Altura Photo Flash
Score: 67/100
Godox iM30
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Godox iM30 is an ultra-compact manual speedlight powered by two AAA cells, offering basic flash functionality and optical slave modes. Its portability is offset by low power, no TTL/HSS, and a fixed head, making it suited for casual or travel use rather than demanding studio work.
The Altura Photo AP-UNV2 is a budget manual flash with a versatile head, LCD interface and optical slave, suited for learning and controlled studio work. Its lack of TTL, HSS and reliance on AA batteries limit fast-action and outdoor use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
38 mbest | 15 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.9 sbest | 3.6 s |
— | 230 flashesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 440 g | 108 gbest |
8 levelsbest | 7 levels | |
5,600 K | 6,500 Kbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, Stroboscopic, S1, S2 | Manual |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA | AAA |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 440 g | 108 g |
Performance(4) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 38 m | 15 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 2.9 s | 3.6 s |
Power Output Levels (levels) | 8 levels | 7 levels |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 6500 K |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers see it as a solid, value-driven entry-level flash with good build and features, but note missing TTL and HSS as major drawbacks for serious shooters.
Everyday users appreciate its affordability and flexibility, while complaining about the lack of TTL, slower recycle and battery compartment durability.
Professional reviewers commend the iM30 for its nostalgic retro styling, ultra-compact form factor, and intuitive tactile dial, but stress its low guide number, lack of bounce/swivel, and absence of TTL/HSS for demanding work.
Everyday users love the tiny size, vintage look, and AAA convenience, but are frustrated by the missing battery indicator, slower recycle, and harsh light from the fixed head.
“High manual power control with 1/128 granularity.”
“Optical slave works well for studio setups.”
“Battery compartment feels cheap and needs frequent AA changes.”
