Rankings
The Godox GD-MS300V is a 300 Ws mains-powered studio monolight delivering GN 58, fast recycle and a dimmable 10 W LED modeling lamp. It lacks high-speed sync and battery power, which restricts on-location flexibility. Ideal for entry-level portrait and product studios that value compact power and integrated wireless control.
The Godox AD100Pro is a pocket-sized monolight delivering 100 Ws of power with full TTL, HSS up to 1/8000 s and built-in wireless control. Its lack of a hot shoe and modest full-power flash count are notable limitations. It suits run-and-gun, event and travel photographers who need a portable, feature-rich off-camera flash.
The Godox iT20F is a pocket-sized TTL/HSS flash for Fujifilm cameras offering a strong GN15, fast 1.5 s recycle and magnetic accessories. Its trade-offs are limited compatibility to Fujifilm and the absence of a zoom head or extensive power steps. It excels for Fujifilm users needing a lightweight, fast-recycling fill flash with reliable brand support.
The Godox TT600 is a manual speedlite with a powerful GN60 output, built-in wireless X control and high-speed sync. Its drawbacks are the lack of TTL, reliance on AA batteries, and a limited tilt range without full head swivel. It suits budget-conscious photographers needing wireless multi-flash setups and HSS.
The Godox TT520III provides an affordable, compact flash with 33 m guide number and built-in 433 MHz wireless triggering. It lacks TTL, high-speed sync and a built-in diffuser, limiting its use for advanced lighting setups. Suited for budget-conscious DSLR shooters needing a portable fill flash and basic wireless capability.
The Godox iM30 is an ultra-compact, pocket-sized manual flash offering GN 15 and seven power levels with optical wireless S1/S2. Its fixed head and lack of TTL limit creative control and convenience. Best suited for travel and street photographers who prioritize size over power.
| Attribute | | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 m | 33 m | 60 mbest | — | 15 m | 15 m | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1.8 seconds | — | — | 1.5 secondsbest | 3.6 seconds |
| ↓ lower better | 1,300 g | — | 500 g | 524 g | 45 gbest | 78 g |
— | — | — | 2,600 mAhbest | 300 mAh | — | |
6 | 8best | 8best | — | 6 | 7 | |
— | 20 m | 100 mbest | 100 mbest | — | — | |
5,800 K | — | 5,600 K | 5,800 K | — | 6,500 Kbest | |
— | 3 | 1 | — | 6best | 1 |
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Performance(1) | ||||||
Recycle Time (seconds) | — | 1.8 seconds | 0.1-2.6 seconds | 0.01-1.5 seconds | 1.5 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
General(1) | ||||||
Compatible Mount Types | Bowens S-type | — | Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm, Panasonic | Tripod | Hot shoe with magnetic accessory mount | Hot shoe |
Connectivity(2) | ||||||
Wireless Capability | true | true | true | true | false | true |
Wireless Range (m) | — | 20 m | 100 m | 100 m | — | — |
Features(3) | ||||||
High‑Speed Sync | false | false | true | true | true | false |
Number of Flash Modes | — | 3 | 1 | — | 6 | 1 |
TTL Support | — | false | false | true | true | false |
Battery & Power(3) | ||||||
Battery Type | — | AA | 4 AA | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion | AAA |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | — | — | — | 2600 mAh | 300 mAh | — |
Power Levels (steps) | 6 | 8 | 8 | — | 6 | 7 |
Design(2) | ||||||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 1300 g | — | 500 g | 524 g | 45 g | 78 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 229x191x336 mm mm | 2.95x7.5x2.15 inches mm | 190×64×76 mm mm | 4.72×2.99×2.99 in mm | 41.5x41x32 mm | 75.96x71.5x205.99 mm mm |
Lighting(4) | ||||||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 33 m | 60 m | — | 15 m | 15 m |
Flash Duration (ms) | — | 1/510-1/31000 ms | 3.33-0.05 ms | — | — | — |
Color Temperature (K) | 5800 K | — | 5600 K | 5800 K | — | 6500 K |
Modeling Lamp Power (W) | 10 W | — | — | 2 W | — | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the Godox GD-MS300V for its unprecedented compactness, solid 300Ws output, and reliable LED modeling lamp. They view it as an excellent value proposition for beginners and home studios, especially because of its built-in wireless receiver and Bowens compatibility. However, they also note that the absence of high-speed sync, limited flash duration, and fanless cooling make it less suitable for demanding professional work that requires fast shutter speeds or prolonged high-power use.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for size, portability, and value, frequently highlighting the quick recycle and bright LED modeling lamp as standout features. Common themes include appreciation for the Bowens mount flexibility and the unit's ease of setup. Recurring complaints revolve around the lack of battery power, regional voltage inconsistencies that can lead to fuse problems, and occasional minor build-quality issues such as loose handles.
“The smallest, lightest... packs a lot more power”
“perfect off-camera flash”
Professional reviewers highlight its value as a budget manual flash with robust wireless features, noting the strong GN60 output, fast recycle, and extensive compatibility, while pointing out the lack of TTL as a trade-off.
Everyday users appreciate the flash's portability and wireless convenience, but commonly mention the inconvenience of relying on AA batteries and the desire for TTL functionality.
Professional reviewers and editors consistently praise the AD100Pro for its unprecedented power-to-size ratio, fast recycle times, and robust wireless capabilities, calling it a game-changing off-camera flash for portable setups. They also note its intuitive OLED interface and solid TTL/HSS reliability, while flagging the lack of a hot shoe and relatively modest full-power flash count as trade-offs for its compact form factor.
Everyday users echo the professional sentiment, highlighting the flash's surprising power, ease of TTL/HSS integration, and USB-C charging as major positives for travel and on-location work. Recurring themes of criticism focus on limited battery endurance at full power, the necessity of a separate trigger due to the missing hot shoe, and a learning curve with the stroboscopic menu.
Professional reviewers commend the iT20F for its surprising power and portability, noting that its GN 15 outshines typical built-in flashes and that the fast recycle and 700-flash battery make it a reliable on-camera fill source. They also appreciate the HSS support, magnetic accessories, and intuitive one-touch switching, while pointing out that the limited output and absence of a zoom head keep it from being a full-featured studio flash.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for its pocketable size and ease of use, highlighting the magnetic diffuser system and the ample 700-flash battery life for events and travel. The most common consumer concerns revolve around the modest light reach and the need to recharge after extended sessions, especially when the flash is used heavily.
Professional editors praise the iM30 for its unprecedented compactness, solid build, and surprisingly bright output (GN 15) that handles most direct-flash scenarios. They also value its retro styling and the inclusion of optical wireless S1/S2 modes, which bring remote capability to a pocket-size unit. The main criticisms focus on the fixed head and limited power, which constrain creative lighting and performance in bright conditions.
Everyday photographers love how the iM30 slips into pockets and adds just enough light for street, travel and small-studio work. Reviewers repeatedly mention its excellent price-to-performance ratio and practical brightness, while no major complaints appear in the available user data beyond the expected limitation of a non-tilting head.
