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Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon
- Price: $139.00
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # VIDF483C
- Mfr# DF483CAN
Product Highlights
- Auto Focus/TTL Metering
- Wireless TTL Function
- High Speed Sync
- Six Levels of Power
- Seven Zoom Positions
- 2" LCD Panel
- Automatic Shutter Speed Setting
- Flash Readiness Indication in Viewfinder
- Guide Number 164' at 105mm Zoom Position
- For Use With Canon Cameras
Remember the Essentials
Batteries are required but not included with this item. Please be sure to purchase batteries for this item.
Vivitar's DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon gives you a sophisticated lighting instrument (with a guide number of 164', at ISO 100, with the head at the 105mm position) dedicated for use with Canon cameras. Its wireless TTL function, 6 power levels, 7 zoom positions, 5 bounce light positions and swivel (left 180°/right 120°) make this one of the most useful portable shoe-mount flashes out there. It also has auto focus/TTL metering, a red AF assist beam, flash readiness indicator in the camera's viewfinder, high-speed sync, automatic shutter speed setting, a built-in slave function, and a built-in reflecting plate and diffuser, plus a large 2" LCD control panel. A power saving mode and red-eye reduction round out the features on this versatile flash. It's powered by 4x AA batteries (not included).
- Red focus beam to assist in low light conditions
- Auto focus/TTL metering
- Wireless TTL function
- Six levels of power ratio 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
- Seven zoom positions 24/28/35/50/70/85/105mm
- Bounce position 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
- Swivel position: Left 180°/Right 120°
- High-speed synchronization
- Compact and lightweight
- 2" LCD panel
- Red-eye reduction
- Power saving
- Automatic shutter speed setting
- Flash readiness indication in viewfinder
- Built-in slave function S0-S9
- Built-in reflecting plate and diffuser
- Guide number 164' / 50m at 105mm zoom position
| Mount | Shoe |
| Guide No. | 164.04' (50 m) ISO100 at 105 mm position |
| Vari-Power | 1/1 - 1/32 |
| TTL Dedication | Yes |
| Bounce Head | Yes, +0° to +90° |
| Swivel Head | Yes, 300° |
| Coverage | 24 mm - 105 mm (Full frame) |
| Zoom Head | Full frame: 24 mm - 105 mm |
| Recycle Time | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Power Source | 4x AA Alkaline Batteries |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 8.75 x 4.75 x 3.75" / 22.23 x 12.07 x 9.53 cm |
| Weight | 1.29 lb / 585 g |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good power output (5)
- Easy to use (3)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (7)
- Indoors (4)
- Fill flash (3)
- Low light (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (4), Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Love the high speed sync capabilities!
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it ...Read complete review
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it locks onto the hotshoe with a button instead of a screw type lock, much quicker.
The only thing I've noticed is that sometimes when it's on my camera, it will make it autofocus without me touching anything. I'm not sure if it's some sort of loose connection, but I do know it's this flash that does it - it only happens when the flash is mounted to the camera & turned on.
Also, the built-in diffuser/bounce card on this flash have a lot to be desired. It's almost impossible to get out of the flash body without a "tool" of some sort. It also doesn't lay flat against the flash. I also have a Nissin flash & the built-in diffuser/bounce card are much better on it.
So far I'm very pleased with this flash.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Decent Flash, but inconsistent
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging ...Read complete review
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging this for a Canon 430 EX II, thanks to B&H excellent customer service.
I bumped the rating to 3 stars due to the tripod mount and remote wireless flash capablity.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Flash is perfect for my needs, I bought it for a family event that everyone wanted me to take pix for. Has plenty of power/range, tilts so you can bounce the light, the built-in diffuser is a little flimsy in that it doesn't stay really flat against the unit, but seemed to work ok. The bounce card worked just fine too, noticed sparkles in everyone's eyes, so that is a plus. Also like the fact it is not too cumbersome when mounted onto the camera, it is a perfect size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Deb
One of the party images I took with the flash
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- Portraits
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I'm a novice and had never used a wireless flash before and this flash was very easy to use. It has multiple settings which also makes it easy to get just the right amount of light on your subject. So glad I made this purchase for my first flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Im a freelance photographer and got this unit for a slave strobe. It works well as a manual strobe as well as its ttl shooting.
The only downside to me is its interface...it is a litte complex to choose your desired settings but once u do it works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
- E-ttl Issues
Best Uses
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging this for a Canon 430 EX II, thanks to B&H excellent customer service.
I bumped the rating to 3 stars due to the tripod mount and remote wireless flash capablity.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I have a canon xsi and I can get the falsh to work in the high speed manual mode. Vivitar told me it is supposed to interact and work with the xsi but that is not what I have experienced. That said I have gotten to play around with it in manual and have gotten some good results. It is a good product but wish I would be able to have on board camera control
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
been using it in a cocktail party..bouncing was perfect.my pictures turned out not too bright just perfect
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Excellent Flash, My first time purchase for this kind of item, Entry level DSLR owner, next best thing to the Canon brand. Lots of features and works well so far, no complaints
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Power Range
Cons
- Flimsy
- Poor build quality
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I purchased this flash for the ability to go down to 1/32 power and the versatility of the flash head. I had purchased the 383 prior to this flash but found I needed the ability to reduce the power even more. For the price, I find this flash is a good buy, but there are a couple issues. The control for the power is rather cumbersome. Once you cycle through your powers, instead of recycle to 1:1, it moves through the channels for the wireless control. Which would mean 12 to 15 more taps of the button to get back to the power control. I found that if you switch between the slave function, it will go back to 1:1, but also it will reset your zoom value. The other bad point is when I received the flash, the bounce card and the diffuser was already broken and fell out of the flash head. As I rarely use these, I kept the flash as is.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- High Speed Sync
Cons
- DiffuserBounce Card
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it locks onto the hotshoe with a button instead of a screw type lock, much quicker.
