--- product_id: 487139101 title: "Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras" brand: "canon" price: "€ 672.09" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Canon" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/487139101-speedlite-el-5-portable-camera-flash-compatible-with-select-eos store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 350 flashes per charge Joystick control & HD LCD Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras **Brand:** canon **Price:** € 672.09 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Elevate your shots with speed and power—flash like a pro, every time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras by canon - **How much does it cost?** € 672.09 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/487139101-speedlite-el-5-portable-camera-flash-compatible-with-select-eos) ## Best For - canon enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted canon brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Remote Flash Mastery:** Canon Connect app lets you tweak settings wirelessly—stay in control without missing a shot. - • **Power Meets Precision:** 1.2-second recycle time with lithium-ion battery for lightning-fast shooting. - • **Unmatched Flash Endurance:** Up to 350 continuous flashes on a single charge—never miss the moment. - • **Seamless Camera Integration:** Multi-function shoe connector enables advanced communication with EOS R series. - • **Intuitive Control at Your Fingertips:** Joystick and high-definition LCD for effortless, on-the-fly adjustments. ## Overview The Canon Speedlite EL-5 is a cutting-edge portable flash designed exclusively for select EOS R series mirrorless cameras. Featuring a high-capacity lithium-ion battery, it delivers up to 350 flashes per charge with a rapid 1.2-second recycle time. Its multi-function shoe connector ensures seamless camera communication, while the joystick control and HD LCD provide intuitive operation. Compatible with the Canon Connect app, the EL-5 offers remote flash control, making it the ultimate tool for professional and advanced amateur photographers seeking reliable, high-performance lighting. ## Description The Speedlite EL-5 is a newly designed flash that carries over many features from the flagship Speedlite EL-1 with some modern features all its own. For example, the EL-5 uses the same high-capacity LP-EL rechargeable battery. This upgrade alone gives the EL-5 the ability to perform better than any Canon AA-battery powered flash. With this new power, at full manual flash power, you get a recycle time of 1.2 seconds, and up to 350 flashes on a single battery charge. Since the EL-5 does not have an internal fan, all of that power is being used to recycle and fire the flash. Another feature brought over from the EL-1 is the joystick and selection dial so you can effortlessly operate this flash quickly, even while shooting. Additionally, the new Multi-function connector at the EL-5’s “foot” enables advanced communications on cameras equipped with a multi-function shoe.* You can adjust settings for your flash right on your camera touch LCD. Important: because of the transition to Canon’s Multi-function accessory shoe, please be aware that Speedlite EL-5 cannot be mounted or used on Canon cameras with other accessory shoe designs. Review: Canon EL-5 with Canon R6 II better then Godox on camera flash. - The menu is so user friendly you don’t need to read the manual . Better build, and absolutely stronger then a Godox , also this mount is solid and water proof. and If I need to get support and fix a I can count on Canon repair department . I’m a 50 years veteran photographer I never liked any of the Canon flashes before but this one is a Winner. I can also use Magmod adapter with accessories no problem but it becomes a bit front heavy. I prefer using Wyng bounce device very light. Last the battery is absolutely powerful and recycle time really fast So far I shot 3 corporate events and the battery was only down one line for for then 500 shots 1/8 of power camera was set at 2500 ISO aperture 4.5 Canon lens 24/105 L F 4 Hopefully this will help you make a final decision. This is no doubt a great flash very pleased. Review: Good Flash but Possible Battery Drain - Update: Canon had a recall (called service advisory or something like that) which fixed the issue. I sent my flash and canon replaced the battery box and now the flash keeps charge as you’d expect. So, get your flash fixed too. Worth it! Excellent flash if the battery retains charge. Bought one but the battery in that flash drained to unusable level in a day. Returned that and reordered. The new one is fine. Even after taking about 50 pics in darkness and leaving the battery in the flash, it still shows 85% after 5 days. So, if you experience battery issues, get a different piece. Will only work with the newest cameras due to the new interface. Also, need a good diffuser, none available now. ## Features - Advanced Amateur flash with a new multi-function shoe connector for enhanced camera communication and functionality - The Speedlite EL-5 borrows some of the best features of the flagship EL-1 flash, such as a lithium-ion rechargable battery and a modeling lamp - Even though the EL-5 does not have a fan it is still has a continuous flash count of approx. 