Sigma EF-500 DG Super i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 165'/50 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL Operation
The EF-500 Super DG is Sigma's flagship TTL flash , and has now been updated to also be fully compatible with Digital SLR cameras that use a pre-flash, and supports full Nikon i-TTL flash operation (where supported by camera). You will find features designed for the professional, at a much more attractive price than the comparably equipped manufacturer's flashes.
The perfect all-around flash for any Digital or 35mm autofocus SLR shooter.
- Bounce & swivel head
- Flash can be tilted 90° upwards and 7° downward for close-ups. Also can be swiveled 180° to the left and 90° to the right
- AF Assist
- Autofocus auxiliary lamp helps the camera to focus in low-light situations
- Red-eye reduction function
- LCD Display
- Features an Illuminated LCD panel
- Strobe Effect
- The "multi pulse" features enable reduced power setting from 1/4 to 1/64 and the pulse frequency of the flash can be set from 1Hz to 100Hz
- High-speed sync
- High-speed sync & wireless TTL features are supported when used with applicable cameras
- Modeling Light
- Incorporates "modeling flash" mode to provide proper light distribution to check the shadow of the subject
- Auto Power Off
- Battery-saving mode shuts down power after 80 seconds
| Type | Shoe Mount |
| Guide No. | 132' (40.2 m) at 50mm |
| Angle of Coverage |
75° to 23° (28-105mm lenses in 35mm format) 103° (17mm with Wide Panel supplied) |
| Variable Power | 1/1, 1/2, 1/4th, 1/8th, 1/16th, 1/32nd & 1/64th |
| TTL Dedication | Yes (i-TTL) |
| Bounce Head | Yes |
| Swivel Head | Yes |
| Zoom Head | 28-105mm (flash senses focal length & adjusts) |
| Off Camera Terminal | No |
| Recycle Time |
6 seconds (based on fresh alkaline batteries & full power) 4 seconds (based on fresh Ni-MH batteries & full power) |
| Power Source | Four 1.5-Volt "AA" batteries (alkaline, lithium, NiCad & NiMH) |
| Dimensions | 3.0 x 5.5 x 4.6" (76 x 140 x 117mm) WxHxD |
| Weight | 11.8 oz (335 g) |
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Sigma EF-500 DG Super i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 165'/50 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL Operation:
I've had this flash for about two years and mine works well on a D70 and a D300. I have read many people complain it doesn't do cls/awl. Well it does work with the cls/awl system but is hard to get it set up. Just carefully follow the directions in the manual (being sure it's on the camera and the cameras f-stop is being displayed: if not 1/2 press the shutter button the: the proper menu items won't even show up otherwise ). Once set up; as long as you don't need to replace the batteries; it keeps the setting last used even when it is turned off and back on. I have had mine long enough that I can set it into cls remote mode fairly quickly. For the price, if you can handle the poor menu system buy two.
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Batteries & Power
Required item:
- Price: $7.49
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- Original: $8.95
- Save: $0.89
- Price: $8.06
Flash Diffusers
- Price: $6.95
Brackets
- Price: $34.98
Sync Cords & Flash Remotes
- Price: $49.95
Flash Pouch
- Price: $24.99
Flash Accessories
- Price: $49.95
Lighting Kits
- Price: $89.06
The IMBSM Shoe mount does not accommodate the Nikon SB-900.
Books & Tutorials
- Price: $24.95
This is a special order item and is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Est. arrival at B&H is 2-4 weeks (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at time of shipment.
What's in the Box
- Soft Case
- Hot Shoe Table Stand
- 1-Year Warranty
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