Godox TT600
Score: 71/100
Meike FC-100
Score: 55/100Rankings
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 Meike FC-100 is a manual LED macro ring flash that offers versatile continuous and flash lighting with a lightweight design and affordable price. Its low 15 GN output and lack of TTL automation limit its usefulness for demanding macro work. Best suited for beginners and video shooters needing basic close-up illumination.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 mbest | 15 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 500 g | 230 gbest |
8best | 7 | |
100 mbest | — | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,500 K | |
1 | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Compatible Mount Types | Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm, Panasonic | Universal hot shoe |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Flash Modes | 1 | 4 |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Type | 4 AA | AA |
Power Levels (steps) | 8 | 7 |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 500 g | 230 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 190×64×76 mm mm | 80 x 60 x 120 mm mm |
Lighting(2) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 60 m | 15 m |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 5500 K |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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 commend the FC-100 for its low price, portability, and versatile lighting modes, especially the flash capability that sets it apart from pure continuous rings. However, they consistently note that its 15 GN output is too weak for true 1:1 macro work and that the manual-only operation can be challenging for users expecting automatic exposure.
Everyday users praise the ring's affordability, easy adapter system, and usefulness for video or basic close-up photography, but they frequently complain about insufficient power for high-magnification subjects, manual exposure difficulties, and limited effective range.
“decent, cheap for portable setups”
