DON'T BUY THE AD200 PRO! BUY THIS GODOX LIGHT INSTEAD! | Off Camera Flash | Flashpoint

[@trevtog]

Great video, you are spot on here. I have a set of AD360s I've abused for many years along with a bunch of speedlights. I wanted a balance of power and portability and I am very happy I went with the AD300/XPLOR300 Pro. My 360s are still going strong but I like not having to have an external pack when doing outdoor or abandoned locations. My main reason for going with the 300 vs the 200 is like you demonstrated, the recycle time. The other benefit to me is having the modeling light too. The money saved not getting the 400pro I can get 2 or 3 extra batteries and still save space and weight in my bag.

[@RyanTroy]

I have to pin this comment! because you hit the nail on the head with that!

[@Spike20101000]

Got a couple of AD360's too, must be pushing 10 years old now or close (I was an early adopter). But they're starting to glitch on the radio side, losing connection where the other lights dont. And suspect it would be uneconomical to repair. So looking for a replacement. Didn't consider the 300 Pros. Hopefully they live up to their older siblings for longevity. For the time and work I have had out of the 360's? Without replacing the batteries either? Just nothing short of amazing.

[@trevtog]

@@Spike20101000 I've been abusing the 300 Pros and they are great. I did buy the silicone bumpers for them and they have taken a few falls without any issues. I do have spare batteries but have only run them all the way down once and that was after almost 8 hours in the studio.

[@frankdecock2735]

I already had an AD200pro, and instead of buying an AD300pro I opted for buying a second AD200pro and the AD-B2 bracket. I can now combine both strobes to a 400 Ws strobe, or use one with the AD-B2 as its Bowens mount and the other as a fill light. That was the better option for me, as I also have 2 V-860iii's to act as background and fill lights.

[@rodrigoferraoO]

Eu tenho um mas vou investir em mais dois AD 200 pro ... Um kit de luz completo para fotos externas que tem varios adaptadores

[@sooka64]

I have the same set-up for the same reason. Just purchased a 3rd ad200pro

[@6gwilliams]

Ryan, I own 12 Godox/Flashpoint strobes for my professional and personal work, one V350s; two V1; three AD200Pro; two AD300pro; two AD400Pro; two AD600Pro, and they are all useful for different jobs. But I still find the AD200Pro the most versatile strobe ever made by Godox, with the most different heads and attachments you can use. Cheers and best to you.

[@elalamofilms8492]

I was about to comment and suggest the same, I have all of them except for the ad600 and I really think the same about the ad200!

[@AnthonyToglife]

That $150 price difference between the AD200Pro and AD300 makes it hard for me to agree with you on this one. Yes, the AD200 is prone to overheating when shooting rapid shots in HSS (the manual even touches on this), but for someone not needing HSS or can shoot within the AD200's limitation in that area, the AD200 is still a GREAT value for the dollar. It's hard to say a $500 strobe would be the best entry-level strobe, when you can almost buy two AD200's for the same price and have greater flexibility. All love still big homie!

[@RyanTroy]

You don’t feel like it’s waiting your money considering the 300pro is closer to the 400 than the 200 is and they are both compact? That 200 pro is like $309 and it limits you. It was good for the time it was first released but I can’t do anything with that anymore.

[@AnthonyToglife]

@@RyanTroy not for entry level. I use speedlights most of the time, even outdoors, and if it’s midday or bright I’ll rock the 200, I’ve rarely needed more power. But I’m an ND over HSS guy so I don’t deal with that significant loss of power when using HSS. I would rather someone buy two 200s and an ADB2 for slightly more money and have more power and the flexibility of using only one. Yes, the 300 is compact so if size really matters, that would be the better buy, but I still vote for the 200 as best entry level. 😁

[@ShashankD137]

In my country, the difference is 50 usd. Easy choice then 😀

[@yahshawnel]

When something new comes out we look at something that's old and say it's not good anymore this is better. Honestly it's what you make of it. What you shoot and what you need it for. Don't believe the hype. The AD200 Pro is a beast. With two you got more than enough light to do what you need done.

[@ThatGingerPhotographer]

Appreciate these insights, just looking at buying two of the 200’s

[@davidkouris2832]

You definitely hit the nail on the head....I rushed out and "Impulse Bought" the AD 200 Pro without doing any research. I was mad at Canon because their flashes were overpriced and they under performed. A local camera shop recommended Godox to me and I never regretted switching. I will be saving my Dollars for the upgrade to the AD 300 Pro. Fast forward to your next video that I just watched...The Protection "Condom!" I hope I'm not to vulgar for your other followers but it's true. I purchased a Rubber Protection for the "Back Side" of my AD 200 Pro. What a lifesaver. I have been fortunate not to break any bulbs yet...thanks to my soft box but it was knocked over backwards by a rambunctious unsupervised "Rug Rat!" No harm, no foul...thanks to my newly acquired "condom! Thanks for your honest, informative, no nonsense videos. Keep up the great reviews DK

[@brucehendricks]

Considering the flash tube on the 300 has a green tint that doesn’t match anything else in the family, that alone says no thank you.

