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Canon 540EZ - Speedlite - Hot-shoe clip-on Flash User Manual

Canon 540EZ - Speedlite - Hot-shoe clip-on Flash
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Canon 540EZ - Speedlite - Hot-shoe clip-on Flash Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHot-shoe clip-on Flash
Flash ModesTTL, Manual, Multi
Zoom HeadYes
Zoom Range24-105mm
Power Source4 x AA Batteries
TTL Flash MeteringYes
Swivel HeadYes
Bounce CapabilityYes
Off-Camera TerminalYes
Guide Number54 (ISO 100, m)
Compatible CamerasCanon EOS cameras
Flash Coverage24-105mm

Summary

540EZ Features Overview

Flash Exposure Compensation

Allows independent adjustment of flash exposure by ±3 stops for balanced lighting.

Auto Zoom Coverage

Automatic adjustment of flash coverage angle to match lens focal length for optimal illumination.

Bounce Flash Technique

Tilting the flash head to bounce light off surfaces for softer, more natural lighting effects.

I. Preparations for Use

Loading the Batteries

Step-by-step guide on how to properly insert AA batteries into the flash unit.

Mounting the Flash Unit

Instructions on securely attaching the Speedlite 540EZ to the camera's accessory shoe.

II. Changing Flash Settings

Flash Coverage Angle & Wide Panel

Adjusting flash coverage manually or automatically, including use of the built-in wide panel.

Flash Mode Selection

Explains how to select between A-TTL, TTL, Manual, and Stroboscopic flash modes.

III. Basic Flash Operation

Fully-Automatic Flash Operation

Guide to using the flash in fully automatic mode for simple, effective flash photography.

IV. Flash Operation In Various Shooting Modes

Manual Exposure Mode Flash

Using flash with the camera in manual exposure mode for precise photographic control.

Slow Synchro Photography

Combining flash with slow shutter speeds for balanced subject and background exposure in low light.

V. Advanced Flash Techniques

Flash Exposure Compensation Control

Fine-tuning flash exposure independently of the camera for optimal lighting balance.

Manual Flash Power Settings

Setting manual flash output levels from full power to 1/128 for creative lighting control.

Stroboscopic Flash Effect

Technique for rapid, successive flashes to capture motion sequences within a single exposure.

VI. Canon Speedlite System

Multiple Flash Accessories

Details accessories for connecting multiple flash units for advanced lighting setups.

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