Godox AD300 Pro Review - Their BEST Light Yet! (BTS Photoshoot)

[@gentlegnt]

LOVE the photo session!! Thanks so much...good to see you back in the game. Been missing your shoots. :-)

[@fjhphoto]

Thank you so much! Going to do my best to make more videos 😊

[@theidahohuskies]

Just stumbled upon your channel and smashed that sub button. Awesome straight to the point review and amazing BTS at the end. I found this video really helpful to see both the technical and practical side of things when out on location. Excited to see what you create next!

[@spuckz]

These are some impressive flash photos. I think I need to learn a few things from you here. Came here for the AD300Pro review, now I need a ND filter also :D

[@manguefishing421]

the strobist king

[@lekaakela]

14:56 you use the full power of the flash and f1.2 at the same time. How is it possible? The aperture should be about f11. Grey filters?

[@wario2472000]

Amazing! Always love your content.

[@startrekmelo2749]

Fantastic video!!! You covered Everything and then shooting with the light at the end was absolutely necessary to show people what it can do and how a pro uses it after you discussed it's power. Job well done!👏

[@Tarets]

The video is informative, but man these shots are just phenomenal. Thank you.

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

Great video, man! I'm now really considering this one. Since the AD600 and AD400 are a bit too powerful for my needs, this AD300 PRO might just be for me. Thanks for showing examples too!

[@zacgrimaldo]

I too have the Ad600 and Ad400 and it's not that they are too powerful for me, but the portability and still have enough power. I bought two and I am adding a third for a location kit. You won't regret it!

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

@@zacgrimaldo oh yeah! lol totally agree about the portability. And good to know! :D

[@DanielGrovePhoto]

My 200pro took it's last fall lastnight during a windy shoot in San Antonio. Looks like I'm moving up to the 300! Thanks for this great video.

[@chrisberardi2304]

The tennis phots at the end were great!

[@garfield4108]

Fabulous results on the tennis court !

[@cajadigital4676]

Amigo, de las mejores fotos que he visto en los canales de fotografía. Felicitaciones

[@mduduzimota3599]

Is it possible for me get raw format of the picture to edit them?

[@RM.TokyoPhotographer]

Anyone know why the buttons are not working on AD300...I can turn it on but can't turn the flash off...the buttons aren't working at all but xpro can trigger the flash.....

[@mr.gratitude7594]

This was an excellent video, well laid out and the photo shoot at the end was fantastic. I thought was click bait but the info provided was spot on.

[@misaza26]

Please do a beginners guide to using strobe on location. I feel so lost on where to begin. I just go the 300 pro and still sealed in the box. Your videos are amazing!

[@fjhphoto]

I do want to make this very soon because I think it will help a lot. I'll try and make this before the end of the month. You have an excellent light on your hands for now.😊

[@JoseSorianoPhotography]

Great info! big fan of your work! stunning model

[@angelabowe304]

Love this! I am having a hard time figuring out what type of ring to use to be able to add my soft box to my new Godox AD300. Can you help me? I have an S bracket.

[@sdfth491]

thanks for the review, this definitely sealed my decision to buy. appreciate the demo

[@shichaosun3298]

may I ask what light modifier did you use for this shoot? Seems it avoid the hot spot entirely.

[@budfotografix6206]

I have a query. You are shooting in broad daylight and the aperture is 1.2 as well yet the shutter speed is just 125 or 250....!!!!! Are you using ND Filters....?????? Looking forward to your response.

[@JF..]

I’m happy with the 200pro Great video btw 👍

[@tysonator5433]

Wonderful set of images and i like you use lowering the ambient light.

[@mattandhisnikon]

I'm looking at getting the kit which has the two heads plus backpack plus I think umbrella and softbox... Does a D4 sized body fit in the backpack?

[@Garrett-In-Canada]

wait so do flashpoints trigger from a Godox X-Pro?

[@markshikada]

Can the V1 or any similar sized round head fit inside the Godox mount? I can't find the inner diameter of that mount online.

[@ranjankmsphotography]

@FJH Photography Fantastic video ❤️👍 How good it holds after 3 years from this video ? Do you still find it as good and okay in quality, performance and durability after using for three years? Can I use Elinchrom mount accessories, softboxes, beauty dishes, reflectors etc with the Godox AD300 Pro? If yes, then it would be nice and kind of you to explain 🙏

[@danpk1977]

Great review. Do you have a link to the color gels you are using for the AD300 pro?

[@Mgshotitt]

Hey I just by the godox 300pro im using canon t7i, but all image just come out black when I turn the flash on, any advice? About how to fix that

[@germansgentleman]

Oh Man the Model is so awesome and beautiful!

[@strippedlist]

sorry for me is confusing smaller godox mount, do you know if P90L PARABOLIC SOFTBOX OR OLDER GODOX BEAUTY DISHES WORK ON IT?

[@TonyPham-Creations]

absolutely perfect! You've given me something to "shoot" for! Thanks FJH!!

[@fjhphoto]

No problem! Thanks for watching.😊

[@Atrask_pasauli_su_Artu]

Hello. In your film from the photo session, the parameters 1.2f and 1/250 100ISO are given, can they be real? In the film, I see that the photo session took place on a sunny day. Did you use the ND filter or did you make a mistake when writing the parameters under the photos?

[@LuNp007]

Hello Francsico, thank you again for an amazing video. Could you please do a video where you talk about your light stands? What are your favorites at the moment, how do you fix your different lights to your stands (do you use diferents adapters? ) what are the best lights stands if you want to be able to rotate or move your light? thank you very much !

[@youssefdiouane4647]

Im trying to decide on which is better in terms of power quality and flash recycling btw the godox 300 pro. Or godox Qt 400II M. Thanks

[@Marlon_Torres]

Thanks for another great and informative video Francisco. I just bought the AD400Pro a few days ago on sale and now this one came out. I am still happy with my purchase, but I do look like how the AD300Pro has a bi-color modeling light, and of course, I would prefer a more compact/portable light.

[@detroitphotography]

Hello, Great videos first of all. I wanted to ask what video editing software do you use? I always learn something from you content

[@mickymack1230]

Excellent Video great information and thanks for sharing !😀

[@vichakarnrattanasangpunth33]

Informative and helpful as always! Thank you 🙏🏼!

[@wafaalsinaidi5549]

Should we buy the bracket ,if we have Ad300 pro with (phottix raja85)soft box?

[@tmachineproductions3141]

Would the Flashpoint connect with the X2T trigger with Canon? Also, would you have to match the id on both?

[@fjhphoto]

Yes it'll work with that transmitter and you don't need to match the ID on them. That's just extra security security you can use or not use. The channel and group need to match though.

[@tmachineproductions3141]

@@fjhphoto Thanks bro!

[@austinpias5087]

Pretty good presentation & informative...beautiful photos, Thanks ☺️

[@NikoVerano]

Hey there, how're you? maybe you can helpmeet with a question. I have a pair of AD300Pros and a X-Pro Trigger, and for now have no light meter, so I want to use the TCM function. The question is, which of the options for the TCM I must use for correctly expose with the AD300Pro?, in the menu I only have 'Speedlight (the icon)', '200j', '360j' and '600j'. Thanks in advance!!

[@fjhphoto]

I'm not sure but I will check this and update you.

[@NikoVerano]

@@fjhphoto by the way, I have X Pro for Nikon, with the firmware versione 1.7 (the last one in the godox web) thanks!!

[@stephengwrightphotography8937]

Man your shots so dope, I got the AD300 from your reviews but man, I need a lot of practice taking sunset shots with flash. It’s so tricky to be on point but I love your tutorials 🔥🔥🔥

[@fjhphoto]

Thanks! I really need to make more tutorials to break down how I get my shots. Like a step by step.

[@YigalDavidHachmon]

@@fjhphoto We will really appreciate this ) , and explain why ND vs HSS. I guess you could get similar results in the morning or in the late afternoon, but then you will have limited time to shoot.

[@siddharthreddy8868]

Incredible pics, I still don't understand how you get full body focus at such wide apatures, generally if yes get in focus years and nose get out of focus

[@银松邓]

Thank you so much. Could you tell me what's that spray?

[@fjhphoto]

Atmosphere aerosol.😊

[@ElijahXMedia]

U suggest the flashpoint xplor600 or the new godox 300 or 400 pro? I found a good deal on the xplor for Black Friday which is cheaper than both the pros. I’m only trying to start with one so what would you suggest for overall useage?

[@robsta5]

Awesome shots, thanks for sharing, great set up

[@soapdrinker]

Is it F12 . Are you using high speed syn? Also what the output of the flash. Thanks for sharing!

[@Riizq53]

at 1/1 its 300w.

[@carlospen8413]

do you use auto or manual focus? specially for those shots where she was serving the ball

[@fjhphoto]

Autofocus always unless I'm taking a photo with strong sun behind the subject. That's where it can be difficult. Sony has eye-AF and I think its what I used for the serving photo.

[@mathu_stans]

so far have you come across any enviroment where you found the ad300 to be under powered?

[@bhosekar1982]

Thanks for this insightful review. I believe the AD300 Pro works with Godox X1 trigger, correct?

[@tomdewittefoto6701]

great mix between flash and ambient!

[@charlie0742001]

Great video. But do you prefer this over the AD400? The ad400 is a much better buy right now.

[@rollingnome]

What light stand adapter alternative would you recommend?

[@fjhphoto]

I mention adapters at 6:05. I highly recommend the S2 bracket. Bowens mount is really popular.

[@richardnewland2613]

Question..I bought the Flashpoint 300 pro. and love it, but cant fire it at the lowest setting of 1/256 with my on camera transmitter it wont go lower than 1/128 ?? any way to shoot it at 1/256 ??

[@fjhphoto]

On the pro transmitter you need to enable 1/256th in the menu.

[@richardnewland2613]

@@fjhphoto Thanks a bunch for your help. I was able to figure out how to change the min.Power setting in my X1 transmitter to 1/256...Now I can use my new 300 Pro strobe 100%

[@at6851]

u forgot to share the flash power u used in each shot. Did u go full power?

[@justhimpro]

Which Godox light would you reccomend for a cheaper price ?

[@andrecsaddict]

nice work... is this sigma art 105mm?

[@fjhphoto]

Sigma Art 35 1.2

[@calpix.photography]

Nice review. Thank You!

[@misaza26]

Hi, I love your videos and finally bought your suggested gear. I will be going on location but I find that that stand (stainless steel Neewer) is too heavy. Is there a more portable stick you would recommend. I don't have an assistant so won't have anyone to hold a monopod.

[@fjhphoto]

I highly recommend a cart like this: amzn.to/3hxrgol Helps so much at my shoots. Without it is a pain to carry gear. The weight of the stand helps keep it from falling and I also hang my camera bag onto it for weight.

[@kimberlyb7]

Hiiii ! 2 questions, you have (2) 300’s Did u use both to get these kind of results ? And what’s the best easiest (less confusing) transmitter to purchase for the 300 ?? Thank you 🙏🏼

[@bj1676]

Hi, what's the part number and brand of those round gel filters you had in your backpack

[@fjhphoto]

Those are magmod gels for their Magbox. They don't fit the 300 Pro. I ghetto rig them to fit using gaffe tape.

[@MyTran-ri4do]

@@fjhphoto lolll ghetto rig them, love the phrase

[@angelabowe304]

Thank you for this. Do you have the name of your bag still? I just bought this light and love your bag.

[@freeman12321]

你好 请问是否有使用ND滤镜呢？

[@philipcook6191]

Brilliant! Thank you!

[@fotowalo]

Thx 4 the vid. I got the Ad300 today. Looks very good and it will be a pleasure to use it. There is only one thing, I don't like... to take out the battery (accu) is a real pain....

[@SamayPhotography]

Which Camera did you use to shoot the VIDEO outdoor Model and Behind the scene?

[@fjhphoto]

Sony A7SIII

[@spvimagery3527]

Bro love your work 👍🏽.

[@ClassyCameraChick]

Love this video!! Got to get me one!

[@bobelam9523]

godox should make a bowens adapter for the AD300 Pro that clamps on like a profoto reflector or softbox ring.

[@joeytide3298]

Do you know how to get the X Pro trigger into 1/10th increments for AD2OO Pro?

[@fjhphoto]

Should be in the transmitter's menu. I think it's only available in the new transmitter by Adorama. The R2 Pro Mark II or the R2 Mark II - adorama.rfvk.net/gbbPXB

[@YigalDavidHachmon]

It seems you use the ND filters in this shot to decrease the ambient strong sunny daylight compare to the model light. Is this technique better than HSS? why?

[@ericgrayphoto]

This probably sounds silly, but do the height dimensions include the reflector and cap it comes with? My bag might fit them one way, but just barely!

[@fjhphoto]

7" 3/8 tall w/o reflector & cap, and the next tiny line on the ruler after 7.5" w/ the reflector & cap. So almost the same size.

[@ericgrayphoto]

@@fjhphoto Perfect!Thanks!

[@jenningsford8066]

Must be using a ND filter. What density? ND 4 perhaps

[@fjhphoto]

6 stop ND filter 😊

[@antdx316]

@@fjhphoto Why use an ND?? For the Flash?

[@andrewstew22]

@@antdx316 Probably wants to shoot wide open using the 1.2 lens.

[@shaheedhampton9425]

my thoughts exactly .. messed my head up for a second ... I seen 250th im like " more like 2500th" lmaooo

[@p_adam19]

What's the music at 12:08? Thanks and great video!

[@cartermarriott6607]

Can you get away with just one of these and still get great shots in bright sunlight? or is 2 pretty much mandatory?

[@GeoffKirby]

Hi Dude, Did you find an alternative to the Light bracket?

[@MaeveTremayne]

I like the idea of the AD300 compared to my AD600 pro and Ad200 pro as I have the desire for an in-between power range that is lighter, however, I usually use extension heads due to my worry with wind, etc (Already lost a ad600 in the past). Sadly, this has not been available yet for the Ad300. Might still try it, but that would be nice if they came out with a head extension for the 300 as well.

