Would this count as doing a "growse"?

[xolotl]

Just got a 580EX II and this thing is awesome. I haven't had a chance to use it in anger yet but the power this thing gives out is certainly impressive. The second picture is just an example sheer power this flash has as it was taken at 1/1 power in pitch black with the wide angle diffuser deployed.

Does anyone know what stroboscopic mode could be used for? I can understand why you might need 10hz or below but it goes up to 199hz which is very cool yet I can't figure out what creative opportunities this gives.

 

[xolotl]

****!

Yes, I think that counts Although technically you *intended* to buy it....

How much?

Surprisingly cheap at £250 posted brand new (In England as well) which is much better than the £400 you would have to pay on the high street. Obviously I can't say where I got it from but they're a well known HK retailer who occasionally sell items from their agent in London.

Hows the dust / weather sealing on it? (Not seen one in the flesh yet)

Hopefully I won't have to find out! The redesigned hot shoe is very nice though, full metal foot with a very quick and secure mounting. You need the new 1d MkIII to get full sealing though as the mounting point has to fit the little rubbery shroud on the foot.

 

[xolotl]

well there's a thinly veiled attempt at justifying a 1D MkIII purchase if ever I saw one!!

No chance!

My next purchase is going to be something much bigger and much whiter...

 

[xolotl]

Ever tried putting it against your skin and trigger the flash?

Yes, I just tried that. It's quite warm but not really painful, you can really feel the heat though. As for trying it on my eye no way. I don't fancy a nice green square burnt into my eye for the next few days.