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22nd August 2004
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550EX users!
Just thinking, will any 550EX users sell off their flash to get the 580EX?
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22nd August 2004
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I don't think so... the 550EX is still a great flash... does what i need it to and does it well..
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22nd August 2004
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will be getting the 20d
as it will be my 1st dslr, might as well get the whole set for full compatibility... 20d+580+cpe3.... i figure the whole package will come up to near 4k?  hopefully the 17-80 is bundle, if not then budget will have to increase...  probably will hold on to my eos30 & 550 as backup, can play with multi flash too... probably will have to jetison my cpe2 and ef24-85 any news when they will be available? or can we order now? thanks |
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22nd August 2004
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would let go the 550EX when I get the 580EX.... already sold off my backup 420EX
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22nd August 2004
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i most likely will skip 20d.
So no point getting 580ex whereas the new features can only work on 20d and 1d mkII (after firmware upgrade). |
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22nd August 2004
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btw OT abit, is the backup battery included? or must buy separately too? hhmm... another thing comes to my mind.... what about the cable release? any articles mention anything abt the cable release? yet another thing to buy if its totally new again...  |
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22nd August 2004
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22nd August 2004
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I hope none of us here are getting a 20D or even 1D MkII so that you can make use of the exclusive features on 580EX ...
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22nd August 2004
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22nd August 2004
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Anyone gonna buy the 580EX? If you are and think you will make a mistake please inform me so I can swap my 550EX with you for the 580EX!
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23rd August 2004
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how much is 580EX? already available in local stores???
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23rd August 2004
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i will buy it! i like the dial better than pressing buttons! for faster flash recycling! i dun spend $200+ on the battery pack, i think the flash will not cost a 550+battery pack right?
hell i get 2 if the price is abt $600, that just me. |
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23rd August 2004
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23rd August 2004
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2 for event photography, 1 use, 1 backup 3 for indoor product photograpghy, 1 main, 1 fill, 1 for colour filters if needed or highlights. no space for the studio lights, so must make do la, just sell off my existing ex550s to fund and get more jobs. |
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23rd August 2004
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Canon's new Speedlite 580EX flash and Compact Battery Pack CP-E3 will be available in October for estimated selling prices of $479* and $220*, respectively. *in USD$, that's S$820+ & S$376+, hopefully that is the retail price but not street price Still wanna get two sets?  Last edited by Wai; 23rd August 2004 at 03:56 AM. |
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23rd August 2004
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23rd August 2004
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Envy...
Really envy some of you guys... Got newer models just upgrade... I suppose you do earn from your craft?
I thot the 550EX at close to $600 is already a shocker for a flash... Have to admit it's built like a tank though. It's the L equivalent for Canon flash!  But if the 580EX costs S$820 or anywhere near that price, then I think it's way too much. For me, an enthusiast, at least. Can get a digicam or good lens at that price already! |
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23rd August 2004
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23rd August 2004
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My guess is that it will cost about $60 to $100 more over here, compared to the 550EX.
Can't wait! |
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