SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 4
... DIGITAL camera. • The 270EX cannot be used with an E-TTL II or E-TTL autoflash EOS film camera, autoflash shooting can be performed in the same manner as Type-A camera in camera's instruction manuals. 2 The Canon Speedlite 270EX is a compact flash unit for Canon EOS cameras, and works with... an EOS DIGITAL camera • The 270EX is performed on the camera side, letting you for optimum use with an EOS DIGITAL ...
... DIGITAL camera. • The 270EX cannot be used with an E-TTL II or E-TTL autoflash EOS film camera, autoflash shooting can be performed in the same manner as Type-A camera in camera's instruction manuals. 2 The Canon Speedlite 270EX is a compact flash unit for Canon EOS cameras, and works with... an EOS DIGITAL camera • The 270EX is performed on the camera side, letting you for optimum use with an EOS DIGITAL ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 5
Contents Nomenclature...4 Installing the Batteries 5 Attaching the Flash 7 Fully Automatic Flash Shooting 8 Flash Shooting in Each Camera Mode 9 Switching Flash Coverage 11 Bounce Flash Shooting 12 Other Functions ...13 Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation 14 Troubleshooting Guide 16 Specifications ...17 3
Contents Nomenclature...4 Installing the Batteries 5 Attaching the Flash 7 Fully Automatic Flash Shooting 8 Flash Shooting in Each Camera Mode 9 Switching Flash Coverage 11 Bounce Flash Shooting 12 Other Functions ...13 Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation 14 Troubleshooting Guide 16 Specifications ...17 3
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 6
Nomenclature c Flash head/AF-assist beam emitter d Locking pin e Contacts f Mounting foot g Battery compartment cover h Bounce angle index 4 i lamp j Mounting foot lock lever k Power switch : Turns on power : Turns off power
Nomenclature c Flash head/AF-assist beam emitter d Locking pin e Contacts f Mounting foot g Battery compartment cover h Bounce angle index 4 i lamp j Mounting foot lock lever k Power switch : Turns on power : Turns off power
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 7
battery contacts are correctly oriented. Recycling Time and Flash Count Recycling Time: Approx. 0.1 - 3.9 sec. Flash Count: Approx. 100 - 680 flashes Based on new size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries and Canon's testing standards. 5 Make sure the + and - Return the cover to its original position. Installing the Batteries 1 Slide the battery compartment cover and open it as shown by the arrows. 2 Install two batteries.
battery contacts are correctly oriented. Recycling Time and Flash Count Recycling Time: Approx. 0.1 - 3.9 sec. Flash Count: Approx. 100 - 680 flashes Based on new size-AA/LR6 alkaline batteries and Canon's testing standards. 5 Make sure the + and - Return the cover to its original position. Installing the Batteries 1 Slide the battery compartment cover and open it as shown by the arrows. 2 Install two batteries.
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 8
Size-AA Ni-MH or lithium batteries can also be activated and make the recycling time about 15 min. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about 8 to the irregular shape of the same brand. Using size-AA batteries other than 20 continuous flashes in a short time, the overheating prevention function may cause improper battery contact due to 20 sec. Do not fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time. If you change the batteries after firing flashes continuously, be aware that the batteries might be hot. If you fire more than the alkaline type may be used. 6 When ...
Size-AA Ni-MH or lithium batteries can also be activated and make the recycling time about 15 min. If this occurs, allow a rest time of about 8 to the irregular shape of the same brand. Using size-AA batteries other than 20 continuous flashes in a short time, the overheating prevention function may cause improper battery contact due to 20 sec. Do not fire more than 20 continuous flashes in a short time. If you change the batteries after firing flashes continuously, be aware that the batteries might be hot. If you fire more than the alkaline type may be used. 6 When ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 9
Slip the Speedlite's mounting foot firmly all the way into the camera's hot shoe. 2 Secure the Speedlite. To remove the Speedlite, slide the lock lever to the right. Slide the lock lever to the left and attach the Speedlite to the camera. Attaching the Flash Be sure to turn off the Speedlite before attaching or detaching it. 1 Slide the lock lever to the left and detach it from the camera. 7
Slip the Speedlite's mounting foot firmly all the way into the camera's hot shoe. 2 Secure the Speedlite. To remove the Speedlite, slide the lock lever to the right. Slide the lock lever to the left and attach the Speedlite to the camera. Attaching the Flash Be sure to turn off the Speedlite before attaching or detaching it. 1 Slide the lock lever to the left and detach it from the camera. 7
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 10
You can also shoot when the lamp is dark, move closer to the subject or increase the ISO speed and try shooting again. When the resulting picture is blinking (Quick Flash), but the flash output level will be 1/2 to 1/3 the normal flash. 3 Take the picture. See p.19 for guidelines about the flash shooting range. B The flash recycling starts. 2 Check that the lamp is set the camera's shooting mode to (Full Auto), (Creative Auto) or (Program AE), you can shoot in fully automatic flash mode. 1 Set the power switch to . You cannot use Quick Flash during continuous shooting. (To ...
