$30 vs. $350: Speedlite Showdown! (Amazon Basics Speedlite Review)

[@skorpioflo]

Thanks a lot for the info, just what I needed! ;)

[@TuxedoReiko]

I've had the same Amazon Basics Speedlite for 2 years now, its still going strong. It's never failed while shooting indoor event photography(often poorly lit)anime conventions, quinceaneras, sweet 16s, or even weddings. I use a circular soft box (Neewer 16"/40cm Portable Mini Round Soft Box) or shoot through umbrellas and it produces great results. For groups I use a second Amazon speed lite and they don't have any problems communicating to my Altura Wireless Flash Triggers. Nice budgetography set up. I didn't know about the Yongnuo flash though, this video gave me a second option in the event I need something stronger in the future.

[@NOMcreative]

A white pop of light is a white pop of light. The biggest differences are durability, consistency, and feature set. It's not terrible for what it is. I do think I burned mine out on the intervelometer test.

[@jefferycampbell2243]

I burned an AmazonBasics out shooting at 1-2 sec intervals. It gave a loud pop, stopped working, and was very hot. Funny, I was using 4 of them slaved together, all at the same power, and the others were still cool and had no problems. Manual lists max cycle rate as 480/hr (8 sec intervals) at lowest power and 100/sec (36 sec intervals) at max power to avoid over heating. Amazon replaced it no questions asked.

[@lenspassions]

Great to know that

[@BURTBROWN]

Good job and I'm so glad you tested the Youngnuo - that's one I've been considering and now I'm convinced!!!!

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks! This video is a bit older. I might also look at Godox too.

[@michaelheenpalla4656]

Excellent content, hope your channel keeps growing!

[@julienvasquezphotographyll8900]

Exactly what I needed to see

[@o.aldenproductions.9858]

Beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing.

[@nore8141]

Great video and commentary. Thanks for the information.

[@notyourtipicaltechguy6438]

I just got a godox tt350, i really recommend it as a first flash, just make sure you use it with good quality aa rechargables. Because it doesnt work well on alkaline batteries

[@frederickoziol4720]

Vert clear test.i must admit Those speedlight are less used than filming days, but at this price, take one for dark scenes, it does the job. Congratulations for the démonstration 👍🏻 Fred

[@francissosingindyrcworldga8936]

Thank u for this review. I'll definitely look into that Youngnuo speedlight

[@NOMcreative]

This is a bit of an older review. I would also look at Godox. A bit more money, but still not as much as first party, but with more features.

[@francissosingindyrcworldga8936]

@@NOMcreative ok I'll look into it for budget options. thank u sir.

[@JustSomeNerd]

I have a cheap one like that I use as a back/ hair light in addition to a other light sources. Works pretty well for that.

[@NOMcreative]

It does work pretty well. And for the price it's well worth having a spare.

[@jimmyhinAK]

I agree if you have a kid getting started I wouldn’t worry about them breaking this.

[@Photomeike]

Hey Volunteer Park! Seattle in the House! Great video man. I thought about doing something similar myself!

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks!

[@richardsears6005]

thanx i have the onn speedlite and its pretty decent

[@ivedigga]

Nice video bro

[@wdts7714]

Can you review NW550

[@NOMcreative]

I do have a new speedlite I need to review... I'll look into it!

[@jimmyhinAK]

I know it’s an overuse phase but you do get what you pay for. If I bought a $30 flash it would just be a back up geewhiz if something else breaks flash I would not use it for my constant piece of equipment

[@NOMcreative]

Very true. I think the idea here is "what exactly ARE you paying for?" It's very stripped down for sure, and there are better long term options, but it's not bad for someone starting out.

[@vladvalentinov]

Good video. Question: why in the world would flash like SigmaEF630 cost $350?????

[@georgenlfull]

Wonderful QUIET !

[@BruceLeroyUK]

Good review

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks!

[@deidreowens9799]

Great info! Thanks much!

[@eyezofthetygahphotography2817]

This light seems to work for me in daylight using Flashpoint Transmitters. Flashes every time...great for doing cemetery shoots. But keep your main ones on hand.

