Godox TT350 TTL Speedlite Flash with X1t Trigger Review for Sony

[@NickolasStone]

The most amazing thing about this video was your talent of posting in mid air.

[@Talesfromtheblitz]

with out a doubt.

[@colinreese]

This should say “posing” for anyone who is confused,

[@thomasstrother3962]

I bought two 350's based on this review and these guys are great! Not the most powerful flash, but bang for your buck and travel size and versatility you can not beat this setup. I was able to take some great family beach photos that I would have never got in natural light. I just need to learn more about flash photography. great peace of kit overall a must for any traveler

[@frankyvee1]

Digging the sample shots. Well done. This is what many photography bloggers are missing from there vlog. I could name a few that like to rattle on about gear but never show you what the gear can do. Thanks David

[@arcilajay]

THIS is the only video on youtube that explains how to connect the flash to the trigger properly. As a beginner, I bought this flash hoping to learn slave flash photography and could not for the life of me find a tutorial on youtube explaining how to pair the trigger, and I sat telling myself I wasted $100 and might as well sell it. THANK YOU!!!

[@marcelo_afonso]

Very good tutorial, I bought one and a TT685. To be honest, what I really wanted to comment is how incredible your jumps are! Damn

[@tysonator5433]

The end part of the video was the best ending to a review I have ever seen !

[@dunnymonster]

Love the shots at the end 😃 I'm becoming a real fan of the Godox system, the wireless interface works brilliantly ☺

[@Talesfromtheblitz]

i got this flash and love it ...BUT if i had to buy all over again . i would buy flashpoint!...because they left out my honeycomb grid and gels that were suppose to come in my bundle and they wont respnd to emails or answer phone...an i heard flashpoint is the USA branded version of their company and they have GREAT customer service..go figure...idk, anyone else have bad luck or no luck contacting Godox? ...plus the 600watt flashpoint has a better screen menu and its blue..and i like blue lol

[@Deminimis2]

I had a hard time trying to figure out on how to use this flash with the commander. I checked some other videos and ended more confused. I watched your video and finally got it to work. Thanks.

[@r.w.4743]

One of your best videos! And a very good review!

[@jdinbigd7437]

Thanks for the review!!!

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Thank you! Mine was stuck in 14MM and I could not figure out why! Popping the front cover in all the way took care of it as you pointed out.

[@ckaye]

I'm with you David. I've been using the Flashpoint version of this flash, the Zoom Mini, instead of the larger and heavier Godox speed lights, for the last several weeks. I've used it on New York Fashion week shoots and at a club shoot and despite its lower GN it's been more than adequate--and the price point can't be beat.

[@pesthlm]

I bought this a few weeks ago and have had it with me on my assignments and it works very well. Very pleased. Very affordable flash.

[@bobmorse5896]

I know I'm very late to the party, but...... Thank you so much for your most informative review on the TT350. Far and away, the most helpful video I've seen.

[@Vimes.]

Having just returned to mirrorless from my 80D DSLR I am amazed at how capable this flash is when using it on my newly bought A6500. To have HSS working with such ease is a pleasure, especially without it breaking the bank financially. Before I went over to the Canon I had used a Sony mirrorless before and the Nissin i40, this seems more versatile and expandable. Great review, didn't know you could jump that high...! Lol Thanks for making and sharing this. Would like to know your thoughts on the IBIS system on the A6500 and if it had influenced you to use any older lenses without OSS.?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Hi, Thanks. Honestly I don't like the A6500. IBIS is ok but not as good compared to Olympus. I use vintage glass and love Rokinon 12mm and 21mm Lenses. I don't need IBIS at all. However I did a gimbal for video.

[@Vimes.]