[@fidodido664]

I own both of them. He is right. AD300 gives you more headroom for using lower power setting for the same result, thus a bit faster reloading, plus having almost the same size.

[@jclcreativephotovideo]

Something to think about is if you already have one AD200 you can get another one then get the dual bracket and now you have the versatility of using them as two 200s or one 400. But if you don't have any AD200s then the 300 is a good option for a first larger-than-speedlight light.

[@Lens10x]

I have to 200 pros and that dual bracket and it's almost a 600

[@Sashalexandros]

as far as I know, flash power doesnt add mathematically in W/S but rather as a stop

[@jclcreativephotovideo]

@@Sashalexandros Right. Adding a 2nd 200 would make it 2x brighter, AKA one stop over the range if they're set to the same power. How close it is in stops to an actual 400 unit I don't know mathematically, but it's bright enough to use outdoors which is why people usually opt for the 400. So, close enough that I prefer having the option of two lights over just one. You can also spread them out and get more coverage, making the light "softer" by giving more wrap as if you had a larger source. More versatility overall. If I really needed more power I'd get the 600 and skip the 400 anyway.

[@LMActionsports]

I love my godox strobes. I started out with one ad200. Learn how to use it and when I was finally limited on real sunny days because I was not using an ND filter, I bought another ad200, and the dual head adapter where you can connect both of them and get 400 W. I then picked up the original ad600 and I really loved having that much power if I needed it. I would only use the ad200’s for backlighting. I picked up another ad600 and I use them for my main 2 light set up. I bought all of these strobes during Black Friday sales for so much less than what they retail for. And then the one black Friday they had the ad300 pro for $350 so I picked one of them up and it is a nice versatile light that is compact and if you’re going for a light set up, I would highly recommend it. I am totally invested into godox and have 2 V1’s, 2 ad200’s, 1 ad300 pro, 2 ad600’s, and the ad1200 pro which I use for my sports action shots. I’ve been using the same batteries for the past five years and I have yet to have one fail on me.

[@lufo1971]

GODOX AD200PRO. Magmod, three different types of light, AD-B2 option as, almost equivalent to 400. The best definition of this flash is OPTIONS

[@RyanTroy]

horrible options

[@keithbarrett4630]

Good video! I like the production value and information. I own a 300 and two 200's.. still say the 200's offer more versatility. Size wise, I can stack 2 of the 200's in my bag the single 300 sits in. Function wise. I can double up the two-200's into the adapter to get 400WS in a pinch or use them sep. in an A/B grouping with umbrellas or boxes. I like the versatility of the separate heads (fresnel/bare or round head) Godox makes a really nice/functional accessory kit for the 200 (barn doors, grid, diffuser) (The awesome Magmod flash accessories also work with the 200.) I guess it all depends on your needs or style of shooting. I've never really had issues with overheating. Price wise, the 200 is also a little easier on the wallet with the 200's and only a half stop less in power than the 300... A new photographer (on a budget) learning OCF could get a 200, trigger, stand and nice reversible umbrella, for around the cost of the 300.

[@elaboy320]

After watching a few videos trying to decide between the ad100pro and the ad200pro, this video made up my mind on the ad300pro, glad i found this video, all the other videos didnt even mention it, thanx!

[@RyanTroy]

You should check out my parasnap video to show you how i really utilize my ad300 pro now

[@stkuj]

I used the AD200 for a few months; then the AD300 was announced. I pre-ordered it and have been using it since. In fact, I have 2 of AD300s (& AD100). I shoot mostly on-location portraits and have used it in 110 degree heat, mid-day sun at full power (I do carry another battery too). You brought up all the right points. I find its even a tad smaller than the AD200 with bare bulb attached. It occupies a permanent place in my backpack replacing a 70-200 spot. *The downside of the AD300 is the cost of a replacement bulb (which I did have to buy). Since, I get the AD300 at discount, the cost of a bulb + battery made more sense to just buy another unit.

[@RyanTroy]

Yeah i really love this light!

[@RickLincoln]

What a great video for people who are currently making a lighting purchase decision. The AD 300 gets stellar reviews from others too, so you're right on point here.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you for watching!!

[@OgThugLuv]

I’m in the “purchase decision” position. Not sure yet, I’m a beginner in the ocf world. May go the cheaper route and get a pair of AD200 pros.

[@Shiznaft1]

This helped me decide to get the AD200. Thanks.

[@RyanTroy]

Anytime!

