Yongnuo YN560 IV
Score: 78/100
Godox TT600
Score: 78/100Rankings
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 Godox TT600 is a budget-friendly manual flash with a solid GN 60, fast recycle, and a robust 2.4 GHz wireless system, ideal for off-camera setups. It lacks TTL and on-camera HSS, requiring an external trigger for advanced features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
58 m | 60 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 sbest | — |
— | 2,500 mAhbest | |
— | 230 flashesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 348.5 gbest | 500 g |
100 mbest | 100 mbest | |
8 levelsbest | — | |
16 | 32best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, Multi | Manual, S1, S2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm, Panasonic | Canon,Nikon,Pentax,Olympus,Fujifilm,Panasonic |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA (alkaline or Ni-MH) | AA |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 348.5 g | 500 g |
Wireless & Connectivity(2) | ||
Wireless Channels | 16 | 32 |
Wireless Groups | 3 | 5 |
Performance(4) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 60 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 3 s | 0.1-2.6 s |
Flash Duration (s) | 0.00005 s | 0.00333-0.00005 s |
High‑Speed Sync | false | true |
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 praise the TT600 as a smart, budget-friendly stepping stone into Godox's radio-controlled lighting ecosystem, noting its reliable wireless performance and value.
Everyday users love the TT600 for its consistent output, easy wireless syncing, and helpful LCD screen, while complaining about the lack of TTL and the need for an external trigger for HSS.
“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.”
