Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash for Canon
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Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT

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Nissin MF18 C

Macro Ring Type Flash

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Nissin MF18 C vs Canon 430EX III-RT Comparison Overview

In this review, we'll compare the Nissin MF18 C Macro Ring flash with the Canon 430EX III-RT Macro Ring flash. We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two flashes. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Nissin MF18 C Key Specs

Macro Ring Type Flash

Designed for Canon Cameras

Guide Number: 53' / 16.2

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

Weight: 445g / 0.98 lb

Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.6 x 3.3' / 11.5 x 6.5 x 8.5 cm (Controller) 4.7 x 5.3 x 1.6' / 12.0 x 13.4 x 4.1 cm (Ring)

Canon 430EX III-RT Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Canon Cameras

24-mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 141' / 16.2

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

0 to +90° Bounce Head

330° Swivel Head

Weight: 295g / 0.65 lb

Dimensions: 2.8 x 4.5 x 3.9" / 70.5 x 113.8 x 98.2 mm

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Reasons to choose Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash for Canon over Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT

Secondary Illumination	Modeling Light vs No	Improve the overall lighting of a scene

Reasons to choose Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT over Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash for Canon

Wide Angle Adapter	Yes (14mm) vs No	Go wider with the adapter
Max Guide Number	141' vs 53'	88' Longer coverage
Auto-Zoom Head	Yes vs No	Automatically matches the focal length of the lens
Bounce Head	Yes (0 to +90°) vs No	Bounce the light to create softer and diffused lighting
Swivel Head	Yes (330°) vs No	Easily bounce the light from the sides
Flash Compensation Setting	-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) vs No	Adjust flash compensation on the unit
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync / HSS	Yes vs No	Speeds faster than camera' Max sync speed
Second Curtain Sync	Yes vs No	Useful for capturing motion blur
Weight	295g vs 445.1g	150.1g lighter

Common Strengths of Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash for Canon and Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT

Wireless Operation	Yes vs Yes	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
TTL Operation	Yes vs Yes	Through the Lens Auto Exposure

Common Weaknesses of Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash for Canon and Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT

Off-Camera Terminal	No vs No	Wired connection between camera and flash not an option
TTL Operation	No vs No	No Through the Lens Auto Exposure

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Nissin MF18 C vs Canon 430EX III-RT Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

GENERAL
Brand	Nissin	Canon
Manufacturer Product Code	NDMF18-C	0585C003
Type	Macro Ring	On Camera
Mount Type	Shoe Mount (Controller), Lens Mount (Flash)	Shoe
TECHNICAL SPECS
Guide Number	53' / 16.2m at ISO 100	141' / 43m at ISO 100
Guide Number Measured at	50mm	-
Focal Coverage	-	24-105mm (FF equiv.)
Coverage w/ Adapter	-	14mm (FF equiv.)
Flash Duration	1/700 to 1/300sec	-
Flash Duration	Approx. 0.1 to 5.5sec	Approx. 0.1 to 3.5sec
Power Range	1/1 to 1/1024	1/1 to 1/64
Flash Compensation	No	-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
TTL Operation	Yes	Yes
Wireless Operation	Radio (TTL) Unspecified Range	Radio (TTL/Manual) Up to 98.43' / 30 m
Wireless Channels/Groups	-	15 / 5
FEATURES
Auto-Zoom Head	No	Yes
Bounce Head	No	0 to +90°
Swivel Head	No	Yes (330°)
Off-Camera Terminal	No	No
Mobile App Compatibility	No	No
Secondary Illumination	Modeling Light	No
Exposure Controls	Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II	Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
Flash Modes	None	Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync
High-Speed Sync / HSS	No	Yes
Second Curtain Sync	No	Yes
Slow Sync Mode	No	No
Stroboscopic Mode	No	No
BATTERY and PHYSICAL SPECS
Internal Power	4x AA	4x AA (Alkaline, NiMH)
External Power-Pack	No	No
Weight	445.1g / 0.98 lb	295g / 0.65 lb
Dimensions	4.5 x 2.6 x 3.3' / 11.5 x 6.5 x 8.5 cm (Controller) 4.7 x 5.3 x 1.6' / 12.0 x 13.4 x 4.1 cm (Ring)	2.8 x 4.5 x 3.9" / 70.5 x 113.8 x 98.2 mm