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Canon MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite

BH #CAMR14EXII • MFR #9389B002
160 reviews
Canon MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite
Key Features
  • Compatible with Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
  • Twin-Tube Design & 12 Custom Functions
  • Guide Number: 45.9' at ISO 100
  • Coverage: 80° Vertical & Horizontal
The MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite Flash from Canon is designed for use with Canon macro lenses for close-up photography. With a guide number 34' at ISO 100 per side, its twin tube design allows each flash tube to fire independently, or simultaneously to provide a combined guide number of 46' at ISO 100. White LED focusing lamps and two types of modeling lights allow for accurate previewing of the light's effect.
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Canon MR-14EX Overview

The MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite Flash from Canon is designed for use with Canon macro lenses for close-up photography. With a guide number 34' at ISO 100 per side, its twin tube design allows each flash tube to fire independently, or simultaneously to provide a combined guide number of 46' at ISO 100. White LED focusing lamps and two types of modeling lights allow for accurate previewing of the light's effect.

An illuminated dot-matrix LCD screen lets you make adjustments to the flash in both bright- and low-light situations. The MR-14EX II has 12 custom functions, and supports wireless E-TTL when linked with one or more Speedlite 600EX-RT flashes. The ring flash can be powered by 4x AA batteries or an optional CP-E4 battery pack.

This unit is compatible with the Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro, EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM, EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM, and MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Photo lenses. If using the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM lens, the separate Macrolite Adapter 67 is required; if using the EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM lens, the separate Macrolite Adapter 72C is required.

UPC: 013803239911

Canon MR-14EX Specs

Flash
Guide Number45.93' / 14 m at ISO 100
Effective RangeUp to 16.4' / 5 m at f/2.8
Angle of Coverage80° Horizontal
80° Vertical
Recycle TimeApprox. 0.1 to 5.5 Seconds
Exposure ControlCanon E-TTL / E-TTL II
Power Range1/1 to 1/128
Secondary IlluminationNone
Wireless
Wireless OperationOptical Pulse (TTL/Manual)
Up to 16.4' / 5 m (Master)
Wireless Channels4
Wireless Groups3
Power
Internal Power4 x AA
General
MountShoe Mount
Lens Compatibility52mm/58mm/67mm/72mm Filter Threads (via Optional Adapter Ring)
DisplayLCD
Dimensions (W x H x D)2.7 x 4.7 x 2.8" / 69.6 x 118.8 x 71.4 mm (Controller)
5.1 x 4.4 x 1.0" / 129.6 x 112.1 x 25.3 mm (Ring)
Weight1 lb / 453.59 g (without Batteries)
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.08 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.8 x 6.7 x 6.4"

Canon MR-14EX Reviews

Works with Canon RF100 2.8 L Macro

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-20

Purchased in hopes it would work with the Canon R5 and RF 100 lens. I can confirm it does. Just be sure to get the 67mm adapter.

Good

By Xiaopeng
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-24

Nice

More than a ring light!

By Nicholas
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-11

Being rather compact, the MR-14EX II can get into tight places where more bulky strobe lights can't go. And it is as easy to use as a Speedlite 600EX II-RT.

Great addition

By Bram
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-20

I love this ring lite. Expensive but full of features and took my macro to the next level.

Great for Macro shots

By Brian D
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-17

I had been using an off camera flash and this does such a much better job. I have been very happy with it.

Absolutely Fantastic Gear For Macro

By Jelieta
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-12-11

I had been researching for a gear that can really help me in my journey to taking macro photos. I am a woman photographer who loves to plant flowers in my organic garden. I noticed that every year I welcome a lot of different types of insects in my garden. I already have a macro lens but when I use my extension tube I have a hard time of exposing my subject well and most importantly if I go for hand held. In the field were you are not the control of your subject you need to move fastly so you can capture fleeting moments. Then I continue researching for a gear and I stumble into this gear. Due to my need, I decided to purchase one from the company I trusted the B and H - I love them because they will really tell you honestly the pros and the cons of the product. I mean they have dignity. So I purchased this one. I can definitely recommend this to all photographers who would want to elevate their photographs into more amazing one. This is absolutely fantastic gear for macro photos.

Great technology. Many settings to learn to use

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-19

Right out of the box (settings on automatic) I got wonderful exposures doing macro. I would have preferred a longer coiled wire for more reach when using an extension bellows.

Awesome updated ringlight

By Bernard
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-29

Like the older Canon ringlight, this flash has become my mainstay, for both high macro work with Canon's 65mm 1-5x lens (usually as the only flash) and with their 180mm & 100mm macro lenses (usually as a fill light with another flash as the main). This model has updated controls and a wider manual range - thus faster flash speed - which is better than the older one for flying insects. The only other option I'd like to see with it is a radio link to other flashes, rather than just the optical link - sometimes in macro work the other flashes are behind the ringlight and don't see the ringlight go off.

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question

I want to shoot portraits with this. Is it large enough to use the Sigma Art 35mm 1.4 lens? Or the Sigma 50 1.4 Art lens?
Asked by: Mark T.
There is a major compatibility issue with almost ANY lens here. Though it is a great flash, Canon designed it with a major shortcoming, the filter thread for attaching to the lens is only at 67mm. You're pretty much restricted to the macro lenses. I learned this the hard way, after I bought it. It won't even work with the Canon 24-70 lens or the Canon 24-105 lens. I find this really stupid from Canon. The Sigma EM-140 DG Macro Ringlight Flash for Canon will at least go to 77mm, and will work with the Sigma lens you referenced as it has a 77mm filter thread.
Answered by: Edward K.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Has anyone used this ring light flash for wedding ...

Has anyone used this ring light flash for wedding photography? Specifically receptions?
Asked by: Jessica
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Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-10-06

question

Will this attach to a Sigma 150 Macro (newest version)?
Asked by: Charles
I don't think so.
Answered by: SUMEET C.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Is this compatible with Canon R5

Is this compatible with Canon R5
Asked by: Cameron
Yes Canon MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite is compatible with the Canon R5
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2022-12-13

What's the difference between the version I and ...

What's the difference between the version I and version II models of the MR-14EX flash?
Asked by: Eric
The Canon MR-14EX II has a redesigned user-interface to match the rest of the Canon speedlite line-up, half-stop adjustments instead of full-stop adjustments, faster recycling times, 12 custom functions (up from 7).
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-07-18

Is this light soft or do I need to add some type ...

Is this light soft or do I need to add some type of modifier?
Asked by: Philip
The simple answer is NO. This light does not provide a soft light. However, I think with some ingenuity you could soften the light, say white cloth or tissue between the source and subject. Hope this helps
Answered by: Julian T
Date published: 2022-08-15

Does the Canon R7 support ETTL on this flash?

Does the Canon R7 support ETTL on this flash?
Asked by: TOM
Yes, the Canon EOS R7 would support E-TTL with the MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite along with the help of the Canon AD-E1 Multi-Function Shoe Adapter, BH # CAOCSAADE1. https://bhpho.to/3wokTuk
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2023-02-23

question

does this have the ability to be both flash and constant light for lets say video?
Asked by: Anonymous
NoFlash only
Answered by: piotr k.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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