[@papsny]

Have to disagree. Can you combine 2x ad300pro? Not really. Can you put the ad300 on a 13ft lightstand? Not really. You can combine 2x ad200 for 400w. The ad200 is a whole eco system. You can modify the heads, easier to travel with. It's more functional than a ad300. We use 4-6 lights during an event. The ad200 is perfect for that. If you're a 1 light guy, sure, go with the ad300. But if that light breaks. It costs 2x ad200 for 1x ad300. Thanks for your video, appreciate the inputs and your review

[@ruechel]

i was about to pull the trigger on 2 AD200 units. you've convinced me not to. i have a pair of AD400s and will most likely go with the AD300s now. Thanks, mate! Great work

[@twocupsstudio]

such an eye opening video! hardly see such honest videos. The new Ad200 pro II will have same heat issues and waiting time?

[@RyanTroy]

Godox is actually sending me one right now. Ive been waiting for a few weeks now but im going to test it with the first AD200 Pro and put those results in a video alongside the AD300 to see if it is still worth it to just buy the AD300 or the Pro II. They did add another fan to the 200 to help with over heating though

[@jefbishutube]

Thanks Ryan. I support your findings. I live and work in Barbados(summer all year). It would be false economy to buy another AD200. It overheats easily. True, it's nearly half the cost, but tell the client that's why you missed the shot. About the AD300's power, just swap the reflector for the AD-R14.

[@russellbaston974]

I had AD 200’s but I never liked their handling, yes there are a number of accessories, bare bulb, Roundhead, LED head, etc, but ends up a bulky kit. I switched to the AD300, very satisfied.

[@Jwitherow1964]

Wow I just found you. I have been watching camera -phot videos for years and you just now popped up on my feed. Rock on

[@niteshpithadia]

Man, I am your fan the way you explained the high speed sync. too good. Thank you very much.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you! 😀🙏

[@ickledotco]

Excellent advice, even two years later! Thank you.

[@blackdiesel]

I haven't used HSS in a while. I got some 3, 6, and 10 stop clip on sensor ND filters by Kase so I can use AD200s in the brightest sun without using HSS or high power. I haven't did a real shoot with the sensor ND filters yet but have learned to use them while shooting family members. It's a great way to reduce carrying gear and still be able to operate in bright sunlight. I do have a couple of AD600BM strobes that I haven't used all year.

[@RyanTroy]

How close do you have to be to your subject when using your 200 to get nice soft light in a modifier when using bf filters?

[@blackdiesel]

@@RyanTroy For me the 6 stop works best. If I use f1.4 AP I can set my shutter speed under 200th and have the lights about 4 feet away and use very little power

[@omegaman1409]

Used to own two ad200s. My first experience wasn’t good. It overheated after only 60 to 70 shots. The culprit was using hss which I have come custom to. It is weird since my nikon speed lights didn’t suffer from this and they are outside air cooled just like the ad200. The ad300pro helps tremendously by having a built in fan. The ad100pro also has a built in fan and the larger strobes yet the ad200pro is like a speedlight. The only way I got around this was by putting two together adb2 bracket which made it all to heavy and bulky to travel. I never saw anyone use this setup. I eventually sold it all off.

[@RyanTroy]

Yeah i sold my ad200 as well. I am interested in getting the 100 as well..

[@chuchonmc]

AD200 Pro is better just for 3 reasons: - It's totally compatible with the AK-R1 modifyer system with the H200R head. - Could be combined with another AD200 / AD200 Pro with the AD-B2 head, to give you a "AD400". - Could be combined with the R200 as a ring flash. So, the more compatibility, the better for all your uses. And also it's the best one in terms of value/money.

[@photographer8486]

the 2nd point is very intriguing. Can two AD100 be combined? Or AD100 and AD200 be combined?

[@photohomie]

@@photographer8486 no just the 200s

[@Pazcomedy]

@@photographer8486 you can combine 2 ad200s and using ad-b2 with their bare bulb giving you the power of an ad400.. the ad100 is not able to do this. The bracket only works with the ad200. It's the reason my favorite set up is having 6 ad200s with 3 brackets... you can have a massive lighting system for this.

[@photographer8486]

@@Pazcomedy thank you for the insight! I am beginner in photography. I bought a used Sony A7s2. New 24-70 2.8 lens. How much power flash would be enough to shoot outdoors? I would be doing street photography and portraits. I would want to take this flash with me easily and during travelling. Should I go for on camera flash or off camera flash This would be 1st flash that I would buy. What are your suggestions for flash? Also suggest soft box and tripod (either camera or flash would be tripod as I can hold only 1 thing) for travelling.