Without trying to be offensive at all, really, one thing that I have slowly become to realise is that everyone has opinions and thoughts when it comes to technology. I suppose that is why I had to try out a DSLR, hence the 80D, to be better informed whether they would suit my needs or not, reading and watching can only take you so far. For me a DSLR simply did not work out, back to mirrorless. I am learning to be a little more selective now with what I read and also to who I sub to on YT, that is why I have subbed to your channel. You make great videos and talk with a good balanced objective based on practical real use, keep them coming please :)

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Thanks. Even though I don't like DSLRs I still use one a few times a week. The 5DS is my studio camera. Cameras are just tools and you need the right tool for the right job.

[@JamesDailyTV]

I mean, I won't lie... I'm impressed as hell with your little jump there at 10:50... haha.

[@peterholman6071]

For those of you who are nex 7 users this flash can be used with that camera. You need to get the Sony "adp-ama" flash adapter. It adapts the nex 7 flash shoe to Sony"s universal flash shoe. This lets you use TTL, manual, and Multi. It also allows you to look through the digital viewfinder even with very low iso settings. Very pleased. Go for it guys. Make sure you specify the TT350S flash (to get the Sony compatible one).

[@kenj5915]

Thanks for the info on this one Davin. I ordered one and the X1T-S last night.

[@spinnito]

Thank you so much from spain, you just made my day, I was about to give up on the configuration of this two 😁

[@bwest6275]

Thank you. I didn't read the manual, but you helped me realize the reason my X1T wasn't triggering my TT350 was because I didn't have it in slave mode. My bad lol.

[@fritz9880]

Excellent explanation of the flash's functions and excellent sample photos - well done!

[@timccphoto]

Thank you for the clear information. It was much easier following your example than trying to decipher the tiny text in the manuals.

[@DUBnRUM]

Great walk through of all features. Thank you. Much better than reading the manual 🤘

[@maile4966]

thank you for this video. I'm getting the Godox flash in the mail tomorrow. this will be my first on camera flash speedlite. I bought a newer tt560 and it didn't work with my Sony a6400 and returning it.

[@KEWords]

Bought one tt350s and X1Ts transmitter based on this video.... Wow.. Looking forward to adding to this system. Its as good as he says. I have owned $500 flashes from Metz and Sony and after market from Nissin. This feels solid and complete, not like I just paid $85 for the flash.

[@phillalonde1509]

Thanks a bunch after watching your review i ordered the same kit 2 flashes and the trigger. They arrived today after a short test i am very impressed📸😎

[@sammesamme-nlar2829]

lavvikka, one of the best reviewers around, thanks.

[@AZDesigns22]

Just got one of these with the trigger can't wait to try it out

[@richardpcrowe]

I do like this little flash! It is quite unusual to find a flash of this form factor that has both HSS and TTL. Additionally, this little jewel can interface with any of the Godox radio Controlled flashes or triggers. You can't light the world with this little unit but, within its power considerations, it is a great little flash.

[@tombrady12NE]

Also works with the XT2 same way.. thank you brother, you are a legend

[@wizat100]

Content was very helpful but rewatched just for the aerobatics!

[@Rafreezotech]

Nice review.Just got myself the A6500 with fe 85mm f1.8. Might consider this flash system.Thanks for the review

[@joangilisuarez7090]

great video man! The last shots are amazing really cool!

[@gersonmadrid6675]

Tired of watching hipster reading notes, pretending to be experts... This was refreshing man. Thank you.

[@japanclaude1]

Thanks for that review Davin ,really enjoyed that J-C

[@Darkmanmr47]

David, as i understand it, on sensor af points cannot cope with infrared AF-Assist, so that's why it doesn't work with any external flash, what i don't understand however is why it doesn't pre-flash the flash a bit to help with AF in low light situations at least for you to get a lock...

[@LavikkaPhotography]

The af assist beam on the body isn't infrared. It's near infrared. AF assist off camera does work on the A99 II and current SLT models which throws that theory out. Aperlite has a flash with a constant af assist grid that helps but its made for canon. I've used it a lot on Sony. Preflashing starts at 60th of a sec and af assist duration is as long as the camera needs to focus. Metz does a multi flash with theirs but it will scare the shit out of your subjects LOL.

