Meike MK430
Score: 80/100
Godox iT30Pro-C
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Godox iT30Pro-C is a pocket-sized TTL flash for Canon cameras that packs a 15 m guide number, high-speed sync, a 2.8-inch touchscreen, and built-in 2.4 GHz wireless control. It delivers professional-grade features in a 120 g body, ideal for travel and event shooting, though the lack of tilt/swivel limits bounce lighting.
The Meike MK-430 is a compact, budget-friendly TTL flash with a strong 42 m guide number and optical wireless capability, suited for hobbyists and travel photographers. It lacks radio wireless and an AF-assist lamp, which may limit low-light and studio applications.
| Attribute | Meike MK430 | |
|---|---|---|
42 mbest | 15 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 s | 1.5 sbest |
— | 900 mAhbest | |
— | 560 flashesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 275 g | 120 gbest |
30 m | 100 mbest | |
22 levelsbest | — | |
— | 32best |
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| Attribute | Meike MK430 | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | TTL,Manual,Multi,S1,S2 | TTL, Manual |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Nikon | Canon |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Type | AA | Li-ion |
Battery Life (full‑power flashes) (flashes) | 100-1500 flashes | 560 flashes |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 275 g | 120 g |
Wireless & Connectivity(1) | ||
Wireless Range (m) | 30 m | 100 m |
Performance(5) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 42 m | 15 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 4 s | 1.5 s |
Flash Duration (s) | 0.005-0.00005 s | 1/1000-1/30000 s |
Power Output Levels (levels) | 22 levels | 1/1-1/128 levels |
High‑Speed Sync | false | true |
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Reviewers commend its high guide number and TTL functionality at a low price, while noting the absence of radio wireless and occasional build-quality concerns.
Users praise its brightness, LCD interface and included accessories, but report unreliable optical slave performance in sunlight and wish for a more robust construction.
Professional reviewers praise the iT30Pro-C as the best small flash they've tested, highlighting its accurate TTL, innovative on-screen distance scale, and the blend of a full-color touchscreen with a rotary dial.
Everyday users love the iT30Pro-C's portability, easy touchscreen controls and the built-in diffuser, while complaints focus on the low head position, occasional wireless hiccups at max range, and the need for a computer for firmware updates.
“The Meike MK430 delivers 90% of the functionality of a 3× more expensive flash, making it ideal for photographers on a budget who still want TTL automation and wireless capability.”
“Compact and lightweight, perfect for travel and on-camera fill.”
“Optical slave sometimes fails in bright outdoor conditions.”
