA batteries in controller unit (Alkaline, Lithium, rechargeable Ni-Cd or Ni-MH AAs are OK)
Optional Power Source: External battery packs - Compact Battery Pack E or E2, and Transistor Pack E
8:1 - 1:1 - 1:8; 1/2-stop increments
Both-sides firing
Single-side firing
8
Compact Battery Pack CP-E4N
Compact Battery Pack CP-E3 or CP-E4 can also be used.
Flash head unit (including mount ring): Approx. 9.14 x 3.59 x 1.93 in. / 232.2 x 91.1 x 49.1mm
Control unit: Approx. 2.74 x 4.43 x 3.54 in. / 69.5 x 112.5 x 90.0m m
Approx. 20.1 oz. / 570g
Includes flash unit and control unit, excluding batteries.
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It works just as desired
By Thomas S.
It works just as desired. It's very capable and versatile for macro photography from 1x to 5x
The best macro lens in it's class. A great improvement over the first Twin Lite.
By ROBERT P.
It does everything Canon is excellent. A really good upgrade.
Versatile and ready to be adjusted for a variety of applications, each of the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT’s flash heads can rotate up to 60° horizontally and 45° vertically. They’re also completely detachable, allowing easy positioning for the scene. The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT’s front ring can also rotate independently, helping to ensure flexible control and freedom to create a lighting environment tailored to the subject at hand.
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT has a maximum Guide Number of 85.3 ft./26m* at ISO 100 when both sides are firing. This delivers powerful lighting head-on, and thanks to independent output for each flash head, natural-looking, three-dimensional and directional lighting effects can be achieved with ease.
* Guide Number reflects the amount when both sides are fired. Flash output for quick flash (green ready light) is approximately 1/2 to 1/6 of full output (depending on the charge status).
For high flexibility and application in multi-flash shooting setups, the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT can be controlled wirelessly through optical or radio transmission**. As the master unit of up to 5 groups or up to 15 flash units, the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT can be easily incorporated into numerous, sophisticated wireless setups both in the studio and out in the field.
** Wireless multi-flash shooting via radio or optical transmission is supported up to 1/128 in manual flash exposure mode.
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT has expanded manual controls that enable impressive, subtle results with ease and are easily adjusted on the LCD panel. Each flash head can be controlled independently in 1/3-stop increments. Flash emissions can even be set as low as 1/512*** to suppress blown-out highlights in close-up photography, which is helpful when photographing high-speed subjects like hummingbirds or butterflies, and to achieve optimal lighting adjustments in a wide variety of situations.
*** 1/512 flash emission can be selected with manual flash setting. Manual high-speed sync is supported only up to 1/64.
To create a soft, expansive light source, the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT comes with two removable diffusers that scatters the flash’s illumination more widely and with less intensity. The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT detects when the diffusers are attached and can automatically determine the appropriate intensity of illumination to compensate for any light lost. By evening out the light source, the diffusers are especially effective in minimizing shadows while emphasizing and maintaining detail in highlight areas.
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT’s dot matrix-type LCD panel offers improved visibility, with a new user interface that can display at 5 different brightness levels and in green or orange backlight illumination. This customizable design allows flexibility to adjust light intensity and color of the LCD to suit the shooting environment.
In addition to its new LCD panel, the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT features a number of enhancements that not only expedite operation, but help ensure reliability. A new selection dial, set and function buttons, plus backlit operation buttons provide more intuitive operation, while new locking mechanisms help ensure continued, error-free use. The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT’s metal mounting foot also features a new locking pin and a one-touch lever for secure attachment and speedy detachment that helps prevent dust from interfering with the electric contacts. Finally, a new lock release lever has been added to the battery cover to help ensure the power stays on.
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT includes a pair of new high-luminance white LED focusing lamps that define the field of view and makes focusing simple. Turned on and off by pressing either the shutter button or the dedicated lamp button on top of the flash unit or the shutter button, the focus assist lamp can easily be operated while handholding the camera. Brightness can be adjusted within 5 increments and the lamp can be directed to stay lit for approximately 20 to 60 seconds.
For reliable operation even when changing exposure parameters, the Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT is capable of firing repeatedly at roughly 50 KHz intervals, supporting flash sync at all shutter speeds. Its high-speed sync helps ensure even illumination all throughout the composition.
Full Power Recycling Time Reduced to Approx. 5 Seconds
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT can recycle to full power output in approximately 5 seconds. This significant enhancement means faster response times, less down time and fewer missed opportunities.
Compatible with All Canon EF & EF-S Macro Lenses^
The Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT is designed to work perfectly with all of Canon’s EF & EF-S Macro lenses^. Easily mounted to the front of the lens, it can quickly be integrated into a close-up photography workflow.
^ A Macro Lite Adapter is necessary when attaching to the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM (optional Macro Lite Adapter 67) and EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM (optional Macro Lite Adapter 72C) lenses. When attaching EF and EF-S lenses to EOS M series cameras, the optional Mount Adapter EF-EOS M is necessary.
For professional photographers and enthusiasts alike, the Canon MT-26EX-RT Macro Twin Lite Flash Unit is an indispensable tool for capturing stunning macro photography. This high-performance flash unit offers unparalleled versatility, delivering exceptional results from 1x to 5x magnification.
Designed with the user in mind, the MT-26EX-RT Macro Twin Lite Flash Unit is renowned for its reliability and superior functionality. Unlike other brands, this Canon flash unit ensures consistent, problem-free operation, making it a trusted choice for photographers worldwide.
The MT-26EX-RT Macro Twin Lite Flash Unit represents a significant upgrade from its predecessors, offering enhanced performance and improved features. It's particularly effective when paired with the Canon 65mm 1-5 macro lens, enabling you to capture the intricate details of your subject with remarkable clarity and precision.
In summary, the Canon MT-26EX-RT Macro Twin Lite Flash Unit is a robust and reliable flash unit that's perfectly suited for macro photography. Its superior performance and user-friendly design make it an essential addition to any photographer's toolkit.