| Product Description: | The Flashpoint Zoom II AA R2 TTL Speedlight for Sony is the modernized version of the popular on-camera Flashpoint Zoom TTL speedlight introduced initially in 2015. The Flashpoint Zoom II AA R2 TTL Flash for Sony provides full R2 Remote TTL and manual power connectivity and interaction with all Sony strobe functions. From standard TTL to Exposure Compensation (FEC), FV Lock, High Speed Sync, and an automatically zooming flashhead. Four designated groups transmit control, and five receive options, combined with customizable advanced flash functions, the Zoom II AA R2 TTL Speedlight for Sony flash takes you as far as you want to go.
Love the Simplicity of AA
Alkaline 1.5V AA cells are the universal power solution for virtually any locale, assuring dependable, uninterrupted flash photography. They are cheap yet full of energy, boasting up to 330 full power shots on a single set of AAs. While Lithium is a preferred energy source for some situations, the expense of replacement battery packs may deter the casual user. The battery modules are also dependent on recharging stations. AAs are readily available, deploy immediately, and can be carried with minimal concern for safety, storage space, and portability, particularly for aircraft travel.
The Zoom's next-generation auto zoom head delivers exceptionally even coverage, and any photographer will appreciate the high Guide Number of 197ft / 60m @ISO 100 (200mm). The simple layout and familiar controls make using this flash intuitive. The flashhead rotates 330-degrees and 120-degree tilt for any type of bounce or modifier use. The head zooms automatically or manually from 20-200mm, to ensure coverage without wasted light spill. The built-in pull-out wide-angle diffuser spreads light evenly to 14mm for use with lenses wider than 20mm.
R2 Rules the Air
The speedlight has an advanced and enhanced integrated R2 Radio Transceiver, the ingenious R2 TTL wireless communication system, controlling the widest variety of monolights and speedlights the photo industry offers. Flashpoi |
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Most of the gear between Flashpoint and Godox is the same. They just go under different names. And this one is the same as Godox TT685II.
And here's the review for TT685II https://www.thephoblogr
The Godox TT685 II N is a curious flash that will do the job in most instances for most photographers. But if you're a fan of having a lot of power, then this flash is pretty weak overall. And you really need fast lenses to take full advantage of what it can do because it's so weak.
Pros
Does all the things that one would require and expect of a modern flash
Does everything a modern flash would do but far cheaper
Cons
There's nothing special or unique about this flash, and for the price point there probably shouldn't be.
If you're used to a lot more power, then this is weak.
Couldn't get it to work in optical slave mode
Conclusions
Likes
Really cheap
Does the job
Dislikes
I can't really complain I guess
Optical slave either isn't there or really tough to use.
The Godox TT685 II N is a standard flash. We're not very excited by it, but we're also not super disappointed either. It will do the job. But most of what photographers need these days has to be done by higher powered flashes. And honestly, I don't think that the Godox TT685 II N can compete. Instead, it's good if you need a really affordable flash.
But flash is most useful when it's not attached to your camera, and you'll need a wireless trigger to accomplish that with this flash. But you could pick one of those up in the future.
If you want to learn more, this is often recommended as a good flash learning starting place: https://strobist.blogsp
If you want something more powerful than that, you're looking at the Godox AD 200 or AD 360 II and larger units. While the AD360 can technically be used as an on-camera flash, I've never seen anybody actually do that. Both the AD 200 and the AD 360 are moonlights that are meant to be used off camera.
And yeah, sure, who wouldn't want 600Ws or even more to compete with the sun? This flash here is the strongest you can put on your camera. and it's totally adequate for indoor events / parties.
If you buy a unite with Li-ion batteries instead of AAs, those will recharge faster. Flashpoint / Godox has those too. they are just a little more expensive.
Godox lights are great.
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Have a Nikon Z5 who comes without a flash, and just beginning with photography.
I do not expect much use for a flash, hence trying to understand if this would be good enough, as well as a deal with making.
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Have a Nikon Z5 who comes without a flash, and just beginning with photography.
I do not expect much use for a flash, hence trying to understand if this would be good enough, as well as a deal with making.
