Thank you for the review Dustin! I've been looking for a budget flash for a while now, with the TT 685 II as a major contender, but now I feel more sure about it because I have confidence in your unbiased and reliable reviews.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

So helpful! You always seem to have a video for whatever I'm researching. Keep up the great work. Thank you! :D

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

glad to get this. Thinking on adding some Godox equipment to my Nikon SB-xxx flashes. Thank you for your input - hope you're doing well Dustin - I really appreciate and enjoy your efforts here.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words.

I have three of the mark 1 TT685c’s and I use them for two purposes: 1) cheap yet effective accent lighting on run and gun/mobile portrait shooting and concert/show photography 2) event shooting with extensive flash use. One of the key features this flash (mark 1 and 2) has above the 860 line is the external battery cord/high-voltage port just above the hotshoe, which turns this flash into a rapid firing, all-day lasting speedlight in combination with the same Godox battery pack that powers the ad360. This flash weighs less and is much smaller than the ad360, yet it still gives all of the necessary flash power while being compatible with Magmod and other accessories. I rarely use my ad360 nowadays since it is usually overkill with modern MILCs. The TT685c is the perfect event package where you need power, rapid recycle time and all-day, dependable battery life. I use this flash in my “paparazzi” configuration along with my R3 and stroboframe pro-t bracket when I know I will be shooting rapidly with flash for events or run and gun action.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you are getting maximum bang for your buck there.

Thanks again for the great review ~!

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure.

i just bought the godox tt685II for my canon rp the other day and the result is just amazing. highly recommended for portraits and macro.

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

It's a great flash for the money.

What Godox keeps on demonstrating is primarily, that it is nice to have different options that all present a pretty darn good value for money. Thank you for the thorough, nuanced review! Incidentally, have you gotten a copy of the new Samyang 50 II in yet? Very curious to hear your thoughts :)

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

I'm working on my review right now - content will launch a week from Monday.

Do you know if you can set the power increments to display as a decimal rather than a fraction?

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know that

With the 685 you have the ability to use an external battery pack (AA rechargeables). As a wedding shooter I can get close to 2000 shots on the internal batteries plus a battery pack and I get recycle times around a second.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

That's a definite strength.

Excellent review, thank you! Will either of these units work in TTL or automatic mode with the Nikon Zfc? I just want something basic where I can set the f/stop on my camera and flash and let the flash adjust the output as needed... like my old Vivitar 283 flash. Does TCM do that? So many dang acronyms to try to understand.

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

I think that if you get the Nikon version it should. I don't shoot Nikon, but typically the reason for individualized versions of these flashes is to tailor the TTL protocol to the maker.

A very good informatic video review! I use 3pieces of TT685 N for my day time outdoor portrait shoot as FILL FLASH & Hair Light/ back light with octa type softbox in main key/ fill flash set and a snoot or 44cms reflector in back light set. I prefered the TT685 over the V860 as, I can get two TT685 in one V860 Price, the AA Rechargeable batteries in fact are more advantageous as I can carry as much sets of batteries as I need, but the Li Ion battery is too costly and not easily available. For portrait shoot, a slight difference in recycling timing doesn't make much difference. I have the TT 685 previous version and got to know from your review that the locking system in the new Mark II version seems not very reliable. Please throw some light on this issue, as I was interested to buy another set of the new Mark II version of TT685N.

@mxilplict

2 жыл бұрын

I have three of the v1c’s which use the new mechanism and haven’t had any problems with the durability or tension- seems to be pretty effective at maintaining a positive lock and solid hot shoe connection. If anything it is an improvement where I used to overtension the locking ring and would need a strap or pliers to get the speedlight off.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

I think the angst over the hotshoe tensioner is overstated. It may feel flimsy...but I've never had an issue with one yet.

He Dustin could you review the westcott lighting system? Specifically the FJ80 vs the Godox V1 using Sony? I have both in hand and having a tough time deciding.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

I don't actually have any connection to Westcott, unfortunately. Often my reviews are somewhat dependent on connections to companies or retailers..and these days it is often them that initiates that contact.

