Konstantinos Bibis wrote: I just bought a 550ex flash, and while shooting I left my 50e aside switched on with the 550ex switched on as well (NOT in the SE position). After I think a couple of hours, the batteries of the flash were completely flat. I couldn't even get the flash LCD. Is that because it wasn't left in the SE position ? If that is the case why would one not use the SE ? Why were the batteries exhausted so quickly? Is the flash consuming power when not in use ? Is that why it's making a noise as well ?
------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------- Yes. The SE is a "Saves Energy" setting. I use this when I want the flash to go to sleep after about 5-7 minutes of non-use. When you pick up the camera and touch the shutter release the Flash comes back on and charges up again for use. Great feature. Times you would not use SE is when you are at an event and can't afford to miss a shot since it may take a couple of seconds for the flash to charge back up after going to sleep. Peter K * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
