Yongnuo YN560 IV
Score: 78/100
Photoolex FK300G
Score: 70/100Rankings
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 PHOTOOLEX FK300G is a budget-friendly manual flash with a solid GN35, included optical trigger and a continuous LED mode, targeting amateurs and content creators. Its lack of TTL, HSS and limited head movement keep it from professional use, but the accessories and broad compatibility add value.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
58 mbest | 35 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 s | 2.8 sbest |
| ↓ lower better | 348.5 gbest | 662 g |
100 mbest | — | |
8 levelsbest | 8 levelsbest | |
16best | — | |
3best | — | |
5,600 K | 5,800 Kbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Flash Modes | Manual, Multi | Manual (M), S1, S2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Brands | Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm, Panasonic | Canon,Nikon,Sony,Panasonic,Olympus,Fujifilm,Pentax,Sigma,Minolta,Leica |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA (alkaline or Ni-MH) | AA |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 348.5 g | 662 g |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Performance(3) | ||
Guide Number (m) | 58 m | 35 m |
Recycle Time (s) | 3 s | 2.8 s |
Color Temperature (K) | 5600 K | 5800 K |
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 editors note that the FK300G offers solid manual performance and useful accessories at a low price, but its lack of TTL and HSS makes it less suitable for advanced workflows.
Customers rate the FK300G around 4.8/5, praising its strong output, included trigger and accessories, and the added continuous light for video. Common complaints focus on the manual-only operation, limited flash head movement, and occasional compatibility or triggering issues.
“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.”
