All of the EOS cameras have hot shoes, and there are several dedicated flash
units by Canon and third parties that work with the camera metering system.
For creative purposes, it's sometimes desirable to hold the flash away from
the camera, perhaps illuminating the subject from one side. If you want to use a
dedicated flash unit and preserve all of its functions, then you need the Canon
Off Camera Shoe Cord 2. This unit retails for about $50 at the
merchants listed in photo.net, and is pictured
above. The coiled cord can extend to about 7 or 8 feet.
Given its relatively low price and light weight, it's a good and useful item
to carry in the camera bag at all times.