[@Darkmanmr47]

This is exactly what i said, only the on sensor af has trouble with infrared ( i have SLT's also, the a77II and will be getting the a99II). Those have no problems whatsoever with the godox system. It's the E mounts that have issues. ( my a7II). As an experiment i went with the a7II with the TT350s in a completely dark room. It wouldn't lock on anything. i then pressed the test flash button on the flash and voila, that was enough for it to lock. So that's why i said it needs to be a non infrared light. If i go into a completely dark room with any A mount body, the infrared light will throw a grid and af on a white wall without any difficulty. So, for the E mounts the Metz sounds like it's doing a good job even though it scares the shit out of subjects :) if only the godox would do this when on E mount as a backup option. We don't always use expensive e mount lenses ( that's when the on body af assist works.) I mostly use adapted A glass.

[@ayhancapan]

Thank you... You are one of the best...

[@Synchrodipity]

This was useful, thank you -- I was wondering whether the TT350 would be powerful enough for my needs, and this confirms it is. :)

[@WS-bk7uu]

Thanks so much for this! I'm new to flash and off camera flash and couldn't work out how to trigger my TT350F.

[@JerryWoo96]

Af illumination is actually available for mirrorless. Need to update the firmware on the flash and shoot in af-s on the camera. Wont work with continuous af aka af-c.

[@allenchannel7228]

Great informative video :) ... Love the ending part, brilliant!

[@ElKTra504]

thank you for helping understand how to sync the trigger and the flash together

[@SullyCortez]

Holy shit thank you so much!!! I've my TT350O for Panasonic/olympus and literally for over a month could t figure out how to get it into wireless mode. I watched this tutorial/review and it WORKED!!! Thank you so much!! I can now trigger other flashes without a transmitter which is amazing!!! I have two 860VII-S' and they all trigger just fine now. Thank you thank you thank you!!! Will you be reviewing the tt350 for olympus/panasonic?

[@gordonfreeman4477]

I have a TT685s with X1T which are great but too bulky. Been thinking of swaping for Nissin i40 but no off-camera option, unless buying transmitter+receiver. TT350S is the perfect answer now.

[@mypellia]

Thanks for sharing. Good info and nice demo on how to get it setup the wireless X1t, though mine is Fuji. It works the same! Many thanks and great jumping shot you got there. Cool kicking too! :)

[@MartinPatrick]

This is a fantastic overview of this product... thank you!

[@krishary8775]

Dude those jumps were no joke 😀great vid thanks!

[@paulmullan586]

Thanks for your video it just helped solve a problem with my new Godox TT350o which was stuck on manual zoom 14mm. The return of the wide angle thingy wasn't switching of the the wide angle zoom so I couldn't switch back to auto or manually adjust the zoom. Disappointing as I really like the Speedlite and I've had to return it. Think i'll give it another go

[@DonGlennTV]

It helped me, thanks

[@jasonpan4]

dude that review rocks!! maybe I go for one!! did works OK with painted hotshoes?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Yes it does. My a6000 is one the first gen that has a major hot shoe problem. Just make sure the springs in the rails of the hot shoe more towards the top.

[@doplinger1]

I wish these had been out back when I got my Nissan di700a, would have saved me a bunch of money!

[@michaeldavedizon]

Is acrobatics in your resumé? LOL! Thanks for the great review. I'm on the Fuji system myself, so I'm kinda excited to use those. It's good to know about the battery door, cause the ones on the Yongnuo's are not as reliable. Question, how's the power-on speed? Quick? Turns on every time? And I guess, without the X1 transmitter, one speedlite can be the master while the other the slave, right? Much appreciated!

