Godox Studio Flash Strobes Comparison 2020 | Which is Best for You?
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- čas přidán 4. 07. 2024
- In this video, we'll be reviewing and comparing Godox's most recent and newly available studio flash strobes on the market today. This includes the Godox MS series, DSII series, SKII series, QSII series, QTII series, DPIII series, and GSII series. #hypop #godox #godoxstudioflashstrobe
The MS series of portable and compact studio flashes are well suited to use as primary lights in a small e-commerce lighting setup, or as fill-flashes in a larger pro-studio scenario. They're designed to either work as a standalone lighting solution or integrate seamlessly into your existing Godox lighting system. Compatible with the XT-16, X1, X2, and XPro triggers. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/33N4P8k
The DSII series will suit smaller home-studio spaces and for niches like still life, product, and jewellery photography. The DS models can become excellent fill or kicker lights when combined with other Godox lights. These strobes come with full 2.4GHz capability. A stepless adjustable 150W modeling lamp makes the lights easy to set up. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/2PHmeHj
The SK lights are a small and lightweight solution for those shooting portraits, e-commerce, and product photography in a small space. Both models offer great output stability, with Godox claiming consistency of within 2% when used on the same power source. Also offers 2.4 GHz wireless triggering. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/30L3JIw
The QS lights come with built-in 2.4 GHz for remote TTL shooting using Godox’s powerful range of triggers and wireless-equipped flashguns. Naturally, for those who prefer to keep things simple, the units also feature optical slave capabilities. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/3irVgjh
The QT range boast the fastest recycling times (0.05 - 0.09s) and shortest flash durations of all the Godox studio lights, making them ideal for freezing action. There’s also a “masking mode” that will be great for still life and product photographers, as it fires multiple strobes one by one over a succession of shots, making it easier to comp certain elements out of (or into) an image at the post-production stage. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/3fT7q3f
The DPIII lights comes with 99 wireless ID settings so as to reduce the risk of interference from other triggers. Ideal for use in a multi-studio complex, as it eliminates the possibility that photographers working in adjacent studios may cause cross-firing of lights. At just 1 second between flashes on full power, recycling times are plenty fast enough for the most high-speed of photography jobs. SHOP HERE: bit.ly/3afjtXh
The Godox GS, or “Gemini”, series features built-in 2.4GHz wireless triggering capabilities; 50 steps of flash output (from 1/32 to 1/1); an adjustable 150W modeling lamp; and a recycling time of 1.2 seconds when used at full power (dropping right down to 0.3 seconds when working at the lowest output setting). SHOP HERE: bit.ly/2XJwvHq
PLEASE NOTE: Godox has removed standard reflectors from its flash strobe series.
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TIMESTAMPS:
• How To Determine Which One Is Right For You? •
0:00 Intro
1:33 Output & Workspace
2:26 Recycle Time
2:39 Price
2:55 Trigger Options
3:26 Mount Type (Bowen's Mount)
4:00 Manual Flash
5:00 Chronological Order of Studio Flash Release
• Going Through The Series •
5:29 MS Series (MS200/MS300)
7:02 MS Series Comparison Table
7:13 DSII Series (DS300II/DS400II)
8:02 DSII Series Comparison Table
8:12 GSII Series (GS200II/GS300II/GS400II)
8:59 GSII Series Comparison Table
9:09 SKII Series (SK300II/SK400II)
10:10 SKII Series Comparison Table
10:20 DPIII Series (DP400III/DP600III/DP800III/DP1000III)
11:44 DPIII Series Comparison Table
11:54 QSII Series (QS400II/QS600II/QS800II/QS1200II)
13:13 QSII Series Comparison Table
13:23 QTII Series (QT400II/QT600II/QT1200II)
14:24 QTII Series Comparison Table
15:14 Rob's Recommendations
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Hope you guys like our comparison! Which Godox Studio Flash Strobes do you want or already have in your setup?
TIMESTAMPS:
• How To Determine Which One Is Right For You? •
1:33 Output & Workspace
2:26 Recycle Time
2:39 Price
2:55 Trigger Options
3:26 Mount Type (Bowen's Mount)
4:00 Manual Flash
5:00 Chronological Order of Studio Flash Release
• Going Through The Series •
5:29 MS Series (MS200/MS300)
7:02 MS Series Comparison Table
7:13 DSII Series (DS300II/DS400II)
8:02 DSII Series Comparison Table
8:12 GSII Series (GS200II/GS300II/GS400II)
8:59 GSII Series Comparison Table
9:09 SKII Series (SK300II/SK400II)
10:10 SKII Series Comparison Table
10:20 DPIII Series (DP400III/DP600III/DP800III/DP1000III)
11:44 DPIII Series Comparison Table
11:54 QSII Series (QS400II/QS600II/QS800II/QS1200II)
13:13 QSII Series Comparison Table
13:23 QTII Series (QT400II/QT600II/QT1200II)
14:24 QTII Series Comparison Table
15:14 Rob's Recommendations
Hi Rob @Hypop, Thank you for you precious reviews. What is best to buy between Godox DP400III and GODOX QS400II? What are main differences?
