Key facts
- Brand
- Canon
- Model
- 430EX
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 3
- Languages
- PT · EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-03
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Canon Speedlite 430EX Instruction Manual
This manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing batteries, attaching the Speedlite to a Canon EOS camera, and using the basic automatic flash modes (E‑TTL‑II, E‑TTL, and TTL). It also describes the LCD panel functions, flash exposure compensation, and zoom settings.
Additional sections cover wireless flash operation, custom functions, and safety precautions such as limiting continuous flashes to 20 before a 10‑minute rest period. Contact information for Canon support worldwide is listed at the end of the document.
Canon 430EX specifications
| Battery type | Four size‑AA batteries |
|---|---|
| Recycling time (normal flash) | 0.1 – 3.7 sec |
| Flash count (approx.) | 200 – 1400 flashes |
| High‑speed sync | Supported (FP flash) |
| Wireless flash capability | Supported |
| Maximum continuous flashes before rest | 20 flashes |
| Recommended rest time after max bursts | At least 10 min |
All Canon 430EX documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How many AA batteries does the Speedlite 430EX require?
It requires four size‑AA batteries.
What rest time is recommended after firing 20 continuous flashes?
Allow a rest time of at least 10 minutes.
Which flash metering modes are supported by the Canon Speedlite 430EX?
The Speedlite works automatically with E‑TTL‑II, E‑TTL, and TTL flash metering modes.
What does the <OFF> button on the Speedlite do?
Pressing the <OFF> button turns the flash unit power off.