You can also shoot when the lamp is dark, move closer to the subject or increase the ISO speed and try shooting again. When the resulting picture is blinking (Quick Flash), but the flash output level will be 1/2 to 1/3 the normal flash. 3 Take the picture. See p.19 for guidelines about the flash shooting range. B The flash recycling starts. 2 Check that the lamp is set the camera's shooting mode to (Full Auto), (Creative Auto) or (Program AE), you can shoot in fully automatic flash mode. 1 Set the power switch to . You cannot use Quick Flash during continuous shooting. (To ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 11
Adjust the shutter speed until the shutter speed display stops blinking. 9 Adjust the aperture until the aperture display stops blinking. Standard exposure of the main subject is obtained with the flash, while a standard exposure of both the main subject and background. W: Aperture Priority AE In this mode, the camera will automatically adjust the flash output level to achieve standard exposure for the automatically set aperture. If the background is dark, like a night scene, a slow sync speed will be used for low-light scenes, using a tripod is recommended. • If the shutter ...
Adjust the shutter speed until the shutter speed display stops blinking. 9 Adjust the aperture until the aperture display stops blinking. Standard exposure of the main subject is obtained with the flash, while a standard exposure of both the main subject and background. W: Aperture Priority AE In this mode, the camera will automatically adjust the flash output level to achieve standard exposure for the automatically set aperture. If the background is dark, like a night scene, a slow sync speed will be used for low-light scenes, using a tripod is recommended. • If the shutter ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 12
is obtained with the shutter speed and aperture combination you set. As the camera will automatically adjust the flash output level according to set , the exposure of the background is the camera's maximum flash sync speed. Flash Sync Speeds and Apertures Used Shutter Speed Setting V Set automatically (1/X sec. - 1/60 sec.) X Set manually (1/X sec. - 30 sec.) W Set automatically (1/X sec. - 30 sec.) q Set manually (1/X sec. - 30 sec., Bulb) 1/X sec. q: Manual Exposure Select this mode if you want to the aperture you set both the shutter speed and aperture manually. The ...
is obtained with the shutter speed and aperture combination you set. As the camera will automatically adjust the flash output level according to set , the exposure of the background is the camera's maximum flash sync speed. Flash Sync Speeds and Apertures Used Shutter Speed Setting V Set automatically (1/X sec. - 1/60 sec.) X Set manually (1/X sec. - 30 sec.) W Set automatically (1/X sec. - 30 sec.) q Set manually (1/X sec. - 30 sec., Bulb) 1/X sec. q: Manual Exposure Select this mode if you want to the aperture you set both the shutter speed and aperture manually. The ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 13
The maximum flash coverage matches an EF 28mm wide angle lens (EF-S 18mm). is 22/72 (ISO 100 in meters/feet). The flash coverage matches an EF 50mm (EF-S 32mm) or lenses with a lens wider than EF 50mm (EF-S 32mm), the periphery of the picture becomes extremely dark. is 27/89 (ISO 100 in meters/feet). When shooting with longer focal length. Switching Flash Coverage Flash head (normal position) The Guide No. Flash head (pulled forward) The Guide No. See p.19 for guidelines about the flash shooting range. 11
The maximum flash coverage matches an EF 28mm wide angle lens (EF-S 18mm). is 22/72 (ISO 100 in meters/feet). The flash coverage matches an EF 50mm (EF-S 32mm) or lenses with a lens wider than EF 50mm (EF-S 32mm), the periphery of the picture becomes extremely dark. is 27/89 (ISO 100 in meters/feet). When shooting with longer focal length. Switching Flash Coverage Flash head (normal position) The Guide No. Flash head (pulled forward) The Guide No. See p.19 for guidelines about the flash shooting range. 11
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 14
After shooting with bounce flash, be a plain, white or nearly white color for bounce flash by taking test shots and checking the resulting pictures on the camera LCD monitor. 12 The resulting picture may produce a color cast in the resulting picture. The wall or ceiling should be sure to return the flash head to determine the flash head angle. When the resulting picture is too far away. Bounce Flash Shooting By pointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling, the flash will bounce off the surface before illuminating the subject. Pull the flash head forward and then tilt ...
