The Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT is a versatile and powerful flash unit that perfectly balances performance with portability. It is designed for enthusiasts and professionals who require advanced lighting control without the bulk of a flagship speedlite. Its defining feature is the integrated 2.4 GHz radio frequency (RT) triggering system. This allows the 430EX III-RT to function seamlessly as either a Master or a Slave unit within Canon’s radio ecosystem, enabling reliable wireless multi-flash setups even without a direct line of sight, spanning distances of up to 30 meters.
Despite its compact form factor, the 430EX III-RT delivers a substantial Guide Number of 43 (at ISO 100 and 105mm), providing ample power for bounce lighting and fill flash in bright conditions. The flash head offers full articulation—tilting up 90 degrees and rotating left and right—to bounce light off walls and ceilings for a softer, more natural look. The rear interface has been modernized with a dot-matrix LCD and a smooth control dial, making it intuitive to navigate custom functions and flash exposure settings quickly during fast-paced events.
Technical Specifications:
- Guide Number: 43 m (at ISO 100, 105mm position)
- Zoom Range: 24-105mm (14mm with built-in wide panel)
- Wireless Triggering: Radio Frequency (RT) & Optical Pulse
- Wireless Channels/Groups: 15 Channels / 5 Groups
- Bounce Capability: Up 90°, Left 150°, Right 180°
- Recycle Time: 0.1 to 3.5 seconds
- Power Source: 4 x AA Batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
- Dimensions:5 x 113.8 x 98.2 mm
- Weight: 295 g (without batteries)