[@TheRat3dRGAM3R]

How can you trigger the amazon speed light outside the camera?

[@NOMcreative]

You need a radio trigger, like a Pocketwizard

[@CybekCusal]

How did you communicate with the remote flash if it wasn't connected to the hot shoe and I didn't see a wire connected either?

[@NOMcreative]

The Yongnuo has an internal trigger to other Yongnuo units. The other flashes were triggered with pocketwizard radio trigger units.

[@elgallardo1372]

Will this flash work on a Canon AE-1 program SLR film camera?

[@NOMcreative]

Pretty much any flash except Canon and Nikon is system agnostic as long as it has a hot shoe. I would definitely look into either the Yongnuo or Godox.

[@joelwilliam5726]

Love your channel. You just got a new sub

[@NOMcreative]

Thank you so much! What kind of video would you like to see next?

[@joelwilliam5726]

@@NOMcreative can you do a video about which flash would be best for your Dslrs for different prices and reasons?

[@NOMcreative]

@@joelwilliam5726 I don't think there's a whole video worth... Plus I only have experience with a small handful of units I have owned throughout my career. But here's what I can say. Small (physical size and weight) are great for beginners, or for just having an extra light. If you look at this video, I needed a small light in an awkward spot, and I had an extra in my bag. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2LJkGZ-oc97g5o If you use pocketwizard, you need larger ones that have a PC Sync port. Some have built in triggers, and you will want to stay in that brand's ecosystem. Everyone uses something different and that's fine. In the end, does it have the power / battery life / trigger options that you need? Best of luck! Let me know if you want to see anything else.

[@joelwilliam5726]

@@NOMcreative thanks man, you're the best

[@mfreeman313]

I took a long look at this as a very occasional supplement to a studio strobe, which it's comparable to in functionality. Eventually decided on a Sunpak DF3600u which has a lot more power and a typical feature set for just a few more bucks, but this could have its uses. Thanks for the review.

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks! I think the most intriguing thing about it for sure is its price. But after the review there's a reason I have a bag full of Yongnuo 660s, haha.

[@starlordfunetzu5200]

Hello friend! Excelente video! Btw can you help me with something? Can you tell me what’s that kind of belt your wearing that you can hold all on you lenses and stuff? I would love to get one, thanks for you time pal!

[@NOMcreative]

It's called a Speedbelt, made by ThinkTank. The belt and pouches are all sold separately.

[@SideChey831]

Nice review, thanks! I subbed.

[@KayonaFreeSpiritKing]

This was very helpful! Can you tell me what kind of diffuser and light you are using, please?

[@NOMcreative]

The diffuser is a Westcott Rapid Box. The lights are the three lights I tested, an old Canon 430ex, a Yongnuo 660, and the Amazon basics.

[@KayonaFreeSpiritKing]

NOM Creative, LLC you are SO helpful dear! Thank you! 😊

[@Lauren_C]

The optical sensitivity in even evening light is sorely lacking it seems, even with the pop up flash right on top of it. Kind of a shame as my camera lacks a hotshoe, meaning optical is the only way to flash things. Will probably return mine.

[@carolynvines2027]

Have you reviewed any of the Altura speedlites?

[@NOMcreative]

I haven't but I'll look into it!

[@hyderbaba3253]

Thanks for your Review and Neweer tt 560 is better than all above flash...

[@TheInfluenceStudios]

Dope video I'm a videographer from Bremerton WA just now getting into youtube. I love photography and want to venture into it more. Ive been trying to find a speedlite that I can us on paid shoots but I wasn't trying to break the bank. thank to your review mixed in with other im gonna get the yonguo lite. great video, got a new sub

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks! Glad I could help. =)

[@josephpossanza5022]

BremCittyyy

[@TheInfluenceStudios]

Joseph Possanza you know 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@cosmo0080]

will u be looking at the other yn speed light i purchased a yn 600 ex 11

[@NOMcreative]

Probably not that specific as I don't buy new gear just to review. But thanks for asking!

