The configuration, however, especially if one has first adopted by the stubborn head flashes, an essential point that the user should dominate. Here, the 580EX II invites through its extensive functions virtually out-of-the-box to play. Some of the Bedieung like a first occur Strangely, the slave controller is hidden behind a 2-second timer, so the multi-flash is directly activated ... strange prioritization in Button assignment. Good contrast solved the illuminated dispay. It shows exactly the most important information about the current configuration thus provides a quick overview.
Actually, the 580EX II is to be operated at just a pity about the E-TTL mode. Who ambitious little emphasis only on exposure power with this lightning probably incorrect advice as there are cheaper alternatives. He is ideally suited to work outdoor Due to the large range of functions in fairly good light output. I kompinieren him often with my older Canon 420EX.
I own the 580EX II already more than 6 months and still have not tried all the functions and possible combinations. The variety of effects errechbaren seems endless. In my opinion it is / home studio very well placed with this flash (or 2 or 3) in the hobby. Considering that costs a teaching professional flash system with three asynchronous channels and minds, the 580EX II is truly a gift.
It can also be flashed indirectly and soft immediately and without Bastellei thanks to integrated diffuser and built-in light shapers. Short focal length? No problem 16mm are to cope immediately thanks to the lens. A Omnibounce is actually no longer necessary, even if the light shaper type of construction certainly can not get the maximum light output.
Feed it the 580EX II with lithium batteries to get in the enjoyment of his full power.
Potential for improvement I see in the unlit buttons, especially when the event and live photography is yet again a problem to find the right key in the dark stage pit.
