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Canon Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras

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Features

  • Advanced Amateur flash with a new multi-function shoe connector for enhanced camera communication and functionality
  • The Speedlite EL-5 borrows some of the best features of the flagship EL-1 flash, such as a lithium-ion rechargable battery and a modeling lamp
  • Even though the EL-5 does not have a fan it is still has a continuous flash count of approx. 95 or more at full output
  • Since the EL-5 does not need to use any power for a fan, all of that power can be used exclusively to charge and fire the flash - increaseing the number of continuous flashes to 350
  • Features the same joystick control and high-definition LCD as the EL-1
  • Battery Pack LP-EL is charged with the Canon LC-E6 charger (not included)
  • Utilize the free Canon Connect smartphone app to change settings like flash intensity, flash compensation, sync settings, multi-flash control, and FEB remotely

Description

The Speedlite EL-5 is a newly designed flash that carries over many features from the flagship Speedlite EL-1 with some modern features all its own. For example, the EL-5 uses the same high-capacity LP-EL rechargeable battery. This upgrade alone gives the EL-5 the ability to perform better than any Canon AA- battery powered flash. With this new power, at full manual flash power, you get a recycle time of 1.2 seconds, and up to 350 flashes on a single battery charge. Since the EL-5 does not have an internal fan, all of that power is being used to recycle and fire the flash. Another feature brought over from the EL-1 is the joystick and selection dial so you can effortlessly operate this flash quickly, even while shooting. Additionally, the new Multi-function connector at the EL-5’s “foot” enables advanced communications on cameras equipped with a multi-function shoe. You can adjust settings for your flash right on your camera touch LCD. Important: because of the transition to Canon’s Multi-function accessory shoe, please be aware that Speedlite EL-5 cannot be mounted or used on Canon cameras with other accessory shoe designs.

Brand: Canon


Compatible Mountings: Canon Multi-Function Shoe


Flash Sync Speed: 1/200s or 1/250s


Included Components: Speedlite EL-5 Flash, Soft Case, Stand, LP-EL Battery Pack


Product Dimensions: 3.2"D x 4.9"W x 5.5"H


Product Dimensions: 4.9 x 3.2 x 5.5 inches


Item Weight: 1.08 pounds


Item model number: 5654C002


Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)


Date First Available: November 2, 2022


Manufacturer: Canon USA


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    • Good Flash but Possible Battery Drain
Update: Canon had a recall (called service advisory or something like that) which fixed the issue. I sent my flash and canon replaced the battery box and now the flash keeps charge as you’d expect. So, get your flash fixed too. Worth it! Excellent flash if the battery retains charge. Bought one but the battery in that flash drained to unusable level in a day. Returned that and reordered. The new one is fine. Even after taking about 50 pics in darkness and leaving the battery in the flash, it still shows 85% after 5 days. So, if you experience battery issues, get a different piece. Will only work with the newest cameras due to the new interface. Also, need a good diffuser, none available now. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2023 by Preethi
    • Powerful and crazy easy to use if you're new to flash photography
I'm not a professional photographer but I wanted something in that range because it works incredibly well. I've spent some time in learning how to use it but honestly it stays on ETTL (Auto) more than anything. Paired with my Canon R6 Mark II it's churching out some beautiful photos. I don't know what they're communicating to each other but considering I shoot primarily in Aperture or Shutter Priority, and it adjusts perfectly to the setting and my in-camera settings each time without delay is mind blowing. My pictures come out GOOD with very little effort. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2024 by Luis
    • A Total Scam – Defective Canon EL-5, Abysmal Service, and Zero Accountability
I'dgive negative star if I can. I am absolutely livid about this purchase, and you should be warned before falling into the same trap. In December 2024, I bought a Canon EL-5 from Amazon, sold by the utterly deplorable Focus Camera LLC, and it has been a complete disaster from the moment I started using it. Imagine my rage when I discovered that the battery drains at an insane rate—completely dead in 2 days—even when the device is switched off. At first, I thought I’d somehow gotten a dud, but no, it’s far worse than that. A quick investigation revealed that Canon officially admitted this was a widespread product defect back in September 2024 and issued a recall. A RECALL! Let that sink in: this wasn’t some minor glitch; it’s a known, documented failure, and yet Amazon and Focus Camera LLC had the audacity to keep peddling this garbage months later like nothing was wrong. Fuming, I contacted Amazon customer service, expecting them to step up and make this right. What did I get instead? A pathetic, lazy brush-off: “Oh, just talk to the seller.” Are you kidding me? I paid Amazon for this, not some shady middleman! But fine, I swallowed my frustration and reached out to Focus Camera LLC. Their response? An infuriating game of pass-the-buck—they kicked me right back to Amazon, refusing to lift a finger to help. No refund, no replacement, no accountability—just a smug “not our problem” attitude. I’ve been bounced between these two clowns like a ping-pong ball, and neither has the decency to own up to this mess. This isn’t just bad service; it’s borderline criminal. Amazon, a multi-billion-dollar company, should be utterly humiliated for letting this defective junk stay listed on their site post-recall, preying on unsuspecting customers like me. And Focus Camera LLC? They’re a disgrace—an absolute bottom-feeder of a seller with zero integrity or competence. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2025 by CHL
    • Canon EL-5 with Canon R6 II better then Godox on camera flash.
The menu is so user friendly you don’t need to read the manual . Better build, and absolutely stronger then a Godox , also this mount is solid and water proof. and If I need to get support and fix a I can count on Canon repair department . I’m a 50 years veteran photographer I never liked any of the Canon flashes before but this one is a Winner. I can also use Magmod adapter with accessories no problem but it becomes a bit front heavy. I prefer using Wyng bounce device very light. Last the battery is absolutely powerful and recycle time really fast So far I shot 3 corporate events and the battery was only down one line for for then 500 shots 1/8 of power camera was set at 2500 ISO aperture 4.5 Canon lens 24/105 L F 4 Hopefully this will help you make a final decision. This is no doubt a great flash very pleased. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2024 by CB10
    • They are great... When they work...
I was super excited to get these flashes! I bought them to replace a pair of 600EX II RT flashes which I was controlling with my Canon EL-1's. I loved the fact that the new EL-5's had the updated LCD screens, and most importantly, they use the same LP-EL batteries from the EL-1's! However, the main issue I started having with them was connectivity with the EL-1's. Using them as 'receivers/slaves', they keep dropping and losing the radio signal randomly. When this happens, you have to turn them off and turn them back on to reconnect. This is fine for small shoots, but a pain if you have to run across an event hall during a wedding, or worse, while taking family pictures and they keep going down randomly.... very embarrassing! I've had MUCH better luck with the Yongnuo YN600EX-RT II flashes and these have never let me down once... Canon needs to revisit these, especially when the Multi-functional Hot Shoe isn't compatible with the EOS R5 bodies that I'm currently using. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024 by Bernard
    • Amazing, except when . . .
Love that it is a lithium battery. Love how well it works with my R6ii. Kinda hate that I can take the fully charged battery, shoot for ten minutes, set it down for a day or maybe two and the battery is flat dead. What the heck? Do I really need to take the battery out when I am not using it? My batteries in my cameras don't die in hours when not used. This is has happened several times. really frustrating. About to do a shoot and the battery is dead when I barely used it. Flash is off. Why is it drawing power? Though it does charge fast (90 minutes or so). Other than that the R6ii with the flash is freaking amazing (as primary light and as fill flash on a sunny day, they work great) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023 by Matt716 in OH

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