Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL
The Sigma 530ST DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash is Sigma's economical full-TTL flash, and has been updated with improved coverage range and a stronger power output. It features a powerful Guide Number of 174'/53 m at 105mm, and covers a focal range from 24mm to 105mm. This flash provides full TTL operation with digital SLR cameras, including full i-TTL operation with applicable cameras
. Just as with many of Sigma's products, you will find features on the 530-ST that normally would only be associated with much more expensive flashes. The perfect economical 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
- Auto Power Off
- Battery-saving mode shuts down power after 90 seconds
| Type | Shoe Mount |
| Guide No. |
92' (28 m) at 24mm 132' (40 m) at 50mm 174' (53 m) at 105mm |
| Angle of Coverage |
84° to 23° (24-105mm lenses in 35mm format) 103° (17mm with Wide Panel supplied) |
| Variable Power | 1/1, 1/16th |
| TTL Dedication | Yes (i-TTL) |
| Bounce Head | Yes; 90° up, 7° down |
| Swivel Head | Yes; 90° to right, 180° to left |
| Zoom Head | 24-105mm auto-zoom (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 | 10.8 oz (305 g) |
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent output (9)
- Easy to use (8)
- Fast recycling (6)
- Lightweight (6)
- Durable (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (8)
- Fill flash (5)
- Night photography (3)
- Photojournalism (3)
- Portraits (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
I was looking for an a reasonably priced flash unit that would extend my flash distance of my Nikon D3000 for taking group photos. The Sigma has everything that I asked for.
Reasonable price, easy to use, good power, light weight, and not complicated.
Not a lot of power options, but I can compensate for that in other ways.
Given the choice to buy this unit or another system, I would still buy the Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- No real instructions
- Slow Recycling
Best Uses
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Photojournalism
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
Using the flash for outdoor nightime high school football.
Has good output for this use, similar to my Nikon SB800.
Easy to use controls. TTI controls works as expected with both my Nikon D70 and my Nikon D200.
Few instuctions were included with the flash. Overall a great buy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Photojournalism
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
Ez to use, get apx 300 shots out of a set of batteries, has drop down diffuser that I didn't see in the description.. Bounce and roated every where, really like how far it roates! Haven't really measured for sure but it hits full coverage in night rodeo action at 40 ft..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
Mainly used for general photography. Eg. Portraits and some scenery shots.
Very easy to use, lightweight and a pretty fast recycle time.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
This is the first Sigma non-lense product I've tried and so far it seems like a great value versus the similar Nikon strobe.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
Used for better more creative lighting effects on camera. More range and power than the pop up provided on the D40.
Simple to use but that could be a drawback for more serious flash photography users. For me it tilts and swivels. It uses i-TTL and has a manual High and a manual Low setting.
If i were to require anything more from the flash, i would by strobes and such or bunch of the SB-600's and set them off camera.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
I am a casual photographer, who had the flip flash die. Rather than the hefty repair fee, I purchased this flash instead. It syncs well with my Nikon D70, the flash though artificial, looks natural. I would recommend this flash.
Pros
- Consistent Output
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
I have tried out the new flash with my Nikon D80 and found that I can shoot flash pictures in a very fast sequence. Example shoot 10 - 12 shots one after the other and I get about 8 good flash shots out of the 10 - 12 shots. Of course with fresh batteries
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Sigma EF-530 DG ST i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 174'/53 m at 105mm) for Nikon with i-TTL:
I bought this flash unit, because my SB900 would freeze up at the little bit of overheating, right when the bride was coming down the aisle.
I started using this flash more and more, now I only use the SB900 for still formals. This is even better than the more expensive Sigma flash of the same name.
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The IMBSM Shoe mount does not accommodate the Nikon SB-900.
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- Soft Case
- Hot Shoe Table Stand
- 1-Year Warranty
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