[@cosmo0080]

@@NOMcreative thank you

[@LiveMusicOntario]

Pump a AA battery down, hold, and up a whole bunch of times in each spot to wear down the spring back force until the batteries 1) sit lower and 2) don't push out so hard. The tabs that engage the cover could break off after just a few times of use. Don't ask me how I know.

[@PAWS0810-]

i have a ONN external flash - brand new works on my other rebel canon cameras T3 and T5 just bought a T7 and it will not work with it - its only a 30 dollar unit. but not working has batteries, and works on other rebel camera. have watched 20 videos and did everything in the menu plan under the flash icon possible. message is external flash function setting - menu not available flash is off or unsupported or an accessory is attached. help

[@NOMcreative]

It's possible it's not seated properly, or it's possible something is defective in the hot shoe. Someone at your local camera store should be able to help.

[@PAWS0810-]

@@NOMcreative I JUST FOUND THE ANSWER - the new canon does not have the center thing - the other canon does - on the shoe there is a spot that needs to connect - so i need to get one for the T7 that will match up. growl lol thanks for answering.

[@lenspassions]

Nice product to share, it is quit good to use backlit

[@Belitabelita]

Hey its Ana from facebook seattle group😊 Im going trough your channel, Im looking trought your videos and would love to give you some pointers. If you'd like.

[@direwolf1972]

Have you tried using 2 of these as slaves? I'm looking to do some product photos and need lighting from multiple sides. I'm worried that with such a cheap speedlite it will not fire perfectly in sync and will throw shadows where one went off before the other.

[@NOMcreative]

I haven't, but as long as you're doing your product photos in a studio with line of sight, I imagine it will work just fine for you. I have never had problems with slave triggering in studio. It fails as soon as you go outside or shooting alongside other photographers.

[@chris5196]

Just wondering, how would you go about setting this flash up for off camera use? (Sorry, new to flash portrait photography.) Would this flash be compatible with a wireless flash trigger/would you be able to sync multiple of these flashes together that way? 📸

[@NOMcreative]

Unlike the Yongnuo (or new expensive Nikon/Canon models) the Amazon doesn't have an internal trigger. That means you'll need a radio trigger that fires via hot shoe or PC sync cable. I use Pocketwizard, but if you're just starting out there are a lot more affordable options too.

[@chris5196]

Thanks for the information. I think I have found my set!

[@chris5196]

This would be a compatible set, wouldn't it? www.amazon.com/dp/B00A47U22U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RU.ODb161ZBMJ

[@Yoko.Kurama]

What's the point of setting camera to flash when it sees another flash? Can't you just turn flash on in the camera settings?

[@NOMcreative]

If you have some super fancy camera and lights with built in triggers, sure. But unless that's the case, you need a trigger for every light. If you don't have that kind of money (or if you want to save time) then you can turn on optical slave and use as many lights as you want all with just one trigger.

[@Yoko.Kurama]

@@NOMcreative That's really weird to. So its not possible to use the hot shoe flash the same way you would use a built in pop up flash without the camera being extremely expensive?

[@NOMcreative]

@@Yoko.Kurama so you can technically use the built in flash to trigger optical slaves. It will only work if 1) you have line of sight 2) it's dark enough for the sensors to register. At home, yes. Outside during the day, no.

[@mannynikky4965]

pls teach how to use speed lite flash sync, i have no clue how it works and i get confused just thinking about it

[@NOMcreative]

Hi Manny, that is a pretty complex topic, but I'll definitely be making videos in the future.

[@lailahelaine]

Not comparable with Sony A6000?

[@paojahaokhongsai3433]

Sir can i know the price

[@NOMcreative]

It was $28 but seems to be currently unavailable for that price.

[@memyself1136]

Can you plz give your comments on Neewer nw561 speedlight plz, I just bought it and not sure how to use it or if it is a good flash

[@NOMcreative]

I unfortunately can't give you thoughts because I haven't used it. A lot has changed since this video came out. Maybe time for an update!

[@sonoferin54]

what about using it off camera ?

