{"product_id":"canon-speedlite-el-5","title":"Canon Speedlite EL-5","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanon Speedlite EL-5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Performance Lithium-Ion Power for the Modern EOS R System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor wedding, event, and portrait photographers, missing a critical moment because you were waiting for your flash to recycle is a frustrating reality of using traditional AA batteries. The \u003cstrong\u003eCanon Speedlite EL-5\u003c\/strong\u003e completely changes the game. By pulling the incredibly powerful lithium-ion battery architecture directly from the flagship Speedlite EL-1 and pairing it with Canon’s next-generation Multi-Function Shoe, the EL-5 delivers blistering speed, massive capacity, and seamless camera integration at a highly accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for the latest generation of EOS R mirrorless cameras, the EL-5 bypasses traditional analog contacts to send data and power digitally. Whether you are bouncing light in a dark reception hall, battling the midday sun with High-Speed Sync, or controlling a complex multi-light studio setup, this weather-sealed powerhouse ensures you have the reliable, consistent light you need to elevate your production value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Flash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlistering Recycle Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional AA batteries simply cannot deliver the instantaneous current required for rapid flash photography. Utilizing the high-capacity LP-EL rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the EL-5 boasts recycle times as fast as 0.1 to 1.2 seconds, allowing you to confidently shoot extended bursts without skipping a beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMassive Power \u0026amp; Micro Flash:\u003c\/strong\u003e With a Guide Number of 197 ft \/ 60m (at ISO 100 and 200mm), it easily overpowers harsh outdoor sunlight. Conversely, its \"Micro Flash\" capability allows you to drop the power all the way down to a staggering 1\/1024th power, providing just a subtle kiss of fill light when shooting with ultra-fast f\/1.2 or f\/1.4 prime lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Multi-Function Shoe:\u003c\/strong\u003e The new 15-pin digital connector offers superior, lightning-fast communication with compatible EOS R bodies. It features a dedicated \"Menu Direct\" button on the flash that instantly pulls up your flash control settings on the camera's high-resolution touchscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual White LED Modeling Lamps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two built-in white LEDs act as a powerful modeling light. With five adjustable brightness levels, it helps your camera's autofocus system lock onto subjects in pitch-black rooms, and allows you to preview exactly how your shadows will fall before you ever take a shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Radio Transmission (RT):\u003c\/strong\u003e The EL-5 is a phenomenal team player. Utilizing Canon’s 2.4 GHz RT wireless system, it can act as a sender (master) to wirelessly control up to 15 compatible receiver flashes across 5 independent groups from nearly 100 feet away, even through softboxes or around corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Weather Sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for the demands of working professionals, the flash features the same level of dust and moisture resistance as the high-end EOS R5 camera body, allowing you to shoot outdoor portraits confidently in unpredictable weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlash Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-Performance On-Camera Speedlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanon 21-Pin Multi-Function Shoe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e196.9 ft \/ 60 m (at ISO 100, 200mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZoom Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24-200mm (14mm with pull-down wide panel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanon E-TTL \/ E-TTL II, Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/1 to 1\/1024 (1\/3 stop increments)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecycle Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 0.1 to 1.2 Seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.4 GHz Radio Transmission (Sender\/Receiver)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing \/ Modeling Aids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual White LED Modeling Lamps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1x Canon LP-EL Lithium-Ion Battery (Included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes (Dust and Moisture Resistant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17.3 oz \/ 491 g (Without battery)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThings to Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe absolute most critical factor before purchasing the Speedlite EL-5 is its \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive camera compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because it draws power and data entirely through the new digital shoe, it \u003cem\u003erequires\u003c\/em\u003e a modern Canon camera equipped with the 21-pin Multi-Function Shoe (such as the EOS R1, R3, R5 Mark II, R6 Mark II, R8, R7, or R50). \u003cstrong\u003eIt will not fit or fire on older cameras with standard 5-pin hot shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e (like the original EOS R5, R6, R, RP, or any DSLR), and \u003cem\u003ethere is no adapter\u003c\/em\u003e that can make a Multi-Function flash work on a legacy camera body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondly, while a genuine Canon LP-EL lithium-ion battery is included in the box, \u003cstrong\u003eCanon does not include the LC-E6 battery charger\u003c\/strong\u003e. The LP-EL battery charges using the exact same standard LC-E6 wall charger that powers most mid-to-high-end Canon cameras (like the EOS R5 or R6). If you do not already own an LC-E6 charger from a previous camera purchase, you will absolutely need to buy one separately to charge this flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, please remember that this flash operates using Canon's 2.4 GHz \u003cstrong\u003eRadio Transmission (RT) system only\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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