[@blockbagz]

thanks for this review david. Very informative. Currently torn between the tt350s and tt685s since the 350 seems to be the smaller version of the 685. Is my observation correct?. Personally, which would you prefer?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

The 350s. Smaller and fits on the camera better.

[@blockbagz]

thank yo very much david. 350s it is, then.

[@IanCassanova]

Thanks for the time doing this video which was great, could you let me know what kind of flash stands you are using there seem quite portable.

[@shang-hsienyang1284]

The ending jump is cool!

[@Mechtasy]

Some good height on the Jumps !!!!!!

[@jaredm2725]

yes! definitively one of your best videos/review! many thanks;)

[@marqriley9460]

Had this for a year and didn't know it turned!

[@frost3682]

yes i agree one of the best review ever!!🖒🖒🖒

[@WilliamBunjamin]

is this great for outdoor off camera potrait?

[@PieterBreda]

Thanks, I forgot how to set it up. You saved my day.

[@stevenewman1694]

Nice video, very informative. Sadly these flashes don't work on new Z6ii or Z7ii when used on the hotshot in TTL mode. Come on Godox lets have some firmware updates

[@UrbanoModa]

A video that's explained well and is very useful. Much appreciated thanks a lot

[@sixyears]

From what I have been told is AF illumination only works with DSLR/SLT bodies cause mirrorless bodies can not "see" the AF assist light.

[@LavikkaPhotography]

There is no reason why Sony can't enable it. The SLT cameras are still just mirrorless cameras. The af assist on the body does work on the mirrorless bodies like a6000 to the a9 but only in afs.

[@sixyears]

SLT bodies contain a Semi Translucent Mirror with separate AF system. SLT bodies work like a DSLR but instead moving the mirror it goes translucent. Most flashes use an infrared beam to assist in focusing. The phase-detection auto focus sensor can see this IR beam on SLT Bodies. Mirrorless bodies can not detect IR light because they contain a IR filter on their sensor and they do not have a separate AF system that can detect IR light. The AF assist on the e-mount bodies do not generate IR light, they produced a red beam of light from a LED in the body. I think this issue also affect Other mirrorless systems as well not just the Sony E-mounts. Most Flashes sold right now use IR light to provide AF Assist and this system was designed to work with bodies that contain a mirror and a AF system that is separate from the sensor. Sony would need to develop a new AF Assist system for it's mirrorless bodies, the current one is not comparable with the way Mirrorless systems Focus.

[@scottbailey2610]

Very informative and fun too! Haven’t had a flash for my a6000 and this seems like a good one to start with. I take real estate photos for my wife and have only done it with ambient light. Would this set-up be a good one or do I need more power? Thank you!

[@ntone7]

Cool video! Looks nice and small... but full power recycles in 2.2 seconds? That's a big Wow! Could you confirm it's really that quick?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Yes it's really that quick.

[@ntone7]

Thanks for confirming! I wonder if it will work on my Cactus V6 II triggers? Has anybody tried?

[@thomasstrother3962]

Dave- love the channel and the information you provide. One thing I'm not asking my self. Can you mount one TT350 on camera and use it to fire another TT350 of camera in HSS or is the X1t necessary? Sorry if you covered this. I watched the video and others like it and everyone is usoing the trgger for off-camera. thanks again

[@thomasstrother3962]

Dave- Took a leap of faith and got two 350s and man I am glad. I can see why you love them. these guys rock.

[@Darkmanmr47]

Hi Thomas, this should work, as i understand it, it can be a master for other tt350's in slave.

[@hardrockertoygraphy]

Good review sir. Thank you for video now I decide to buy this flash.

[@paoloa6703]

Definitely get 2 of these if you're going this route....because they are weak. I really wanted to like this flash but unfortunately, it just wasn't enough power for me. Also, slow recycle but I guess fast enough for a 2 AA battery type of flash.

[@anthonyrichardson5580]

Perfect,and thanks again,going to order it right now,

[@darrellkc48]

Thank you, I learned a lot about my flash.