[@NOMcreative]

The Amazon has no internal trigger so you can use it with a pocket wizard (or similar) like I did in the video or optical slave flash.

[@bodinian]

They're not selling this anymore

[@NOMcreative]

Thanks for letting me know. I need to do an updated review on what I would use today.

[@patriciaberry2313]

I’m supposed to do birth photography for a friend and I need a flash in case the room is too dark for my camera, however I don’t have money for a canon speedlite, would this be a viable option for a VERY poorly lit (dark) hospital room? Also would it be trustworthy for something like a birth that will only happen once and be very unpredictable? Thanks in advance :)

[@NOMcreative]

At the end of the day, a pop of white light is a pop of white light. If you're in a controlled environment and aren't going to use motor drive, then it will probably do you just fine. If you can spring a few dollars more for a Godox or Yongnuo, that will probably work better for you in the long run.

[@moza260]

is it better than viltrox speedlight?

[@NOMcreative]

Haven't used it. Sorry.

[@noriqmanhakimiidrus8887]

GODOX V350 Mini TTL HSS Speedlite For Sony / Canon / Fujifilm / Nikon

[@JTroker]

Yes you did something right, except the music in your program, it is not needed.

[@CrivRex]

No Shanny test?

[@NOMcreative]

I haven't heard of that brand before. I'm in the U.S. and haven't seen it available.

[@CrivRex]

@@NOMcreative Look up szshanny.com. I have the SN910ex-rf and I feel it's amazing compared to paying what Nikon offers for my Z6. Does the job for sure.

[@mayamemminger7788]

@6:11 😂

[@clerisduchrist1253]

5:35, "absolutely get one of these, its' free"

[@NOMcreative]

LOL pretty sure I said "it's great" but I like your version better.

[@Savage1776_]

Actually ESSDI makes really good ones for about $65 and they come with extras like gels

[@mroblige1018]

So then why are people buying the expensive equipment? Is it just to show off?

[@NOMcreative]

If you mean the first party name brand stuff, then it's either to show off, or because they have cash to burn and it isn't the main factor. There are a lot of reasons to buy the $80 model over the $30 Amazon basics. But even that is missing features more expensive units have. It really depends. Do you need X feature?

[@mroblige1018]

@@NOMcreative in my case since I'm starting out. No I don't need those features yet. But those same photographers who are shelling out thousands of dollars on equipment are like you don't need fancy equipment or expensive equipment you can produce the same quality with a cheap flash. Keep on mind cheap to them is a flash that's $150usd 😒😒😒. Cheap to me is anything under $50.

[@NOMcreative]

@@mroblige1018 There is absolutely no question that photography gear is expensive. If you're just starting out, the Amazon Basics may fit the bill. If you can afford the next tier up (not the top, but still budget) it is well worth it. Google "terry pratchett boots" and you see exactly what I mean.

[@juanagudeloortiz3195]

Por favor si pueden pasrlon en español no todos sabemos ingles

[@NOMcreative]

Lo siento. Yo sólo habla inglés. (Tomé español en la escuela secundaria, para este es el traductor de Google.)

[@SammybbeePhotos]

The yongnuo was at 1/8

[@NOMcreative]

Yes, they were all at equivalent flash power, as in, if you were taking a photo they all have the same output, regardless of their max power.

[@westsenkovec]

There are cheaper flashes that are much better than the one you bought lol. Even if it's a no name product, you still pay a good chunk to Amazon.

[@NOMcreative]

If you have one that's cheaper and better, I bet people would love a link to check it out themselves.

[@jidi1207]

Godox

[@SytanOfficial]

Good video, all I have to say is (words words words *INHALE* words words words)

[@premramman8407]

so Much annoying music, I am here to listen to what you have to say not listen to your music

[@sharpskilz]

vocal fry

[@noriqmanhakimiidrus8887]

GODOX V350 Mini TTL HSS Speedlite For Sony / Canon / Fujifilm / Nikon

[@NOMcreative]

This is a bit of an older video. I would probably go Godox if I were buying today too.