Flashing...

[Big Nick]

I am looking to at long last buy a new flash. While doing my normal prepurchase research I found a couple different brands and models that would fit my needs. I am however reluctant to purchase a different brand other then that of my Camera. So I wonder. What brand flash do you use? Are you happy with it?

It more depends on what you are going to use it for.

Cat photography may require a full Alienbees set up. Think about it.

[Big Nick]

Mainly as fill lighting. shooting from shadows to higher light situations. Possibly more, but for now that would be the main function for anything I buy.

[lputman]

When I initially bought my XTi, I also bought a 430 EX flash. I've just now purchased a 530 EX II. I like that I will be able to use the ETTL functionality if I so desire which is why I stayed brand specific.

[Big Nick]

Originally Posted by lputman

When I initially bought my XTi, I also bought a 430 EX flash. I've just now purchased a 530 EX II. I like that I will be able to use the ETTL functionality if I so desire which is why I stayed brand specific.

That's the way I am leaning, but that being said not only for the price point but some of these other flashes have some nice features.