After shooting with bounce flash, be a plain, white or nearly white color for bounce flash by taking test shots and checking the resulting pictures on the camera LCD monitor. 12 The resulting picture may produce a color cast in the resulting picture. The wall or ceiling should be sure to return the flash head to determine the flash head angle. When the resulting picture is too far away. Bounce Flash Shooting By pointing the flash head toward a wall or ceiling, the flash will bounce off the surface before illuminating the subject. Pull the flash head forward and then tilt ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 15
... flash shooting. Do not fire the modeling flash more than 10 consecutive times. Press the camera's shutter button to see the shadow effects on the Speedlite again. * You can cancel the auto power off automatically after 90 sec. If you fire the modeling flash 10 consecutive times, allow the... Speedlite to avoid overheating and deteriorating the flash head. 13 Other Functions Auto Power Off To save battery power, power will fire the flash continuously for 1 ...
... flash shooting. Do not fire the modeling flash more than 10 consecutive times. Press the camera's shutter button to see the shadow effects on the Speedlite again. * You can cancel the auto power off automatically after 90 sec. If you fire the modeling flash 10 consecutive times, allow the... Speedlite to avoid overheating and deteriorating the flash head. 13 Other Functions Auto Power Off To save battery power, power will fire the flash continuously for 1 ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 16
See the camera's instruction manual for the setting method and functions. [Flash firing] (Enable*/Disable) Set to use [E-TTL II]. [Manual flash] can make the following settings by camera menu operations. setting] • Flash mode (E-TTL II*/Manual flash) Normally, use only the AF-assist beam. [External flash func. Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation When the 270EX is attached to an EOS DIGITAL camera with an external flash control function, you wish to [Disable] when you can also be set when not using autoflash. 14
See the camera's instruction manual for the setting method and functions. [Flash firing] (Enable*/Disable) Set to use [E-TTL II]. [Manual flash] can make the following settings by camera menu operations. setting] • Flash mode (E-TTL II*/Manual flash) Normally, use only the AF-assist beam. [External flash func. Setting the Flash Functions by Camera Operation When the 270EX is attached to an EOS DIGITAL camera with an external flash control function, you wish to [Disable] when you can also be set when not using autoflash. 14
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 17
This is effective when you want to fill-flash shooting. - Average: Metering is fully open. - 2nd curtain: The flash fires right before the shutter closes. - Evaluative: Fully automatic flash shooting can adjust the flash output level in which the flash fires at all shutter speeds. • Shutter sync. (1st curtain*/2nd curtain/High-speed) - 1st curtain: This is the normal flash shooting mode in the same way as normal exposure compensation. • E-TTL II (Evaluative*/Average) - comp You can be performed, from dark scenes to use aperture priority for the entire ...
This is effective when you want to fill-flash shooting. - Average: Metering is fully open. - 2nd curtain: The flash fires right before the shutter closes. - Evaluative: Fully automatic flash shooting can adjust the flash output level in which the flash fires at all shutter speeds. • Shutter sync. (1st curtain*/2nd curtain/High-speed) - 1st curtain: This is the normal flash shooting mode in the same way as normal exposure compensation. • E-TTL II (Evaluative*/Average) - comp You can be performed, from dark scenes to use aperture priority for the entire ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 18
The bottom of the Speedlite and the camera. Use a tripod or set the shooting mode to the subject. away from the subject. • If a lens hood is automatically set to ... picture looks dark. • You were too close to . 16 Keep at least 0.7 m/2.3 ft. Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs, refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. The Speedlite does not fire. • Make sure the batteries are installed in the correct orientation. (p.5) • If the lamp does not light after 30 seconds, replace...
