Canon Speedlite EL-5 Flashgun

Item: 25407

MPN: 5654C004

A powerful, advanced flash with fast recycling, great creative control and outstanding performance for all situations.

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Product Description

Choose the powerful Speedlite EL-5 to catch those unique moments, with improved communication and features thanks to Canon’s Multi-Function foot.

It has a fill-in flash and a slow-sync burst and up to 15 Speedlites can be wirelessly controlled remotely with the built-in radio transmitre at up to 30m away.

It has a powerful GN60-rated flash with fast recycle times and long continuous busts, while a power level indicator gives reassurance on the LP-EL Li-ion battery charge. The Speedlite EL-5 can be controlled directly from the camera thanks to Canon's Multi-Function Foot ₁, a new interface offering reliable connection with improved communication and features.The FE Memory ₂ can be used for quicker setups and Manual mode for fine control down to 1/1024th power _2/3 The Custom Flash Modes allow settings to be stored and linked to a compatible camera’s own Custom settings ₂.

The settings can be controlled using the Speedlite's joystick or from the camera’s LCD via the Speedlite's (Flash) Direct Menu button, or remotely via the Camera Connect App. Speedlite EL-5 can tilt upwards to 120° or sideways for bounce lighting and thanks to weather resistant seals and an improved internal airflow design that helps to keep the flash head cool it can be used in all weather conditions.

₁ For use with compatible cameras with Canon's Multi-Function shoe, a firmware update may be required. Note, not all functions may be supported with all cameras (the EOS R5 C and camcorders with the Multi-Function shoe are not supported).

₂ Using a fully charged LP-EL

₃ Using AA/LR6 alkaline batteries

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Manufacturer’s Description

Power

Guide Number (ISO100) Meters - 60 (200mm)

Zoom

Zoom Head - Auto/Manual
Focal Length Coverage - 24-200mm
Coverage with Wide Panel - 14mm
Auto Zoom for Sensor Size - Yes

Mounting Foot

Foot Type - Multi-Function Foot (Gold plated terminals)

Flash Modes

Auto Exposure Control - E-TTL II / E-TTL
High Speed Sync (FP) - Yes
Manual / Output Settings - Yes - 1/1 to 1/1024
Manual Steps - 1/3-stops
Continuous Flashes in a Burst - Maximum at full power: Approx. 85
Strobe / Output Settings - Yes - 1/4 - 1/1024

Stroboscopic Frequency - 1 - 500Hz

Flash-Related Function

FE Lock - Yes
FE Memory - Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation - ±3 stops
Flash Exposure Bracketing - ±3 stops
Second-Curtain Flash Sync - Yes (including wireless)
Modelling Flash - No (supported as off-camera receiver unit only)
Modelling Lamp - Yes, 2 x White LED (user selectable duration and 5 brightness levels)
Colour Temperature Info Communication - Yes

Wireless Flash

Transmitter - Yes
Transmission Type - Radio only
Transmitter Range - 30m (approx.)
Receiver - Yes
Max. Number of Transmitters / Receivers - 15 / 15 (16 in total of any combination)
Number of Groups - 5 (A/B/C/D/E)
Number of Channels - Auto, 1-15
Remote Shutter Release - Yes

Flash Head Movement

Up - 45, 60, 75, 90, 120°
Down - 7°
Left - 60, 75, 90, 120, 150 and 180°
Right - 60, 75, 90, 120, 150 and 180°

AF Assist

AF-Assist Beam - Dual white LED lamp
Number of AF Points Supported - n/a
AF-Assist Beam Type - Approx. 0.6-10m

Power Source

Battery - Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack LP-EL
Battery Level Indicator - Yes - 5 levels / percentage
Minimum Recycling Time - Approx. 0.1-1.2 sec
Number of Flashes (Fully Charged Battery) - Approx. 350 (at full power)
External Power Supply - No

Construction

Dust and Water Resistance - Yes
Active Cooling - No - Enhanced passive cooling design

Miscellaneous

Custom Function - 11 x C.Fn / 8 x P.Fn (plus 3 x Custom Modes (C1, C2, C3))
Flash Settings from Camera Menus - Yes - On-flash Menu Direct button
External Flash Exposure Sensor - No
PC Terminal - No
Accessories (Included) - Battery Pack LP-EL, Speedlite Case, Mini Stand, Mounting foot cover
Accessories (Optional) - Battery Charger LC-E6E, Car Battery Charger CBC-E6, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 (Multi-Function foot), Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT (Ver.2) (Standard 5-pin foot), EX series Speedlites with radio receiver function

Physical Specifications

Dimensions (W x H x D) - Approx. 80.2 x 139.9 x 123.3 mm
Weight - Approx. 491g (body only)

Returns

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Delivery

Most orders incur a total order delivery charge of £7.99 including VAT for mainland UK delivery. All goods are shipped by courier services. The companies we use are DPD or DHL and parcels are delivered in 48 hours or sooner from date of despatch. Exceptions to this, including lower delivery charges, can be found in the Information section for Delivery at the bottom this page.