Hello mate, i really liked your video on these studio strobe lights, however i do have a question. Im currently using a entry level Canon EOS 77d camera with a YONGNUO YN-E3-RT II trigger, will any of these strobes be able to work with my setup?
Sir i am try for high volume Photography shoots and I have Godox sk 400 m 2 strobes are they good enough for high volume shoots .
This is pretty much the best "any brand lineup explanation" video I've ever seen.
I completely agree
Explained clearly and very informative! This video is basically all I need to start choosing a Godox strobe as it gave me all the insight I need on each series. Really appreciate this type of content
This is exactly video I need right now. There are not much comparision videos out there. Thanks bro.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you !!!! your video was exactly what I needed , super clear and well organized to understand all the options ! THANK YOU
Exactly what I was looking for, with helpful timecodes in the timeline and not too much faffing about! Well done!
Glad it was helpful!
This gave me so much clarity into the godox line of strobes. Thank you.
Glad it helped!
Excellent video. I had never really looked any further than the Godox AD series of battery-powered strobes, but these really do meet a lot of the same requirements I want those for, essentially just with a cable. I can see one or two of these in my near future. Thanks!!
Glad you found the video helpful!
Thanks a lot for the tutorial my man, just grabbed a set for our company. They are great lights even in 2023
I just want to say, i freaking love this channel.
Thank you so much.
Thanks!
Yooo i just found ur channel and saw this video. This was great, thank you!!!
Thanks for the great tips!
Glad it was helpful!
FINALLY! Somebody talks about the DPIII . Its so hard to find youtube reviews for these, or even on Facebook Forums. Hope you guys do a review on the DPIII Series alone. Thanks!!!
Thanks! We'll definitely work a video of the DPIII series. Great flash overall and our pick in this video :)
@@hypop Thank you! Do you have to dump flash when changing power? DP400III
THANKS, so much needed! 👏🏽
simply stated, you folks are truly a wonderful recouce.
Damn
You are really good at this. Thanks for the reviews. Keep going !
Appreciate the feedback
Thorough Info... Thanks! Just 1 question though - Does this studio strobe have an auto-dump feature? [e.g. auto-discharging the capacitor when changing from a higher power to a lower power]
Great! Exactly what I was looking for
Thanks for this video. Between the Godox De300 and the Ms300 which would you recommend?
I'm having a hard time deciding
Very informative video and I enjoyed it. Just one question left unanswered though. I'm looking for 300 series light just for indoors portraits. I'm not interested in HSS but I would like to be able to use a Nikon FM2 at 1/250th second shutter speed to control ambient light for film portraits. The camera will synch at that speed but will the light? Will all or any of these support that?
Thank you! You saved my time and mental energy!
Thanx man...just got my QT600II.
I still have alot to learn
I was just looking for this video, Amazing!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for perfect and understandable comparison !
Still confused to buy ms 300 or sk 300ii, or just waiting a new one maybe in 2021 and i feel it will happen,which you recomended?
Question: are they getting hot/warm after a lot of shots? Im doing macro photography and making sometimes more as 200 shots in a stack. Is it getting hot/warm then?
Hi! thanks for this video! full of info. I have a doubt about qualitys and series, I have the QTII series (600w) but I feel that I dont use all functions to much like super speed shots to freeze action or the mask function that includes. Im series thinking to sell it and downgrade to the new DPIII series, the difference that I will note between these 2 series lights accord to my use (because never use in HSS mode or mask mode) its basically the stops (1/64 vs 1/128) the weight and size, the flash dumping when change power and the little advantage in recycle time (0.9 sec vs 1.0 sec almost nothing) so well I want to know if you recomend this flash against the QT600II or if you can tell me another difference that I will note? I use it for portrait and fashion work. I dont shoot fast motion shots, even never use it the multi mode LOL! well hope you can resolve my doubt. Thanks!
VERY SATISFIED WITH YOUR WORK SO DETAILED BLESSINGS FOR YOU.. :)
Great video. I have one question. if the power output of the flash light said 400W, is same with the power consumption also 400W?
