Canon Speedlite 270EX Flash

Canon Speedlite 270EX Flash
The Canon Speedlite 270EX is a compact, lightweight on-camera flash designed for photographers who need more power and versatility than a built-in flash can provide without the bulk of a full-sized strobe. Perfectly sized for PowerShot G-series and EOS Rebel cameras, the 270EX offers a simple, intuitive interface while still providing advanced features like bounce flash and E-TTL II compatibility. Whether you are an amateur looking to improve your indoor portraits or a pro needing a pocketable “fill” light, this Speedlite is an essential addition to any camera bag.

Versatile Lighting & Power
Adjustable Bounce Head: Unlike standard pop-up flashes, the 270EX head tilts upward at 60°, 75°, and 90° angles. This allows you to “bounce” light off ceilings or walls for softer, more flattering illumination and natural-looking shadows.

Two-Step Zoom: The flash head features a manual two-step adjustment to optimize light coverage for different focal lengths, ensuring efficient light distribution for both wide-angle and telephoto shots.

Rapid Recycling: Optimized for performance, the flash recycles in approximately 0.1 to 3.9 seconds, ensuring you are ready to capture the next moment quickly.

Dual-AA Power: Running on just two AA batteries, this flash is incredibly efficient and easy to maintain while traveling, minimizing the weight and space it takes up in your gear.

Precision Exposure & AF Support
E-TTL II Auto Exposure: This flash fully supports Canon’s sophisticated Evaluative Through-The-Lens (E-TTL II) technology. When paired with a compatible EOS camera and lens, it uses subject distance and ambient light data to automatically calculate the perfect flash output, regardless of subject reflectance.

Built-in AF-Assist Beam: In low-light environments, the 270EX emits a dedicated AF-assist beam. This helps your camera’s autofocus system—including complex 45-point Area AF types—lock onto subjects quickly and accurately.

High-Contrast Performance: Because it analyzes the scene intelligently, the 270EX is excellent for difficult shooting scenarios like weddings or events where white dresses, black suits, and reflective surfaces often trick standard flashes.

Design & Portability
Ultra-Compact Form Factor: The 270EX is small enough to fit in a jacket pocket, making it the ideal companion for compact mirrorless or point-and-shoot cameras that feature a standard hotshoe.

Streamlined Controls: Designed for ease of use, most flash settings can be controlled directly through the menu system of compatible EOS DSLR and mirrorless bodies, keeping the physical flash design clean and durable.

Technical Specifications
Compatibility: E-TTL II / E-TTL / TTL

Tilt Range: 0° to 90°

Power Source: 2x AA Batteries (Alkaline or NiMH)

Recycle Time: Approx. 0.1 – 3.9 Seconds

Weight: Approx. 5.1 oz (145 g) (Without batteries)