400d and flash

ok, im fairly new to photography (intrested for about 2 years) and very new to this website.

however, im wanting to know which flash units go with a canon 400d / rebel XTi.

if anyone could help i would really appriciate it.

thanks for your time,

vvilko

Canon 580 EX II
Canon 430 EX
Sigma DG 500 ST
Sigma DG 500 Super
All are dedicated units.

thanks alot pal

Wait for the new Canon rebate rounds (april) before buying a Canon flash. Might save you some money.

Wilko, welcome to POTN!

Up in the EOS Flash sticky thread, you'll find this thread that gives a brief outline of your choices, and this website, that lists specs and features for various models.

To learn more about what those specs and features mean, read The EOS Flash Bible (link in my signature).

Also note the 580EX II listed above is a new model that's not yet available. The original 580EX is a great unit, but priced on the high side.

But why buy the Canon flashes. Sigma will offer you almost all the feature at 1/3rd price.
If you shoot manual then a Vivtar 285HV (new) will fit nicely.

thanks you guys, you've all been really helpful, i'll put in some research and get back later