Yongnuo YN560 IV
Score: 78/100
Meike FC-100
Score: 55/100Rankings
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.
The Meike FC-100 is a manual LED macro ring flash that offers versatile continuous and flash lighting with a lightweight design and affordable price. Its low 15 GN output and lack of TTL automation limit its usefulness for demanding macro work. Best suited for beginners and video shooters needing basic close-up illumination.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
58 mbest | 15 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 secondsbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 348 g | 230 gbest |
8best | 7 | |
105 mmbest | — | |
100 mbest | — | |
5,600 Kbest | 5,500 K | |
2 | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
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General(1) | ||
Compatible Mount Types | Hot shoe | Universal hot shoe |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Flash Modes | 2 | 4 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Levels (steps) | 8 | 7 |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (with batteries) (g) | 348 g | 230 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 78x190x60 mm | 80 x 60 x 120 mm mm |
Lighting(2) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 15 m |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 5500 K |
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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 commend the FC-100 for its low price, portability, and versatile lighting modes, especially the flash capability that sets it apart from pure continuous rings. However, they consistently note that its 15 GN output is too weak for true 1:1 macro work and that the manual-only operation can be challenging for users expecting automatic exposure.
Everyday users praise the ring's affordability, easy adapter system, and usefulness for video or basic close-up photography, but they frequently complain about insufficient power for high-magnification subjects, manual exposure difficulties, and limited effective range.
“decent, cheap for portable setups”
