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All digital cameras are equipped with a flash feature, which is meant to add light to the scene that is being photographed, either with the intention of capturing most of the intricate details with clarity or as a source of additional light in a low light situation. This feature is not mandatory and the choice of using it or not using it depends solely on the personal perspective of the photographer. While there was a time in the past when flash was considered an important prerequisite, today digital photography is distinctly anti-flash with the majority of the experts in the field advocating against the use of flash.It is true that the light emanated from the flash is too bright and hence is capable of spoiling a shot which accounts for much of the aversion towards this feature. However, there are indeed certain occasions when the flash can actually assist with bringing out the beauty of the picture provided it is used correctly and appropriately. The flash in a digital camera is known to produce best results when it is a hot-shoe, a flash bracket or an off-camera flash and when the photographer adheres to certain guidelines while using it.One of .. more »

In this article we look at one of the most useful feature you have on your camera, the flash. Surprisingly we almost always take this feature for granted, thinking that all there is to it is to switch it on and off whenever we need it or don't. Well, this time, I'll share some tips with you on how you can effectively use your flash.Most of us would have the standard flash unit built-in on our (digital) camera. Of course if you have moved on to a prosumer (digital) SLR camera, then you may already know about the different ways of using an external flash. This set-up gives you the versatility of using bounce flash and a more powerful flash output. But this month we'll focus on the compact digicam.Understanding Your Camera's Built-in FlashWe are most familiar with the usage of flash at times when there is not enough light to take a good picture. Set on Auto, your camera would compensate by adjusting shutter speed and aperture to light up and give you the best exposure for your subject. It is also the most portable lighting equipment that you will ever have.On a standard camera, your flash unit has .. more »

The Canon 430ex ii is an excellent flash to buy for the Canon photographic system.Using built in flash of the camera is not always a good option considering the location of the camera's flash. The flash is normally of small size and very close to the axis which means the results are very harsh and often result in red eye effect.This means that an external flash is required. This brings us to the canon lineup of flashes. You can also use third party flashes for use with Canon cameras, however this is not recommended. The range of Canon flashguns cover everyone from beginner to professional. 430ex ii falls in the mid level range and is targeted at advance amateurs, hobbyist and professional photographers.The Canon 430ex ii has a lot of new features over its predecessor. Fast recycling time (by 20%), improved locking and release mechanism achieved by a new metal foot design with redesigned connection pins.The Canon 430ex ii features AF assist beam which covers up to 9 AF points enabling to focus in very dark or low contrast situations.The 430ex features 9 custom functions. The slave settings have been shifted to the zoom button from the old switch.The flash .. more »