Canon's new Speedlite 600EX-RT is engineered to provide a new level of
performance and reliability for professional flash
photography with today's most advanced DSLRs. With wireless two-way radio
communication, the Speedlite 600 EX-RT allows photographers to expand their
creativity using wireless speedlites with the reliability of radio triggering.
The Speedlite 600EX-RT offers an expanded zoom range and a higher guide number,
plus a number of improvements over its predecessor in both operation and feel.
It features a new dot-matrix LCD panel for display of all pertinent shooting
information, backlit controls plus an internal sound generator. Reliability is
ensured with improved hot shoe contacts, improved flash head durability and the
most comprehensive dust and water sealing system ever on a Canon Speedlite
flash. A new color filter holder helps maintain accurate color in a variety of
ambient light conditions.
New wireless multiple flash system using radio wave communication for
enhanced control of up to five groups of flashes.
The Speedlite 600EX-RT represents the next generation in wireless flash
systems. In addition to traditional optical wireless transmission,
the Speedlite 600EX-RT facilitates radio controlled, two-way wireless
transmission up to 98.4 feet, among up to 5 groups with a total of 15 individual
Speedlites. Communicating on 2.4 GHz frequencies, the Speedlite 600EX-RT does
not have the same directional limitations of traditional wireless optical
transmitters. Where other wireless signals can be interrupted by physical
obstacles, radio controlled systems excel. 15 transmission channels are
available, selectable manually or automatically, and radio transmission IDs can
be set to prevent misfiring in the event of signal interference on the same
channel.
Zoom flash head covers wide range of 20–200mm; maximum Guide Number (197
ft./60m at ISO 100).
For effective flash photography in more situations than previously possible
with a Speedlite flash, the Speedlite 600EX-RT has an improved guide number of
197ft. (60m) at ISO 100. It offers 20mm to 200mm coverage, and when the
extendable wide panel is pulled out, flash coverage moves as wide at 14mm. Plus,
to maximize power and minimize energy consumption, the Speedlite 600EX-RT can be
directed to zoom in accordance with the cameras image sensor size (full-frame,
APS-H and APS-C).
Redesigned contact construction, improved flash head durability, and
exceptional dust and weather resistance for reliable operation.
The Speedlite 600EX-RT is the most rugged, durable and reliable Speedlite in
the Canon arsenal with construction on par with high-end Canon DSLRs. The flash
head is more rugged and durable than its predecessor and a redesigned hot shoe
contact ensures seamless communication. Dust and water resistance has been
improved significantly as well: all moving parts and areas surrounding the
flashes display and buttons are sealed for uninterrupted performance in harsh
conditions. A new dust and water resistant adapter for the mounting foot creates
a dust and water resistant seal between camera and flash.
AF Assist Beam compatible with Canon's new 61-Point High Density Reticular AF.
Working in conjunction with EOS SLR's, the Speedlite 600EX-RT automatically
provides illumination using its built-in AF assist beam. This means more
accurate AF, faster, even in dark or low contrast situations, with all lenses
28mm or longer. Compatible with the AF frame of all EOS cameras, the Speedlite
600EX-RT even works perfectly with the 61-Point High Density Reticular AF found
in the EOS-1D X and the EOS 5D Mark III.
Dot matrix LCD panel and backlit button provide easy visibility.
A significant upgrade over previous flashes, the Speedlite 600EX-RT features
an all-new dot matrix LCD panel (172 x 104 dots). This new LCD displays Flash
status, wireless configuration and all flash settings with more detailed
information in comparison to previous systems. With its new screen combined with
backlit operation buttons, the Spee
dlite 600EX-RT is as easy to operate in the dark as in daylight.
Color filter holder for attaching Canon and third-party color gelatin
filters.
To ensure consistent color in both the foreground and background of an image,
the Speedlite 600EX-RT features a new color filter holder. By placing a color
filter over the front of the flash head, the color temperature of the flash can
be made to match that of the ambient light. Color information and light output
decrease can be transmitted from the Speedlite 600EX-RT to the camera for proper
white balance and exposure.
18 Custom Functions and 7 Personal Functions for creative flexibility.
To accommodate any number of shooting styles, the Speedlite 600EX-RT has 18
custom functions for the ultimate in flexibility. Options include Flash exposure
bracketing controls, modeling flash, test firing controls, AF assist control,
power and energy saving features, beep and much, much more. Personal functions,
like LCD panel illumination color and Master/Slave configurations are also
easily set on the Speedlite 600EX-RT.
Full swivel, 180° in either
direction.
The Speedlite 600EX-RT's flash head is designed for easy bounce flash, in any
direction. The head can be angled 90° up, 7° down and can rotate 180° left and
right. A bounce lock with release button helps things stay in place.
Additionally, when the flash head is positioned front and up 90°, the Speedlite
600EX-RT features a catch light panel to create catch light in the eyes of the
subject for a more expressive look.
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