Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras

I have been using a Sigma flash before that and I wasn't sure if this flash would improve a lot.

I did take the bite in the end and bought the 580EX and have to say that this flash is amazing. Not just the better ETTL function, but the variety of options that lets your creativity more playground is great.

Also the build quality of this flash is much better than the Sigma. the hotshoe as well as the body have a much sturdier feel.

Using a diffuser (I have the Gary Fong Cloud Dome) still adds more quality to this flashes light, but all in all this product is great.

I am not giving it 5 stars because of the price tag. Quality comes at a premium and this is how the world rocks, I know, but for Hobby Photographers the price is quiet steep

ps: For those considering a Sigma flash... if you cannot afford the price of the 580EX, then go for the Sigma. The ETTL is pretty good there as well. The build is pretty good too. The battery usage on both flashes is about the same. The 580EX will give you a wider spectrum of possibilities if you can afford it. Shooting without a flash if you can is much better in any case though :DGet more detail about Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras.