Godox Flashpoint Xplor AD100 vs AD200 vs AD300 vs AD400 vs AD600 vs ?

My new favorite flash is great for small outdoor portable wedding portrait photography. The ones I've always used are the Godox Flshpoint AD600 and Xplor 200. I returned the AD300 and AD400 I explain why in this video, but my new favorite flash for hiking, travel and outdoors is the tiny but powerful Godox AD100. Its simply amazing. In this video I compare flash power brightness output and different modifiers in the most harsh condition of bright midday outdoor sun. Can the AD100 Xxplor hold up against the sun? Can it actually overpower the sun? FIND OUT! You'll be amazed!
Godox AD100 www.adorama.com/fplfx100pt.ht...
Godox Flashpoint Round Head Flash Accessory Kit - Godox AK-R1www.adorama.com/fplfevrhak.html
Godox Flashpoint AD-R14 Standard Reflector With Filter Kit for the XPLOR 300 Pro Monolight www.adorama.com/fpadr14.html
Faceted Godox 15-Degree Reflector www.adorama.com/gorft23.html
Godox Flashpoint eVOLV 200 TTL R2 Pocket Flash Kit (original) www.adorama.com/fplfev200z.html
Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro TTL Pocket Flash Kit - Godox AD200 Pro www.adorama.com/fplfev200pro....
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[@JeffCreates]

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Fantastic! There is nobody sharing this much information or geeking out on this type of gear with the same tenacity or comparison as you. Great video!

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Best review and comparsion I've seen on KZbin! Thanks!

[@maxellison55]

The reason you are my favorite photography equipment channel. You explain the product in plain language anyone can comprehend and have the genius to back up your opinion with tested, concise and honest research! No bigoted preconceived notions or bias. You can’t be bought by manufacturers as you normally purchase these items and don’t take free merchandise to bias your opinions. Yours is the very first channel I look to everyday for your newest content! Keep up the fantastic work and btw, your model ain’t bad either!!😅

[@_HMCB_]

Exactly. And I mostly appreciate his real-world tests. I hate when KZbinrs describe a product without actually showing how stuff irks in practice.

[@juanbon5996]

I purchased the AD300 before watching this video. I now have a pair of AD100s. Thank you for your video.

[@ericupsidebrown]

You rock Marcus! I love your no-nonsense practical reviews. They are the best!

[@MarkusPix]

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[@vulcan1623]

I've been watching a number of your videos and testing of the Godox lights. Great job! Very thorough and detail oriented with practical information. Keep up the good work!

[@DubstepBehr]

This is pretty cool. This mini bag series is seriously turning gears in my mind for mobile setups

[@peterdoering4314]

Great Comparison - I was really considering the 300 - I am glad I watched. Always great videos Markus

[@fragranthills]

Thank you for the “View Products” tab. I will come back to it when I am ready to purchase.

[@davidb9682]

Even though I 'm not in the market for one of these, I still enjoyed your review. I just love the way you review equipment, unbiased, made by comparison to other things, real usage, and thorough.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you like them!

[@HamdaniOvais]

The video is long but you can't skip, thanks man for great information, they way you explain is really amazing ❤ love from India.

[@AprilG123]

This video is awesome! Thank you for presenting straightforward information with great examples! And your model is great! 👏

[@agentbey]

Sticking around to find out for sure. Thanks for these informative videos. Alright, that AD100 is impressive.

[@Nietzsche_K_Gote]

Thank you Markus for sharing these. I learnt and experimented a lot at my job because of your videos.

[@barkyvonschnauzer2188]

Thanks for the breakdown Markus. Great insight as always. Thanks a bunch.

[@kipmay5101]

This is exactly what I needed to find out. Thank you Markus.

[@headsethero5449]

Great video! And good point about ND filter vs HSS. It really is counter productive to bring a more powerful flash just to hamper it down with HSS. Although each photographer will prefer a different solution. It is a great reminder for photographers that want efficiency and mobility. Just bring a good ND filter and the AD100 is actually as powerful as the AD300/AD400 in HSS. With the ND filter being much lighter to bring.

[@imacmartin]

Markus - glad you rediscovered the 100. That is my portrait light for location shoots and in the studio!

[@hustlemansnipes]

You are the greatest man ever dude how can you be this cool and informative its wild

[@hermessingson5806]

Great insights! I am glad i bumped in to your your channel, many thank! All the best!

[@markkempton4579]

Thank you for this. I have a pair of 100s that I've used for hair lights and for background color for sports portraits, etc. I've also used a CTO on one in the background to simulate golden hour when we were stuck with clouds at sunset. I bought mine on sale and will be buying another now that I know they've fixed the color cast issue. I hadn't thought about the mini ballhead, either. In fact, thanks for all the great ideas here!

[@danw.7483]

Bought the AD100 Pro after watching this video and did not regret it, what a little powerhouse of a flash. Thanks Markus, another stellar video!

[@josesavant]

Excellent video Markus! Will give them a try and add them to my AD200 arsenal! They look like a lot of fun to use!

[@1pt21jigawatt]

You sold me. Bought a 3 pack kit from B&H and I'm loving it. Thx

[@ilovephotography1254]

Thank you for sharing. Your video reviews are getting great results with less size, weight and money.

[@yusufisak]

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[@WorldMoneyWins]

Those 100s are badass!! Amazing how much light they put out.

[@jwmav528]

My clients love to have shoots in remote spots. These are an intriguing option. Thank you for sharing! :)

[@henryIRL]

Definitely checking these out for Amazon Prime Day. Thanks, Markus!

[@112206maximus]

This is my first Godox after listening to all your feedback and I am very happy I did. Looking into getting a second one soon. Love your suggestion for outdoor lighting with different reflectors. I’m new to flash photography and appreciate the education. More power to ya.

[@DJDLS]

love this! it's like watching sesame street but for photographers! :D i have the V1f and would love to have at least one ad100 pro. thank you for making this video!

[@sushi_donut]

Already thinking of how to rig these for events! Could be really fun building a stroboframe-type setup for run and gun too. 🤩📸 Thanks, Markus!!

[@rogernuffer]

Thanks Markus for making these videos

[@djben928]

Thank you for your thoughts and opinions about the AD100. It is very helpful for photographers to get the value for their money when buying the right gear.

[@tmewborn1]

Markus is my Favorite, And Engineer/Professional Photographer it cannot get more fun. Wish I werre a Young Man, and niot in My 80's so I could pursure the the Hobby with more zeal. Hi attention to small & light gear is a big plus to me since I have lost my mobility. Thank You Markus for imparting you knowledge to us.

[@carsandconcerts]

Markus you are the man!!!👍👍👍Great review, Thank You!

[@_mariochristopher]

These were only $199 for a few days at Adorama this week making these even more compelling. 🤔

[@GovernorCedric]

Wow thanks , may I ask when was that ? I will definitely pick up two or three at that price 👍🏼

[@_mariochristopher]

@@GovernorCedric it was for their 4th of July sale. I bought 2… Hopefully they’ll drop the price again for Black Friday.

[@GovernorCedric]

@@_mariochristopher Thanks so much for the information. I will definitely keep an eye out. That price is amazing.

[@kbi4739]

what was $200? which one?

[@trebmal007]

@@kbi4739 looks like Godox DP400III 400Ws Professional Studio Flash is $199 on adorama now.

[@kimtruong4676]

fantastic review. You show comparison power shots (with F numbers) and also an outdoor shoot against the sun!

[@Sony-Fanboy]

Out of everything i never expected this, but i'm very surprised in a positive way. And pleased at the same time. I'm very glad that i came across this video before buying even anything from the Godox AD Pro series. Right now i'm still considering the AD200 Pro the most. But the AD100 Pro also doesn't look that bad at all!

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Welcome aboard!

[@thefantasticadventuresofmr7126]

This was a great video! I ended up going with the flashpoint 400.

[@ricketstar]

Great video. I learned more than I had reading about it.

[@herrerafoto]

$239 at Adorama. Just ordered two! Thank you for going over the five units!

[@MarkusPix]

which one?

[@herrerafoto]

@@MarkusPix Oops I ordered two ad100's from Adorama. Looking forward to it! You explained so well! Thank you!

[@ShutterJunkie]

Thank you! I want to piece together a small portrait set up and find this video incredibly useful.

[@TEMTECKPHOTOGRAPHY]

Absolutely love the knowledge you give.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@markledingham4942]

Great video, Markus! I have the AD100 Pro myself - and I think it’s a joy to use. Along with my AK-R1 accessories. 😎

[@Pine4205]

Keep it going. You are very informative and I appreciate it.

[@michaelrauen6985]

I really appreciate your explanations for using Godox equipment.

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you Michael

[@lydiatwina1227]

Great to know. Thanks for sharing. It’s awesome. Learning on the way.

[@halbrownphoto]

I really enjoy your presentations, keep up the good work. Having not read all the comments I can't be sure someone hasn't already mentioned it, but a couple of months ago I ordered a third 100 pro from Adorama. I contacted Shua in tech support and inquired about the color difference in the latest strobe vs the other two I already owned. Two days later I received two replacement front lenses at no charge. I've been dealing with Adorama as a source for their Flashpoint strobes for probably 5 years or more. I won't bore you with the details or a list of how many of their strobes I own, but for my money they are unbeatable for customer service and product support, at least on the flashpoint strobes.

[@markkempton4579]

This is great news. I was also considering buying a third Flashpoint 100 after seeing this and was wondering if they or Godox would sell the replacement lenses. I will be sure to ask.

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You Made my day, Markus !

[@mikeyb6737]

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[@Anonymous99997]

Markus. Thank you for recommending the AD100. I already have an AD600, three AD200s and even a V860, but bought two AD100s and two Angler 28” softboxes for a Holiday party I was shooting. For the “step and repeat” shots, I handheld one of the AD100s in an Angler and they turned out perfectly. For the rest of the party I used the AD200s with Magmods to illuminate the room and put gels on the AD100s to add some atmosphere and color, especially during the dancing. These are going to Ngoc to be my “go to” headshot lights as well. Thanks again for your honest reviews.

[@dangallagher8034]

You videos are very helpful and entertaining. Thank you very much.

[@papsny]

Great review Markus! Switched from using 4x AD200 to 2xAD100 and 1x AD300.Would be interesting if you compared modifiers for the AD100 like MagMod vs the AKR1 kit

[@WynterNZ]

Thanks man, I have been trying to find a portable light set for my work and these look absolutely ideal with a AD200 .. :D

[@vonpotatostein]

Thanks for this video Markus!!! I'm now thinking on picking an AD100 as a companion to my AD200! though I like having the peace of mind of having the AD200's extra fresnel head in case of an accident happening with the barebulb one!

[@_Donald_Duck.]

Good timing! Right when i was thinking about getting ad200 :)

[@Lowdown13blues]

Woww !! What a review ! I’ve subscribed faster than “speed light” !! Thank you !!

[@MarkusPix]

Welcome 😊

[@vickosis]

Wow! That's like seriously unbelievable, overpowering the sun with an AD100, just wow!

[@gbj6581]

Lol great video! Thanks, I've been shopping around for some studio lights and the AD100 seems perfect. I wanted to get big heavy ones, but now you make some great points. Mainly that since they work well enough for most situations, and are so light weight etc, your more likely to 1. use them and 2. be more creative and move them around. Big heavy strobes (with power cables for each one) are so cumbersome on set or location you hate moving them around. Great vid!

[@angelmusical70]

Thanks for this review. I went 300 vs 100 because I saw a video about this.

[@MarkusPix]

My condolences

[@donofman]

This video was very helpful. I am planning on buying either a 200 or 100. I have been lucky enough to test out the 200 and it is nice. I am trying to get my friend to let me test the 100. I have seen it in action and I really like the form factor. I use 2 ad 600s often but they aren't for traveling. Your assessment of. The bigger flashes are spot on . I would have liked a little more depth about the baseball strobe on the ad200. I was very lose to just getting a 200 now I am going to revisit trying to test the 100.

[@ImAaronToasty]

You've got me excited to get some 100s! I have the 600, 200, and v1c

[@MarkusPix]

Yes I have 4 of them now

[@Max-mh5yo]

Funny and educative at the same time.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@MKN2024]

OMG this video made me buy a AD100 pro thank you so much!

[@35259edgarboudaher]

I love this flash and it is my main one for years now ( I also got the v1 and ad600). one extra neat trick to help it out is to use a variable ND filter on the lens to dim the environmental light then use it at lower power to (even at ETTL) to light your subject. You'll be able to shoot wide open f stop for bokeh, avoid HSS, shoot faster and longer before the flash overheats if it does at all.

[@MarkusPix]

That's what keep saying in all my videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJmTomRmhqaJhtk and kzbin.info/www/bejne/eamce5ijqsZmgJY

[@realestatephotovideoshawns1177]

I prefer the 360. Hot shoe mount, small, folds, does everything! And I like the way the flash tube is outward. I use the 600 when I need it. Amazing how much knowledge you have an information you give our compared to all of these other pixel peepers. I appreciate every video that you do.

[@MarkusPix]

If the 360 didn't have that damn cord, that would be my only flash kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnPRlpqDm72Jq6M

[@realestatephotovideoshawns1177]

I agree, the cords do not last very long I go through them constantly.

[@MARZILLI]

Your audio is so good Marcus… Darn!!

[@JulesMoyaert_photo]

👍👍👍Superb demo! THANK YOU!

[@UXXV]

Love your style man!

[@MarkusPix]

I appreciate that!

[@lifeincoffee]

Waouh !!! Thank you for all informations …. AD100 GODOX for me !!! I will buy this week

[@AbDaniel21]

danke dir vielmals für dein tolles review! jetzt werde ich mir den gleichen Blitz kaufen

[@paparazziphotography6712]

Markus: U make spending money on NEW equipment fun again even IF I DON"T need new equipment! Well done, Mr. Hop.... 11/25/2023

[@roystansell7640]

Thank you. Lighting for me is scary and you help a lot

[@lux4us]

Very good review, agree with the AD100 being a potent and very useful flash.

[@Richie5480]

Well I have 2 of the AD-200’S and 2 of the AD-600’S, love them both.

[@mercell3121]

Thank you I really needed to watch that video

[@lurichdesigner]

definitavamente voy por los ad100... gracias!!!

[@user-ov3dl6dg1q]

Great video Markcus and I love your enthusiasm. :) It would be great if you'd do a video on ND, variable ND and polarising filters and step up or step down rings. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@theocwchannel]

I love my AD100! I have 2 of them and I've used them on professional corporate shoots countless of times. For indoor shoots it's perfect! Especially when I'm shooting industrial stock images and have to squeeze lights in small spaces. Paired with the AK-R1 modifier kit it's seriously my grab bag for 90% of my shoots.

[@MarkusPix]

👍

[@kingsamvisuals]

The people that whine about low output are clueless. You can use an ND and disable high speed sync for full power. Manipulate the distance to subject if possible. The ad100 and tiny stand you did are a killer portable setup. We just need a small soft box.

[@dandanu2526]

Yesterday I put Ad 100Pro up for sale...today I changed my mind after seeing your review:))) And I just wanted to buy an AD 300:)) I will probably buy another AD 100 Or a V860III. Thank you so much!

[@MarkusPix]

The grass is not always greener over there 😀

[@leronford]

Adorama sells the replacement glass for this on their website for anyone who has the AD100 PRO's with the old glass. It's called Flashpoint Xplor 100 Pro Front Light Shield Glass Flash Replacement Part

[@diysave1136]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@jerryrichards8172]

Great fun & informative video. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you Jerry

[@IzziedeD]

modding the reflectors for magnetic mount is pretty slick 👍🏻

[@MarkusPix]

Slick Willy- thats me!

[@sanjayprabhat4324]

Very nice video......honest opinion ....I love this

[@manilamartin1001]

cool video. My light kit is 1 AD200, 4 AD200s, 1 V1. 1 20" angler fast box, 5 grids, filters, 5 travel stands (Matthews).

[@omegaman1409]

The perfect setup for on the go with ocf. A 20" flip box and a ad100pro. Weights like a feather.

[@theraven871]

One thing that you didn’t mention, the ad100s have a built in fan to cool themselves down and the ad200s do not. I own 4 of the ad100s and 4 of the ad200s. In extreme outdoor usage, the ad200s always overheat long before the ad100s.

[@JohnSmith-nk9fd]

Great 👍 very convincing. I totally agree!