Canon MT-24EX Macro Twin Lite Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
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Manufacturer: Canon Cameras USModel: MT-24EX
Product features:
- When used with Speedlite 550EX units, wireless control of up to three slave groups is possible, with first or second curtain synchronization
- Mounting ring can be attached directly to the front of the macro lens
- Forward tilting control unit will not hit flash, even when mounting ring is rotated to full 50° extent
- Large, easily read LCD panel
- Includes dedicated hood eliminates flare when used with Canon MP-E65mm f/2.8 1-5X
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon MT-24EX Macro Twin Lite Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Customer Review: Expensive and behind times
Summary: 3 Stars
As a twin flash, this works and helps take great macro photos. It provides better light control with individually adjustable twin lights. In addition it can control a third light (such as canon's standard flashes). The third light can be very useful in exposing the background.
It has sturdy build and works with easily replaceable 4 AA batteries.
However it falls short on many fronts as I would expect much better from such an expensive flash light.
1. The twin lights are not wireless, nor can the wires be disconnected. Those thick cords are fixed. It is a nightmare to store it and when I need only one light, I can not completely disable one light. I have to leave one light dangling or hold it with my hand pointing in opposite direction.
2. No AF Assist! I can use modeling light, but it does not have enough range, and the AF assist will be much more helpful as it provides a much easier pattern for AF assist.
3. Very poorly designed lens adapter. Basically the mounting adapter is designed for 58mm. The 72mm adapter does not replace 58mm fitting, it is just a step-up to fit the 58mm opening onto a 72mm lens. So the 72mm lens is still covered by a 58mm opening. It obviously causes too much vignetting unless one is focusing really really close. In addition there is no adapter for any other lens size.
Basically this flash symbolizes Canon's arrogance. We are limited to using this flash only for canon's intended purpose, with canon's intended lens, and in canon's intended ways. Nikon's system is cheaper and has none of these limitations.
Unfortunately however I have no choice but to recommend this unit as there are no other viable options for Canon users.
Description of Canon MT-24EX Macro Twin Lite Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
A versatile, adaptable lighting system for macro, scientific, medical, industrial, commercial, and advertising photography.Flashes
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