Yongnuo YN200 Speedlite Kit v. Godox AD200 Unboxing, Review & Comparison

[@hypop]

Hope you guys enjoyed our review and comparison!! Which light are you leaning more towards? The YN200 or the AD200? Let us know! 💬 TIMESTAMPS: 0:46 Features of the Yongnuo YN200 1:35 Unboxing & What's Included 4:34 Closer Look 5:53 Physical Features of YN200 5:57 Battery 6:18 Flash Tube 7:12 On/Off Button 7:39 Test Button 7:50 +/- Buttons 8:13 LCD Screen 8:52 Mode Buttons 9:32 Group and Channel button 10:45 Set Button 11:55 Reset Function 12:17 YN200 Mounting Points 14:00 Yongnuo YN200 vs. Godox AD200 Comparison 20:52 Compatible Wireless Trigger 21:07 Wireless Trigger Options 25:17 Comparison Shots Between YN200 v. Godox AD200

[@mavzor]

I love this index. Its the best. Thank you for GIFTING us time!

[@davidmereghetti9053]

i have a question i have a yongnuo yn-222 trigger, would it work in ttl with ad200 thanks

[@edhfortuin]

Hi there tell me will yn622 trigger work on this yn200.

[@easystreetphoto2401]

i wish there'd been anything at all about the quality of the light, color consistency across power levels, flash speeds without hss - anything at all to do with actually using a flash rather than just a tour of its features in comparison with the godox and that single shot at the very end.

[@Venphoto]

Does it works with Sony sistem?

[@hypop]

Yes, but only manual mode with Sony as there's no native Sony triggers by Yongnuo.a

[@AndrewGosling]

When I started with OFC it was with Yongnuo speedlites, they were cheap and a great starter, but the quality is terrible and I switched to Godox because they had so many more options and the build quality is much better

[@hypop]

Yongnuo is definitely a good cost effective solution to start with however Godox truly does have a much easier to navigate UI and some nice quality of life features too!

[@EricGibaud]

a pitty you did not use a flash meter and actually compare the actual power output of both flashes

[@hypop]

Thank you for the feedback! We'll try to incorporate that next time 😊

[@Drinckx2]

The locking knob on the Godox is to tighten an accessory placed into the bare bulb head, not to change the head itself. It’s good to see Chinese companies now copying other Chinese companies, rather than Japanese and European products. A refreshing development.

[@skullier13]

Nice review, even more compelled to buy the Ad200pro

[@hypop]

Glad we could help!

[@chrisjoao2174]

I got the Yongnuo YN200 but my bulb is not secured and constantly is falling out if the light stand gets bumped..... Is this a defect? Is it supposed to "Click" when inserted into the flash?

[@olesjor]

The Yongnuo YN200 is pretty good. But you need the new YN560-TX Pro. Or you can't use TTL or HSS. You can fire the flash with many old Yongnuo triggers. I own the YN200 and use it a lot. If you already own the Godox AD200 it is a better product. no reason to buy this. Do you own a YN560 or more then it makes sense to buy.

[@hypop]

Exactly right! Depending on the system you're already invested in both products have their pros and cons.

[@lagalagtalaga3711]

can you use Godox transmitter into that yongnuo yn200?

[@rajartco]

many thats - been thinking about this - but as a Yongnuo user with 2 trigger series - inc YN56-TX & RX Now i know i can buy the YN200 :)

[@Ali.lensman]

Yongnuo offers some good quality Speedlites like yn685 but they overheat a lot and missfire also their triggers suddenly stop working! I am suffering with my yn622n-tx trigger! I am in process of buying my first powerful portable flash/strobe and I will never consider buying this Yn200! I am done with this company forever.

[@alanmartinezbrito]

I'm not a "brand fan" among some other stuff have the Godox AD200 Pro and it works perfect with my Yongnuo 686 rt, but I would rather and buy another AD200 than the Yongnuo version.

[@mediocreman6323]

With other words - the Chinese are starting to copy _other_ Chinese brands, and Yongnuo made a cheap Godox-knockoff. What has the world come to?

[@edilgongora8769]

With YN560-TX PRO transmitter I can control the Speedlite YN560IV mounted to a Canon t6 and use the HSS function

[@happy030]

ARE YOU SERIOUS about USB-C cabel @15:54 min??? It is rather the old Micro USB !!!! Can´t you see the difference between the Micro USB and USB-C?

[@tommynikon2283]

EXCELLENT presentation- and VERY helpful for my own needs. I've been a Yongnuo trigger user for the past 7 years; I never cared for/wanted/liked the typical Pocket Wizard stuff- or the cost. So on a whim, I checked out their line....and have been very happy. I honestly can get almost 300ft. of range. I can trigger around corners. I can trigger from different floors. Works from a helicopter. ETC. So excited to try one of the 200's + master units w/ enhanced features. I know I can trust the brand.

