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Canon LP E5 Battery Pack for Canon Digital Rebel XS and XSi Digital SLR Camera

compatible with select Canon EOS digital SLR cameras * rated at 7.4V, 1080mAh * no memory effect — may be partially charged without reducing battery capacity * compatible with Canon LC-E5 and LC-E5E battery chargers *

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5 Stars Canon Battery
Received as ordered, competitive price & works fine. Was on time so am very satisfied.

5 Stars Reliable Friend
I bought the Canon LP-E5 battery because I was going on an important photo trip and didn’t want any issue with quality. This battery did not fail me. In fact, it went longer than stated. I’ll stick with this battery in the future rather than use second rate batteries.

5 Stars Good battery, but you may as well get the Bag kit.
The battery itself is a commodity and runs up to $70 bucks, so you may as well get the Canon Rebel EOS (or your model) bag kit with Battery and filter. It cost at minimum $99, but the bag is waterproof and durable. I knew a secondary battery would be needed, but after checking the prices and realizing I need a bag it was a no brainer.

5 Stars Right on time. Thanks.
Thanks for getting this to me right when I needed it. I will keep you in mind for future purchases.

5 Stars Great battery life!
I bought this as a spare for my Canon Rebel XSI. I can take over 500 pictures no sweat without even considering swapping for a backup battery. Also the battery charge last for a while.

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Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash (guide number of 141 ft./43m at ISO 100) with a fast recycling time in a compact, durable body. A one-touch quick-lock mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera’s LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20 percent faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon’s wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable “slave unit.”

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5 Stars exactly as expected
the 430 ex II is much better than the previous version. Just what I needed!

5 Stars This changed my life.
Honestly, the quality of this product is amazing. It’s really not so much the seller experience i had as it is the actual product that is so amazing, tho the seller was extremely easy to go thru, they shipped quickly, and I received the product in the mail right on schedule with when they told me it would be here.

5 Stars So easy and fast recycle time
I just put in bateries, connected it to my 50D, turned it on and began shooting. It was great! Also the bateries lasted me through an entire wedding reception and a birthday party. Love this and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great flash!

5 Stars Great flash…
It’s an awesome flash but goes through batteries pretty quick… Then again, a lot of flashes generally go through batteries quickly. Great product nonetheless!

5 Stars best single improvement for indoor shots
I had high expectations for a $250 flash, and was not disappointed. We primarily bought it because the built-in flash for my XTi wasn’t recycling fast enough; after 5-10 shots it was too slow to be useful. This EX430 is *fast*, tho; faster than the camera in “auto” mode.

My wife is the primary user, and in “full auto” mode it is a fantastic addition to the camera. I recommend the $10 diffuser, but even without the flash does great with the bounce.

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Canon EF S 55 250mm f 4 0 5 6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Bring your photographic subjects closer with this Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer Telephoto Zoom Lens. It is designed with Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer technology and is compact and light. This high zoom ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses). The image stabilizer effect is equivalent to a shutter speed about 4 stops faster than the same size lens without Image Stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you could formerly hold a 250mm lens steadily was 1/250th of a second, with Canon’s 4-stop stabilization correction, you could hand-hold at shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. It also uses a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration for excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. Filter Size – 58mm Max. Diameter – x Length 2.8 in. x 4.3 in./70 x 108mm (maximum lens length) Weight – 13.8 oz./390g Canon 1 year limited warranty

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3 Stars It works!!!!
I’ve had this lens for more than a year. With it’s price, I didn’t expect much from it. Decent lens, light, well enough build. It doesn’t produce the sharpest images. But I got a lot of good pictures from it. One thing that bother me the most is the color is off even on a nice sunny day.

Overall, it’s a good lens to start. But I’m ready to get a better one.

4 Stars New Owner
I purchased my first Canon digital camera and was surprised to learn how easy it was to use the camera.Then someone mention a telephoto lens for some closer and better shots and I purchased a Canon EF-S 55-250mm and they where right.I am happy about my purchase and more than pleased with my purchased.

5 Stars Canon Telephoto lense
The Canon lenses are great quality. I purchased this as a refurbished item through Amazon and have not been disappointed.

Highly recommend – b

4 Stars Good enough for me!
As a recreational photographer. Mostly youth sports. This lens gave me everything I needed.

I can shoot a soccer game from just about anywhere on the sidelines. And the shots that don’t quite fill the frame, I crop and everything looks good on the computer screen and after printing.

Only complaint (or better yet, aggrevation) is the zoom mechanics as far as motion goes. You really need to “twist it”. This isn’t as smooth as the kit lens. It reacts like it needs some lubrication so the zoom extends more easily. Not a big deal, but that’s the only thing I noticed as far as the lens goes.

For the money and the zoom range you can’t do any better.

5 Stars OMG!
Maybe I just got lucky, but I LOVE this lens! Yes, it is plastic (which can be a good thing, since it’s lighter and smaller than comparable zooms). And come on, I only paid $250!

The images from this lens are tack sharp with bokeh that is pleasing to the eye, though not as smooth and buttery as some would like. For me, this is fine, as a bit of post-processing can help if needed.

