Wireless Flash control with the Canon 60D

Controlling your remote Canon flashes with the Canon 60D Popup Flash

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• Canon
• 60D
• Wireless
• Flash
• Control
• Infrared
• Trigger

[hllb]

i cant seem to stop my built in flash from fireing any ideas on what im doing wrong?

[markhyo]

@hllb The built in flash firing is normal and there is nothing you can do to completely turn it off! It must fire in order to trigger the remote flashes. Using the second option of the flash menu allows the camera to fire the remotes but it shouldn't contribute to the actual exposure. Sometimes the tail end of built flash is seen when doing close up photography but the effects are minimal.

[nlh835]

Do you have a video that demonstrates how to set the camera/flash on camera? I have a 550EX Speedlite, and, will be doing a wedding shoot. I need to refine my techniques with the flash so I don't end up with shots blown out. I end up avoiding the flash but it should be a very helpful tool. Thanks!

[markhyo]

@nlh835 I just put a new video up that may help you with this very thing!

[hllb]

@markhyo :( ok then it is right then

[jidoe]

@markhyo Thanks very much for the info, it is very helpful! Cheers.

[markhyo]

@jidoe Part 2. I mostly work on location and usually at distances greater than 20ft. I've successfully trigger my PW's up to 300ft! That's more than I'll probably ever need. Many wedding receptions I shoot in are easily 100ft long or more and the built system just wouldn't be able to handle those rooms. For starting out the built flash on the 60D is a great tool but eventually you will probably out grow it. Any other questions just ask!!

[markhyo]

@jidoe The built in trigger on the 60D works great in a small room environment and does fairly well when working outside at reasonable distances (20ft or less). The problem for me is line of sight. I work with a lot of modifiers like my 64" parabolic umbrella or 22" beauty dish that blocks the line of sight. When I work I want to be able to move freely without having to worry if I'm lined up correctly with the flash. Radio triggers give me that flexibility and greater distances to boot.

[jidoe]

@markhyo Thanks for the clear explaination on how to use the built in wireless trigger. I was giddy when I realized my 60D had this feature. A bit confused though. In your video you give the feature a pretty strong endorsement, however you commented here that it may not be very reliable, and that a PocketWizard setup is the way to go. I'd much rather not spend $400+ on the Mini and Flex setup. Possible to elaborate on any problems you've experienced with the built in 60d trigger? Thx!