Godox TT520II
Score: 72/100
Neewer Z120 SE
Score: 41/100Rankings
The Godox TT520II is an affordable manual speedlite with built-in 433 MHz radio, offering solid wireless performance, tilt-and-swivel head and integrated diffuser, but it lacks TTL/HSS and a display, making it best for beginners and budget-conscious shooters.
The Neewer Z120 SE is a compact, battery-powered mini flash offering GN12 output, fast recycle and optical slave modes, ideal for vloggers and travel shooters. Its lack of TTL, HSS and head movement keep it from professional event or sports work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
33 mbest | 12 m | |
— | 2,000 mAhbest | |
— | 500 flashesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 310 g | 142 gbest |
15 mbest | — | |
8 levelsbest | 8 levelsbest | |
16best | — | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,600 Kbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, S1, S2 | Manual,S1,S2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, Fuji | Canon,Nikon,Sony,Fujifilm |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA | Li-ion |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 310 g | 142 g |
Performance(2) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 33 m | 12 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 0.1-5 s | 0.1-1.8 s |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | RT Wireless Transmitter, Mini Stand, Protection Bag, User Manual, Diffuser, Color Filter, USB LED Light | Speedlite, Translucent diffuser, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, Storage bag, User manual |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight its strong cross-brand wireless, ease of use and reliable manual output, while noting the absence of TTL and HSS as limitations for advanced work.
Everyday users appreciate the reliable triggering, soft light from the built-in diffuser and simple setup, though they often miss an LCD screen and note slower recycle on alkaline batteries.
Professional reviewers appreciate the Z120 SE's blend of portability, high-capacity battery, and optical slave functionality, noting it exceeds expectations for its price but is limited by the absence of TTL and high-speed sync.
Everyday users rate the flash highly (average 4.4/5 stars), praising its reliability, fast recycle speed, and useful accessories, while repeatedly mentioning the lack of TTL and limited head movement as the main drawbacks.
“Worked perfectly with my Sony A7III-reliable triggering and great bounce lighting.”
“Super easy to set up-just insert batteries, attach, and go.”
“No display screen makes it hard to confirm settings in low light.”