I am doing water drop / water collision photography. Currently I am using a couple of speedlites however, I am still getting some motion blur. Is there a Strobe that you would suggest and why
thanks
Great video. Thanks so much.
Please I need a favor, Godox Ms300, Ds300/400, SK300ii/400ii and De300/400 which one should I go for it. Because I'm a little bit confused. Kindly Choose one for me.
Amazing Video. Thank you for making the decision making so easy. 🙏🏼
Our pleasure!
Спасибо. Наконец то благодаря вам разобрался в иерархии вспышек Godex. Буду покупать Godox DP400III.
Im going to do food photography on restaurants. And i think the MS300 is a more than good option. But i do have a question Is it compatible with the 80x80 tulip square by godox ? is there a way to make it compatible. I know there are other bowens mount, but being collapsible is always better .
This was an exceptional video!
Thanks Artem!
Do these flashes all work with X2T for TTL? I see most places said none of them support TTL. Does QSII has better light quality than DPIII serial? Thanks.
Hey, great video thanks ! Do you know if the any of these (especially the DP iii) are compatible with the trigger Neewer NT1 (s) ? And could I attach my softbox Godox SB-UE 80cm to it ? Thanks a lot!! :)
QS600 ll or DP600 lll.... The specs seem very similar. Which one should I go with?
Hi, I currently have 3 different Yongnuo Speedlight Flashes with remote triggers. I'm realizing that they do not produce enough power in some situation, and they don't offer strobes. I see you have similar Speedlights, and many more options. I'm trying to figure out which would be best for me. I want them to be powerful, portable (battery powered, or ideally either battery or AC when I'm in my home studio) and easily attach a variety of modifiers. I can't quite figure out the differences between all the product lines, AD, QT, SK, AR, etc. I have Nikon cameras, and trying to figure out what option I should invest in
which one of those strobes would you recommend for food photography? I want to shoot video as well, the flash atm is not an option. Thank you in advance! :)
Great presentation thanks but why no mention of modelling lamps? Are they LED or tungsten? At 150 watts I assume tungsten with the associated heat and power draw.
Hi, thanks for the great comparison. I have one question. I have a 120cm octabox for portraits which is quite heavy and think about buying the MS 300 or SKII 400. So, how about the screws, do they hold bigger, heavier softboxes in certain angles? Thanks in advance.
We'd suggest to go with the SK400II rather than the MS300 if you're planning to mount a larger and heavier softbox. Although the MS300 is more compact, it may not hold the weight of larger softboxes depending on which one you use.
Hi! I'm planning to purchase a set of studio lights that can be used both on portraits and food photography. What can you suggest that is best for me. Hoping for your best suggestion. This is going to be my first time to use studio lighting. Also if u have tutorial on how to set the proper setting from camera to the flash. Thank you!
What would be a good strobe for product photography within budget range and what flash sync remote would be best for Nikon cameras
Do I have to connect them to electricity or are they battery powered? And which model contains electricity and battery. / Thanks 🙏🏼
What strobe light do you recommend for outdoor photography?
I want to do powder dance photography. What flash would be best?
Is there also a portable battery one for outdoor location shoots?
this is such a great video, greetings from México!
Hey, thanks!
hi may i know between godox ad360 and ad200 which one is more power full and good for out door hss .. thank you
Please advise which ones support HSS please. I have an E250 atm and I can only shoot at 1/125 shutter. Looking to upgrade
what is the main difference between the MS and QS? looking at getting either the MS300 or QS300ii
been so educative...thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
Are the connection parts at the bottom of the flash plastic or metal in dp600 series?
I’m in the market for 2 lights. The lights will be used with 1’x4’ strip boxes with grids, set up about two feet from the model at 45 degree angles pointed at the models nose. There will be black flags on either side of the models head. Shooting with Fuji GW690ii 6x9 90mm f/3.5. What flash would you recommend? Would two SK400 ll be enough for this set up?
Hey hypop would you recomend ms300 or sk300 for mobile studio shoot? Outdoors shooting. Thanks
Hello sir..can i use my sk300 ii for ourdoor portraits?thanks..
Thanks for useful information.. I have query , do these strobes comes with elinchrom mount also?
No Elinchrom alternatives unfortunately. Most Godox flashes are Bowens mount and/or Godox mount. You can purchase Elinchrom-to-Bowens adapter rings if you're using Elinchrom lighting modifiers.
I actually bought Dp 400 111 without understanding what I bought till I finished watching your video. Thank you
Glad it helped!
Really curious about the new QT mark 3, whenever it will be available
can you recommend a strobe that puts out its advertised guide number or say f56 at 1m 100 iso etc?
Hey there! thanks for the video. Just a quick question; Godox QT600IIM and Godox QT600II are two different models? what is the difference?
