Yongnuo YN560 IV
Score: 78/100
Altura Photo Camera Flash
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Altura AP-UNV2 is an affordable speedlite with a strong 68 m guide number and a feature-rich LCD interface. Its main trade-offs are slower recycle with alkaline batteries and limited high-speed sync capability. Best suited for beginner to intermediate Nikon shooters who need portable power without the cost of OEM units.
The Yongnuo YN560 IV is a manual speedlite with a strong GN58 output and integrated 2.4 GHz wireless system, offering a wide 24-105 mm zoom and fast 3-second recycle. Its lack of TTL and high-speed sync, plus limited three-group control, restrict advanced shooting scenarios. Ideal for budget-conscious photographers needing powerful off-camera flash without TTL.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
58 m | 68 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 secondsbest | 4 seconds |
| ↓ lower better | 348 g | 280 gbest |
8best | — | |
105 mmbest | — | |
100 mbest | — | |
5,600 Kbest | — | |
2 | 5best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Recycle Time (seconds) | 3 seconds | 4 seconds |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Mount Types | Hot shoe | Hot Shoe |
Features(3) | ||
High‑Speed Sync | false | true |
Number of Flash Modes | 2 | 5 |
TTL Support | false | true |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 348 g | 280 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 78x190x60 mm | 5 in × 3.2 in × 2.9 in mm |
Lighting(1) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 68 m |
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Professional reviewers praise the YN560 IV for delivering higher output than the Nikon SB-700 at a fraction of the cost, fast recycle times with NiMH batteries, and a rich feature set that surpasses earlier YN560 models. However, they note its limitation to three remote groups and the lack of TTL and high-speed sync as drawbacks for more advanced multi-flash or high-speed shooting scenarios.
Professional reviewers consider the Altura AP-N1001 a solid entry-level option that delivers impressive output and intuitive controls at a low price. They commend its reliable i-TTL performance, useful LCD interface, and wireless slave capability, while noting that it falls short of OEM flashes in terms of full HSS support and advanced features.
“reliable, user-friendly”
“bright with no delays”
“build quality (no damage/firing issues after heavy use)”
Everyday users consistently praise the flash's bright power, easy TTL synchronization via the LCD, and sturdy construction, seeing it as great value for beginners. Recurring complaints focus on slower recycle times with alkaline batteries, the need for manual adjustments on mirrorless bodies, and limited high-speed sync functionality.
