Technical details
Approx. number of flashes |
230 |
Approximate recycling time |
3.5 s |
Type |
Compact camera flash |
Brand specific flash systems |
E-TTL II (Canon), E-TTL I (Canon) |
Guide number (ISO 100, set at 35mm zoom) |
24 m |
Display type |
LCD |
Built-in display |
Y |
PZ42X for Canon E-TTL II
A clip-on flash supports the TTL light control system for the latest digital SLR cameras. The flash can be moved 90° upward, 180° to the left and 120° to the right, flexibly supporting bounce shooting and other operations. The focal length display can be switched between the digital display (APS-C) and the 35-mm film size converted display on the LCD. Numerous functions and user-friendliness have been combined and condensed in this body.
<b>PZ42X runs on 4-AA batteries in a compact and light body.</b>
The recycle time is about 3.5 seconds. The photographer can seize opportunities to shoot precious moments, for example, at wedding ceremonies, parties and athletic meetings.
<b>To realize the maximum Guide Number 42(ISO100-m)</b>
This covers well the illumination area with a focal length of 100 mm (* when converted to 35-mm film size), which is considered to be most suitable for portrait shooting. (Up to 21 m.)
<b>Compatible with TTL functions of digital SLR cameras.</b>
Compatible with the advanced flash output control function for Canon E-TTL II.
<b>Flexible bounce function</b>
The light emission part can be moved 90° upward, 180° to the left and 120° to the right, flexibly responding to every possible bounce shooting situation.
<b>EV adjustment function</b>
The photographer's intention can be freely represented by the EV adjustment function up to +/-1.5EV.
- 7 steps (-1.5, -1, -0.5, 0, +0.5, +1, +1.5) can be set.
- Photo shows all-lit image. (Not actual image)
<b>Power Ratio is available.</b>
Equipped with Power Ratio to permit manually adjusting the flash output. Power Ratio can be set in 7 steps (FULL,1/2,1/4,1/8,1/16,1/32,1/64).
<b>Auto Focus Assist Light supports focusing in low light situations.</b>
When shooting in the dark or dim places, the near infrared assist light is automatically illuminated to enable automatic focusing.
<b>Switching function of focal length display</b>
The focal length display can be switched between the digital display (APS-C) and the 35-mm film size converted display. The photographer can check the focal length display at any time during shooting.
<b>TTL signals are automatically recognized just by mounting and turning on.</b>
The latest high-accuracy TTL signals are recognized by just mounting this flash on a camera and turning it on. This flash ensures the accurate, optimum, and high-quality lighting.
<b>Built-in wide panel</b>
Applicable to super-wide-angle lens, more than 20mm focal length.
(when converted to 35-mm film size)
<b>Lights up LCD back light by simply touching button.</b>