The only thing I've noticed is that sometimes when it's on my camera, it will make it autofocus without me touching anything. I'm not sure if it's some sort of loose connection, but I do know it's this flash that does it - it only happens when the flash is mounted to the camera & turned on.
Also, the built-in diffuser/bounce card on this flash have a lot to be desired. It's almost impossible to get out of the flash body without a "tool" of some sort. It also doesn't lay flat against the flash. I also have a Nissin flash & the built-in diffuser/bounce card are much better on it.
So far I'm very pleased with this flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
- Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I use this flash on a regular basis; shooting photos of my family daily. It is mounts well, is easy to use and provides plenty of interior flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-10
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good power output (5)
- Easy to use (3)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (7)
- Indoors (4)
- Fill flash (3)
- Low light (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (4), Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Love the high speed sync capabilities!
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it ...Read complete review
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it locks onto the hotshoe with a button instead of a screw type lock, much quicker.
The only thing I've noticed is that sometimes when it's on my camera, it will make it autofocus without me touching anything. I'm not sure if it's some sort of loose connection, but I do know it's this flash that does it - it only happens when the flash is mounted to the camera & turned on.
Also, the built-in diffuser/bounce card on this flash have a lot to be desired. It's almost impossible to get out of the flash body without a "tool" of some sort. It also doesn't lay flat against the flash. I also have a Nissin flash & the built-in diffuser/bounce card are much better on it.
So far I'm very pleased with this flash.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Decent Flash, but inconsistent
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging ...Read complete review
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging this for a Canon 430 EX II, thanks to B&H excellent customer service.
I bumped the rating to 3 stars due to the tripod mount and remote wireless flash capablity.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Flash is perfect for my needs, I bought it for a family event that everyone wanted me to take pix for. Has plenty of power/range, tilts so you can bounce the light, the built-in diffuser is a little flimsy in that it doesn't stay really flat against the unit, but seemed to work ok. The bounce card worked just fine too, noticed sparkles in everyone's eyes, so that is a plus. Also like the fact it is not too cumbersome when mounted onto the camera, it is a perfect size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Deb
One of the party images I took with the flash
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- Portraits
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I'm a novice and had never used a wireless flash before and this flash was very easy to use. It has multiple settings which also makes it easy to get just the right amount of light on your subject. So glad I made this purchase for my first flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Im a freelance photographer and got this unit for a slave strobe. It works well as a manual strobe as well as its ttl shooting.
The only downside to me is its interface...it is a litte complex to choose your desired settings but once u do it works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
- E-ttl Issues
Best Uses
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
This flash misfired too often and the E-TTL did not work properly with my T3i. E-TTL would not set past 1/60 sec and I ended up with many overexposed photos. I am exchanging this for a Canon 430 EX II, thanks to B&H excellent customer service.
I bumped the rating to 3 stars due to the tripod mount and remote wireless flash capablity.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I have a canon xsi and I can get the falsh to work in the high speed manual mode. Vivitar told me it is supposed to interact and work with the xsi but that is not what I have experienced. That said I have gotten to play around with it in manual and have gotten some good results. It is a good product but wish I would be able to have on board camera control
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
been using it in a cocktail party..bouncing was perfect.my pictures turned out not too bright just perfect
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
Excellent Flash, My first time purchase for this kind of item, Entry level DSLR owner, next best thing to the Canon brand. Lots of features and works well so far, no complaints
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Power Range
Cons
- Flimsy
- Poor build quality
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I purchased this flash for the ability to go down to 1/32 power and the versatility of the flash head. I had purchased the 383 prior to this flash but found I needed the ability to reduce the power even more. For the price, I find this flash is a good buy, but there are a couple issues. The control for the power is rather cumbersome. Once you cycle through your powers, instead of recycle to 1:1, it moves through the channels for the wireless control. Which would mean 12 to 15 more taps of the button to get back to the power control. I found that if you switch between the slave function, it will go back to 1:1, but also it will reset your zoom value. The other bad point is when I received the flash, the bounce card and the diffuser was already broken and fell out of the flash head. As I rarely use these, I kept the flash as is.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- High Speed Sync
Cons
- DiffuserBounce Card
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I'm using this on my T2i. I haven't had a ton of time to play around with it, but so far, I'm loving the HSS capabilities!
I like the way it locks onto the hotshoe with a button instead of a screw type lock, much quicker.
The only thing I've noticed is that sometimes when it's on my camera, it will make it autofocus without me touching anything. I'm not sure if it's some sort of loose connection, but I do know it's this flash that does it - it only happens when the flash is mounted to the camera & turned on.
Also, the built-in diffuser/bounce card on this flash have a lot to be desired. It's almost impossible to get out of the flash body without a "tool" of some sort. It also doesn't lay flat against the flash. I also have a Nissin flash & the built-in diffuser/bounce card are much better on it.
So far I'm very pleased with this flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
- Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Vivitar DF-483-CAN Wireless TTL LCD Flash for Canon:
I use this flash on a regular basis; shooting photos of my family daily. It is mounts well, is easy to use and provides plenty of interior flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-10
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- Price: $14.95
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- Price: $7.95
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- Price: $14.99
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