[@Pazcomedy]

@@photographer8486 Well, the a7sii is more of a video hybrid... Great camera but in the photo world it has low megapixel. The only reason this concerns me is you need to get your shots framed right in camera you can't crop in as much because you'll lose quality. I use 2 a7iii, and have 2 ad6400s. It's not about the camera its about you. The kit I think you should start with is an v860ii, a stand, and a trigger with an umbrella. At times it will feel underpowered, but that's the point you need to learn to shoot without that much power... then when you upgrade to an ad200, or 2 of them, or ad300, ad400, or ad600 you will be very good. Ad300 imo is overpowered for most portraits, I don't care what this guys said here. I have done 12 person family shoots with an ad200 and a umbrella. The key is understanding your camera and light... If you are just doing single portraits you can do a single v860ii on an umbrella to get started with a trigger, it's relatively low cost in the flash world and will teach you a lot. I started with that kit and just bought an extra v860ii and a flashbender... and got pretty solid but as I did more daylight shooting got the ad600 since the ad200 didn't exist then. Now I know how to control the light with ad200s... but the ad600 was very powerful for a basic shoot and didn't ever need recycle time. If you have the money you could get the ad200 to start but... learning to understand light is important. So starting underpowered and learning to use it will make you that much more powerful when you have more power because you will understand light better. My current kit is 4 ad200, 4 v860ii. I have plans to get 2 more ad200s, and an ad600. however I don't think I'll ever really need that much power. Most of my shoots use at best 3 ad200s. I just like having the extra power if needed. For a long time I had an ad600, 4 ad200s, and 2 v860ii. There was nothing I couldn't shoot. The only reason I like speed lights is it lets you get more creative on shooting cars, adding different background lights. They are cheap and you can put them under the under carriage of a car with different gels, while lighting it well with ad200s. If you are lighting just a single person or couple portrait, a speedlight can work but you gotta learn to use that light. I always believe in off camera flash over on camera flash... but if you get good at on camera flash it's still better than no flash. Study and learn, go out and practice, repeate, and you'll be a good photographer soon enough.

[@photo2000]

Not sure I agree with this. In Australia, the AD300Pro is approx $230AUD more than the AD200Pro. And for this, you only get a small amount of light output when using barebulb, and ability to attach a Godox mount modifier directly onto flash. When you attach the fresnel head onto the AD200Pro, the light output far exceeds the AD300Pro. The AD200Pro is a modular light, allowing you attach a range of different heads to the body of the flash. Barebulb, fresnel, extension cables, roundhead.. and now even a ringflash. In regards to the overheat throttling coming on... agreed, this possibly happens slightly faster on the AD200 than the AD300, but its not due to a temperature threshold. Its actually a counter in the flash, respective to a particular output. This is shown in AD200Pro manual. This counter can be reset quickly by turning flash off then back on again. So for the outdoor test that was shown at 5 fps HSS (no power output given), there is no reason why this couldn't be done with a AD200Pro. Overheat protection for AD200 only comes on after 40 full power shots. Shooting at 5fps, the output of the AD300 would have to be approx 1/4 power to recycle quick enough (maybe even lower down to 1/8), which would mean the AD200 would then be 1/4 +0.7 power approx to give equivalent output... this would then mean, heat protection would only come on after 150 pops. I do question the HSS description for the 5fps leaf throwing test.... the camera settings were 1/125 sec 100iso F1.8... this is below Nikon's camera sync speed? Overall, for the price, still think the AD200Pro is by far the more versatile light. And kudos to Godox for supplying the photographic industry with the most diverse and economical battery powered portable strobes... cant say there's not enough choice in their range for anyone's specific need. 👍 🙂

[@ComicConNews]

do you prefer ad100 or ad200 pro? Thanks

[@Photomeike]

I mean on paper the 300 is better than the 200. But I've found that there isn't really that much of a difference in light output between the two. But the 300 can make for a really nice portable kit with the built-in mount for the godox modifiers. I say this as someone who brought the AD300 then gave it away LMAO. I'd rather have the AD400Pro..

[@RyanTroy]

Yeah i saw the 300pro video with the one that got away. well the one that got pregnant. you should of kept it. you would of enjoyed it more than that 200 but you a westcott guy lol

[@Photomeike]

@@RyanTroy I actually liked using my Streaklight 360 (which I still own) more. It has more power and the battery last longer. If I ever replace it. I’ll replace it with the Godox AD400 Pro when it goes on sale.

[@intrinsicimagery]

The 300 is my go to single light kit!

[@TMIDD]

@@intrinsicimagery Same here my ad300 is my goto especially since I have the modifier that snaps right onto the light without the adapter.

[@rbj.photography]

@@TMIDD AD400 has a godox mount on it as well as the option to install the for Bowens mount.

[@hoangle6670]

thank you so much Ryan. I've been debating to see which one to get AD 200 or AD400. now I totally make final decision to get AD400

[@RyanTroy]

I would definitely suggest the 400 over the 200

[@publicspeakingconsultant]

Thank you soooo much. I'm very drawn to buying the AD300 now.......which transmitter did you use?

[@RyanTroy]

i use the xpro trigger

[@publicspeakingconsultant]

@@RyanTroy cheers

[@Alext146]

Thanks. I don’t need any other explanations. Just purchasing now.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you for watching!

