Canon 580EX II, Broken - HELP!

shayboos

Suspended / Banned
Messages
4
Edit My Images
No
Hi everyone!
It's my first post so I'd like to say hello :-)

I need advice, help and probably new flashgun :-(
I dropped my backpack from 20-30cm on the pavement with my flashgun inside (it was in that fabric soft case). About hour later I took it out to take few photos and I almost start crying, but first of all swearing :-) I saw red plastic distance meter in pieces... it seems to work fine, but I'm not sure is everything 100% OK...?

-Does anyone know how important is that red, plastic cover? Can flashgun work properly without it?
-Can it be replaced? I didn't contact any service yet.

It looks like that measuring-lamps (whatever it's called) are a bit bended, and I don't have anything to compare is it OK, or damaged?

Kindly regards.
12238300385

12238716104
 
I would contact a Canon service centre for a quote to get it fixed. If it is just the lens over the lamps then it is unlikely to be costly to sort out. It may even work fine without it but you will lose the weather sealing.

The 580EXII is pro kit and will be supported as such.

Oh, and welcome to the forum!:)

Just found one on ebay if you fancy a bit of DIY!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Can...igital_Camera_Accessories&hash=item4d0f0bcebe
 
Last edited:
Back
Top