Sigma EF-500 DG Super Electronic Flash SO-ADI Shoe Mount Flash for Sony
Compatible with a100/a200/a230/a300/a330/a350/a380/a700/a900 and more!
Also compatible with many Minolta models--see link at bottom for full list of compatible cameras.
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Features
Autozoom function for changing the illumination angle
Automatic iTTL exposure control supporting a diverse array of illumination methods
Bounce flash can be tilted 90° upwards and 7° downward for close-ups.
Wireless-slave-flash functions
Modeling flash function to check for shadows
Rear-curtain synchro flash mechanism for natural representation of motion
Description
Would you like to broaden your world of photographic expression by manipulating light in a simple way -. The EF-500 DG ST is an easy-to-use flash that provides a large amount of light, featuring a guide number of up to 50/m (165/ft) w/ISO 100. Compatible with AF single-lens reflex cameras of all popular manufacturers, this flash unit allows fully automatic photography with automatic TTL exposure control. In addition to the automatic mode, it also provides two power levels in manual mode: full and 1/16 power. This electronic flash combines a wide array of functions with ease of handling, and includes an Autozoom function that automatically sets the optimum illumination angle between 28mm and 105mm, as well as offering bounce and swivel capability.
Autozoom function for changing the illumination angle
This function delivers flash light by automatically setting the optimum illumination angle, in accordance with the lens' focal length, in a range from 28 mm to 105 mm. When used with the built-in Wide Panel, the flash can cover the angle of up to 17-mm ultra wideangle lens.
Automatic TTL exposure control
Advanced photographic techniques, such as diffused lighting photography, with a diffuser attached to the flash head, or bounce photography, with the light pointed at the ceiling or wall to soften the shadows cast on the subject, without directly illuminating the subject with flash light, can be performed while the automatic exposure control function is preserved.
Bounce flash function, with movable flash head
The flash head can be tilted up by up to 90 degrees , to the left by 180 degrees , or to the right by 90 degrees . Bounce photography, in which light is reflected off a white wall or the ceiling or a reflector, increases your range of photographic expression. As the flash head can also be tilted down by 7 degrees , light can be effectively used even for close-up shots.
Auto Power-Off function prevents wasted power
Even if the flash is left with the power on, it automatically shuts off, if it is not operated for a certain length of time. This conserves battery power in flash photography. When the shutter button is depressed halfway, the power turns on again, and charging resumes.
Diverse, user-friendly functions
Manual flash mode with two levels: Full power and 1/16 power.
The display function indicates the completion of recharging and allows the TTL exposure control to be checked using the Ready light.
The focal-length display shows the current focal-length setting of the zoom head. This flash features many other functions as well.
Includes
Sigma EF-500 DG Super SO-ADI (for Sony)
Stand/base Sigma soft case
Sigma manual
Specs
Guide Number :165 in feet / 50 in meters 105mm (ISO 100)
Zoom Range : Automatically set to match the lens between 28mm - 105mm.
17mm wide angle with built-in diffuser.
Bounce Capability: Up 60, 75, 90 Down 7 Swivel Capability Right is 60, 75, 90 ,Left 60, 75, 90, 120, 150, 180
Recycle Time: Approx. 6 seconds (when using alkaline batteries) ,Approx 4seconds (when using NiMH batteries)
Power Source: 4x AA Alkaline or 4x NiMH batteries
Dimensions (W x H x D) 3.0 X 5.5 X 4.6 inches / 77x139x117mm
Weight: 11.3ounces (320g) .
Full list of camera compatibility here:
http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/flash/comp_dg_sup.htm
This flash fits earlier Sony Alpha digital SLR cameras including the A100, A200, A300, A330, A350, A380, A700 and A900, plus the Konica Minolta Maxxum/Dynax 5D and 7D DSLRs. Fully dedicated with ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) or Pre-flash TTL, compatible with High Speed Synch (HSS).
It may also work on later Sony Alpha digital SLR and SLT cameras including the A33, A35, A55, A65, A77, A230, A290, A300, A330, A390, A450, A500, A550, A560, A580, A850 and NEX-7. The latest compatibility table available is from 2010 and doesn't list these models, and Sigma UK believes that the flash should be compatible with these cameras, but cannot guarantee it. A firmware upgrade may be available from Sigma for incompatible models, but this would be chargeable. If you buy the flash for one of these cameras and find it doesn't work, you can of course return it for a refund within 30 days.