[@Pazcomedy]

I think the most versatile set up is 4 ad200s with the 2 adb2... I rarely need to go to 1/2 anyways. My perfect full set up of flashes is 6 ad200 with 3 adb2, 4 860iis, and 2 ad600 for extreme outdoor light issues(group model shots). I carry 4 ad200s and 4 v860ii at all times. I have 2 a7iii, 2 triggers, and I carry 8 lenses, cleaning kit, and a flashbender, in one backpack bag... NOTHING beats this set up for wanting to be able to shoot anything anywhere. ad300 is nice but it takes up too much space I leave my brackets attached to my light stand... so I never forget them.

[@joshuachubbphotography]

I love my ad 300, you get the smaller Godox mount and the modeling lamp, plus it’s ultra portable.

[@Levy.AlecPhotography]

This is going to my first light set up Which one should I go with? I usually use natural light for my portrait photography but want to see how I get on with some fill-in light.

[@RyanTroy]

Hopefully im not too late. i will always recommend the ad300 pro

[@Levy.AlecPhotography]

@@RyanTroy yes, I'm going to get the ad 300 pro.

[@captureitphotography2352]

Thanks for the video. Respectfully though, other than the recycle time I see no advantage - especially given that it's $200 USD more than the AD200pro, and only $150 less than the 400Pro. Having the ability to switch between the bare bulb and fresnel head makes it super versatile, and with the optional round head, you get more out of it. With a $10 adapter, you can use all the magnetic mods that the V1 uses, and with the ADB2 adapter, I can get a 400w/s light by using 2 together. I can also fit them better in smaller spaces in my bag - the flat design means they can stack or fit into the laptop compartment in a bag. I get that everyone's use case is a little different, but I really don't see the value, considering the 200 and 400. I do agree that the 100 is kind of useless. Cheers

[@RyanTroy]

there was a guy at the photo walk that brought two ad200s to do the whole 400 thing.. and it failed him compared to my 300pro that we used high speed sync with for the whole photo walk and came back to the hotel with half a battery.. on paper what you are saying sounds perfect.. but out and about in the real world.. it is the better compact light.. it isn't the 400 but the 400 isn't something i place in my camera bag i bring a whole other case for it.. the 300 actually fits in my camera bag and with the new para snap that glow just released brings even more reasons to switch to the 300.. i will be doing a video on that when i get mine. the 400 and 300 both has the godox mount built into it and when you see how the para snap fold so thin it is something the 200 wouldn't be able to compete with..... Respectfully.

[@captureitphotography2352]

@@RyanTroy I appreciate the reply. And perhaps I don't do as much rapid fire shooting at full or 1/2 power. I can see a case for it for that reason. Personally, I'm happy with the bowens mount, because it gives the most versatility between mods and brands, so I'd definitely have to bring an adapter, rather than get a second set of godox mount mods, but again, I do see the value in a different use case. For my use case, I don't see any advantage to the extra cost and adapters I'd need (or mods I'd have to buy specifically), but at the end of the day, use whatever works best for you to get the job done. Glad we agree on the 100 though :)

[@apamacam4838]

@Capture it Photography Well said.

[@jlesterhealthcare6555]

Im sold out! thanks for the review. I noticed that as well, the AD200 is not consistent. Ive missed shots due to over heating...Im planning to get the ad300 and use my ad200 for fill and gels....

[@RyanTroy]

That would be a great combo. sorry for the late response

[@timrosenthal46]

Great information thanks Ryan as I hadn't even considered this strobe. Time for another look.

[@RyanTroy]

Glad to help

[@cnefer3]

Thank you so much. I was thinking about get the 200. I already have a 300 and I love it

[@cnefer3]

I have the ad300 & ad 400. I love them. I got the ad 200 a couple of week ago to try with the Magmod system. I don’t know if I like keep it and just use my canon AI flash. But I love watching your video. The ad 300 is my go too. I like the Magmod system, I wish it was a easy way to use it with the ad 300.

[@JIMMYSBN]

i think u are wrong! The versatility of the AD200 with all it's attachments like R200 are invaluable imho

[@namediramaboea9634]

Hey Ryan. That is a good looking camera bag. Can you please make a review of the bag and how you pack your gear, including the lights? Thanks

[@RyanTroy]

Sounds like a great idea! thank you

[@ScottEsterly]

I am in the Godox system but just preordered Rotolight Neo 3 Pros. Looking forward to comparing them.

[@HighPingDrifter1]

Great video thanks, I'm looking at the 200 and 300 at the moment and this is the first comparison I've seen that mentions the recycle times and overheating.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you so much David!

[@GovernorCedric]

What an excellent review my brother. Great Video illustration comparing the strobes. You made my decision very easy to purchase the Godox AD300 vs the 200 & 400 and also saved me the precious time I would have to spend watching numerous comparison videos. In addition the cadence of your voice is perfect for instructional videos. Keep producing this great content and representing our community.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you! that really means a lot! let me know how you like it when it arrives!

[@GovernorCedric]

@@RyanTroy You are very welcome. I will definitely keep you updated.

