Godox Witstro Portable Flash Strobe Range Comparison 2020 | Which One Is Right For You?

In this video, we'll be comparing the Godox Witstro Flash Strobe Range including the Godox AD200/AD200Pro, AD300Pro, AD400Pro, AD600B, AD600Pro, and the AD1200Pro. #godox #godoxwitstro #hypop
Note: The AD360 and AD360II was excluded from this comparison as it has been superseded by AD200Pro.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Start
0:49 Introduction
1:53 Godox Trigger Compatibility
2:27 Firmware Upgradable
2:47 AD200/AD200Pro
4:59 AD300Pro
6:58 AD400Pro
9:20 AD600B
11:35 AD600Pro
14:24 AD1200Pro
22:11 Witstro Flash Strobe Comparison Chart
22:30 Our Top Picks
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AD200
The AD200 is a 200W cordless Lithium-ion powered TTL and HSS enabled strobe with an in-built Godox 2.4GHz X-system radio receiver inside (currently for Canon, Nikon, Olympus/Panasonic, Fuji and Sony). Being dedicated off camera flashes they feature no hotshoe and are a slimline monoblock unit. The AD200 provide a similar compact size of a speedlite with some added power.
AD200Pro
The AD200Pro keeps the winning design of its predecessor (the AD200, above), but adds better colour stability via a dedicated “Stable Colour Temperature Mode.” Other changes include an improved, and now recessed, rear display; an increased power range; and output that is changeable in 1/10 increments. Godox also claims slightly faster recycle times.
AD300Pro
With strong power, all-in-one large capacity battery and round flash head, the AD300 Pro can offer studio-level soft and even light effects. With compact and lightweight body weighing just 1.4kg, the AD300 Pro allows you to travel light. Boasting 9 power stops from 1/256-1/1 and 10 stop 12W LED Bi-Colour modelling light you are in full control.
AD400Pro
The Godox AD400Pro 400W Witstro All-In-One Outdoor Flash is similar to the larger Godox AD600Pro with a sleeker design. t provides up to 400W of output with nine steps of power, ranging from 1/1 to 1/256, and comes with a powerful 2600mAh / 21.6V lithium-ion battery pack that provides up to 390 full-power flashes, perfect for outdoor or on-location shooting. Alternatively, you can run the monolight on AC power with an optional adapter.
AD600B
The Godox AD600B is a 600W lithium-ion powered TTL and HSS enabled portable flash strobe light, compatible with both Canon and Nikon 2.4GHz radio receiver units built inside. The AD600B can be controlled with full HSS and TTL support. It can also be wirelessly controlled by the 2.4GHz Godox X1T transmitter units as well as Godox master speedlites such as the Godox TT685.
AD600Pro
Featuring a 2.4 GHz wireless X system with a range of up to 100m, the AD600Pro Witstro All-In-One Outdoor Flash from Godox is a versatile flash compatible with several TTL systems, including Canon E-TTL II, Nikon i-TTL, Sony, and Panasonic. It offers up to 600W/s with nine steps of output power, ranging from 1/1 to 1/256, and comes with a powerful 28.8V/2600mAh lithium-ion battery pack that provides up to 360 full-power flashes in outdoor situations and location shooting. Alternatively, you can run the monolight on AC power with an included cord for when portability is not a concern.
AD1200Pro
Featuring wireless control via the 2.4 GHz wireless X system with a range of up to 328' and 1200Ws of power, the AD1200Pro Battery Powered Flash Kit from Godox is an impressive lighting tool compatible with several TTL systems including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, and Panasonic.
It offers up to nine steps of output power, ranging from 1/1 to 1/256, and comes with a powerful 36V/5200mAh lithium-ion battery pack that provides up to 500 full-power flashes that make it suitable in outdoor or location shooting. Alternatively, you can run the monolight on AC power with an optional adapter.
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[@slickburrito]

I'm currently doing research on my first strobe setup and I have to say you guys knocked it out of the park. You guys definitely earned this Like and Subcribe!

[@PhotoFeelSaikat]

Many thanks for making this video brother! God bless you for helping others. 💖

[@afonsosantos8364]

Nailed it Edit: as a no-assistant one-man-show setup I went with V860ii + AD200pro + AD300pro (all fit in my camera backpack) for on location shoots, and pair them with QT600ii + QT400ii for 5 light setup home studio portrait work.

