Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet

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★★★★☆
4.3

 

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Pros

  • Fast recycling (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Consistent output (2)
  • Affordable (1)
  • Cheap (1)
  • Quiet (1)
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Cons

  • Weak construction (3)
  • Doesn't work (1)
  • Inconsistent output (1)
  • Looks fragile (1)
  • Not durable (1)
  • Not e-ttl (1)
  • Poor battery life (1)
  • Slow recycling (1)
  • Weak casing (1)

Best Uses

  • Macro (4)
  • Fill flash (1)
  • Portraits (1)
  • Professional work (1)
 
 
 

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RL-59C TTL Macro Ringlight Flash

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Model PO4212, RL59P
UPC 720916042122
Dedication Canon
Dedication Pentax

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Last update: Aug 6, 2008

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Reviews

 
 
 

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

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[6 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★☆
4.0
I have an older model works great w dSLR

"Good for occasional use - hey what do you want for 1/4 the price of the Canon ring light - works with my D30 and 40D..." Read Full Review »

Dec 29, 2007 by Slick

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1.0
Poor quality

"Poor in all aspects. Needs brand new batteries all the time or it will not charge. Only used it three times in two years and now it is dead...." Read Full Review »

Aug 02, 2006 by Juan F

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[6 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Review

Poor quality

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Battery hungry
  • Not Durable
  • Slow Recycling
  • Weak Construction

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Poor in all aspects. Needs brand new batteries all the time or it will not charge. Only used it three times in two years and now it is dead. "

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Aug 2 2006
Juan F
Round Rock, TX
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[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Review

Good quality/flash

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output

    Cons

  • Looks fragile

    Best Uses

  • Macro
 

"Its not the best you can buy but if your budget doesnt allow you to make a party everyday, this macro ringlight is a very good choice for the price it has "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 12 2008
akent
Gran Canaria, Canary Islands - Spain
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[2 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Review

incorrect ring light for digital camera

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Fast Recycling
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Does Not Work

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Professional Work
 

"The RL-59C came from [...] as a package with the Canon Digtl RBL XTI Dental Camera outfit. I thought the ring light was broken. I called Phoenix prior to return for repair and they told me this ring light only works on film cameras. [...] told me "tough luck" without the original box for return. I …"  Read Full Review »

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Jul 10 2007
Ray
Greenwood Villdage, CO.
I am:
  • Casual user
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Review

I have an older model works great w dSLR

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Fast Recycling
  • Inexpensive
  • Lightweight
  • Quiet

    Cons

  • Weak Casing

    Best Uses

  • Macro photography
 

"Good for occasional use - hey what do you want for 1/4 the price of the Canon ring light - works with my D30 and 40D "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 29 2007
Slick
CT USA
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  • Professional
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[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Phoenix RL-59C Automatic TTL Ringlight Flash for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings, Guide Number of 59 at ISO 100 feet Review

Poor Quality Ringlight to Avoid

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

"This flash has poor quality build, including a battery door that broke with a few uses. Do not be lured by the low price rag, as this flash is simply unacceptable. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 6 2008
canonizer
Photography, USA
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