Canon 380EX User Manual

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I. Before You Start1. Installing the BatteriesInstall one of the following types of batteries:(1) Four size-AA alkaline batteries (LR6 or AM-3)(2) Fo

I. Before You StartBattery CautionsWhen replacing batteries, replace all four batteries at one time.Although ordinary, non-alkaline batteries (R6

2. Mounting the Speedlite1Loosen the locking collar by turning it as shown by the arrow.Slip the Speedlite’s mounting foot on the camera’s hot shoe un

3. Power Switch4. FP Flash SwitchSet the power switch as follows:0 :To turn off the power.1 :To turn on the power. If the Speedlite is left unu

5. Pilot Lamp and Test Firing^ Set the power switch to I.The Speedlite starts to recharge. When recharging is completed, the pilot lamp ligh

7. Flash CoverageSpeedlite 380EX’s flash head zooms automatically to provide adequate flash coverage for the lens focal length in use. Flash coverage

8. AF-Assist BeamIf where you focus lacks sufficient light or contrast, the Speedlite’s AF- assist beam is emitted automatically to help the camera au

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A CamerasWith a Type-A camera, you can use Speedlite 380EX’s E-TTL auto flash system. The E-TTL auto flash system uses t

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A CamerasQ Slide the FP fiash switch to the green dot (normal sync).r P -rn l;cAim the active focusing point on the sub

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A CamerasFill FlashEven in daylight, you can use flash as backlit portrait subjects.light for harsh shadows or dark,With

Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.The Canon Speedlite 380EX is a Canon EOS-dedicated autofocus zoom flash unit featuring the newly-developed E-

2. Flash with Other ModesThe E-TTL auto flash system can also be used with a Type-A camera set to Av (aperture-priority AE), Tv (shutter speed-priorit

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A Cameras1(1) Flash with Aperture-Priority AEWhen you want to control the depth of field or when you want the background

rII. Speedlite 3B0EX with Type-A Cameras(2) Flash with Shutter Speed-Priority AEWhen you want to create a certain effect with the shutter speed, use

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A Camera1(3) Flash with Manual ExposureWhen you want to set both the sync speed and the aperture, use manual exposure.

r3. UsingSpecial FeaturesWith a Type-A camera, Speedlite 380EX enables FP flash and FE lock.(1) FP flashFP (focal-plane) flash, or high-speed sync, e

II. Speedlile 380EX with Type-A CamerasA Check that nothing is blinking in the ^ viewfinder and press the shutter button completely to take the pictur

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A Cameras(2) FE LockWhen used with a Type-A camera, Speedlite 380EX enables FE (flash exposure) lock. The camera’s AE lo

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A Cameras3G45• If the subject is too far away for FE lock to be set, 4 blinks. Move nearer to the subject and rep

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-A Cameras(3) Second-Curtain SynchronizationIf your Type-A camera has a Custom Function for setting second-curtain synchr

aperture, and multiple-tiasli capability. Just press the shutter button for easy and automatic flash photography.1 Fully-Automatic Flash OperationFo

Canon Speedlite 380EX Features1 E-TTL auto flash controlWhen Speedlite 380EX is used with a Type-A camera, E-TTL auto flash control takes over Unlik

Speedlite 380EX with Type-B CamerasAim the active focusing point on the subject and press the shutter button halfway.• Focus is achieved and the shut

Fill-in FlashEven in daylight, you can use flash as fill light for harsh shadows or dark, backlit portrait subjects.III. Speedlite 380EX with Type-B C

2. Flash with Other ModesThe TTL auto flash system can also be used with a Type-B camera set to Av (aperture-priority AE), Tv (shutter speed-priority

(1) Flash with Aperture-Priority AEWhen you want to control the depth of field or when you want the background correctly exposed, use aperture-priorit

II. Speedlite 380EX with Type-B Cameras(2) Flash with Shutter Speed-Priority AEWhen you want to create a certain effect with the shutter speed, use sh

II, Speedlite 380EX with Type-B Cameras(3) Flash with Manual ExposureWhen you want to set both the sync speed and the aperture, use manual exposure.

speed sync, bounce flash, multiple-flash configurations, and flash- exposure compensation.1. Siow-Speed SyncSlow-speed sync is a slow shutter s

(2) Tv (Shutter speed-priority AE) Slow-speed sync1. Set the camera to Tv.2. Focus the subject.3. Set the shutter speed so that a correct exposure*

2. Bounce FlashWhen the flash is aimed directly at a portrait subject, a harsh shadow may appear behind the subject. By bouncing the flash off the cei

3. Flash Exposure CompensationIf you have an EOS-1 N, EOS-1 N RS, EOS 50,EOS 50E,EOS ELAN II ,EOS ELAN II E, or EOS A2/A2E, you can set flas

8 Speedlite accessories for creative lightingOff-Camera Shoe Cord 2 connects the Speedlite off the camera while retaining E-TTL auto fiash controi

IV. other ApplicationsSample Multiple-Flash Setup540EZ mounted on Off-Camera Shoe AdapterIf the batteries in TTL Hot Shoe Adapter 3 are almost exhaust

IV. other ApplicationsSpeedlite 380EX Accessories© Off-Camera Shoe Cord 2This cord enables you to use the Speedlite up to 60 cm/1.98ft away from the c

Troubleshooting GuideNo.Problem Probable CauseSolutionPage No,1The Speedlite cannot be detached from the camera.The locking collar has not been loosen

SpecificationsTypeDirect-sync, shoe-mount flash with E-TTL auto flash control (E- TTL test preflash, AF-assist beam, auto zoom head, and bounc

SpecificationsGuide No. (meters at ISO 100)Flash Coverage (mm)24 28 35 50 70 105Normal (full) Output (G.N.)21 23 28 3133 38FP FiashShutter Speed1/1801

Speedlite 380EX Feature AvailabilityAF-Assist Beam Emission Preconditions380EX/Camera Combination380EX's AF-Assist Beam EmittedCamera's AF-A

Speedlite 380EX Feature AvailabilityCamecaCamera's Max. Sync Speed3-ZoneAutoFlashMMrindAuto Flash ControlFlashExposureSecond-CurtainSyncCamera Mo

This device compiles with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful interf

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Contents• If you have a Type-A camera, read pages 2-28 and 36-46.• If you have a Type-B camera, read pages 2~16 and 29-46.Quick Start Guide...

Quick Start GuideBefore following this Guide, attach Speedlite 380EX to the camera and turn on the camera and Speedlite.* The asterisked features are

*FE lock(Page26)*Second- curtain sync(Page28)Slow-speedsync(Page36)Bounce flash(Page38)

NomenclatureFrontFlash head

Nomenclature• RearTurns on the power.