580exII owned, next flash?

[spikeystitch]

So I think I've confused myself. I currently own a 580exII and now want to take the plunge on a second flash. I use cybersyncs and and want to continue using that system for future flash units.

Any suggestions on the next flash? I was thinking of sticking with the Canon brand but is there any units other then the 580exII that has a PC sync port? I was also taking a look at the LumoPro LP120...

Thoughts?

Thanks!

[40Dude6aedyk]

I bought a Sigma EF530 DG Super as my second flash. It was about $220 and works superbly for me in both manual and ETTL modes. And also with cybersyncs in manual. And why do you care about a sync port on the flash? You can always get a hotshoe with sync port.

[spikeystitch]

Whoa..I totally gapped out and forgot about hotshoe adapters. Can hot shoe adapters be used on lightstands?

[jrscls]

In your case, I would just add another 580EX II. I have one MKII and two MKI 580EX flashes, but I use the wireless ETTL when using these. Otherwise, I break out the Alien Bees.

[40Dude6aedyk]

Whoa..I totally gapped out and forgot about hotshoe adapters. Can hot shoe adapters be used on lightstands?
Of course.

[Familiaphoto]

If you going only manual get a LumoPro, seems like a great value. If you want ETTL I would look at one of the Canon EX series. If you want a built in syncport you only have the 580 EX II to choose from although there is an available foot mod from FlashZebra you could get for the original 580 EX.

[spikeystitch]

Thanks for the help guys. I think I've used ETTL once since purchasing my 580exII in November, I shoot fully manual so it's not a problem. I will definately check out the LumoPro. :D

[jbergdoll]

Nikon SB-2x or Sunpak 544/555, that's if you plan to shoot in only manual.

[ZSutton]

Nikon SB-2x or Sunpak 544/555, that's if you plan to shoot in only manual.


I agree. The SB2X series are incredible flashes for the money used