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550D & Metz mecablitz 24 AF-1 digital

Started Feb 1, 2014 | Discussions thread
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TripperSG New Member • Posts: 2
550D & Metz mecablitz 24 AF-1 digital

Hi everyone.

I've been using the Canon 550D with the 17-55 f/2.8 lens and have been very, very happy with the results. I have not used any flash other then the built in pop up which obviously isn't exactly very good and when I do use it, it annoys the heck out of me with its pre flashes and inability to bounce.

I've been looking to get a flash to compliment my setup and I'm really interested in the Metz 24 AF1. My reasons for narrowing it down to this flash rather then the Canon speed lights is because of the following; Small size, ability to bounce and (this is the biggie) an IR AF assist beam.

I would like to ask the good folks in here if anyone has had experience with this setup, or just this flash? I've done a search and all I can find are the larger Metz, nothing on the 24 AF1. Or perhaps there are other flash brands or models that I may have overlooked? What I'm looking for would be;

1) Small size

2) Ability to bounce

3) IR AF assist.

Appreciate all inputs and suggestions.

Thank you!

 TripperSG's gear list:TripperSG's gear list
Canon EOS 550D Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon EOS 550D (EOS Rebel T2i / EOS Kiss X4)
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