The bottom of the Speedlite and the camera. Use a tripod or set the shooting mode to the subject. away from the subject. • If a lens hood is automatically set to ... picture looks dark. • You were too close to . 16 Keep at least 0.7 m/2.3 ft. Troubleshooting Guide If a problem occurs, refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. The Speedlite does not fire. • Make sure the batteries are installed in the correct orientation. (p.5) • If the lamp does not light after 30 seconds, replace...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 19
Specifications Type Type On-camera autoflash Speedlite Compatible cameras E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash EOS camera Guide No 27/89 (with the flash head pulled forward, ISO 100 in meters/feet) Flash coverage ...
Specifications Type Type On-camera autoflash Speedlite Compatible cameras E-TTL II/E-TTL autoflash EOS camera Guide No 27/89 (with the flash head pulled forward, ISO 100 in meters/feet) Flash coverage ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 20
Product specifications and external appearance are based on Canon's testing standards. of idle operation Dimensions (W x H x D 64 x 65 x 76.5 mm / 2.5 x 2.6 x 3.0 in. Weight Approx. 145 g / 5.1 oz. (excluding batteries) All specifications above are subject to ...
Product specifications and external appearance are based on Canon's testing standards. of idle operation Dimensions (W x H x D 64 x 65 x 76.5 mm / 2.5 x 2.6 x 3.0 in. Weight Approx. 145 g / 5.1 oz. (excluding batteries) All specifications above are subject to ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 21
Flash Shooting Range Guidelines (EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 IS) [Approx. m / ft.] Flash head normal position ISO 18mm 55mm 100 1-6.5 / 3.3-21.3 1-4 / 3.3-13.1 Flash head pulled forward 18mm 55mm - 1-5 / 3.3-16.4 200 1-9 / 3.3-29.5 400 1-13 / 3.3-42.7 1-5.5 / 3.3-18 1-8 / 3.3-26.2 - 1-7 / 3.3-23 - 1-9.5 / 3.3-31.2 800 1-18 / 3.3-59.1 1-11 / 3.3-36.1 - 1-14 / 3.3-45.9 1600 1.5-25 / 4.9-82 1-16 / 3.3-52.5 - 1-19 / 3.3-62.3 3200 1.5-35 / 4.9-114.8 1-22 / 3.3-72.2 - 1-27 / 3.3-88.6 6400 2-50 / 6.6-164 1-31 / 3.3-101.7 - 1.5-39 / 4.9-128 As the periphery of the ...
Flash Shooting Range Guidelines (EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 IS) [Approx. m / ft.] Flash head normal position ISO 18mm 55mm 100 1-6.5 / 3.3-21.3 1-4 / 3.3-13.1 Flash head pulled forward 18mm 55mm - 1-5 / 3.3-16.4 200 1-9 / 3.3-29.5 400 1-13 / 3.3-42.7 1-5.5 / 3.3-18 1-8 / 3.3-26.2 - 1-7 / 3.3-23 - 1-9.5 / 3.3-31.2 800 1-18 / 3.3-59.1 1-11 / 3.3-36.1 - 1-14 / 3.3-45.9 1600 1.5-25 / 4.9-82 1-16 / 3.3-52.5 - 1-19 / 3.3-62.3 3200 1.5-35 / 4.9-114.8 1-22 / 3.3-72.2 - 1-27 / 3.3-88.6 6400 2-50 / 6.6-164 1-31 / 3.3-101.7 - 1.5-39 / 4.9-128 As the periphery of the ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 22
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 20 Operation is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the ...
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 20 Operation is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the ...
SPEEDLITE 270EX Instruction Manual
Page 23
...-one basis when you can drop off your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) 21 European Union (and EEA) only. Batteries shall not be exposed to charging. Dry batteries shall not...
...-one basis when you can drop off your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) 21 European Union (and EEA) only. Batteries shall not be exposed to charging. Dry batteries shall not...