[@SaifAli-oz4gl]

The model is so beautiful

[@ianjoc00]

AD300 or 400Pro? Both on sale at Adorama and they are only $20 difference! I really love the portability of the AD300 but for the good price of the 400Pro and it's power... it's really tempting. In you opinion, is the slight heavier weight and a little more power worth it being more $200 cheaper now from the regular price? Or just go with the AD300 if the reduced power from the 400 not that big? Thanks for your advice!

[@fjhphoto]

Get the 400 Pro. At the small price difference it's the better buy. Please use this link to order as it will help me out.😊 adorama.rfvk.net/MPK4N

[@rumporridge1]

AD400 all day long. It’s not that big at all.

[@ianjoc00]

@@fjhphoto thank you!!!

[@vincentaulagner377]

Hello, thanks for your video and these nice pictures. I would have 2 questions please... For the firsts pictures, I think you use a ND filter, isn't it ? (Otherwise I don't understand the measurements in full sunlight) Then, do you work in TTL, or manual 1/1 with adjusting the flash distance ? Many thanks Vince - France

[@jonathaneag]

Beautiful work 👏🏻

[@rabicc]

How is it possible that in broad daylight the photos were taken at F1.2 1/125 ISO 100. Did you use any ND filter? otherwise I don't believe it much

[@JeffBennionPhotography]

Thanks for the review!

[@lior2538]

Wow I wish I can take photos like these ones here in your video 👌👌👌

[@eolivares9133]

I’m needing everybody’s help here. I’m a beginner at photography, and I mean a beginner. Everything has been self taught for the most part. I want to invest in a strobe light, but not sure which one to get, would you recommend the 300 to start with or should I go with the 400? Also what kind of photo editor app are you using? Thank you in advance!

[@rudydeclarisse]

Hi what is the difference between the GODOX AD300PRO and the AD360II ? the first one is much more expensive why?

[@larryphotography]

Shouldn't be. Maybe at the specific store you are looking at and maybe because the AD360ii is already considered "rare"? In my country the AD360ii is considerably less

[@fjhphoto]

The Godox AD300 Pro is a much newer model that has a built in battery and other features I went over in this video. The AD360II is an older Godox light that looks like a speedlite on steroids and uses a power pack.

[@GuyMobile]

Great video!! Thank you for the review.

[@EpitomePax]

All the photos have a 3D pop to them! Is this all with just one light?

[@fjhphoto]

First 10 were one light and the last 4 had two lights. I try to use the sun as a free rim light.

[@brindhad7787]

Very useful video.. Thank you

[@udaypamphilos]

Hello Sir, thanks for the detailed explanation. I have a question - I am a beginner photographer from India and I was asked by a fashion startup company to shoot their apparel with models/mannequins in the studio. Our budget is very limited and I am looking at Godox AD300 Pro with a 120 CM Octabox as my key light. I already have a Godox TT685 and a small softbox which I can use as a rim/hair light or as a secondary source to light up the background. Could you please suggest if the AD300Pro and 120 CM Octobox would be enough to light up head to toe shots? Please suggest.

[@moroleongto100]

Amzing shoot!

[@pjflo7816]

Excellent review brother.

[@andrewjoseph9187]

what were you spraying at the end?

[@fjhphoto]

Atmosphere aerosol.

[@3-piece129]

LOL... at 14:38... loved the little dance. Love your work. I was wondering, when she was serving the ball, why didn't you try HSS so her hand was in focus or was the look you wanted? Also, what do you of using a 2nd lighy in that scene? Her left side was a little dark. Great video as always.

[@fjhphoto]

I wanted the motion blur in the action shot. I definitely should have used my second light for that. I agree with the shadows being a bit dark.

[@3-piece129]

@@fjhphoto thanks for your reply. After looking at it again, i think i like the motion blur - it doesn't make it look like a "posed" shot. All the pics look great. Just wondering what you were spraying, were you wetting the fence for effect? I thought i could see some small drips on it.

[@fjhphoto]

@@3-piece129 that was a can of environmentally friendly smoke. It's called atmosphere aerosol.

[@3-piece129]

@@fjhphoto thanks.

[@MartinV.]

great video!!

[@tomidepth8510]

im just wondering, why having great strobe but you always use it from a close range to the model ? then reduce the ligth power to fit your setting ? is it work by using a cheaper strobe and doing the same ? is it affect the quality , efficiency and productivity ? because in the end you retouch it in the post production, its just not look different by using cheaper strobe

[@WhenWillILearn]

Fall off would be the answer. Have a look into the inverse square law, it will help explain it. I hope that helps

[@jimgrubb4790]

Thanks for another great review. Two questions: Did you say the Flashpoint version will fire with a Godox branded trigger? And, when is Adorama going to let you do a group purchase on this light?

[@fjhphoto]

Won't be a group sale til maybe winter Fall of next year. And yeah, Flashpoint and Godox are the same thing so they'll work together.