If you want to remove the flash from your Canon camera, there are a few different ways to do so. Some people use a physical switch, while others use software. Whichever method you choose, make sure that you are using the correct software for your camera and that you know how to use it.
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How to remove flash from your Canon camera
So you want to remove the flash from your Canon camera, eh? Great choice! There are a few different ways to go about it, so let’s take a look at each one.
Method 1: Remove the Flash from the Camera Body
This is probably the easiest way to remove the flash from your Canon camera. To do this, you’ll first need to remove the battery cover. On most Canon cameras, this is located on the top side of the camera. Once the cover is removed, you’ll see the flash module located inside. To remove the module, simply unscrew it from the camera body.
Once the flash module is removed, you can easily remove the flash from the camera body. Just screw the flash back on to the wrong side of the camera body, and you’re good to go.
Method 2: Remove the Flash from the Lens
If removing the flash from the camera body isn’t an option, you may be able to remove the flash from the lens. This method requires a little more work, but it’s generally easier.
To remove the flash from the lens, you’ll first need to remove the lens cap. On most Canon cameras, this cap is located on the top side of the lens. Once the cap is removed, you’ll see the shutter button and lens assembly.
To remove the shutter button, first unscrew it from the camera body. Next, unscrew the lens assembly from the
Turn off the camera
- Make sure the camera is turned off.
- Remove the battery and SD card.
- Remove the usb cable.
- Push and hold the shutter button down with your left hand while turning the camera off with your right hand.
- Whilst the camera is off, disconnect the usb cable and remove the battery.
- Place the camera on a flat surface with the lens facing down.
- Push down on the lens barrel until it clicks into place.
- Lift up on the lens barrel and turn it the other way to remove it from the camera.
- Gently pry the mirror off the camera and set it aside.
10. Pry off the lens assembly.
11. Turn the camera over and use a flathead screwdriver to pry the silver anti-shake plate off of the camera body.
12. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry off the two lens covers.
13. Use your fingers to remove the four screws that hold the lens assembly to the camera body.
14. Gently lift the lens assembly off of the camera body.
15. Carefully peel the adhesive backing off of the new lens assembly and place it on the camera body.
16. Replace the screws that hold the lens assembly to the camera body.
17. Replace the lens covers.
18. Replace the anti-shake plate.
19. Push the mirror back into place and
Remove the battery
If the flash is not enabled by default, then you will need to disable the flash. To disable the flash, you will need to remove the battery. To remove the battery, you will need to open the camera and remove the battery cover. Once the battery cover is removed, you can remove the battery.
Remove the memory card
This is a difficult task as the flash unit is embedded within the camera body. In order to remove it you will need to take the camera apart. Some cameras have a release button on the top or side of the body, some require you to unscrew a cover. In either case, be prepared for a fair amount of Phillips head screws and/or snap-in plastic pieces. Once the flash unit is free, you can remove it by either gently prying it off the motherboard or using a screwdriver to remove the screws that hold it in place.
If the flash unit is not removable, there are other methods of disabling the flash. One is to remove the battery and wait until the camera powers off. The next step is to hold down the flash button and turn on the camera. If the flash pops up and the icon in the viewfinder disappears, then the flash is disabled. If the flash does not pop up, then the camera likely needs a new battery and the flash may still be enabled.
Once the flash is disabled, you can remove the memory card and any other removable components.
Remove the lens
If you have a Canon EOS Rebel T6 or later, removing the lens is the quickest and easiest way to remove the flash. Just grip the lens just above the shutter button and gently pull it away from the camera body. Don’t yank it! If the lens is stuck, try using a blunt object (like a book or a pencil) to push on the lens from the front and the sides at the same time. If that doesn’t work, you can use a lens removal tool (available at camera stores and online) to pry the lens off.
Remove the flash
I’m assuming you are referring to the flash unit on a Canon camera. The flash can be removed by taking off the screws that attach it to the camera body and then unscrewing the flash itself.
Replace the lens
If your flash is not working, you may be able to remove the flash from your camera by replacing the lens. This is a delicate procedure that requires special tools and knowledge, so be sure to have someone who can help you if you decide to attempt it. If you don’t feel comfortable attempting this on your own, you may want to seek out a repair service.
Conclusion
If you want to remove flash from your canon camera, there are a few different ways you can do this. The most direct way is to go into your camera’s menus and change the flash setting to manual. This will disable the flash and require you to take all of your photos with the manual flash setting activated.
