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Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash
Canon

Canon 5247B002 270EX II Speedlite Flash

★★★★★4.5 (422 reviews)

Compact bounce-capable Speedlite that adds wireless slave functionality to your Canon EOS kit without the bulk.

$98.00*
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Overview

The Canon Speedlite 270EX II occupies a practical niche between a camera's built-in flash and the larger, feature-rich units like the 430EX or 580EX series. Its chief appeal is size — it slips into a jacket pocket or camera bag side pouch yet delivers meaningfully better results than a pop-up flash, primarily because of its 90-degree vertical bounce head. Bouncing light off a ceiling transforms harsh, flat direct flash into soft, diffused illumination, and having that capability in such a small package makes the 270EX II a compelling everyday carry for event shooters, family photographers, and travel enthusiasts.

Beyond bounce, the unit offers a wireless slave function that lets you position it off-camera and trigger it from a compatible Canon EOS body with a built-in master flash. This opens the door to basic multi-light setups without purchasing dedicated radio triggers. The included mini stand makes tabletop placement straightforward. With Normal mode covering a 28mm full-frame equivalent and Tele mode concentrating the beam for longer focal lengths, the 270EX II adapts to a reasonable range of shooting situations — though photographers who need high power output, horizontal swivel, or master flash control will want to step up to a larger Speedlite.

Key Features

Ultra compact, ultra lightweight, high performance flash unit

Vertical bounce capability up to 90 degrees provides a wide range of picture taking options

Slave function allows the flash to be triggered wirelessly

Flash coverage can be switched between Normal and Tele

Includes soft case, mini stand and instruction book

Ultra-compact, ultra-lightweight, high-performance flash unit.

Vertical bounce capability up to 90 degrees provides a wide range of picture-taking options.

Flash coverage can be switched between Normal (28mm full-frame equivalent, max. Guide No. 72 ft./22m at ISO 100)

Slave function allows the flash to be triggered wirelessly (when used with an EOS DSLR with a master function).

Flash release function triggers the camera wirelessly from the flash on a 2-second delay,

And Tele (50mm full-frame equivalent, max. Guide No. 89 ft./27m at ISO 100).

Allowing the flash to be repositioned to illuminate the subject.

Specifications

Brand
Canon
Model
5247B002 (Speedlite 270EX II)
Compatibility
Canon SLR cameras with dedicated hot shoe mount
Guide Number (Tele)
72 ft. / 22m at ISO 100
Flash Coverage — Normal
28mm full-frame equivalent
Bounce
Vertical up to 90°
Wireless
Slave function for wireless triggering
Included Accessories
Soft case, mini stand, instruction book

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Extremely compact and lightweight, easy to carry as an everyday on-camera flash
  • Vertical bounce up to 90 degrees produces noticeably softer light than direct flash
  • Built-in wireless slave mode lets you use it as an off-camera light without extra triggers
  • Switchable Normal and Tele coverage modes give flexibility across focal lengths
  • Includes a mini stand for tabletop or off-camera use right out of the box

👎 Cons

  • No horizontal swivel, limiting bounce options when shooting in portrait orientation
  • Guide number of 22m is modest, making it underpowered for large venues or distant subjects
  • Cannot function as a wireless master, so you need additional gear to build a multi-flash setup
  • No manual power control on the unit itself; power adjustments depend on the camera body

Frequently Asked Questions

It fits any Canon SLR with a dedicated hot shoe mount. For wireless slave triggering, you need a Canon EOS DSLR body that has a built-in master flash function, such as the 7D or 60D.
The head tilts up to 90 degrees vertically, allowing you to bounce light off ceilings for softer, more natural illumination.
Yes, it uses Canon's E-TTL II system for fully automatic flash metering when mounted on a compatible Canon EOS body.
In Tele mode it reaches a guide number of 72 feet (22 meters) at ISO 100, which is solid output for a unit this small.
No. It functions only as a wireless slave. You need a camera body with a built-in master function or a separate master unit to trigger it remotely.

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