95 or more at full output - Since the EL-5 does not need to use any power for a fan, all of that power can be used exclusively to charge and fire the flash - increaseing the number of continuous flashes to 350 - Features the same joystick control and high-definition LCD as the EL-1 - Battery Pack LP-EL is charged with the Canon LC-E6 charger (not included) - Utilize the free Canon Connect smartphone app to change settings like flash intensity, flash compensation, sync settings, multi-flash control, and FEB remotely ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BL876KV7 | | Audio Recording | No | | Battery Average Life | 7 days | | Best Sellers Rank | #53 in Shoe-Mount Flashes | | Brand | Canon | | Built-In Media | Speedlite EL-5 Flash, Soft Case, Stand, LP-EL Battery Pack | | Camera Flash | external | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Canon EOS R6 Mark II, Canon EOS R, Canon EOS R3 | | Compatible Mountings | Canon | | Connectivity Technology | Wireless | | Continuous shooting speed | 95 FPS | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (127) | | Exposure Control Type | Automatic, TTL | | Flash Sync Speed | 1/200s or 1/250s | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00013803352238 | | Guide Number | 58 | | Hardware Interface | USB Docking Station | | Has Self-Timer | No | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2.8"D x 2.6"W x 3.6"H | | Item Weight | 490 Grams | | Light Sensitivity | Wide | | Manufacturer | Canon USA | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5654C002 | | Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/200s or 1/250s | | Media Type | ProductImage | | Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/240s | | Model Name | Canon Speedlite EL-5 | | Model Number | 5654C002 | | Mount Type | Canon Multi-Function Shoe | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) | | Shooting Modes | Auto, On, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync | | UPC | 013803352238 | | Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder (EVF) | | Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer | | Water Resistance Level | Moisture Resistant | | Wireless Technology | {MY | ## Product Details - **Battery Life:** 7 days - **Brand:** Canon - **Camera Flash:** external - **Compatible Mountings:** Canon - **Flash Sync Speed:** 1/200s or 1/250s ## Images ![Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Ff8aXACNL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: will this work for a canon eos r ?** A: No it won’t work with an EOS R. It only works with new Canon cameras with the multi-function shoe. You can find a list of compatible cameras on the Canon specs page for the EL-5. **Q: Hi. does this flash work on the canon eos r camera? not the canon eos r line, the actual canon eos r model camera.** A: It's only compatible with newer cameras (R7,R10,R3,R6II) with the multi-function hotshoe. **Q: The EL-5 doesn't come with a charger? Can it be charged installed using USB?** A: EL-5 doesn't come with a charger and has no USB port. You can use LC-E6 or LC-E6E to charge the battery. My R6 mark II comes with LC-E6E so I don't have to buy another one. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Canon EL-5 with Canon R6 II better then Godox on camera flash. *by C***0 on December 23, 2024* The menu is so user friendly you don’t need to read the manual . Better build, and absolutely stronger then a Godox , also this mount is solid and water proof. and If I need to get support and fix a I can count on Canon repair department . I’m a 50 years veteran photographer I never liked any of the Canon flashes before but this one is a Winner. I can also use Magmod adapter with accessories no problem but it becomes a bit front heavy. I prefer using Wyng bounce device very light. Last the battery is absolutely powerful and recycle time really fast So far I shot 3 corporate events and the battery was only down one line for for then 500 shots 1/8 of power camera was set at 2500 ISO aperture 4.5 Canon lens 24/105 L F 4 Hopefully this will help you make a final decision. This is no doubt a great flash very pleased. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Flash but Possible Battery Drain *by P***I on December 21, 2023* Update: Canon had a recall (called service advisory or something like that) which fixed the issue. I sent my flash and canon replaced the battery box and now the flash keeps charge as you’d expect. So, get your flash fixed too. Worth it! Excellent flash if the battery retains charge. Bought one but the battery in that flash drained to unusable level in a day. Returned that and reordered. The new one is fine. Even after taking about 50 pics in darkness and leaving the battery in the flash, it still shows 85% after 5 days. So, if you experience battery issues, get a different piece. Will only work with the newest cameras due to the new interface. Also, need a good diffuser, none available now. ### ⭐ Does not work with the Canon Eos R5 *by E***E on January 15, 2026* Now I originally purchased this flash because the name of this product says: "Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras" and after researching, the claims online were that this was a good flash choice for the Canon EOS R5. If you use the "check compatibility" before purchasing this flash, it says, "Cannot confirm compatibility for Canon EOS R5" I'm here to tell all of you that have a Canon EOS R5 that this does *NOT* work. Yes, it can be seated to your camera, yes it turns on. But no, it does not actually flash when trying to take photos. If you go into your Canon settings and try to enable the flash, it is possible. But the effort is futile, it doesn't work even though you switched it to "enable." If another menu, you get met with "flash function settings not available." The other thing to be aware of is that this flash does not come with a charger. Please be aware of this because if you're expecting to unbox this flash and immediately start using it, your chances are slim. It comes with a battery but has no way to charge the battery for usage. You will need to grab one separately. ## Frequently Bought Together - Canon Speedlite EL-5, Portable Camera Flash, Compatible with Select EOS R Series Mirrorless Cameras - Canon LC-E6 Battery Charger for Canon EOS 5D Mark II, 7D & 60D Digital SLR - Canon Battery Pack LP-E6P --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/487139101-speedlite-el-5-portable-camera-flash-compatible-with-select-eos](https://www.desertcart.at/products/487139101-speedlite-el-5-portable-camera-flash-compatible-with-select-eos) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-04-30*