[@itsmeamiel7369]

very completed information. this is all information what i need. thank you hypop for making this video.

[@hypop]

our pleasure!

[@hypop]

Thanks for watching guys! What are your thoughts on Godox's Witstro Flash Strobe Range? Let us know below 👇 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Start 0:49 Introduction 1:53 Godox Trigger Compatibility 2:27 Firmware Upgradable 2:47 AD200/AD200Pro 4:59 AD300Pro 6:58 AD400Pro 9:20 AD600B 11:35 AD600Pro 14:24 AD1200Pro 22:11 Witstro Flash Strobe Comparison Chart 22:30 Our Top Picks

[@YonnBurgos]

thanks for the information review man! Very well appreciated!

[@hypop]

No problem!

[@andyvan5692]

Thanks mate ( good way), as you give Aussie prices as well, NOW we can really understand what things cost, and not have to wonder are you talking in Aussie or Yankee dollars.

[@alistairnitz]

My favourite to date is the AD300pro. It is a very versatile flash. But I am keen to try out the 400pro at some stage.

[@jpvvandermerwe87]

GREAT clip ! Thanks you very much !

[@hypop]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@julianmittelstaedt]

mega review banger!!!

[@mhaller1]

So helpful- thank you!

[@hypop]

Glad it was helpful! 🤩

[@preethamsankadl8510]

Very Informative

[@ElenGlazova]

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[@hypop]

Thanks for the sub!

[@pewp3wpew]

Great video, thanks!

[@hypop]

Glad you liked it!

[@aimanshafiq9582]

I love this channel 👍

[@orion2250]

Picked up the AD 200,400 and so far happy

[@mahidoes]

Thank you very much

[@chadkbrignall22]

Great review.

[@hypop]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RM.TokyoPhotographer]

I would either choose the 200pro x2 setup or the 300pro x2 setup I shoot small ecomerce products either sets will do well....but if your shooting like a model full length the 400Pro (since you would need a large softbox/octo/para) would be ideal and as a back light maybe the 300pro would be great. Product shots the original 200 has inconsistency with color which the 200pro fixes which is worth the extra pricetag

[@veselinvasilev9362]

Thank you very much!

[@hypop]

No worries!

[@ismaelmaia9773]

Thanks!!!

[@dhirajshetty483]

Happy New Year mate ! a quick question if you please ... will the ADB2 accept a AD200 and a AD200pro at the same time on it ? or do we have to specifically have 2 AD200 or 2 AD200pros on it at any given time ?

[@TallSomeone]

Thank you.

[@javadahmadi]

Really great video. I have a set of BOWENS GEMINI GM400RX. I am planning to get the 200 pro or 300 pro. Are these compatible to sync with my Bowen’s? Do I need an new flash trigger to use all of them?

[@andyvan5692]

great video, but I am looking for a portable flash for medium and large format cameras, like the Hasselblad 500c/m's and in LF the linhof's, shen-hoe, Field cameras ( you don't say if the wireless triggers will fire from a PC-sync cable {for leaf shutters}); I like to shoot cars, boats in harbour and arcitecture any suggestions about which model, and what modifiers to use.

[@vikmanphotography7984]

Still happy with my AD600B strobes. The new ones of course seem great but it's hard for me to justify the cost when I have a solution that already covers most of my needs. Mount wise, I don't find the Godox mount particularly attractive as that locks you in to using certain strobes. With Bowens, you can choose from a much wider variety of modifier brands as well as adapt other bands to Bowens. You can always adapt your strobe to a larger mount (S2 bracket is awesome) but never the other way around.

[@hypop]

Agree with your point RE: the Godox mount. It is a little limiting but if just starting out on the system a great cheaper alternative as some of their modifiers are inexpensive in comparison

[@AdrienHartmann]

love it

[@TUTBUDDY]

What is the difference between Godox AD 600 Pro and Godox Wistro 600 Pro. Pls let me know. Thanks

[@daltonrandall4348]

"Our top picks: everything!" *rolls eyes*

[@blessinghezekiah4603]

Pls what's color stability mode you are talking about

[@rishirajpmphotography7228]

Is there a ad300 non pro version available in the godox range?

[@ashutoshdas8511]

Does it have modelling lamp?

[@Titancarreon]

What is the difference between AD series and QT series???

[@felipesoto555]

What is the difference between wistro and ad pro? Is there a difference?