[@raviputcha]

Can you please do a comparative review of Godox TT685 vs TT350?

[@danielmenendez7225]

Hello! First of all, i have to say that i love your videos, you are an excelent camera gear teacher. Respecting flashes I have a doubt: did you recommend Godox TT350 for dark indoor photography? I want to buy a cheap flash for starting and maybe it would be better something more simple and powerfull like de Meike 930 II LCD. Thanks for your answer.

[@LavikkaPhotography]

The Godox would still work fine but if you are looking for a cheap powerful alternative then look at the tt600s or tt685s.

[@megsman4749]

Wonderful! Very informative! Thank you so much for this video.

[@TerrySandersonDK]

Nice review :-) If these are compatible with Sony multi-interface hotshoe then shouldn't they work with Sony Nex 6?Just got one of each and having lots of problems :-(

[@brainfreeze1925]

Hey David...great video! A question if you don't mind. Would you recommend a couple of these for use in interior real estate photography? I almost always use natural light with a Ronikon 12mm on my A6000. A tripod and slow shutter speeds are mandatory for shooting ISO 100. This is painfully slow . . . really s l o w. Not a great way to be effective on the job. I'm thinking I need to step into flash but using it just to enhance the natural light and allow me to shoot faster. (I'm not after the super bright shots that adorn most listings.)

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Yes definitely. I use them to bounce off of the ceilings and walls behind me. On long exposures like 20 -30 seconds I will pull the transmitter of the camera and pop it manually 3 or 4 times.

[@brainfreeze1925]

Thanks.

[@efstratiosbobotsis6050]

Thanks great review! Have been waiting to see how good this flash would be and the price is so much better than the sony brand.

[@teobot2]

Another great presentation! Thanks a lot

[@pematamang9268]

Thanks I already have Godox V860ii and i ordered Godox TT350S for background's light for highly hair and colourful like blue, green and others. i don't think it need V860ii and as well not enough budget. I don't think i have to regret to buy TT350'S. is it correct?

[@zomgonzo]

Great review! Did you by any chance test MK 320 flash?

[@dedyhuang5384]

i just know it can spin like that, thanks bro

[@MestreMur]

Nice review and great assistance!

[@ksredadare]

Nice Review - what brand are your lightstands? Thanks Kirsten

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Promaster ultralight light stands - amzn.to/2qxDnoD

[@ksredadare]

Thank You

[@michellevargas3809]

Top them all. this just top them all, loved the example at the end hehe

[@Shambolicoholic]

I love this video and Iove my godox flashes. Great job.

[@michaelscaplis]

Interesting flash. A lot more compact and likely less heavy than my Youngnuo YN560-II. Maybe something which will find it's way in my camera bag one day. Love the levitation shots, will need to try something like that at home :-) FYI, picking up a second hand 50mm FE 1.8 this weekend yeay!

[@Silambarasan_rajendran]

I am using this same flash in Sony A6400, my Exposure setting-Iso:640, Aperture:8 to 9, Shutter speed:125. My problems is my flash battery drains so fast even if i charged it up to 15 hours.

[@unknownman9429]

Great video ! Very helpful ! Thank you !!

[@baadhabit]

I just received the flash and trigger. Looks like the flash alone will not shoot faster that 160 of sec. The trigger allows for faster shutter speeds

[@LavikkaPhotography]

You have to enable hss on the flash.

[@MGrose407]

That pose was everything!!

[@pablomaresca]

Excellent jumps!!! Lol love your review.

[@808flamestarter]

Thanks for the information, and instruction. What happens if you use a 350 and a 600 together?

