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Canon - Speedlite 600EX-RT External Flash
Average Customer Rating:
4.3
Rating breakdown 34 reviews
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Star
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81%of customers recommend this product.
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22 out of
27)
Customer Reviews for Canon - Speedlite 600EX-RT External Flash
Customer Rating
1
Unreliable radio connection
on November 2, 2023
Posted by: Anson
from San Francisco CA
Very unreliable radio connection in settings with Wi-Fi interference; like everywhere other than a park. There is no fix. Problem is well documented on Canon user forum.
It’s a shame as the build quality and feature set is up to canon standards. It’s just useless if you need reliable off camera flash.
It’s a shame as the build quality and feature set is up to canon standards. It’s just useless if you need reliable off camera flash.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Posted by: Valen
from Seattle, WA
Verified Purchase:Yes
All around a great flash!! Puts out really clean and even light, easy to use, and pretty light weight. I’d highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Amazing Flash
on August 26, 2014
Posted by: Anonymous
from Austin, TX
This flash is absolutely amazing. I owned a 580EX prior to purchasing this flash. It was an upgrade that was well worth it. The flash is very powerful and having the wireless capabilities built into the flash has changed the way I shoot.
I consider myself an advanced amateur and flash photography has been a bit intimidating at times. I took some classes with Canon and I am no longer intimidated with flash. When I couple this flash with the remote transmitter, I have been able to get so much more creative with my shooting.
The only real downside I have is that the flash is a bit expensive. However, when considering the fact that you don't need to buy remote triggers such as Pocket Wizards, the overall value of this flash makes sense.
I just purchased a refurbished 600EX-RT through Canon's online store. I'm excited about the options I'll have with two flash units now.
Pros: Good Exposure performance, Superior build quality
Cons: expensive
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT
on May 28, 2012
Posted by: LVPhoto
from Las Vegas
I recently purchased 5-Canon Speedlites 600EX-RT’s to replace all my 5- 580EXII’s and I sold all my pocket radios receivers.
Just as a measure for those who are contemplating to purchase the 600EX-RT’s I still have my first Canon 10D though all the 5D’s- 60D-1DMk 2n-1DKk III & IV. All of them sync at HHS and work flawlessly in all modes “except” the Group feature, & I have a way around that, but will post my findings’ as I have not had the time to-do so at the moment.
Hopefully Canon might release a firmware to the existing models to add the group feature in use.
Just as a measure for those who are contemplating to purchase the 600EX-RT’s I still have my first Canon 10D though all the 5D’s- 60D-1DMk 2n-1DKk III & IV. All of them sync at HHS and work flawlessly in all modes “except” the Group feature, & I have a way around that, but will post my findings’ as I have not had the time to-do so at the moment.
Hopefully Canon might release a firmware to the existing models to add the group feature in use.
Pros: quiet, Good Exposure performance, Superior build quality, Fast recycling time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Multi Flash Set-up overexpozure
on October 28, 2012
Posted by: Light Crafter
from Riverside, California
This is a reaction to the previous review below by njw1224
from Wheeling, WV. It seems that there is an over exposure problem when using multiple flash set-ups with the 600EX Rt/600EX.
from Wheeling, WV. It seems that there is an over exposure problem when using multiple flash set-ups with the 600EX Rt/600EX.
This can happen if there are three firing groups - A, B, and C.
If a firing group C has been added and an over exposure results, avoid firing group C toward the main subject as this will likely cause the said overexposure.
If a firing group C has been added and an over exposure results, avoid firing group C toward the main subject as this will likely cause the said overexposure.
Alternatively, eliminate firing group C, and lump the extra slaves (from the now defunct firng group C) to firing group B or A. This works 99% of the time even if you point all flashes to the main subject.
The phenomenon of over exposure in multi flash set-ups has
been mentioned in pages 87 and 112 of the 600EX RT manual.
been mentioned in pages 87 and 112 of the 600EX RT manual.
Pros: Good Exposure performance, Superior build quality, Fast recycling time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Terrific Flash
on April 25, 2013
Posted by: Anonymous
from Hollywood, CA
The Speedlite 600EX-RT is a terrific flash. I have only had it for a few days but taken a hundred inside and outside shots experimenting with its settings. Perfect exposure in all scenario's. Great addition.
Pros: quiet, Good Exposure performance, Superior build quality, Fast recycling time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Best canon speedlite to date
on June 5, 2012
Posted by: Canon cop
from Oak Lawn, Illinois
I have most of the speedlites by Canon. I also have several other brands. This one was bought for my 5 D mk III, and qickly has become the favorite. The built quality is the best that I have seen, and the easy menu is a pleasure to work with. As far as performance goes, it is flawless and is also very good on batteris (even with some pretty heavy use). Fast recycling and consistant output is the best that I have had with self contained powered speedlite. Very, very happy with it.
Pros: quiet, Good Exposure performance, Superior build quality, Fast recycling time, good battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Amazing Flash System
on November 20, 2015
Posted by: Fivefinguz
from Nashville, TN, United States
I'm an advanced amateur photographer getting his start as a strobist. I do some freelance work with local companies in the Nashville area and my occasional clients/gigs as time permits. I have to give credit where due, as this 600ex-rt system is a top performer on my list. Although some will rave that speedlites don't stand up to studio flash, I'll say from experience the 600 is darn close. Anyone who uses speedlites know to increase output/light intensity and recycle speeds you simply bundle more lights. Well this guy makes that job easy. A simple multi-mount flash bracket like the triple threat and your trusty transmitter, st-e3-rt, and you're off to the races. Oh wait, don't forget there's NO CORDS! My favorite part is that I can literally pack for practically any event with one bag and shave weight from that bag in the process. Let me see you do that with studio strobes!
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