In most lighting (even in the dark!) this lens focuses relatively quickly compared to the Canon 18-200mm lens I’m replacing. The only time I found it slow to focus is in very low light, low contrast scenes, with the lens zoomed past 200mm. However, that is an issue with many zoom lenses in this price range (and higher). IS works well and is pretty quiet. Zooming/focusing is smooth with no lens creep whatsoever. Oh, and it doesn’t drain my battery too quickly, like some competitors’ zoom lenses.

Also, I see NO evidence of fringing in 99% of the high-contrast photos taken with this lens on my 50D. In the small number of pictures that display fringing, it is minimal and of a neutral color, NOT purple. Overall, I’m very impressed with the functionality, ease of use and picture quality for the price paid. This lens is a big winner for me and will find a happy home alongside the Canon 50mm f/1.4 and Canon 10-22mm wide angle.

After trying some very positively reviewed lenses from Tamron and Sigma, I’ve decided no one knows Canon cameras like Canon. I doubt I’ll buy another lens from any other company in the future. Go Canon!!!

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Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras

Further development of Canon’s flagship Speedlite has led to the production of the 580 EX II. This is the premier Speedlite for all photographers, including professionals. Newly designed to match with the EOS-1D Mark III in terms of improved dust- and water-resistance, body strength, and the ability to control flash functions and settings from the camera menu (EOS-1D Mark III only). Other features include improved communication reliability through its direct contacts, and recycling time is both 20% shorter than the 580EX and is completely inaudible. Optional External power supply – compatible with Dust- and water- Resistant External Power Pack, Canon battery pack CP-E3 and Transistor Pack E Unit Dimensions – 3.0 x 5.3 x 4.5 inches /76 x 134 x 114mm; Weight – 13.2 oz./375g, without batteries (4 AA alkaline batteries add 3.5 oz./100g)

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars AWESOME~!
The old flash I had was a 420 EX and I didn’t get the best lighting from it. Once I got the 580ExII everything changed. It is such a powerful flash, I love everything about it.

5 Stars great flash
I buy this flash to replace my 380EX for 5D. It is very powerful, accurate TTL, fast recycling.

5 Stars Great Flash
This flash is a great flash. The other night, My wife and I heard something in the trees behind our house. I grabbed my Canon t1i and this flash and my 55-250mm lens. Started taking pictures at the area where the sound was coming from. Sure enough, there were 2 raccoons way up in the trees. this flash was able to pick them off from about 200mm in the tree. Great Flash!

5 Stars Great Flash!!
this flash brings a new world for your photography. Great quality and structure. The battery life is excellent, i did a complete photo shoot for models with only one pack of batteries.

5 Stars Strongest shoe flash!
Gotta love this flash for the power it packs!

I’ve owned this device for over a year and a half, and along with it, i have the Canon ST-E2 wireless transmitter.

There is so much i can do with them both combined.

But just as is, the 580EXII is great for close portraits, indoors or outdoors as fill light.

Dont expect this speedlite to operate like the 430EX and 430EXII with the Pocket Wizards.

The 580EXII isnt compatible with the PW and it cannot really do wireless through walls like the PW. For this speedlite, with use of the Canon ST-E2, both infrared lights must meet in order for the flash to be fired wirelessly.

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Nikon ML L3 Wireless Remote Control for Nikon D40 D40x D60 D80 and D90 Digital SLR Cameras

Ultra slim wireless remote shutter trigger for Nikon SLR N65 , N75 , and Lite Touch compact models 110s, 130 ED / Pouch Included

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Works exactly as I expected
I bought this remote to use for long exposures with my D60. It has one button which does exactly what you’d expect — opens and/or closes the shutter. Two minutes after I opened the package I was taking my first test shots, and that was only because I had to find the right settings on my camera. As some other reviews have pointed out, the remote has to be in line of sight with your camera’s sensor in order to work, but that is no great inconvenience for my needs.

5 Stars Love it!
I bought this because it is so hard to get babies to laugh when they can’t see you…they will just stare at the camera and that’s about it. With this remote I just frame the shot and then go play with my son…when he smiles or starts laughing I just click the remote and I have the shot. Try doing that with a point and shoot digicam!

5 Stars Great remote
Hi I have been taking pics for about 5 months now with a nikon D60, and just bought this remote and the first one they send was not working, but i simply requested a new one and the next day had one in my house and was working good, return service was perfect no problem at all…happy with the remote, go and get it for fun pics…

5 Stars This thing is AWESOME!!!
I love this little remote. It has come in very handy while my hubby is deployed I don’t like the fact that the camera doesn’t save the setting to use the remote, but that’s not this product’s fault lol. Very Happy with my purchase!

5 Stars Simple to use, does as it states
I use this with my D60 and within a few seconds I had things working great. Turned the camera to accept the remote and I was away. I have not had an issue yet with distance. I plan to use it more and more for the “family” pictures. Also looking at doing some stop motion. No longer I fall to the touching and slight shifting of the camera. The remote takes care of it.

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