[@jhicks1774]

Thank you for sharing, I'm about to make my 1st purchase of an off camera flash, the AD 300 will be the ticket.

[@RyanTroy]

You wont go wrong with it. Trust me!

[@Camrographer]

Trying to find a portable hand-holdable light with HSS, remote capability, easy access for manual power control which is more powerful than my Nikon SB910s. I'm using the Godox Xpro N controller with my speedlites. How does the AD200 or Flashpoint compare in terms of these features?

[@RyanTroy]

Although you can handhold this i would say that the ad200 is good for that and the ad100 would be really good as well. it is the size of a can soda.

[@Camrographer]

@@RyanTroy Is the AD200 substantially brighter than the SB910?

[@RyanTroy]

@@Camrographer close to four times brighter

[@Camrographer]

@@RyanTroy That's pretty good. I was looking that the 300 what do you think of that one? It's important that I be able to gel and snoot on the fly for what I do.

[@RichardBrownPhotography]

I have 2 AD300 and last fashion shoot outdoors in NY they would overheat and it was only 65 degrees outside, I had 2 knowing this could happen so switched them out to get by.

[@RyanTroy]

your 300s were over heating?

[@richardbrownphotography8513]

Yes , not even hot outside out in the sun. @@RyanTroy

[@DSCMockups]

Maaaaan. Love how chill the explanation is. Great work. Good info. Much love

[@HaimGreen]

I just got one from B&H ,it’s amazing, Straight up out of the box I love it!!

[@HappeningPhotos]

Thanks for a well-reasoned explanation. If I were doing a lot of outdoor portraits, I'd take your advice. But, I do event work indoors, so my AD200 Pros are fine.

[@RyanTroy]

Definitely can do anything you need it to do in the studio.

[@HappeningPhotos]

@@RyanTroy My event work includes a lot of galas, so hotel ballrooms and other large event spaces. I never shoot in a studio. Closest would be when I make an impromptu studio in a large conference room for a day of corporate portraits. Point is, I don't need HSS or a lot of power, so my AD200s and speedlights recycle fast enough at 1/8 to 1/2 power.

[@thejsrstudio]

Can I use ad300 for interior shooting and architecture shooting ?

[@RyanTroy]

Yes, I don't see why not.

[@jessefarrell698]

Great insight!! Appreciate your efforts!

[@RyanTroy]

Thank You!

[@nick_mophotos]

Great video!!! this is definitely helping me in making a decision on which way to go.

[@RyanTroy]

Glad I could help!

[@uhoh7541]

How have your strobes held up all this time? Looking to buy my first, but have read some negative things about godox dependability. However it sounds like reviewers were maybe over using their equipment (100's of shoots mentioned).

[@RyanTroy]

So I still have this 300. When it falls now I’m safe because I put this silicone protection on the back but when it use to fall the actual strobe would break but you can get replacements of those through Amazon and when I replace the bulb it’s working again. Honestly it’s on how you protect them from falling. If it doesn’t fall it will work for ever in my case and study

[@uhoh7541]

@@RyanTroy thanks for quick reply. Reviews i saw on b&h mentioned more battery problems- but this was all good knowledge. If you're still happy 2 years later, i feel safer buying.

[@baddoggi4238]

I have both. I can say the AD200 works better in recycling then speedlights with the flash speedlight extension mounted on DSLR vs normal speedlights. I do HSS a lot in events so it's very useful. AD300 is good as mounted, period.

[@roncemine4948]

Godox Ad200Pro is the most versatile among all Godox Flash because for this two point value for money and size. Given the Ad200/pro has many accessories you can get. like B2,AK R1, H200R etc. when regards to recycle time i barely notice it during any of my event fraction of a millisecond no bigdeal.

[@iamkirky]

Thanks for this vid bro, I can't wait to upgrade from the AD200 Pro to the AD300 Pro

[@photographybylieven]

Thank you Sir and very well presented and explained!!! I have a 200 and can definitely see its limitations. Thank you!

[@RawloftheDead]

I love my ad300pro. My go to light over my ad200 and the very heavy xplor600 which weighs so much

[@RyanTroy]

agree! its just such a powerful portable light

[@wkgfreshmedia]

Great video I was on edge with buying the 300 but this video helped make the decision a bit easier.

[@Ragnovlod]

Thanks Ryan. Something you casually mentioned in this video about wheeling this stuff in your wagon strikes me. Yeah I'm lazy too, or maybe we're both just old enough to know better. Great video!

[@eneiasrodrigues]

Thank you for this video because was determinate for my decision.

[@rishabdam4228]

Should I go with ad 200 of ad300 ?

[@RyanTroy]

In my opinion the ad300 pro

[@john5516]

Thanks Ryan! This video was really informative and you broke down everything so well.

