Canon Speedlite 430EX - how old would it be?

[verty]

Hey Guys,

does canon still manufacture Canon Speedlite 430EX speedlights? or do they only make the Canon Speedlite 430EX II now? its just that ive seen a seller on ebay selling Canon Speedlite 430EX new for a good price but am questioning how old the stock could be. If they are not making Canon Speedlite 430EX anymore how long ago were they discontinued?

[CosmoKid]

canon does not produce the I version of the 430 anymore. if you can get a new one for a decent price, go for it.

[msowsun]

The 430EX was first introduced in March 2005. The 430EX II came out about 1 year ago. They probaby stopped making the older model at that time. What is the difference in price right now between the two ?

Since you have a 50D (one of the newer Digic III or IV cameras 40D, 50D, XSi, XS, 5D mkII, etc that support the in-camera flash menu), I would recommend you get the newer flash to go with it.

Using the in-camera flash menu is so much easier and might even give you a greater understanding of flash photography.

http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_EOS_40D/images/menus/Canon40D_external_flash.jpg


If that isn't enough, here are a few more reasons:

1) Metal Hotshoe
2) Quick release mechanism
3) Silent recycle
4) Faster recycle
5) FEC adjusted in 1/3 stop increments
6) Nine Custom Functions (vs 6 on 430EX)

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y17/msowsun/photo%20stuff/430EXIICustomFunctions.jpg

[verty]

ok the seller just told me they will give me the Mark II version for the same price :)

[Mocows]

How much are they selling it for? The 430ex hovers around $200 USD.

[verty]

How much are they selling it for? The 430ex hovers around $200 USD.

im getting a new 430 EX II for 350 AUD. thats the cheapest ive found it. and d-d-photographics its 430 AUD.