Canon Macro Ring Lite ML 3

Step into the world of detailed close-up photography with the Canon Macro Ring Lite ML-3. A classic tool designed for the Canon EOS film ecosystem, this ring flash is the ideal solution for photographers seeking even, shadowless illumination for their macro subjects. By encircling the front of your lens, the ML-3 casts a uniform light that reveals intricate details in flowers, insects, coins, and other small objects, making it a perfect choice for nature enthusiasts, collectors, and for scientific or dental documentation.

The ML-3 offers creative control over your close-up lighting. It features two independent flash tubes that can be fired simultaneously for flat, shadow-free results, or fired individually to create subtle shadows and add a sense of depth and texture to your subject. The built-in incandescent focusing lamps assist in composing and focusing in dim conditions. Designed for seamless operation, it utilizes Canon’s TTL (Through-The-Lens) flash system for automatic exposure control with compatible EOS film cameras, delivering consistent and accurate results. Please note this unit is designed for the older TTL system and is not directly compatible with modern Canon digital cameras using the E-TTL II system.

Technical Specifications:

Type: TTL Autoflash Ring Lite

Guide Number: 36 ft / 11 m at ISO 100

Compatibility: Canon EOS film cameras featuring TTL flash control

Flash Tubes: Two semi-circular tubes, individually controllable

Focusing Lamps: Yes, two incandescent lamps

Recycle Time: Approximately 0.3 – 8 seconds

Power Source: 4x AA-size alkaline or NiCd batteries

Dimensions (Controller): 2.9 x 5.0 x 2.2 inches / 74 x 126 x 55 mm

Dimensions (Flash Unit): 4.8 x 5.6 x 1.1 inches / 123 x 141 x 29 mm

Weight (Controller): 8.8 oz / 250 g

Weight (Flash Unit): 7.7 oz / 220 g