I got the latest V860. I am impressed with the Godox lineup. They are a lot better value than the Nikon flash units and preform better. They have the same guild number as the old Metz handle flashes of the 90s.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

I have the Godox TT685 II S with the Xpro-S trigger. Can recommend 100%. Why this trigger? you can remotely adjust the zoom per group, so per flash if you have multiple. Why this flash and not the cheaper TT600? You can't remotely adjust the zoom on the TT600. I'm looking for a small led light I can attach to it as a modeling light.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

The Godox triggers are excellent for sure.

Very nice review. I am looking into this godox system and since I already have some Canon flashes I was considering the X1r-c and X2t combination. However, the receiver for canon is practically impossible to get. So I was considering changing my flashes to these Godox TT685II to get the wireless functionality. Does anyone know whats the issue with this X1r canon receivers?

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Canon has had major supply chain issues for a while. I've been trying to get loaners of certain Canon lenses for more than a year at this point.

@meho9668

2 жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI Well I am from Europe and I cant find a single store with the receiver available. So I will probably try some of the Godox flashes. The price of this 685 unit is not that much higher than the receiver itself. Thank you again for the review and your time. I love your site and reviews. Kind regards

Is Wireless Operation changed - specifically the Optical Pulse (TTL/Manual), no longer an option on this unit, as it is in the TT685. Indicated by the lightening bolt. And what’s the latest firmware, mine reads v1.1. Using it on a Canon 90D.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid I'm not using this all the time, so this may be more of a tech support question for Godox.

@alnwickati1386

2 жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI I did reach out to their tech, their reply was it’s not available.

Great video. So this mean it is possible to use a godox trigger for cannon with a godox flash for sony?

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

I think the answer to that is yes. What varies would be the contacts for getting TTL between a Sony and a Canon, but if you are using the flash off-camera, you are eliminating that variable...I think. You might want to ask Godox first.

@LordZero9253

Жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI alright. cause i've been getting different answers from different seller. Might as well ask Godox themselves. thx so much

Looking at cost of batteries and chargers as well TT685C looks like better deal though there are some major advantages to Li-Ion battery especially for indoor/studio shooters.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

There's value to either approach depending on a person's needs.

@ChaitanyaShukla2503

2 жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI true for me shooting in remote areas AA batteries are a necessity as I can get those batteries even in small Himalayan villages.

can i use this on my canon 80d i just need a good flash and 130 isn't bad so if i go with the double A batteries would i be good remember i'm not a photography i'm just doing this as a hobby

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

This should work fine for your purposes.

@crayshaunhenderson1265

Жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI thanks

With an external power pack with the TT685II makes it the better option for me. Out the door for the same price. Much quicker recharge time. 📸📸📸

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

The external power pack option is a big deal, and one that I should have highlighted more.

Now you can use new li ion or polymer 2A 1.5 v batteries which are more consistent.

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

That's interesting.

@Pokemon12345-n

Жыл бұрын

I am using these batteries for last 8 months. These batteries are great.

Does it still have that very easily breakable hot-shoe base? I love my godox flashes but those hot-shoe bases are so weak. Fantastic video like always!

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

The hot shoe mount is the same as other recent flashes, though it looks like that section is a little more reinforced. The screw pattern is wider because the plate is bigger.

i just want a flash especially a cheap one at that lol to start taking pictures at night and hope my pictures come out better without the shadow. i just want the flash to work when i press the shutter button and i take the picture. so of course i want the flash to be automatic so all i have to do is point and shoot so this is the only flash i need right

@DustinAbbottTWI

Жыл бұрын

If you're using TTL (automatic) mode, it is pretty much point and shoot.

@crayshaunhenderson1265

Жыл бұрын

@@DustinAbbottTWI well that's all i want to do Mr. Abbott

Rechargeable batteries and your good. Also They need universal transmitters

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Universal transmitters would be cool.

Dustin, I like very much your products analysis and presentation. Very very professional compared to ..... (well you know)

@DustinAbbottTWI

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

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