Yes, they're actually just the same model. Sometimes people refer to it just as the QT600II however officially it's the QT600IIM
so the dp400111 cand handle high speed sync and will it work with xpro trigger?
Hi, I have recently bought 2 Godox MS200 studio strobes which came along with XT 16 trigger (only) both the strobes flashes in sync when I mount the trigger on camera.However I'm not able to change the setting of these strobes from the trigger. Please can you guide ? Also, I have Godox TT 520 II as well, but I'm not able to sync it along with the strobes. Please kindly guide.
Great video but realised it's two years old now. Any update on the QS series?
can i use qs 400 II monolight to start a studio
It's such a confusing line up with so many options. Great video!!! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Also could you use a strobe for a video light as well? Wondered if it would make sense to buy a video light or just stay with a good strobe and use it as both .
You won't be able to use a strobe as a continuous light as strobe lights will only flash when you trigger it to when you take a photo on a camera. If you want an option for both videography and photography, a continuous light can do both.
Great comparison video! Is Godox' QT series the only one which has HSS ...? Thx :)
The QTII series and DPIII series are the two that feature HSS
great review. thanks for great information for me a beginner. thus as I have understand they don't have rechargeable battery. am looking for some strobe with external rechargeable battery.
do you think I can find a strobe with rechargeable battery with almost the same price range? can be 200 euro higher price. the output can be 300 or 400w.
thanks in advance
thanks a lot for tyour great content and thorough reviews and comparison, could you please do a review on the godox light shapers, I have found no reviews whatsoever on these.
Thanks for the feedback. We'll work on a comparison of the Godox light shapers too!
@@hypop thanks so much, keep up the great content
Anyone know the compatibility of the SK400II and HSS - is it supported with a Sony a6400 and X1T trigger?
Thank you!! Helped me aloooot
Glad it helped!
I hope you guys do a review of HSS on Godox DPIII Series. Thanks!!!
Will be releasing our unboxing and review of the DPIII series soon!
Can you explain why Godox makes their firmware upgrades to so difficult? Can’t we just go on their website, plug in the device, click on the product we need to update and have the firmware go directly to the device?
thank you very much friend. this video helped me make the right choice for me. it is a pity that there is no such video about godox constant light
Glad it helped! We have a video on constant lights here: czcams.com/video/hPyQHZ3xH2U/video.html
It would be really useful to see a comparison for colour variance/consistency.
I know the SK400 is 5600 +\- 200 and I’ve used a set for a couple of years and I’ve seen that it can be a bit inconsistent at times.
This is what I’m here looking for.
Same here, I use sk300 ii & sk400 ii for shooting focus stacking and got inconsistency power output
very helpful, thanks!
No worries!
What light setup will you recommend for dance photography? Can 3 ad200pro will do the job. Considering the need of flash duration? Or what else you recoment. To set up a dance photography studio with godox lights.
AD200Pros can get the job done with a flash duration of 1/15,380 sec however if you're after a more powerful studio light setup we'd recommend the new Godox QT600IIIM.
Came here for the differences between the series, got 5x about the same story (bowens mount, umbrella mount, adjustible in 0.1 increments, etc). OK, except for the higher ends, and the recycle times: please explain what the differences are!!
Awesome video! thank you very much. I am planning on getting a QT600ii and two dp400iii strobes. I have seen that the qt600ii has a protective glass dome but the dp400iii does not. It is sold separately in case you break it. my question is, can you actually attach that dome on the dp400iii? Is it possible? I'm a little scared of having a bare bulb because I'm clumsy.
It's not possible unfortunately. The securing tabs for the dome are only found on the QTII and QSII range. Missed opportunity there, however so long as you use the Bowens protector cap when not in use, when storing or during transport it should be ok!
@@hypop thank you for your response. I'm not worried about transporting them, i'm worried about ...decapitating them when i switch modifiers during a shoot 😅
Does the Godox Sk400ii connect wirelessly to nikon D5600 and D850? I'm new to external flashes and am attempting to learn which lights are best for my small shooting space. I shoot fashion editorials and actors' headshots. Does the Godox Sk400ii need to be plugged into an outlet or can it be used outside as well?
You'll need to use a Godox 2.4GHz trigger such as the X1, X2 or Xpro. We go through the triggers here: czcams.com/video/ZZnlZYf9rGo/video.html&ab_channel=Hypop
Hello good morning, I follow you on CZcams and now on Instagram. congratulations I appeal your excellent content. I have a question regarding studio flashes, I would like to know if you can help me. I already have an AD400PRO that I use to do my jobs and I would like to add two more flashes. I'm considering choosing the QS400II or SK400II but in the reviews I see that the maximum sync speed is 1/2000 against 1/8000 of the AD400PRO. many of the photos I take are at 1/3200 speeds. my question is, if i use the QS4000II or SK400II will i be really limited to a maximum speed of 1/2000?