[@supaman8304ify]

I remember you from twitch! U was in the smash bros scene! I see u still grinding fam

[@RyanTroy]

@@supaman8304ify yes sirrrrr

[@dejuancampbell-music5482]

Great Video! I was considering the AD300Por and this helped me. Now I do like the AD200 as well. Both provide wonderful features

[@RyanTroy]

Good choice!

[@mroblige1018]

At the end of the day all that matters is getting paid. As long as you're clients are happy and constantly recommend you they don't gaf what gear you use. Just don't break your pockets and can't pay your own bills. I use the ad200 not the pro, the ad600 and a c stand with a deep parabolic. I never complain about the weight. Stay healthy and work hard weight won't matter

[@RyanTroy]

What you are saying is pure facts but this is more for people trying to make a decision if you already have the 200 its not to make you ditch it but i would invest into the 300 system though bro!

[@elliespohr]

Weight matters for those of us who are string beans. :( I've got two AD600PRO and several c-stands and they are not fun to move around.

[@piotrgorajek1289]

What about a funky color cast that ad200 doesn't have?

[@RyanTroy]

I never experienced that ..

[@A1Bokeh]

I am new into photography just got the the ad200 pro and a tt350. I want to eventually get the v1 to pair with the 200.

[@RyanTroy]

nice. its a good place to start!

[@marcusgarrison288]

Wow! Man... Your videos are spot on! Clean, good sound, you can HEAR what you're saying, you go right to the point, you're careful to say what YOU like, you keep things real. There's no fluff or ridiculous crazy music or editing. You're clear and concise! Very professional my friend. Keep it up! Oh! And I'm gonna buy a 300! LOL! I have one AD200pro and two V1s. Love the 200, but that recycle time makes me CRAZY!!! Ugh! I've missed a lot of shots because of that! I was gonna get a couple AD100s for portability, but I love those V1s. I'm staying with the V1s and the 300!

[@RyanTroy]

Sorry for the late reply but thank you i really appreciate that!!

[@ChuckJ7777]

Thank you for the video. Very informative.

[@JulesMoyaert_photo]

Good demo. Thanks!

[@RyanTroy]

Thanks for watching!

[@Nickelbagthagreat]

What lightstand do you use to hold the ad300 you showed in the video?

[@RyanTroy]

amzn.to/3plFwoI this is the lightstand that i use. its good because its heavy duty and its pretty cheap

[@Nickelbagthagreat]

@@RyanTroy thanks brodie! I have a cstand still in the box and im not in the mood to put it together this will save me time, Would you recommend sandbags with it or no?

[@RyanTroy]

@@Nickelbagthagreat that will depend on your set up. I don’t keep sandbags in my trunk you wouldn’t need more than one. Also because this light and modifier is so small I can get away with nothing or putting my camera bag on it.

[@marcusscott9094]

Thank you brother I really appreciate you keeping it 100

[@RyanTroy]

Anytime

[@aniljoglekar5837]

Very amazing and informative VDO.. Thank you for sharing..

[@harshadsatarkarphotography]

Good video sorted my confusion between 200 and 300

[@adamtrafford6544]

Wondering if you have the same recycle time issue when not using high speed sync? Or is it more noticeable just while using HSS?

[@RyanTroy]

Only High Speed Sync! without using High Speed Sync the flash works pretty good. shooting at night it works even better.

[@adamtrafford6544]

@@RyanTroy Thanks heaps man. Great video by the way, very helpful. Newspaper photographer in Australia here so swinging to the 200 since we're in and out of the car for heaps of jobs a day with minimal time. Was just worried about the recycle time thing but won't use HSS all that often so might be okay then. Thanks again.

[@jasonbodden8816]

You can always use ND filters. You don't HAVE to use HSS.

[@albert.artphotography]

Good content, congrats!!! A thing though “the music it’s quite loud and really no necessary, you voice it’s cool 😎 and way better than the music!

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you i started to lower my music a little more now.

[@dricjackson4902]

You speak well about the new product, but if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. My ad 200 has not let me down. But thank you for the knowledge.

[@Awthentik]

Great video Ryan! Got me considering the AD300 now. Both incredible flashes

[@snowwalker9999]

Great video! I am trying to decide which two flashes i should get for outdoor portrait now. Two AD 200's? One AD300 and one AD100? Or one AD300 and one AD200?

[@jlesterhealthcare6555]

I started with two AD200s for versitality. Which I still recommend. Remember, two AD200s can be combined together using AD-B2 adapter with modelling lights, giving you a whooping 400 watts.

[@snowwalker9999]

@@jlesterhealthcare6555 Thank you, that is what I have been thinking.

[@uxo2255]

Excellent video Ryan, I appreciate the info. Keep doing what you do.

[@RyanTroy]

Thank you!! more to come

[@allenchiu9664]

Useful info and to the point

[@RyanTroy]

Glad you liked it

[@iwankwiatkowski]

Thank you for this experience!

