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Canon SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2)

An advanced Speedlite that delivers superb reliability and advanced high-speed performance in a tough weather-resistant body.

Power and control when you need it most

See how the SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2) can earn its place in your kitbag with its compelling combination of solid dependability and professional performance.

Portraits

Add detail to your faces will fill-in flash

Weddings

Capture the blur of a dress with a slow-sync burst

Events

When you’re under pressure, capture the moment without delay

Creative

Control up to 15 Speedlites remotely with radio mode

Absolute reliability and blistering performance

Find out what Dave Mackison has to say about his experience with using the CANON SPEEDLITE EL-1 / EL-1 (Ver.2). Whilst this film was made using the Speedlite EL-1, Dave’s experience applies to the Speedlie EL-1 (ver.2), with its Guide Number of 58 in m, and 340 shots at full power, plus 2380 flashes per charge.

CANON SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2)

Fast, precise and completely dependable – the CANON SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2) delivers the kind of performance that professional photographers demand when the pressure is on. This film was made using the Speedlite EL-1, and applies to the Speedlite EL-1 (ver.2), with a Guide Number of 58 in m, and 340 shots at full power, plus 2380 flashes per charge.

Discover the benefits and capabilities of the EL-1 / EL-1 (Ver.2) in this film.

Prepared for every moment

Be ready for anything. Super-fast 0.1-0.9 sec 1 recycle times mean bursts of up to 170 full-power flashes 2 , plus high speed bursts at lower power levels are also possible.

Power when you need it most

A high-performance LP-EL battery powers the EL-1 (Ver.2)'s blisteringly fast shooting speeds and shot-to-shot reliability. Expect up to 2380 flashes from a single charge. An accurate battery level indicator 3 lets you know when it’s time to recharge or replace your power source.

Shoot with confidence

When the pressure’s on, you can count on the EL-1 (Ver.2) to deliver. It’s guide number of 58m 4 is backed up by the same degree of dust and water resistance as our L-Series lenses. An active cooling system prevents overheating, so you can shoot for longer.

Flexibility and control

Light your subject from anywhere in the scene, controlling the EL-1 (Ver.2) wirelessly with a radio or optical trigger. Use multiple Speedlites together (as individual units or groups) for highly creative lighting.

Be more creative with your lighting

A built-in bi-colour LED modelling light lets you see where and how the EL-1 (Ver.2)'s flash output will look, and preview where shadows will fall. Manual flash output can be varied between full and 1/8192 power 5

Specifications

  • Fast 0.1-0.9 sec 1 recycle times

    Up to 170 full power flashes 2 in a burst

  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery

    Up to 340 shots at full power

  • Guide number 58m 4

    Light up distant subjects and large groups

  • Weather-resistant construction

    Work confidently in poor conditions

  • Wide range of power levels

    From full to 1/8192 power 5 , for maximum flexibility

  • Active cooling system

    Shoot for longer without overheating

  • Accurate battery level indicator 3

    So you’ll know when to replace or recharge a battery

  • Built-in LED modelling light

    With colour temperature and brightness controls

SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2) COMPARED

Professional flashes

Speedlite EL-5

Speedlite EL-5

Speedlite EL-1

Speedlite EL-1

Speedlite EL-1 (Ver.2)

Speedlite EL-1 (Ver.2)

Camera mount shoe supported

Multi-Function shoe1
5-pin hotshoe
5-pin hotshoe

Guide Number

60
60
58

Flash Zoom coverage

(14mm) 24–200 mm
(14mm) 24–200 mm
(14mm) 24–200 mm

Bounce angle (max.)

-7° to 120° / -180° to 180°
-7° to 120° / -180° to 180°
-7° to 120° / -180° to 180°

Autoflash support

- / E-TTL / E-TTL II
- / E-TTL / E-TTL II
- / E-TTL / E-TTL II

Manual flash output setting range (high speed sync)

1/1 to 1/1024 (1/128)
1/1 to 1/8192 (1/128)
1/1 to 1/8192 (1/128)

External flash metering sensor

Yes
Yes

Continuous shooting priority (CSP) mode

Yes
Yes

Custom flash mode

Yes (C1, C2, C3)

FE memory

Yes
Yes
Yes

Modelling lamp

Yes (white)
Yes (bi-colour)
Yes (bi-colour)

Modelling flash (when mounted on a camera)

Yes
Yes

Optical / Radio wireless functionality

Radio only
Optical / Radio
Optical / Radio

Modelling lamp on/off (Radio)

Yes

Modelling flash (Radio)

As receiver unit only with a compatible camera and Speedlite as sender
Yes
Yes

Joystick control

Yes (customisable)
Yes
Yes

(Flash) Menu direct button

Yes
No
No

AF-assist beam

White LED
Infrared
Infrared

Recharge time (normal flash) Open

Based on Canon's testing standards.

Approx. 0.1–1.2 sec
Approx. 0.1–0.9 sec
Approx. 0.1–0.9 sec

Estimated number of continuous full power flashes (approx.)

Continuous flash count at full output until flash firing restriction level 1. Using a new, fully charged LP-EL battery. Set to manual flash and based on Canon measurement standards.

85
160
160

Flash count at full power (approx.)

Based on Canon's testing standards.

3502
3352
3402

Battery

LP-EL (Rechargeable Li-ion)
LP-EL (Rechargeable Li-ion)
LP-EL (Rechargeable Li-ion)

Battery level indicator

Yes
Yes
Yes

Dimensions (approx. width × height × depth)

80.2×139.9×123.3 mm
84.4×149.0×136.4 mm
84.4×149.0×136.4 mm

Weight (approx.)

Speedlite only, without battery

491 g
572 g
566 g

Weather resistance

Yes (equivalent to EOS R5)
Yes (equivalent to EOS-1D)
Yes (equivalent to EOS-1D)

Active Cooling

Enhanced passive cooling design
Yes
Yes

External power source socket

Yes
Yes

Sync terminal

Yes
Yes

Bracket attachment screw holes

Canon colour filters and bounce adapter supported

Yes
Yes

  1. For use with compatible cameras with Canon's Multi-Function shoe, a firmware update may be required. Note, not all functions may be supported with all cameras (the EOS R5 C and camcorders with the Multi-Function shoe are not supported).
  2. Using a fully charged LP-EL

What's in the box

  • SPEEDLITE EL-1 (Ver.2)

  • Speedlite case

  • Battery Pack LP-EL

  • Battery Charger LC-E6E

  • Mini stand

  • Bounce Adapter SBA-EL

  • Color Filter SCF-ELOR1

  • Color Filter SCF-ELOR2

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  1. 1/8192 to 1/1 power charging time required for firing.
  2. At 23 degrees C, with the fan set to ON, and before reaching flash firing restriction Level 1, with no flash adapters fitted (bursts up to 160 full power flashes with the flash zoomed from 150-200mm)
  3. Indicates the remaining capacity of the internal battery only, not external power sources
  4. Guide number 58 measured for meters at ISO 100 and 200mm zoom head setting.
  5. Minimum flash output is 1/128 for high-speed sync or optical wireless transmission.