Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

This is an easy to use product, as for me as an advanced beginner it´s perfect!!
I use it for macro photography and it helps me to speed up the shutter witch has been an issue for me to get sharp pictures.
You get what you pay for. Sheap but no complicated buttons, just connect and shoot. That´s the best about it.
You could buy a much more expensive flash but thats overkill, this one does the job you want.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

A decent TTL ring flash for the price compared to a Canon. Metal step-up rings are nice. TTL works well but there is no manual power control. Assigned the SET button on my 500D to control flash output with good results. The hot shoe connection isn't very good, retaining ring threads not stout enough to prevent rocking loose after several minutes. The first unit quit working after 6 months. Sent to Dot Line and got a brand-new one, which worked just over a year, perhaps 1500 shots.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

used for Macro flowers/bugs
works as described however it has a cheap build to the point where it doesn't even attached to the hot shoe.
limited features. However does the job

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I shoot macro for a manufacturing company and bought this light for those really little jobs - I was unable to use it because it wouldn't power on with lithium or alkaline batteries. I exchanged it with B&H for another but it didn't work either.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

Best for Macro/Portraits/Fill Flash
Best value for the money history on this product has it as a reliable item.
For the money I paid I have nothing negative to say about it.If I had paid name brand prices I would.This is a must buy for the consumer economically driven.If you ever had an interest in Macro photography this is the item to start with.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I bought this flash for my Canon T1i and Canon 100 mm macro lens. It works reliably and as expected. I saved hundreds by not buying the expensive, programmable version. Thread mount is a bit awkward but with this unit you can take macros at f/16 1/200 sec ISO 100 or 200. Flash adjustments can be made from the Canon menu. Very good for hand-held especially when you want a black background.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I'm using this flash with Canon T1i and Canon Macro 100 f/2.8 lens. With 1/200 sec and f/22 I can get uniformly lit and sharp images, hand-held. With careful positioning, even took photos through glass without reflection! Easy to use and can control with menu on camera. Save yourself $350 and buy this or maybe the Vivitar. Better than studio lights if you want to eliminate background from macrophoto; background is all black. I photographed small minerals mounted in plastic boxes; can't even see the box; the mineral is clear and bright.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I'm not a full time macro photographer, so I don't need the best. This flash does well and is easy to use. I would love a few more options on the flash as far as settings, but with the in camera flash exposure settings I can do just about everything I would want.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I use on a Canon 100mm f/2.8 macro lens and have some wonderful macro pics - a whole new world of photography for a retired enthusiast. Truly fun in the western Oregon outdoors.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I use this to photograph flowers, plants and insects. Right out of the box I was able to attach the ring-flash to my macro lens and start shooting. Exposure is E-TTL II and you can adjust the flash output from the camera's menu. Exposures were good and the lighting was even. I have used it for portraits and it produces a pleasant effect.

My only complaint is you need to be careful attaching the ring-flash to a lens. The plastic, while sturdy, could be cross threaded easily. The GN is adequate for my purposes but it is a little slow on recycling. I haven't been able to get a clear answer on whether it is safe to use lithium batteries with this unit.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

Used primary for bugs & flowere, it does have sugnificant value with machinery and equipment for those hard to explain issues regarding measurements, cracks or broken parts. It is great for details and explinations regarding small items for professional reference. So far not even one complaint, as I understand the angles for the flash attachment and what they are dedicated for. It will be more important to understand over exposure to light or when and how to tone it down. A quick reference with a few illustrations will make this a powerful tool as well as a fun toy. Thanks! Great product at a fair price. Ken

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

Was unsure about how well this ring light would work since the price is so much lower than the cheapest Canon, no doubt because there's just an on-off switch. Took over 200 shots with it this week and found it to work flawlessly with true TTL on my 500-D. Camera allows +/-2 stops flash exposure compensation, I assigned this to the 'SET' button via custom function.

I also like the lightweight straight cord as it can be kept out of the way by rotating the flash head. Coiled cord on an old Pentax flash would dangle in front of the head when shooting at a downward angle, or get pinched between the head and lens focusing ring causing the lens to jam.

Metal filter threads & step-up rings on this brand, not plastic. A great buy.

Comments about Dot Line DL-DRF14/C Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon E-TTL II:

I could not afford the Canon ring flash for my Rebel Xti so I went with this one. I have had no problems. It works great with the Rebel and the Macro lens I have. I use it for nature photos, basically bugs and flowers.