[@SuperFreshskills]

Hi you’ve got some great content I was just wondering what’s the name of your small light stand

[@hypop]

It's the Spectrum 43cm Light Stand - bit.ly/43cm-mini-light-stand

[@mediocreman6323]

LOWER YOUR VOICE WHEN YOU FINISH A SENTENCE! That aside, and that it is very relaxing to watch a 25 minute commercial 😉 I found two of those flashes the most useful, the 200s, because they are so extremely versatile and very small, and, strange enough, the 1200. Because the block-flashes can be quite tedious to use outside - a big fat block on top of a long pole can get pretty unstable fast. So either you get an extension head, clamp the powerpack onto the foot of your light-stand,… or you just put the powerpack of your 1200 on the floor. And should you need more power than a single 200 offers, but not quite the big gun, well, the dual-head (see timecode 4:00) is the solution. So, yeah, for me it is 200s and a 1200.

[@christopherng3257]

Could you please tell more about flash duration of these flash’s? I own Ad200pro and 400 wondering the numbers of flash duration in each output power. Thank you

[@DreamGraphicsoffical]

what about GODOX SZ150R LED RGB

[@dab7963]

Did the AD 600 suddenly go up in proce by more than $200 dollars ?

[@piyushludhianalabel2472]

Please make a video on godox ds400markII .thanks

[@hypop]

Thanks for the feedback, we'll definitely consider it! However we have made a comparison video which included the DSII series of flashes here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epOqqaCLmpmqjZI

[@manu.pixels]

Hi mate can you pl make video how make Firmware updates of AD200pro, 400pro and 600pro For windows10 operating systems. I tried but it dosent work so pl guide on this issue pl

[@GabrielMisfire]

Yo, look up Robert Hall here on KZbin, he has basically 99% Godox content, including a firmware update guide!

[@wellforpurpose]

My direction tilt is not working on the Godox AD600 pro. Any ideas on how to fix it? I will appreciate any help to get it working. Thanks

[@hypop]

You may need to double check the components of the tilt bracket and you can perhaps disassemble the handle and stand mount to find the fail point. Don't forget to take note of how to reassemble!

[@rooney9213]

Very informative. But I think most of the video can be found in the spec sheet :)

[@caleb361]

Great video..just a quick question.. i have the Ad300 and just ordered the ad600Bm. I also have the Ad-s65 softbox for the Ad300. Does godox have an adapter that would allow me to attach godox mount modifiers to the AD600BM?

[@hypop]

Hey there, there's no way to adapt Godox mount modifiers to Bowens mount lights such as the AD600BM. Since the Godox mount is smaller it can't be mounted onto a bigger light since it will likely obstruct the flash bulb. You can however adapt the other way around so - Bowens mount to the AD300 Pro works by using the Godox S2 bracket.

[@doonie_love]

How does the AD400Pro compare to the Godox Sk400ii? Does the Godox Sk400ii and AD400Pro connect wirelessly to Nikon D5600 and D850? I'm new to external flashes and am attempting to learn which lights are best for my small shooting space. I shoot fashion editorials and actors' headshots. Does the Godox Sk400ii need to be plugged into an outlet or can it be used outside as well?

[@hypop]

The AD400Pro is both a battery operated flash and with the optional AC400 can be plugged into a mains so it's perfect if you ever have a shoot on-location or outdoors. The SK400II is a mains powered flash only and doesn't have a battery operation mode.

[@crissignori7482]

It would be nice to hear more about the situations and limitations in using these strobes. Also, can these be used on 220 volts with an adapter plug ? Thank you for the info provided in this video.

[@hypop]

There aren't many limitations on using these strobes apart from being restricted to the battery capacity / battery life. It's always useful to have some fully charged spares, especially when on long shoots. The fact that they're portable and can also be plugged into a mains makes them one of the most versatile lights (AD400Pro, AD600Pro) whereas the AD100Pro, AD200Pro and AD300Pro are battery only. All the battery chargers and AC adapters are 110-240V compatible so all you'll need is a standard plug adapter if using in different countries / regions.

[@crissignori7482]

@@hypop Thanks. Is there any significant advantage to the Profoto units given all the features present with Godox strobes?

[@jacky2152]

​@@hypop I would like to know how big of a softbox with double diffusion they can power in full power and at what distance and still cast soft shadow. Also, which one can fill shadow on back-lit situation and which one can do under full sun condition. Thx in advance

[@antonio.c.reyes1701]

i want this GODOX camara back uff😍

[@JonathanAcinity]

What tripod were you sitting the lights on? It is short. Exactly what I need.