[@RyanTroy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mannyva01]

Looks like good things happen to those that wait...... thank you for your advice in which direction to go on the strobes with our conversation earlier ..... I just purchased both the flashpoint explor 300 pro and 400 pro as a kit with 2 softboxes ..... both for $999 at adorama.....

[@RyanTroy]

NICEEEE make sure you let me know how you like it

[@mannyva01]

@@RyanTroy that i shall..... will keep you posted

[@lukaszklopotek]

Thank you for this recommendation.

[@RyanTroy]

Anytime!

[@phillipjensen4362]

I don’t have the godox 200 branded one. I have the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 , I do like it . I like being able to go from speed light to bear bulb . Or a led panel type light .

[@busseyb.227]

I use the Adorama version of the AD200 (pretty sure it's licensed by Godox). No problems so far but I can see how the AD300 would be better.

[@mannyva01]

Would you buy 1 ad300 or 2? I ask only for 1 reason... right now at adorama 1 costs $500 and 2 with many accessories costs $799..... is it worth buying 2 instead of 1 for beginners?

[@RyanTroy]

I don’t see a reason for more than 1 ad300 it is a powerful light. I have an ad300pro 400pro 600pro and 200pro. I either use my 300 for a key light or if I use my 400 then my 300 becomes my fill light. The question is do you shoot with a two light set up because with a one light set up this light is all you need. With a two light set up you have options. 3 options to be exact. If you want to be cheaper you can get an AD200pro for your fill light.. you can get another 300 or you can get a 400 and if you get the combo of the 400 and 300 NOTHING will stand in your way at all. Because if you are using the 300 for fill light you won’t require it to be maxed out and you can shoot allllll dayyy that is if we are talking outside high speed sync. If not then any light will get the job done lol I used a godox V1 in the studio before as my key light in a large umbrella lol

[@mannyva01]

@@RyanTroy well.... I don't own a strobe yet so this is a new territory for me..... but I do appreciate the advice of which direction I should be looking into.... I do however have 5 on camera flashes all in ttl from flashpoint... with a pro r2 trigger reason I did not buy a strobe yet is because the original xplor 600 was just introduced prior to the pro version.... and was out of my price range back then..... but I will look into both the explor 300 & 400.... will start with the 300 1st and add the 400 afterwards.....

[@Max-mh5yo]

Already got the v1 and the ad100

[@manilamartin1001]

I love using the AD200 with the extension head. I clip the pack part to the base and it keeps the nightstand more stable. I shoot in the shade so it's enough light for me. I would. like to get my hands on a 300 one day. It's tough getting godox here in Philippines.

[@RyanTroy]

what is the popular strobe brand in the Philippines?

[@manilamartin1001]

@@RyanTroy Godox is the most popular. There is also profoto and Elinchrom. My friend uses broncolor (rich kid).

[@alonsogarrote8898]

have you used the extension head on top of a camera? wonder if that big cable puts extra pressure on the hotshoe

[@manilamartin1001]

@@alonsogarrote8898 I haven't tried that yet. Good idea to try though

[@alonsogarrote8898]

@@manilamartin1001 let us know if you do please.

[@Thefiguremultiverse]

What’s your thoughts on fj westcott 400?

[@RyanTroy]

Honestly I haven’t used it because of how invested I am into godox but if it’s one thing I do know is that Westcott is a veryyyyy good company.

[@gregshawphotography8828]

If everyone wouldn’t shoot like Machine Gun Kelly, there wouldn’t be any recycling time issue with the AD200. I don’t rapid fir during a portrait session. I pose my models / clients, and if I’m gong to get more than one shot, I have them hold the pose.

[@RyanTroy]

im not going to lie that had me in tears lol the Machine Gun Kelly comment

[@gregshawphotography8828]

@@RyanTroy 🤣 It’s true though.

[@mikeytek]

Some people shoot sports or even sportraits where yes recycle time matters ​@@gregshawphotography8828

[@brucemorgan9758]

Thanks, I think I owe you one

[@shannman8923]

it depends on your creativity will fit any kinds of lights..

[@Jack14432]

Thanks for the video, what ND filter do you recommend mate?

[@YouzTube99]

Interesting comparison. Am I missing the credit for the model? Nice to credit collaborators and she seems like a good one. Cheers!

[@marutirtha]

beautifully explained, I' coming from the age of on camera flash :) so can you please guide me what else I need to buy from amazon apart from the AD300 you meantioned {to work with camera...like trigger , stand etc..if you can share link}

[@glen-draketoolworks7186]

Ryan, I very much appreciate your delivery and your content. I could do without the background "music" though. I choose to watch a video to learn something, and not to be entertained. You have valuable, honest input for this industry. The internet is becoming today's classroom. But the one thing that you will not find in a classroom is planned background noise. Keep pushing the information. It is much needed.

[@RyanTroy]

Thanks for the tip!

[@dab7963]

Very good video and you have convinced me not to buy another 200 my next unit will be the 300.

[@RyanTroy]

Trust me when I say you will be happy!