Which external flash works best with Canon Rebel T7?

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Does anyone know which external flash actually works with the Canon Rebel T7 since it doesn't have that middle trigger pin? I've been shooting for a few years and usually use my trusty old Speedlites, but I just grabbed a T7 as a cheap backup for a friend's wedding in Seattle next month and realized my current gear won't even fire on this hot shoe. Total oversight on my part not checking the specs first but it's super frustrating that Canon removed the universal pin.

I'm looking for something that supports E-TTL if possible because I won't have time to mess with manual settings during the reception. My budget is around 150 bucks since it's just for a backup body. I've heard maybe the Godox V860II or something from the V1 line works but I'm seeing conflicting stuff online about the firmware updates needed to bypass the pin issue...

LuminousLynx · Accepted Answer

Ugh, yeah, I ran into the same headache last year. Honestly its pretty disappointing that Canon nerfed that hot shoe. I tried using my old gear and it was a total disaster at a family shoot... super frustrating. Unfortunately most older flashes just wont fire. I ended up getting the Godox V860II-C Speedlite for Canon. It works fine once you update it. Just make sure the firmware is current before the wedding.

Matthew · Answer

The Godox TT685II-C TTL Flash for Canon is your best bet here! It is a fantastic choice because Godox specifically updated their newer units to work with those pin-less Canon bodies. The E-TTL accuracy is amazing and fits your budget perfectly at around 130 bucks. Just ensure the firmware is up to date and itll fire perfectly every time. Love how reliable these are for wedding backups!

AbstractAlias · Answer

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