
Meike
Meike ZN-Speedlite MK430 TTL Flash for Canon
★★★★★
Versatile TTL speedlite with guide number 42 and full manual control, built specifically for Canon DSLR hot shoes.
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Overview
Specifications
Compatibility
Canon DSLR cameras with standard hot shoe
Guide Number
42 (ISO 100, 105mm)
Flash Modes
TTL, MULTI, M, S1, S2
Color Temperature
5600K
Flash Duration
1/200s – 1/20000s
Flash Coverage
24–105mm (14mm with wide panel)
Zoom
Auto Zoom, Manual Zoom
Additional Features
FEC, AEB, Rear-Curtain Sync, Strobe Flash
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- TTL metering automates flash exposure for fast-paced shooting on compatible Canon DSLRs.
- Guide number of 42 at 105mm provides sufficient power for most indoor and event photography.
- Five flash modes (TTL, Multi, Manual, S1, S2) offer flexibility for both simple and creative lighting setups.
- Built-in wide panel extends coverage to 14mm for ultra-wide lenses.
- LCD display provides clear readout of settings, mode, and zoom position.
👎 Cons
- No high-speed sync limits usability for wide-aperture outdoor portraits at fast shutter speeds.
- Optical slave modes (S1/S2) can misfire in environments with other flash units or bright ambient light.
- Build quality uses primarily plastic construction, which may feel less durable than metal-bodied speedlites.
- No wireless radio receiver built in — requires separate triggers for reliable off-camera radio control.
- Recycle time may lag behind more expensive first-party Canon speedlites during rapid-fire shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Canon cameras are compatible with the Meike MK430?
The MK430 works with Canon DSLRs that use a standard Canon hot shoe, including the EOS 70D, 77D, 80D, Rebel T7i, T6i, T6s, T6, T5i, T5, T4i, T3i, and SL2. It provides full TTL metering with these models.
Does the MK430 support high-speed sync (HSS)?
The MK430 does not feature dedicated high-speed sync. Its flash sync speed ranges from 1/200s to 1/20000s, and it is designed to work at standard sync speeds with compatible Canon bodies.
Can the MK430 be used as an off-camera flash?
Yes, the MK430 includes S1 and S2 optical slave modes, allowing it to fire when triggered by another flash unit. This makes it useful as a secondary light in multi-flash setups without requiring wireless radio triggers.
What flash zoom range does the MK430 cover?
The flash head covers a zoom range of 24mm to 105mm, with both auto and manual zoom options. A built-in wide-angle diffuser panel extends coverage to 14mm for ultra-wide shooting.
Does the MK430 support flash exposure compensation?
Yes, the MK430 offers flash exposure compensation (FEC) and auto exposure bracketing (AEB), giving you fine control over flash output in TTL mode without switching to full manual.