Canon PowerShot G16 review – Flash
Simple pop-up flash units can produce some good results, but they have their limitations. Often the resulting images can look quite flat or there is simply not enough flash coverage to light the subject evenly. However, the Canon PowerShot G16 features a hotshoe that is compatible with the same flashes as used on the range of Canon EOS DSLRs. For many Canon users, this is very useful as full E-TTL flash works with EX-series Speedlites, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Canon High Powered Flash HF-DC1 and HF DC2.
I simply attached a Canon Speedlite 580 EX II to the hotshoe and was able to shoot with the flash pointed upwards with the bounce card up to achieve nice lighting on the subject. In addition, I was able to use a wireless Phottix Strato II Transceiver mounted to the hotshoe alongside two receivers attached to two 580 EX II flashguns. I triggered these wirelessly to create wonderful lighting on my subject and really bring the image to life.
