Suitable for: 

Wirelss TTL Slave mode(both version):

 Canon 5DIII 7D 60D 600D 650D, Yongnuo ST-E2, Canon 580EX II Nikon SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, Commander SU-800, Camera with CLS i-TTL system:D4, D3x, D3s, D3, D2x, D700, D300s, D300, D200, D7000, D90, D80

Hot shoe E-TTL mode(Canon Version):

 Canon 1Dx, 1Ds series, 1D series, 5DIII, 5DII, 5D, 7D, 60D, 50D, 40D, 30D, 20D, 650D/T4i, 600D/T3i, 550D/T2i, 500D/T1i, 450D/Xsi, 400D/Xti, 350D, 1100D, 1000D

What is Different with YN-568Ex?

The 500EX has a smaller guide number than YN-568Ex (53 vs 58).

The 500EX is using the legacy Prontor-Compur (PC) type rather than the 568EX’s 2.5mm “sub-mini” jack.

The 500Ex is smaller than the YN-568Ex.

Functions:

#1, SUPPORTS HIGH-SPPEED SYNC FLASH
YN500EX is the first speedlite supports high-speed flash in china; with high-speed sync (FP flash), the YN500EX can synchronize with all shutter speeds, the maximum shutter sync up to 1/8000.

#2, COMPATIBLE WITH N’s and C’s WIRELESS FLASHING SYSTEM
One YN500EX is able to respectively accept internal flashing of 580EX II, SB-900/800/700, 7D/60D/600D, C order of N’s internal flashing and ST-E2 wireless signal, achieves external TTL and manual flashing. Some beckoning functions such as wireless TTL flashing, grouping light ratio TTL flashing and the illumination of remote controlled flashing can be easily attained only if you carry a camera with built-in flashing command system and YN500EX.

#3, A NEW TTL FLASH WITH LARGE GUIDE NUMBER
GN53@ ISO100, 105mm; which reaches the level of the mainstream hot shoe flashes, supports HSS, TTL/M/Multi mode.

#4, MULTIPLE TRIGGER MODE SUPPORTED
The YN500EX can be triggered by the camera set-top, built-in or main-controlled flashing command, S1 and S2 (pre-flash-canceled mode).

#5, SUPPORTS AUTO/MANUAL ZOOMING
The covered focal length will vary among auto, 24～105mm on the lamp adapter by operating the zoom button on the flash light, supports full-frame/half-frame camera.

#6, COMPREHENSIVELY SUPPORTS TTL FUNCTIONS
The YN500EX supports HSS, FEC, FEB, Rear-curtain sync, FE lock, Modeling Light, Canon camera menu accessible

#7, SUPER SPEED OF CHARGING RECYCLE
The time for full gloss output current-return will only take you 3 seconds; you can get fast current-return experience even without brand-new batteries, which will only take you 4~5 seconds.

#8, COMPLETED WITH STANDARD PC SYNCHRONOUS INTERFACE
It makes things easier on lightening the flashlight synchronously by using PC synchronous line.

#9, SOUND PROMPTING SYSTEM
When the sound prompting system is enabled, the different sound ways will prompt the different working conditions of the flashlight so as to make you focus on shooting only.

#10, DEPTH-OF-FIRED
Press down the camera’s depth-of-fired preview button, the YN500EX will send out continuous flash lasting one second.

#11, ADVANCED SETTINGS ON FLASH
The YN500EX has advanced options setting function, where you can self-define the functions of the flashlight on your own requirements.

#12, AUTOMATIC SETTINGS SAVING
YN500EX automatically save the operation currently used for your future use.

#13, LCD PANEL USER INTERFACE WITH SUPER GELIVABLE METAL HOT-SHOE STAND

Package Including:

1 x YN-500Ex
1 X Flash diffuser cover ( for free )
1 x Mini Stand
1 x Protecting bag
1 x Manual in English and Chinese
1 x Original Box