[@hypop]

We use the Spectrum 43cm Desk Light Stand Tripod

[@mojalefapule578]

Is there any power battery pack or powerbank for ms series to use for outdoor shoot?

[@hypop]

Godox have a model called the LP750X and Aputure have their Delta Pro. These are generally more suitable for commercial or production shooters, at their price point most people are better off purchasing an AD300Pro or even an AD600Pro at that point.

[@photomakerman]

I'll all of them.

[@jineshghost2000]

Hi...I am starting into photography business and I click Portraits, Family Photography, Pre Baby shoots(maternity) all outdoors. I own Nikon Z6 with Sigma 24-70 f2.8 and Sigma 70-200 f 2.8. Can you please let me know which one I should go for along with which Softbox etc. Basically which lighting kit, I will nedd. Thanks.

[@hypop]

The AD200 range for a quick run and gun portable flash utilising HSS - something that's lightweight and portable. Otherwise go for the AD300Pro and AD400Pro as stronger output alternatives. We'd suggest some octagon softboxes any size from the 80cm-120cm (the bigger the softbox, the softer the light).

[@ktelecominc]

I will go with a 400pro, more power the better, especially you may not have a assistant with you, to control the distance and other factors, having higher power light is better. I can tell you this myself, I am finding little problem with 200pro now becasue the power output, when I need to control some distance without assistant.

[@sanketpatilvlog285]

elinchrom studio light review please

[@hypop]

We will pass it onto our team!

[@linconfermiano1631]

Could you help me with a question? Would you recommend the AD600 or the AD400 in bright sunlight? Would the AD400 solve it?

[@hypop]

Hey there! Since you mentioned you will be using in bright sunlight we'd recommend the AD600 Pro. You can always turn down the power of a strobe but you can't turn it up if you needed the extra power!

[@throughmylens5127]

What is the difference between Witstro Godox and just the Godox see them listed some as Witstro and some just Godox

[@hypop]

Witstro is just the name of a series of flashes from Godox. All the flashes starting with "AD" are part of the Witstro collection. You can read our master blog on Godox products here www.hypop.com.au/blogs/blogs/a-comprehensive-master-guide-to-godox-lights-and-accessories for more info!

[@arthurascalon3867]

If you can, make new 2023 comparison video. Let Godox sponsor you.

[@MaiSiegel]

Which light would you recommend for video?

[@cspek]

Hey Mai, all of these are strobes which are generally made for photo/stills. Check out the Godox SL series for video!

[@MaiSiegel]

@@cspek thank you!

[@marianapekin]

what do you think of the AD360II?

[@hypop]

The AD360II is great however an older flash which is why it wasn't included here. The AD360II has the same mount as the AD200 series so you can use the same lighting modifiers and accessories. The main difference will be the external battery pack (PB960) which means just more parts to worry about. The main advantage of the AD360II is that it can be camera hot shoe mounted however the AD200 can now do this with the EC200 extension head.

[@mohammedalfathmarganiali8252]

Are they chargeable or they work direct with electricity ?

[@IceGiantStudios]

All of them are chargeable

[@seikibrian8641]

I know I'm nitpicking, but flash output is not measured in watts, it's measured in watt-seconds. The two are not the same.

[@FABRICIOSILVA-iu8cu]

Legenda please >

[@matonamagopeni8366]

I see literally from many people using ad400pro amd ad600pro complaining about batteries not able to charge once they are left to completely drain. For this reason, I am nolonger purchasing the ad400pro nor the ad600pro, I'll settle for the ad200pro

[@hypop]

We've written a blog about this: www.hypop.com.au/blogs/blogs/how-to-take-care-of-your-godox-batteries Just some basic care when using a lithium ion battery. Most people buy these flashes, leave them in their cupboards and don't take them out for months and expect the battery health to be maintained. Godox have made some improvements with all newer model AD400Pro and AD600Pro batteries to reduce the chances of them failing.

[@AnthonyGarcia-qd1nj]

What? You guys should test the flash and then show the results! This video is the samething as read the specs on the BH website... come on guys...

[@beback27]

what are differences between ad600b and ad600pro?? Are they worth extra money? WHY? thank you.

[@azymight]

intro too long