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Canon Speedlite 270EX - User Manual

Canon Speedlite 270EX
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PRINTED IN CHINA MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CT1-7830-000 © CANON INC. 2009
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Summary

Nomenclature

Installing the Batteries

Recycling Time and Flash Count

Details on flash recycling time and battery life based on usage and battery type.

Attaching the Flash

Fully Automatic Flash Shooting

Flash Shooting in Each Camera Mode

Tv: Shutter Priority AE

How the flash operates in Shutter Priority AE shooting mode for exposure.

Av: Aperture Priority AE

How the flash operates in Aperture Priority AE shooting mode for exposure.

M: Manual Exposure

How the flash operates in Manual Exposure mode, including sync speeds and aperture settings.

Switching Flash Coverage

Bounce Flash Shooting

Other Functions

Auto Power Off

Automatic power saving feature and how to cancel it.

AF-Assist Beam

Function that aids autofocus in dark scenes with repeated flash firing.

Modeling Flash

Fires flash continuously for 1 sec. to preview shadow effects on the subject.

Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation

[Flash firing] (Enable*;Disable)

Option to enable or disable flash firing, or use only AF-assist beam.

[External flash func. setting]

Settings for flash mode (E-TTL II/Manual) and shutter sync.

Shutter sync.

Details on 1st curtain, 2nd curtain, and high-speed sync modes for flash firing.

Flash exp. comp

Adjusting flash output level similar to normal exposure compensation.

E-TTL II (Evaluative*;Average)

Flash metering modes for automatic flash shooting.

[External flash C.Fn setting]

Custom function settings for Auto Power Off and Quick Flash.

Troubleshooting Guide

The Speedlite does not fire.

Steps to resolve issues where the flash unit fails to fire.

The bottom of the picture looks dark.

Troubleshooting tips for dark images, focusing on subject distance and lens hoods.

The periphery of the picture looks extremely dark.

Guidance on returning the flash head to its original position after bounce shooting.

The picture is really blurred.

Solutions for blurred images, recommending tripods or different shooting modes.

Specifications

Type

Details on the Speedlite's type, compatible cameras, and guide number.

Exposure Control

Information on exposure control systems and effective flash range.

Functions supported by camera operations

List of flash functions controllable via camera operations.

AF-Assist Beam

Specifications for the AF-assist beam, including effective range.

Power Source

Details on battery type, recycling time, battery life, and power saving.

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Physical dimensions of the Speedlite unit.

Weight

Weight of the Speedlite unit, excluding batteries.

Flash Shooting Range Guidelines

Summary

Nomenclature

Installing the Batteries

Recycling Time and Flash Count

Details on flash recycling time and battery life based on usage and battery type.

Attaching the Flash

Fully Automatic Flash Shooting

Flash Shooting in Each Camera Mode

Tv: Shutter Priority AE

How the flash operates in Shutter Priority AE shooting mode for exposure.

Av: Aperture Priority AE

How the flash operates in Aperture Priority AE shooting mode for exposure.

M: Manual Exposure

How the flash operates in Manual Exposure mode, including sync speeds and aperture settings.

Switching Flash Coverage

Bounce Flash Shooting

Other Functions

Auto Power Off

Automatic power saving feature and how to cancel it.

AF-Assist Beam

Function that aids autofocus in dark scenes with repeated flash firing.

Modeling Flash

Fires flash continuously for 1 sec. to preview shadow effects on the subject.

Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation

[Flash firing] (Enable*;Disable)

Option to enable or disable flash firing, or use only AF-assist beam.

[External flash func. setting]

Settings for flash mode (E-TTL II/Manual) and shutter sync.

Shutter sync.

Details on 1st curtain, 2nd curtain, and high-speed sync modes for flash firing.

Flash exp. comp

Adjusting flash output level similar to normal exposure compensation.

E-TTL II (Evaluative*;Average)

Flash metering modes for automatic flash shooting.

[External flash C.Fn setting]

Custom function settings for Auto Power Off and Quick Flash.

Troubleshooting Guide

The Speedlite does not fire.

Steps to resolve issues where the flash unit fails to fire.

The bottom of the picture looks dark.

Troubleshooting tips for dark images, focusing on subject distance and lens hoods.

The periphery of the picture looks extremely dark.

Guidance on returning the flash head to its original position after bounce shooting.

The picture is really blurred.

Solutions for blurred images, recommending tripods or different shooting modes.

Specifications

Type

Details on the Speedlite's type, compatible cameras, and guide number.

Exposure Control

Information on exposure control systems and effective flash range.

Functions supported by camera operations

List of flash functions controllable via camera operations.

AF-Assist Beam

Specifications for the AF-assist beam, including effective range.

Power Source

Details on battery type, recycling time, battery life, and power saving.

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Physical dimensions of the Speedlite unit.

Weight

Weight of the Speedlite unit, excluding batteries.

Flash Shooting Range Guidelines

Canon Speedlite 270EX Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSlave flash
Product colorBlack
Approximate recycling time3.9 s
Camera brands compatibilityCanon
Guide number (ISO 100, set at 35mm zoom)28 m
Battery typeAA
Number of batteries supported2
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth65 mm
Width64 mm
Height76.5 mm
Weight145 g

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