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Using Non-Canon flash on a EOS 5D Mk II

Article ID: ART103744 | Date published: 05/11/2015 | Date last updated: 11/04/2015
 

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Using Non-Canon flash on a EOS 5D Mk II

Solution

Using Non-Canon Flash Units

Sync Speed

The camera can synchronize with non-Canon compact flash units at 1/250 sec. and slower speeds. With large studio flash units, since the flash duration is longer, set the sync speed within 1/60 sec. to 1/30 sec. Be sure to test the flash synchronization before shooting.

PC Terminal

  • The camera's PC terminal can be used with flash units having a sync cord. The PC terminal is threaded to prevent inadvertent disconnection.
  • The camera's PC terminal has no polarity. You can connect any sync cord regardless of its polarity.

Cautions for Live View shooting

When using a non-Canon flash unit for Live View shooting, set the [ Live View function settings] menu's [Silent shoot.] to [Disable]. The flash will not fire if it is set to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].

  • If the camera is used with a flash unit or flash accessory dedicated to another camera brand, the camera may not operate properly and malfunction may result.
  • Do not connect to the camera's PC terminal any flash unit requiring 250 V or more.
  • Do not attach a high-voltage flash unit on the camera's hot shoe. It might not fire.

A flash unit attached to the camera's hot shoe and a flash unit connected to the PC terminal can be used at the same time.

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