My Comparison of the new Godox SK400II V vs Sk400II - Studio Lighting

[@Mouna323]

Thank you so much for the video. I have been looking for a video that shows a comparison between the II and the IIV for about two weeks. Thank you so much. 🌷

[@edwhitt3727]

Yes, having a snoot is a great big hoot, and fun to boot. Nice video. Thanks.

[@shirleymorgan1973]

Thank you so much for the review

[@vimalneha]

Very informative video, it was helpful to know it well. I intend to buy it... Thanks a lot.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bme7491]

I just ordered two of the ii-v. Anxious to try it out with a couple of large umbrellas. FYI: The circular part is called the "flash tube".

[@radojicasimovic]

... and SK400 (MK) II (two), not ii

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Thank you, guess I should have known/said that. And sorry I missed your comment, moved to a new state and working on building a new studio.

[@jamaicanpunch]

Thank you!

[@stephaniemolina5046]

Thank you for the video! Subscribed!

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Thanks for the sub!

[@wslaise]

I have the ad600 and I got an ac adapter and now I want two of those for studio

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I would love to get the AD600 also.

[@shirleymorgan1973]

@@gingersnapshots-ok me too u.u but for start I think that the godox 400 II V is a great option too!

[@vedhachalam1811]

Thanks for this video....but witch is better in photography sk 400 ii (or) sk 400 ii V please let me madam

[@realamericannegro977]

Personally I would go for whichever is wireless and has a modeling lamp.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I really do not see a difference in the actual flash tube. The quality is great for both models. The difference is in the modeling light. The flash tube overpowers the modeling light. Actually, I have my camera settings so that the flash overpowees the ambient light. I usually shoot with an ISO of 100.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Both of these models are corded models. And both have a modeling light or COB. I do have a couple of the Good AD200Pro lights and they are cordless- some flash head attachments have a modeling light and some do not.

[@Pranziyo]

I bought this Sk400Mark II V. Currently, Photoshoot with trigger is fine, but continuously direct light was not that much power..?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Yes, the modeling light is the only constant light on this model. So the "direct light" is very low. Godox does make a video light. I haven't tried it yet. I started using Raleno LED lights for my videos because of their low price point. I hope to get the Godox next.

[@wslaise]

Great videos! I just watched ur video about the earlier version

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Thank you!

[@southernguy35]

Well, I was hoping to see your new backdrop. Have you ever had trouble with the flash tube? I know you said you didn't but what would the life expectancy of one tube be? Several years? I'm wondering how delicate they are.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Hi. Sorry I didn't see your comment until today. My flash tube is about 4 or 4/12 year's old. That is one advantage of the incandescent light bulb sticking out because it is more likely to get hit first. If I move any of my lights outside the studio- I always put the cover over the bulb and so far it has worked out.

[@southernguy35]

@@gingersnapshots-ok , I've since gotten a Godox portable light and must say it really falls short. Not because you pay a premium for the battery but it's not a standard bowens mount. You get it and then find out to actually use it you have to buy a little reflector to fit it or an adapter to go to a regular bowens mount. What were they thinking. It's really sad as this seems to be a good light. I do want to check into that LED light a bit more. I did see a video recently by Big Clive on that style of LED chip and how they fail. If an LED light in this fails, you probably would have to buy a new fixture at full cost. If an incandescent bulb failed, maybe just the bulb. Sad, we live in a disposable world.

[@pgplay1349]

Beside the modeling lamp. Is there any much difference in these 2 lights?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

There is not a difference. So if you do not care about the modeling - you can save about $30 or so to purchase the older model.

[@ColonelRuiz]

Wait, so the only dif is the modeling light? Thanks for the video

[@katkatCSI]

Of course not. For some people it is more important how something looks rather than the tech specs...

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Yes it is just a better modeling light. So for photography with the strobe there really is no difference. If you don't use the modeling light, I would probably just buy the older version and save $30.

[@juliosantamaria6436]

Hello good evening. I have the Godox sk400iii Flash, but I would like to know how to configure the color temperature of the flash, since the photos come out very orange. Thanks for your help.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Hi. For the Godox SK400ii - there is not an option for changing the color temperature. The flash shoots about 5600K. If your images are coming out orangy - you probably need to change the white balance setting in your camera. Make sure it not set on setting other than "flash." I have never had a problem with the light being orange. One of my softboxes causes a little yellowing because it is older. I hope that helps.

[@byronface]

will the strobe still fire if the mono/prop light is on?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

@@byronface yes. The prop light stays on and the stobe overpowers it. So the strobe light will fire the same either way.

