Quick Overview

• Guide number 60 m (ISO 100 at 200 mm) with wide zoom panel for 14 mm coverage
• Rechargeable LP‑EL Li‑ion battery delivering approx. 335 full-power flashes
• Fast recycle time from 0.1 to 0.9 sec and continuous full-power bursts (~170 flashes)
• Active cooling fan for sustained high-speed firing
• Wireless radio TTL and manual flash control; high-speed sync to 1/4000 sec and second-curtain sync
• Bounce/swivel head tilting –7° to +120°, rotating 180°
• Built-in bi‑color LED modeling lamp with brightness and color temperature controls
• Weather-resistant construction comparable to Canon’s EOS‑1D cameras
• Intuitive joystick and LCD interface for easy on-the-fly adjustments

Product Description

The Canon Speedlite EL‑1 is Canon’s flagship off-camera flash and a toolkit staple for professionals who demand instant reliability and refined lighting control. It boasts a robust 0.1–0.9 sec recycle time and a powerful GN 60 (197 ft at ISO 100) output, making it ideal for events, weddings, portraits, and high-paced environments. Designed with a rechargeable Li‑ion LP‑EL battery and active cooling, it delivers up to 335 full-power flashes per charge and supports rapid bursts of around 170 full-power shots—perfect for marathon shoots. Featuring radio TTL/multi-flash, weather-sealed build, built-in LED modeling lights, wide zoom coverage (24–200 mm plus 14 mm wide panel), and an intuitive joystick interface, the EL‑1 is built to perform under pressure. Its durability and professional-grade features show Canon’s commitment to flash innovation