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flash help - which to choose and what are the differences? I own a t3i

Started Feb 22, 2012 | Discussions thread
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creeker69 New Member • Posts: 10
flash help - which to choose and what are the differences? I own a t3i

Hello. I apologize if this has been answered in other threads. I just obtained a T3I as a gift with kit lens. I also own a T1I with kit lenses. I go back aways and last owned and loved a film camera, the ELAN IIe. I find the digital world both fascinating and diificult to bridge the knowledge gap.

The hardest part for me to get is, unfortunately, where I will most likely take the majority of my pictures. That is indoors; thus my need for advice on a real nice flash. I have the DF483 for the T1I. I have only used it in the auto modes. While I like the flash, it never did what it was advertised to do, specifically give a 'flash ready' signal through the lens.

I need some advice and some basic knowledge instructions for a new flash. What EXACTLY is E-TTL? For example, if I tilt the flash, is it smart enough to compensate with extra flash power due to the reflection?

If I sound like a total newbie, I am to this.

Thanks in advance!

 creeker69's gear list:creeker69's gear list
Canon EOS 500D Canon EOS 60D Canon EOS Rebel T4i Canon EF 50mm F1.4 USM Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM +1 more
Canon EOS 500D (EOS Rebel T1i / EOS Kiss X3) Canon EOS 600D (EOS Rebel T3i / EOS Kiss X5)
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