But flash is most useful when it's not attached to your camera, and you'll need a wireless trigger to accomplish that with this flash. But you could pick one of those up in the future.
If you want to learn more, this is often recommended as a good flash learning starting place: https://strobist.blogsp
Have a Nikon Z5 who comes without a flash, and just beginning with photography.
I do not expect much use for a flash, hence trying to understand if this would be good enough, as well as a deal with making.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank MozartA
Have a Nikon Z5 who comes without a flash, and just beginning with photography.
I do not expect much use for a flash, hence trying to understand if this would be good enough, as well as a deal with making.
Based on some search, Flashpoint is a Godox brand intended for the US market and distributed by Adorama.
Most of the gear between Flashpoint and Godox is the same. They just go under different names. And this one is the same as Godox TT685II.
And here's the review for TT685II https://www.thephoblogr
The Godox TT685 II N is a curious flash that will do the job in most instances for most photographers. But if you're a fan of having a lot of power, then this flash is pretty weak overall. And you really need fast lenses to take full advantage of what it can do because it's so weak.
Pros
Cons
Conclusions
Likes
Dislikes
The Godox TT685 II N is a standard flash. We're not very excited by it, but we're also not super disappointed either. It will do the job. But most of what photographers need these days has to be done by higher powered flashes. And honestly, I don't think that the Godox TT685 II N can compete. Instead, it's good if you need a really affordable flash.
Have a Nikon Z5 who comes without a flash, and just beginning with photography.
I do not expect much use for a flash, hence trying to understand if this would be good enough, as well as a deal with making.
Unrelated to the system used, this flash is rather slow to recharge. I read that the lithium battery powered variant of the same flash is much faster, so you might prefer that one if you feel like you need a faster discharge.
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Edit: I see that Kithkin already mentioned Strobist. Just consider it a double-endorsement.
When I buy a flash, external power supply port is a must. In this deal, a Godox power blast power supply can be used to power the flash for a much faster recovery time.
I also paid $40 each for receivers [adorama.com] to allow my old Speedlite 580EXII flashes to receive the Flashpoint/Godox radio signal, but putting that in one unit for $79 would be a better deal and fewer pieces to maintain.
I placed that order Nov 5 and it arrived Nov 9 so I'm just barely outside the 30-day return window. Oops.
Bottom line.. this has a LOT of value for $79. Buy two and you can have an off-camera flash (which often looks far better) for only $178.
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Most of the gear between Flashpoint and Godox is the same. They just go under different names. And this one is the same as Godox TT685II.
And here's the review for TT685II https://www.thephoblographer.com/...-n-review/ [thephoblographer.com]
The Godox TT685 II N is a curious flash that will do the job in most instances for most photographers. But if you're a fan of having a lot of power, then this flash is pretty weak overall. And you really need fast lenses to take full advantage of what it can do because it's so weak.
Pros
Cons
Conclusions
Likes
Dislikes
The Godox TT685 II N is a standard flash. We're not very excited by it, but we're also not super disappointed either. It will do the job. But most of what photographers need these days has to be done by higher powered flashes. And honestly, I don't think that the Godox TT685 II N can compete. Instead, it's good if you need a really affordable flash.
If you want something more powerful than that, you're looking at the Godox AD 200 or AD 360 II and larger units. While the AD360 can technically be used as an on-camera flash, I've never seen anybody actually do that. Both the AD 200 and the AD 360 are moonlights that are meant to be used off camera.
And yeah, sure, who wouldn't want 600Ws or even more to compete with the sun? This flash here is the strongest you can put on your camera. and it's totally adequate for indoor events / parties.
If you buy a unite with Li-ion batteries instead of AAs, those will recharge faster. Flashpoint / Godox has those too. they are just a little more expensive.
Godox lights are great.
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I also paid $40 each for receivers [adorama.com] to allow my old Speedlite 580EXII flashes to receive the Flashpoint/Godox radio signal, but putting that in one unit for $79 would be a better deal and fewer pieces to maintain.
I placed that order Nov 5 and it arrived Nov 9 so I'm just barely outside the 30-day return window. Oops.
Bottom line.. this has a LOT of value for $79. Buy two and you can have an off-camera flash (which often looks far better) for only $178.
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