After thinking and re-thinking about it for a number of times, I finally bought an external flash for my camera. I already have a lighting kit which I use for photos taken without natural light or those taken during the later part of the day. But somehow, I feel that I needed more.
Improving my photos is one of the goals that I have for this year. So I finally gave in and dropped by at Henry’s the other day to buy this Yongnuo Speedlite YN468-II. It set me back for ₱4,700, a small amount to pay for a big improvement.
I’ve used it a few times since I bought it but I haven’t been really tinkering much.
Yongnuo is known for being one of the most affordable flash available for Canon and Nikon. For a while, Yongnuo flashes weren’t compatible with DSLR’s TTL metering systems, which meant you needed to use them in manual mode. Now, this Yongnuo Speedlite YN468-II is an E-TTL(II) flash that works wonderfully together with Canon DSLR camera bodies for automatic flash exposure, zoom reflector adjustment and other advanced features.
The speedlight also feels incredibly solid and sturdy in the hand, and is made with very nice feeling plastics. I can’t wait to use this with the Canon 650D peanutbutter♥ bought for me.
Now I want some rechargeable batteries to go with it and maybe a new lens? {Canon 50mm f/1.4 or Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L}
For the meantime, I need to get to know this baby well. I can see lots of dinner dates with him in the near future, after all, he’s only needed when it’s a little dark.
Where did you buy this, sis? I’ve been meaning to buy one since my Nissin MarkII (worth 11K!) conked out on me exactly after a year I bought it. 🙁
Wow, you are taking photography to the next level!
I’ve been considering one too but they’re way more expensive over here compare to deals over there. 🙁 How I wish I could find one at a great price too.
ooh really nice, flash and camera accessories are expensive . I could not even afford to buy a DSLR, ha ha ha,
Wow! Wow! This means more gorgeous snaps from you then! 🙂 Congrats on that nice treat!
That’s good for you! I also enjoying photography so i am with you 100% 🙂
That’s good! It means more memories to capture and special moments to keep! Nice one too!
perfect choice, i love capturing special moments and milestones of my little man, i also need something like this.. but will buy first DSLR hehehe