Which external flash works best with the Canon Rebel T7 for beginners?

Question

So I finally upgraded to the Rebel T7 after using an old T3i for years and I just realized something super annoying. I was looking at getting a cheap Yongnuo for my cousins wedding in Seattle next weekend but then I read online that Canon actually removed the center sync pin on the T7 hot shoe?? Im kinda panicking because my old manual flashes wont work now and I have like a $150 budget max. I was thinking maybe Godox but I dont know if the firmware fix actually works for the T7 specifically or if I need an official Canon one like the 430EX. My logic was to stay cheap but now I feel like I might be forced into the expensive stuff... does anyone know which brand actually fires on this weird shoe?

sydney.meyer · Accepted Answer

OMG dont panic!! You can totally find awesome gear on that budget. I love these two for being super reliable and budget-friendly:

Godox TT350C Mini TTL Flash for Canon

This one is fantastic for beginners and fits the T7 perfectly.

Yongnuo YN568EX III Speedlite for Canon

Just make sure its the mark III version, it works amazing with the pinless shoe! Youve got this!

Stephanie Ann Thompson · Answer

The lack of a center sync pin on the T7 is definitely frustrating. You dont need to buy Canon brand to fix this tho. The Godox TT685II-C TTL Flash for Canon is specifically updated to work with that hot shoe.

GN60 guide number

full E-TTL II support

2.4GHz wireless transmission It fits your 150 budget. The Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT Flash is the official option, but the specs are basically identical for more money.