Meike MK-320S
Score: 74/100
Meke MK-14EXT-N
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Meike MK-320S is an ultra-compact Sony-compatible TTL speedlite delivering a strong 32 m guide number, HSS, optical wireless and a built-in LED modeling light. Battery-driven operation leads to slower recycle and limited runtime, and the fixed beam angle restricts coverage. Perfect for travel and portrait photographers needing a pocket-size flash with full TTL functionality.
The MEKE MK-14EXT-N is a TTL macro ring flash for Nikon DSLRs offering a high 14 m guide number and versatile dual-tube ratio control. Its lack of wireless operation, heavy weight, and limited compatibility with newer mirrorless bodies constrain its use in professional studio or outdoor macro work. It is best suited for hobbyist macro photographers using compatible Nikon DSLRs who need affordable, high-contrast ring lighting.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
32 mbest | 14 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.8 seconds | 3 secondsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 150 gbest | 398 g |
8best | 8best | |
15 mbest | — | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,500 K | |
5best | 3 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Recycle Time (seconds) | 4.8 seconds | 3 seconds |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Mount Types | Sony MI hot shoe | Nikon DSLR |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wireless Capability | true | false |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Flash Modes | 5 | 3 |
Design(1) | ||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 150 g | 398 g |
Lighting(2) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 32 m | 14 m |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 5500 K |
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Professional reviewers commend the MK320S for packing a robust feature set-TTL, HSS, stroboscopic up to 500 Hz, and optical wireless-into an ultra-compact, metal-body flash, noting its intuitive LCD and USB-Micro charging as strong value points, while flagging its fixed beam angle and lack of radio wireless as notable trade-offs.
Everyday users consistently praise the flash's portability, surprising power output, even lighting and ease of use for beginners, especially the TTL auto mode and LED assist, but they commonly complain about the rapid drain of AA batteries, slower recycle speed, limited head rotation, and occasional overheating in high-frequency strobe use.
Professional reviewers commend the MK-14EXT for its versatile dual-tube ratio control, strong 46′ guide number and reliable i-TTL performance, which together deliver precise, high-contrast macro lighting. However, they also point out that its brightness can be excessive, it lacks wireless triggering, and its support is limited to older Nikon DSLRs, leaving its suitability for serious professional macro work uncertain.
Everyday users praise the flash for delivering even, shadow-free illumination ideal for jewelry, product and dental photography, and for its long battery life and included adapter rings. Recurring complaints focus on the absence of wireless control, occasional over-brightness, and limited compatibility with newer Nikon mirrorless bodies.
“small and easy to carry”
“praises the MK-14EXT's flexibility in TTL/Manual/A:B modes, brightness for stopping down to f/16 at ISO 100/1/250s, and side power programming, calling it useful for macro control but noting the jury is "out" after brief testing-potentially too bright without adjustments.”
