A manual flash often adds the "professional" look to a photo.
Canon EOS DSLRs range from mid-level to professional-level digital cameras. Nearly all of the models can be used with an external manual flash unit by utilizing the hot shoe attachment. Once attached, the camera can be used like normal, and the flash unit will automatically be activated as you take pictures. Check your camera's manual before attaching a flash unit to it. An incompatible flash voltage can damage both the flash unit and the camera.
Instructions
1. Turn off the camera and the external flash unit.
2. Slide the flash into the hot shoe attachment by lining up the pins with the metal contacts on the camera. Once attached, tighten the flash to the camera (usually a rotating ring).
3. Turn on the flash and the camera. Set the flash to automatic mode. Consult your flash manual for the exact process.
4. Take a picture to test the flash connection. The camera will automatically fire the flash unless it is in the No Flash shooting mode.
5. Operate the camera as normal, while adjusting the flash settings on the external unit.
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