Yongnuo YN560 IV
Score: 78/100
Altura Photo Flash
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Yongnuo YN560 IV is a budget-friendly manual speedlite that doubles as a 2.4 GHz radio transmitter, offering solid output and long wireless range for photographers comfortable with manual control. Its lack of TTL, HSS and reliance on AA batteries limit its appeal for fast-paced or fully automated shooting.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
58 mbest | 38 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 s | 2.9 sbest |
| ↓ lower better | 348.5 gbest | 440 g |
100 mbest | — | |
8 levelsbest | 8 levelsbest | |
16best | — | |
3best | — | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,600 Kbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, Multi | Manual, Stroboscopic, S1, S2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm, Panasonic | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, etc. |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA (alkaline or Ni-MH) | AA |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 348.5 g | 440 g |
Performance(2) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 38 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 3 s | 2.9 s |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the YN560 IV for delivering a feature-rich manual flash at an unbeatable price, highlighting its integrated wireless transmitter, solid construction, and dependable output, while noting the trade-off of missing TTL and HSS.
Everyday users rate the flash highly (average 4.7/5), applauding its ease of use, reliability, and value, but complain about the AA-battery requirement, LCD visibility in bright light, and occasional quirks with the zoom motor.
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.
“Dual functionality as flash and wireless transmitter is a game changer.”
“Great for budget-conscious shooters, but wish it had TTL.”
“The radio range is impressive, but the AA batteries are a hassle.”
