




Canon Speedlite EL-5
Canon Speedlite EL-5
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The Canon Speedlite EL-5 is a robust device filled with contemporary features, specifically designed for advanced photographers. This model incorporates several top-tier attributes—like a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack and a modeling lamp—from the flagship version, all while being presented in a more compact and user-friendly format.
Pure Power
Realize high-powered flash with speed and long shooting times with a combination of features of the EL-5.
- Maximum guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 200mm (76Ws)
- Runs on rechargeable LP-EL Li-ion battery pack, with required battery charger available separately
- Up to 350 full-power flashes on a single charge
- Able to continuously trigger up to 95 flashes in a row
- Manual power from 1/1 to 1/1024
Advanced Control
Advanced users can make the most of the EL-5 thanks to a revised control scheme and even more built-in wireless options.
- 2.4GHZ wireless radio transmission as sender or receiver for wireless triggering and control of up to 15 flash units from up to 98' away
- Multi-function shoe enables direct control of settings from compatible cameras
- Control settings with your smartphone using the Canon Camera Connect app
Compatibility
The Speedlite EL-5 features the Multi-Function Shoe and requires a compatible camera. This includes:
- EOS R1
- EOS R3
- EOS R5 Mark II
- EOS R6 Mark II
- EOS R7
- EOS R10
Flash Head |
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Guide Number | 196.9' / 60 m at ISO 100 (200 mm Position) |
Coverage | Full-Frame 24 to 200 mm 14 mm (with Wide-Angle Adapter) |
Auto Zoom Head | Yes |
Bounce/Vertical Adjustment | -7 to +120° |
Swivel/Horizontal Adjustment | 360° |
Recycle Time | Approx. 0.1 to 1.2 Seconds |
Secondary Illumination | Modeling Light |
Exposure Control |
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Exposure Control | Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II, Manual |
Flash Modes | Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync |
Power Range | 1/1 to 1/1024 |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Wireless |
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Wireless Operation | Radio (TTL/Manual) Up to 98.4' / 30 m (Master, Slave) |
Wireless Channels | 15 |
Wireless Groups | 5 |
Power |
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Internal Power | 1x Rechargeable (Included) |
External Power Pack Compatible | No |
General |
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Mount | Canon Multi-Function Shoe |
Off-Camera Terminal | No |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Canon Connect Functionality: Adjust Settings, Remote Control, Setup |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 3.2 x 5.5 x 4.9" / 80.2 x 139.9 x 123.3 mm |
Weight | 17.3 oz / 491 g |




