Powerextra DF-400
Score: 54/100
Godox TT520II
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Godox TT520II is an affordable manual speedlite with built-in 433 MHz radio, offering solid wireless performance, tilt-and-swivel head and integrated diffuser, but it lacks TTL/HSS and a display, making it best for beginners and budget-conscious shooters.
The Powerextra DF-400 is a budget-friendly manual flash offering basic power control, optical slave modes, and a rotating head, suitable for beginners and hobbyists. It lacks TTL, HSS, and a robust build, making it less ideal for demanding professional work.
| Attribute | | |
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33 mbest | 33 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 sbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 315 g | 310 gbest |
— | 15 mbest | |
8 levelsbest | 8 levelsbest | |
— | 16best | |
5,800 Kbest | 5,600 K | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0 sbest |
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Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon,Nikon,Pentax,Olympus,Panasonic,Fujifilm,Sigma,Minolta,Leica,Ricoh,Sony | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, Fuji |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 315 g | 310 g |
Performance(3) | ||
Recycle Time (s) | 3.0 s | 0.1-5 s |
Flash Duration (s) | 0.005-0.00005 s | 0.00005 s |
Color Temperature (K) | 5800 K | 5600 K |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Powerextra DF-400 speedlite, protective bag, mini stand, instruction manual | RT Wireless Transmitter, Mini Stand, Protection Bag, User Manual, Diffuser, Color Filter, USB LED Light |
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Professional editors note that the DF-400 delivers essential manual flash capability at an exceptionally low price, making it a solid starter flash for beginners.
Everyday users generally praise the DF-400 for its affordability, basic functionality, and the rotating head that enables bounce lighting.
Professional reviewers highlight its strong cross-brand wireless, ease of use and reliable manual output, while noting the absence of TTL and HSS as limitations for advanced work.
Everyday users appreciate the reliable triggering, soft light from the built-in diffuser and simple setup, though they often miss an LCD screen and note slower recycle on alkaline batteries.
“Worked perfectly with my Sony A7III-reliable triggering and great bounce lighting.”
“Super easy to set up-just insert batteries, attach, and go.”
“No display screen makes it hard to confirm settings in low light.”
