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How can I use a 70D with a 580 EX II, 580 EX, and Yongnuo 568 EX II?

Preston
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I'm trying to figure out how I can use my 70D with a 580 EX II, 580 EX, and Yongnuo 568 EX II simultaneously (with cords). I know I can use two of them at the same time, but the problem is I don't see a PC Sync port on my 70D where I can attach the third one. Is it there but I'm just not seeing it? 

 

And does anyone have any advice on how I can use all three of these flashes at the same time?

 

Thanks

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You've been busy.  Ok, easiest question first:

 

$71 for the cable?  Hah!  Send it back!!!  No question about it.  That's a set of 622s right there, which can do everything that cable can, and more.

 

Yes, that information that you saw on Flash Havoc is exactly what I was referring to in my post above.  What it means is that you cannot control flash power of the 580ex (original) through the camera menu.  For your other flashes you can actually go into your camera's flash menu and adjust power remotely with the YN-622.  However, that new transmitter allows you to do it on the transmitter instead of scrolling through menus - much, much easier.  Most likely you won't be able to do that for the 580ex (original) but it should still fire fine.  I'm guessing that it should even work in eTTL, but I'm guessing.  If I'm correct then there won't be any difference with your flashes when in eTTL mode.  In manual mode you could remotely adjust the power of your 580ex II and 568 II, but not the 580 ex (original).


As to what to do now, well that's up to you.  If this is all too overwhelming for you then perhaps step back, do some research and hold off until you feel comfortable.  My recommendation hasn't changed.  The 622s are the way to go if you want eTTL (if you want manual only you could go even cheaper).

 

That link you posted from eBay is good.  Too good actually.  Yongnuo has an eBay account, that's where they started actually, and their prices are higher than that.  The seller has a good rep, but buy at your own risk.  Personally, I'd rather pay $10 more and get it from Amazon (with 2 day delivery if you're a prime member).

 

I found a combo with the LED master for the same price as the 622s:

 

http://www.amazon.com/YN-622C-KIT-YN622C-KIT-including-Controller-Transceiver/dp/B00NW3KNZO/ref=sr_1...

 

And then you just get a set of 622s, also for $80:

 

http://www.amazon.com/Yongnuo-Wireless-Receiver-Transmitter-Transceiver/dp/B0090BSSZO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=...

 

3 eTTL off-camera flashes with remote power control for $160.  Wouldn't even be a down payment for a single Canon 600ex-RT.

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MikeSowsun
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There is no PC port on a 70D. The Yongnuo 568 EX II can be used a a slave just like the 580EX or 580EX II.  Why do you want to use a connecting cord?

Mike Sowsun

Thanks for the reply. As for why I want to use connecting cords, it's because it's a lot simpler for a beginner and I haven't gotten to the parts yet in the books I'm reading right now that explain how to do it wirelessly. From what I've read thus far, it seems intimidating so I thought I'd start out with cords and then move on to doing it wirelessly. I wasn't even sure I could use two of them as slaves until you said so too.

You can fire all three flashes at the same time using the pop up flash on your 70D as Master.  Try watching this video to get a better idea on how this works:  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=70d+wirelss+flash

 

You can also search out 60D videos as it works the same way:  

 

 httphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ec4evXmUoiMs://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ec4evXmUoiM

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Gefc3jgBXk

Mike Sowsun

Thanks for those links. That helps. I may have to watch them a couple of times though to figure them out fully 🙂

The "groups" thing has be kinda confused, and there may be some other questions I have too once I try setting it up... hopefully not. We'll see...

I don't have the Yongnuo 568 EX II but you can use as many 580 EX II's as you want wireless.  As long as they can "see" each other and they are not too far apart.  It is way easier than PC cords.  But in the event you don't think so, you can buy a PC-hot shoe adapter.  Click me.

EB
EOS 1DX and 1D Mk IV and less lenses then before!

The Yongnuo is supposed to be just like the 580 EX II. That's what I've heard from a couple other camera buffs anyway. But the manual is near impossible to decipher as it was written by a non-native English speaker. I'm glad you think wireless is easier than cords though. maybe it won't be so hard to set up wirelessly after all. This is the cord I bought a few days ago: http://www.ebay.com/itm/131279358420?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

That is an off camera flash adaptor.  Not really a hot shoe to PC adaptor but I suppose you could get it to work.  I still think you should try the wireless route.  It really is less difficult.   Smiley Happy

EB
EOS 1DX and 1D Mk IV and less lenses then before!

Thanks I'll try setting things up wirelessly when I get a chance. You may hear back from me if I have a problem though This is all new to me  😉

Once you figure out wireless it's really not that difficult.  Just a matter of getting things set up properly.

 

If you want eTTL then get the Yongnuo RF-622 ($70 per set), if you're fine in manual only get either the Yongnuo RF-602 ($20 per set) or RF-603 II ($30 per set).  Done.

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