[@stefpix]

I got the TT685 and just ordered this. They seem great. They cost less than fixing a broken shoe on a Sony HVL-f32m. I may sell my Sony flashes. HVL-f43M overheats after 30 shots. F32M does not recycle quickly. I have the Nissin i40. Seems reliable, but dislike that it is really easy to accidentally turn the dials and you can not adjust them / see them in the dark. Also it can't be stored in the camera bag in a thin slot. Do you find the Godox flashes recycle fast enough for events, how do they compare with the Nissin i40? I wish the shoe did not have those fragile 2 plastic tabs on the side. Saw a demo at Adorama where a Sony Artisan had a new Sony flash with radio control that will come out in a few weeks ($400!), and has a redesigned shoe without the tabs, just wider and all solid. Thank you for your helpful reviews!

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Sony flashes are just crap! Godox are excellent and if you like the i40 the i60 is even better.

[@stefpix]

Lavikka Photography i40 issue I can't read in the dark the easy to rotate rear dials. that is an issue. I may just stick with godox. I can almost get 2 tt350 and 2 tt685 for the price of a nissin i60. I'm selling my overpriced Sony flashes.

[@DSM907Maniak]

I have this setup for my A6000 but the camera won't let me go above 1/140 when the flash is on. Anyone know what settings I need to change in my camera in order to use HSS or even TTL at a faster shutter speed?

[@aaronhernandez9348]

DSM907Maniak did you ever find out the answer???

[@user-su3kk5om6n]

for sony a6300 : menu->camera settings->tab3->flash mode->fill flash. this was the only way to engage HSS.

[@thomaskeithlutheir]

Cool video - high jumps, fit guy!!!

[@volkerdreyer1357]

great instructive video, thanks! Do you know how to operate the HSS on the Sony A6500? Are there special settings or settings that impede the HSS mode? Thanks and greetings, Volker

[@marcotrujillo9301]

great review!!

[@afiqahjamal2101]

I have questions, what difference would it make if the speedlite is on camera vs off-camera?

[@m-media9747]

Wow, great review, thx!

[@lg.studio]

Hi. I have just bought this flash for my A6000 and it works fine, but there is a thing I don't get. I have the flash in TTL(sync on or off does not matter) and I have my camera set to wireless fill/slow/rear .. I press the shutter I get like 3-4 pre-flashes and half a second later it takes the photo. In case I have the camera set to wireless flash, It skips the pre-flashing and takes the photo immediately. I know what slow/rear means, but I don't get why are the pre-flashes and the delay there except in the wireless mode. Also as my camera is set to manual (same shutter/f/iso) I see no differences in the outcome. Also I'd like to know if it is possible to trigger this flash with the built in flash of the camera to use it off-camera. Thanks. Great tutorial BTW. :)

[@LavikkaPhotography]

TTL uses preflashing to meter. You can trigger the flash to fire off camera with the body flash. Just set it to S1 and make sure the body is facing the camera and the head is facing your subject. The on camera flash doesn't use high speed sync. It stops at 160th.

[@lg.studio]

But the preflashes happen also in manual and multi mode on flash when camera is set to fill/slow/rear. If the camera is set to wireless, there are no preflalshes even in TTL mode, and the image is still nicely lit so it definitely measures something itself. And for some reason my flash is not triggered by the camera flash even when set to in Slave channel 1 :(

[@leonche64]

Did you check to see if your camera is set in "red eye reduction"?

[@lg.studio]

Red eye reduction either on or off, external flash is not triggered. And those preflashes I have mentioned before, those are the red eye reduction.

[@LavikkaPhotography]

red eye does pre flash.

[@MrIMacro]

Nicely done, one question please: Can i trigger this flash and the camera's flash at the same time?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

Yes you can. Set the this flash to S1 and fire your camera's flash to trigger it.

[@MrIMacro]

Lavikka Photograptoy thank you so much for the fast reply. Last thing please: does buying this flash is enough to do that or do i have to buy a trigger? if yes what cheap trigger do you recommend for my a6300?

[@LavikkaPhotography]

You need either the x1t-s or the Xpro-s. The links to both are in the description.