Neewer TT560
Score: 70/100
Altura Photo Flash
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Neewer TT560 is an affordable, manual-control speedlite with a solid GN38, fast low-power recycle and useful overheat protection, but it lacks TTL, HSS and built-in wireless features.
The Altura Photo AP-UNV2 is a budget manual flash with a versatile head, LCD interface and optical slave, suited for learning and controlled studio work. Its lack of TTL, HSS and reliance on AA batteries limit fast-action and outdoor use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
38 mbest | 38 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.9 sbest |
| ↓ lower better | 286 gbest | 440 g |
8 levelsbest | 8 levelsbest | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,600 Kbest | |
6 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, S1, S2 | Manual, Stroboscopic, S1, S2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus, Pentax, Fujifilm, Sony | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, etc. |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 286 g | 440 g |
Performance(1) | ||
Recycle Time (s) | 0.1-5 s | 2.9 s |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the TT560 as a fantastic entry-level flash that is beginner-friendly, highly functional, and reliable in optical slave mode, while noting the lack of TTL and HSS as drawbacks for advanced work.
Everyday users highlight the flash's excellent value, reliable S1 optical slave, and lightweight build, but complain about incompatibility with some newer Canon bodies and occasional triggering issues.
Professional reviewers see it as a solid, value-driven entry-level flash with good build and features, but note missing TTL and HSS as major drawbacks for serious shooters.
Everyday users appreciate its affordability and flexibility, while complaining about the lack of TTL, slower recycle and battery compartment durability.
“a fantastic entry-level flash”
“Great value for the price and very easy to use.”
“Works well for portraits, but I wish it had TTL.”
Neewer TT560 is a close competitor for pure manual use, but Altura wins with an LCD and stroboscopic capability.