[@shichaosun3298]

Thanks for the video! I want to know if sk400iiv can do continuous shoot? Like 10 frames per second something like that?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I would say no because the recycle time for the flash is about 1.5 seconds. So some of th pictures will be without the flash. I do not typically use continuous shooting in my studio. However, I have used the automatic timer - It will shoot three shots in a row. The first shot is perfect, the sedond shot is completely dark. The third shot is usually dark as well.

[@shichaosun3298]

@@gingersnapshots-ok I see. But that was high power right? What if you use the lowest power like 1/256 or 1/128? Does it do continuous shoot at lowest power? Thanks

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

@@shichaosun3298 The reason for not being able to shoot continuous is related to the recycle time of the flash. I don't believe the amount of power would change that . I have never tested it out though. I will say that I normal shoot at about 1/32 power. I will try to run some more tests.

[@shichaosun3298]

@@gingersnapshots-ok thank you very much for this info!!! This is exactly what I want to know. I had better get ad series instead for continuous shoot purpose.

Is strong enough for full body portraits? 😅 my 60w leds are not😅

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Definitely strong enough for full body portraits. I did a video testing out some of my budget led lights. I learned there is a big difference. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGi4l4l8mqZ8gK8

@@gingersnapshots-ok :) thanks very helpful

[@RaghadSh-l9s]

How Godox Sk400iv with newborn photos? It’s better than Godox Sk400II ?

[@hectororozco371]

Between MS300 and this SK400II v. Which one do you prefer??

[@katkatCSI]

Sk series is 4 stops

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Hi. Sorry I missed your comment. I have never used the MS300. I have been told that the SK400II has better consistently in color temperature. However, I do not have personal experience with the MS300.

[@kojobrownphotography9945]

Is the modeling light still as hot as the old version?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I do not notice any heat.

[@m11kan]

So which one do you prefer more?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Sorry I missed your comment until today. I prefer the newer V version. Besides the more sleeker design, I love the color temperature of the modeling light.

[@udhayastudio9585]

Does this new sk400 support Hss while using with X2 trigger?

[@MainsOnPointMedia]

Nope

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I use the Xpro trigger and it works great with HSS. I believe the x2 works just as well.

[@wslaise]

How do u get ur clients for headshots

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Really is a combination of a several things. Some clients are from my website. I have worked hard to increase my SEO. Local networking events and local networking groups on Facebook. Word of mouth. I have participated in local pop up events - like one day events where most vendors are selling things and I will have an information table. It isn't an instant return but does eventually drive in business.

[@wslaise]

Hey thank you for the great tips!!

[@kidsandmaternityphotograph206]

I dnt have budget to buy profoto or westcott lights So, is it worth it if I get it for maternity shots to us with big 5-6 feet umbrellas ?

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

I think it is definitely worth it! I often only use the large PLM umbrella. I used the 86 inch for a long time and switch to the 64 inch. I feel like it produces as good of quality as the 86 inch but it takes up less room in my small studio. Ana brandt teaches on using a 64 inch PLM only. Sandra Coen is on instagram - she teaches on using one light in a PLM. @@kidsandmaternityphotograph206

[@kidsandmaternityphotograph206]

​@@gingersnapshots-ok Thank you for you reply .. I think what you mean is I can use pair of Godox SK400II V lights with 64 inch umbrellas. If yes, which umbrella to be used (white/silver). Also, does these lights give that side black line in photos when shutter speed is above 200 (which I get with my present simple speed flash) and how much is the recycle time ? Lastly, I want to ask if there's a noticeable difference in the quality of light and If photographer has a little higher budget, shall he go for Godox AD200pro/AD400 pro/600 pro.. If yes which one to buy for Maternity & Kids Indoor shots

[@danlovesayu]

One thing great about Godox it is cheap and produces good results. And you just throw away once it stops working. I do know flash tube will go off colour after 2-3 years.

[@jmmultimediastudio]

you made me worried the lamp hit the other flash

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

The lights do not touch each other. They actually work very well.

[@Foche_T._Schitt]

Unscrew incandescent. Screw in dimmable LED.

[@gingersnapshots-ok]

Wow. Never thought about that. Thank you!

[@southernguy35]

I'm not sure it works that way. those aren't standard bulbs but the socket will be similar. if you'retrying to do video, you could have an LED strobing because you're seeing the cycles per second. I now have a Godox and a Neewer. Both have good points and absolute failures. On the whole, Neewer is much better than Godox. But, when Neewer messes up, it does so massively.