Professional Flash

Canon SPEEDLITE EL-5 (Ver.2)

Specifications

Specifications

  • Guide number 60m

    Light up distant subjects and large groups

  • Fast 0.1-1.2 sec recycle times

    Up to approx. 85* full power flashes in a burst

    * Using a fully charged LP-EL battery under Canon testing conditions. Continuous flash count at full output until flash firing restriction Level 1.

  • Multi-Function foot interface

    Reliable, fast communication with increased functionality

  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery

    Up to approx. 350* shots at full power

    * Using a fully charged LP-EL battery under Canon testing conditions. Continuous flash count at full output until flash firing restriction Level 1.

  • Wide range of power levels

    From full to 1/1024* power, for maximum flexibility

    * Minimum flash output is 1/128 for high-speed sync.

  • Built-in LED modelling light

    With 5 brightness levels

  • Accurate battery level indicator

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

  • Weather-resistant construction

    Work confidently in poor conditions

Specifications in detail

Power

  • Guide Number (ISO100) Meters
    (Wide panel: 14.8) 28.7-60.0

Zoom

  • Zoom Head
    Auto/Manual
  • Focal Length Coverage
    24- 200mm
  • Coverage with Wide Panel
    14mm
  • Auto Zoom for Sensor Size
    Yes
  • Active Cooling System
    No - Enhanced passive cooling

Mounting Foot

  • Foot Type
    Multi- Function shoe1

Flash Modes

  • Auto Exposure Control
    E-TTLII / E-TTL
  • High Speed Sync (FP)
    Yes
  • Manual / Output Settings
    Yes-1/1- 1/10242
  • Manual Steps
    1/3-step
  • Stroboscopic (MULTI) Flash
    Yes3
  • Continuous Shooting Priority (CP) Mode
    No
  • Continuous Flashes in a Burst
    Maximum at full power: Approx. 854
  • Stroboscopic Frequency
    1-500Hz

Flash-Related Function

  • FE Lock
    Yes
  • FE Memory
    Yes
  • Flash Exposure Compensation
    ±3 stops
  • Flash Exposure Bracketing
    ±3 stops
  • First / Second-Curtain Flash Sync
    Yes/Yes
  • High Speed Sync (FP)
    Yes
  • Modelling Flash
    No
  • Modelling Lamp
    Yes (5 brightness levels)
  • Colour Temperature Info Communication
    Yes

Wireless Flash

  • Transmitter
    Yes
  • Transmission Type
    Radio
  • Transmitter Range
    Approx. 50m5
  • Wireless First / Second-Curtain Flash Sync
    Yes/Yes
  • Receiver
    Yes
  • Max. Number of Transmitters / Receivers
    15 / 15 (16 in total of any combination)
  • Number of Groups
    Radio: A,B,C,D,E
  • Number of Channels
    Radio: 1-15, Auto
  • LINKED Shooting
    Radio: Yes

Flash Head Movement

  • Up
    120°
  • Down
    7°
  • Left
    180°
  • Right
    180°

AF Assist

  • AF Assist Beam
    Dual white LED light
  • Number of AF Points Supported
    N/A
  • AF-assist range (at centre)
    Approx. 0.6-10m

Power Source

  • Battery
    Rechargeable (Lithium-ion)
    Battery Pack LP-EL
  • Battery Level Indicator
    5 levels or percentage6
  • Minimum Recycling Time
    Approx. 0.1-1.2sec7 8
  • Number of Flashes (Fully Charged Battery)
    Approx. 350-2450
  • External Power Supply
    No

Construction

  • Dust and Water Resistance
    Yes

Miscellaneous

  • Custom Function
    11 x C.Fn / 8 x P.Fn / 3 x Custom Modes
  • Flash Settings from Camera Menus
    Yes9
  • External Flash Exposure Sensor
    No
  • PC Terminal
    No
  • Accessories (Included)
    LP-EL Battery, Mini-stand, Speedlite Case
  • Accessories (Optional)
    Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT
    v2/v3, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10, Battery Pack LP-EL, Battery
    Charger LC-E6E, Off Camera
    Shoe Cord OC-E4A
  • Compatible Speedlites
    EL & EX series Speedlites with radio receiver function

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)
    80.2x139.9x123.3
  • Weight
    487g
  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 Cinema EOS cameras, including the EOS R5 C / EOS C50 and camcorders with the Multi-Function shoe are not supported).
  2. Minimum flash output is 1/128 for high-speed sync.
  3. Flash output setting range of 1/1024 to 1/4.
  4. Using a fully charged LP-EL battery under Canon testing conditions. Continuous flash count at full output until flash firing restriction Level 1.
  5. In good environmental conditions, and without radio interference from other devices.
  6. Only indicates remaining capacity of internal batteries; no level display available for external power sources.
  7. Using a fully charged LP-EL battery under Canon testing conditions. Continuous flash count at full output until flash firing restriction Level 1.
  8. 1/1024 to 1/1 power charging time required for firing.
  9. With Compatible cameras only.