Sigma EF-530 DG ST Electronic Flash for Pentax and Samsung DSLR
From Sigma Corporation
Would you like to broaden your world of photographic expression by manipulating light in a simple way? The EF-530 DG ST is an easy-to-use flash that provides a large amount of light, featuring a guide number of up to 53/m (174/ft) w/ISO 100. Compatible with AF single-lens reflex cameras of all popular manufacturers, this flash unit allows fully automatic photography with automatic TTL exposure control. In addition to the automatic mode, it also provides two power levels in manual mode: full and 1/16 power. This electronic flash combines a wide array of functions with ease of handling, and includes an Autozoom function that automatically sets the optimum illumination angle between 24mm and 105mm, as well as offering bounce and swivel capability.
Amazon Sales Rank: #14749 in Camera & Photo Brand: Sigma Model: B000UHFRN8 Dimensions: .67 pounds
When there's insufficient or unsuitable light available to take a picture, it's of paramount importance to have a ready source of supplementary light to fulfill the need. That's where Sigma's EF-530 DG ST electronic flash comes into play. Designed exclusively for Pentax and Samsung digital SLR cameras, the flash offers a powerful guide number of 174 feet/53 meters and boasts the latest TTL automatic exposure system for easy operation. More significantly, the EF-530 DG ST is outfitted with a host of handy features, including an autozoom function that automatically sets the optimum illumination angle in accordance with the lens' focal length (with a range from 24mm to 105mm), a confirmation "ready" light that indicates when the flashgun is fully charged, and an auto power-off function that automatically shuts off the display to save battery power. And users will love the tilting flashgun head, which users can tilt up by 90 degrees, to the left by 180 degrees, to the right by 90 degrees, and down by 7 degrees, making it easy to perform a bounce flash. Plus, the flashgun features a manual flash mode in addition to the automatic mode, making it possible to set the flash power level to full or 1/16. Features: Autozoom function that automatically sets optimum illumination angle Covers a focal length from 24mm to 105mm A built-in wide panel that covers the 17mm angle A tilting flashgun head for bounce flash (up by 90 degrees, to the left by 180 degrees, and to the right by 90 degrees) A down tilt angle of 7 degrees for close-up photography Runs on 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable ni-cad or NiMH batteries Measures 3 by 5.5 by 4.6 inches (W x H x D) Weighs 10.8 ounces 1-year warranty What's in the Box EF-530 DG ST flash for Pentax and Samsung cameras, soft case, hot shoe table stand, user's manual.
Returned to factory for repair after 3 days The flash under exposed in all pictures. Tried to use it on a Canon Rebel, 300D, and a Canon Rebel XT, 350D. Every picture was under exposed in full auto and programed mode on both cameras. Place where purchased stated that it needed to be sent to Sigma for warranty repair. Have not recieved the unit back from them yet. Good Choice A powerful flash, well priced alternative for the Sony Alpha system. I am getting good results at 60 foot plus distances even with 300mm focal lengths. Well worth the price. Powerful, great value. works with my Sony Alpha I'm not a prosumer or a pro photographer. I basically wanted something that's better than the the built in flash abut not spend big bucks. I have to say that this flash fits the bill. Great for all those "portrait" moments that you want to keep.