Make video on shooting video with modelling lamp of flash light .
Is it possible to shoot video using 2 sk400 flash with lower iso?
Hey @Hypop, thanks for putting together such a thorough and informative video! Can the DP III series do HSS at all? I've found conflicting info implying that they can do limited HSS up to 1/2000s, but reviews on this new series are rather sparse. Thanks in advance!
Great video!
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Mate
I have the Sony A6600. Can I use the SK400ii and how to use the camera a remote when taking photos without using the hot shoe
You'll need to at least have a trigger on the hot shoe otherwise you can an optional PC sync to 3.5mm cable if you'd prefer to be connected by cable.
Thanks for the information
It is very helpful, I just have 2 questions please.
May I know which is better QT600 II or FV 200
Also I would like to know if the modeling light in the QT600II is strong enough to give a proper help.
I am currently using the AD Pro model and they are very week in modeling lights, they are not helping me to decide especially when shooting Glossy products.
They're 2 different flashes as the QT600IIM is a traditional fresnel flash whereas the FV200 is an LED flash. If you'll be dabbling in a bit of video the FV200 is a good versatile light that will work for stills and videos. The downside is it's nowhere near the same output as the QT600IIM. The QT600IIM is strictly a studio flash.
I own godox camara on flash like godox ttl 865II, but i am thinking about some sotbox and better light, i have small home fotostudio, i shoot family and children, what would you recommend for me: light and softbox? Thanks!
Go for a larger octagon softbox if you have space, like the 120cm octagon softbox. If you're mostly indoors then the SK400II is a great starting point moving from speedlites, otherwise if you're after a light that can be used outdoors too take a look at the Godox AD300Pro / Godox AD400Pro.
how to enable the hss on dpiii? i have it but cant do it
I’m mainly a landscape photographer so I rarely need flash for that, but occasionally I shoot cultural events both video and stills. For that I would need such a flash that also has a modeling light usable also for video. Which one do you recommend? The AD 400 pro might be too strong(maybe 300 or 200 W would be enough)...and the AD 400 pro fan noise could be a problem for video even with a directional mic...
You may want to take a look at hybrid LED lights such as the Godox FV150 / FV200 that function as a continuous light for video and flash for photography. The LED flash doesn't compare to a standard xenon flash's output but with HSS it may suit your type of photography.
Thks a lot!
@@photo-markus PS- the 'HSS' of the FV series kinda sucks. The flash duration of the FVs is actually longer than 1/200s at full power, meaning you can't freeze particularly fast action and that effective power output decreases rapidly as your shutter speed increases.
They're still probably your best option for an all-in-one unit but you should know the limitations going in.
I want to ask, what strobe light would you recommend for newborn and lifestyle photography? thanks!
Godox fv 200 👍
I'm in doubt between the sk400 and Ms300 or another ad200 (used). 9 out of 10 times I'm shooting outside with my ad200 and v860ii however for portraits inside and corporate work I'm in need of an extra light. Now I have to choose to either light the background or use it as backlight. I did study photography but it's not my profession so don't feel like breaking the bank (yet). Which one would you recommend? I have to shoot corporate headshots this Friday and still a light short.
Sorry we didn't get back sooner. I'd still say the AD200 will be the most versatile, even at lesser output as you're able to shoot on location when you don't have access to a wall outlet for power. The SK400II or MS300 would be better to use as a more permanent studio setup or if you know you'll be indoors most of the time.
Being that this is for pay, get the SK at the lowest. Because:
1. Stable color temp. Cheaper units have wildly variable temp+ hue across their power range and even shot to shot.
2. If you need more than an AD200, you should make the increase worthwhile.
3. Recycle time isn't the most important thing most of the time for portraits but when you get the perfect expression, you need to be ready.
Hi
Just got the qt 600ii M , like new , for $190 :)
Does Sk400 ii have HSS feature?
Dp600ii consume too much current. Finding it difficult to cope adding undew pressure on my generator.
what makes the SK400ii $139.00 better than the GS400ii $161.10?
Thank you!
What about the ad series?
Thanks a lot ❤️
what continuous light watts should I use for a 3m x 3m space?
It would be based mostly on Lux output for continuous lighting rather than watts for flash. Depending on how well your camera does in low light situations then we find that 2x 300W lights such as the Godox VL300 work well for a standard 3x3m space.