Neewer TT560
Score: 53/100
Powerextra DF-400
Score: 59/100Rankings
The Powerextra DF-400 is a budget manual speedlite offering a GN33 output, full head swivel and a 18-180 mm zoom range. Its trade-offs include the absence of TTL, high-speed sync and a relatively slow full-power recycle. It is best for beginners and hobbyists needing an affordable, versatile flash for indoor and off-camera use.
The Neewer TT560 is a budget-friendly manual speedlite with a solid GN38 output and versatile head rotation. Its main trade-offs are the absence of TTL, high-speed sync, and a relatively slow full-power recycle. It is best suited for beginners and hobbyists needing an inexpensive indoor flash.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
38 mbest | 33 m | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3 secondsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 454 g | 315 gbest |
8best | 8best | |
5,600 K | 5,800 Kbest | |
3best | 3best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Recycle Time (seconds) | 0.1-5 seconds | 3 seconds |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Mount Types | Standard hot shoe, Sony MI hot shoe | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, Olympus, Panasonic, etc. |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | 4 x AA (Alkaline or Ni-MH) | 4× AA alkaline |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 454 g | 315 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 221×80×102 mm mm | 190×75×55 mm mm |
Lighting(3) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 38 m | 33 m |
Flash Duration (ms) | 3.33-0.05 ms | 5-0.05 ms |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 5800 K |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the TT560 a solid entry-level manual flash, lauding its GN38 power, accurate 5600 K color, and extensive head rotation for creative indoor lighting, while noting its lack of TTL, HSS, and weather sealing makes it less suitable for advanced or outdoor work.
Everyday users commend the flash for its sturdy build, straightforward operation, and good value, especially for indoor portrait and product setups, but repeatedly mention the absence of TTL, slow full-power recycle, and occasional battery life inconsistencies as pain points.
Professional reviewers consider the Powerextra DF-400 a solid entry-level flash that offers good value for its price, thanks to its GN 33, full head swivel, and wireless slave capabilities. However, they note significant drawbacks such as the lack of TTL/HSS, a relatively slow full-power recycle, and a plastic build that feels less robust than competing models.
Everyday users praise the flash for its low price, long battery life, and ease of use across many camera brands, while repeatedly criticizing the cheap plastic construction, slow full-power recycle, and inconsistent performance at very high shutter speeds.
“works really well”
“comparable to other speedlights”
“value as a basic manual flash for beginners or backups”