[@hypop]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jimowens8105]

Nice review. Hoping that someone here can help... I have 3 YN560 IV flashes, a couple of the YN605 triggers and the YN560 tx for manual lights. These have worked great for several years with no problems at all. However, for outdoor shoots where the subject moves and the light changes I purchased 2 YN968n flashes and the YN622 tx to control them with Nikon iTTL. I now have 2 types of flashes and 3 types of triggers. I have found Yongnuo documentation and system compatibility to be frustrating, and their customer service to be non-existent... Before I spend any more money on Yongnuo I need to know : Will the YN560 TX Pro control both the YN968n with firmware 1.06 and the YN200 in Nikon iTTL HSS?

[@hendrydaud8788]

Will it work with Canon ST-E3-RT trigger?

[@matteodemattia]

not the Godox, yes the yongnuo.

[@BhanoPatel]

Does Yongnuo YN200 light support yn e3 rt trigger?

[@hypop]

Unfortunately it doesn't

[@caribgen]

Great video , I was torn between the two but leaning more towards the Godox .

[@hypop]

Glad we could help!

[@adammckenzie1385]

Glad I stumbled onto ur vid, great stuff btw. I have a setup which involves a yn200 with the 560tx pro... and for the life of me... I cannot get it to do HSS can you assist... My camera body is a a7rii. thanks

[@hypop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Pokemon12345-n]

You are not keeping the flash tube properly. Take care while keeping it on plain table. There is always possibility to roll down the tube.

[@hypop]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@wolfgangk1]

Thanks for the review... planning for my stimulus money. I have to make the right decision because it'll be a LONG TIME before I see any real money.

[@hypop]

Glad we could help!

[@adammckenzie1385]

Yes... but you still didn't address my issue

[@cozmiccaptures]

Does the XproC II works with this flash?

[@yjawhar]

Does the YN200 have a modeling light?

[@studio13fotografiadigital79]

Friend I have a question. I bought the yongnuo yn200 but the bulb broke. Can I use the godox ad200 bulb as a spare?

[@hypop]

No, they're not compatible

[@peterlemke3468]

Very well explained and demonstrated Hypop.

[@hypop]

Thank you so much!

[@moheastern]

yongnuo yn 200 flash problem Error E 01

[@gerardferry3958]

go thry slave with flashes without triggers?

[@joaovtaveira]

Doesn't it have 2nd curtain sync?

[@allvisualmedia7575]

This Apple Watch upside down )))))

[@Mzalikhan1983]

Thank you for the review. 1-Can I fully control/trigger yn200 using my yn-e3-rt?? 2- Does youngnuo plan to introduce 400 or more importantly, 600 sized speedlites??

[@hypop]

1 - Unfortunately it won't work with the RT range of wireless trigger. The compatible trigger for the YN200 to access its full features (HSS/TTL) is the YN560Tx-Pro. Currently only Canon/Nikon variants available. 2 - At this stage only the 200W model but who knows? They tend to follow market trends rather than lead them :)

[@JusstSolo]

maybe a dumb question but.... does anyone knows if the YN200 is much better than a YN600EX-RT II Im looking to get the yn200 but not sure if the YN600EX-RT II does the same job.

[@janamielkamantigue1817]

how about the YN622n-TX ?

[@ChristianDThompson]

Thank you for the video. If I got the 560TX Pro trigger and the YN 200 could I use my existing YN600EX-rt flashes with it?

[@hypop]

Unfortunately the YN600EX-RT works on the RT wireless system so it won't work, which is partly the reason Yongnuo hasn't been so prominent in the market and brands like Godox are gaining popularity, as all their flashes work within the same system.

[@ChristianDThompson]

@hypop Thank you so much for taking the time to reply to me, I'm very appreciative! It looks like I'll have to start again which is a shame because I do want to add a 200w to my kit but to do so, I'd have to buy a new trigger and flashes so for that reason, I might as well go the Godox route. I was hoping that I could just add the YN200 to my set up. Thank you again!

[@janamielkamantigue1817]

Can i use Yn622n-TX in YN200 ??

[@at6851]

Does the YN200 have modeling light?

[@cr8momentsldn51]

Would love to know also

[@RudiZimmerer]

I have all the great Goddox flashlights like the Godox AD 360 II V850 II pro but... And the Yongnuo YN660... So what with the simple Yongnuo RF 603N II Flash trigger I never had any problem... I was nearly crying when again and again the Goddox (I have two different flashes triggers) failed to trigger, because my flash setting was wrong... The moment is gone and just the setting failed ... So what give me a manual flash trigger for Goddox that will work always... Otherwise, I will choose Yongnuo...

[@marcomark8]

Beautiful and informative videos. With the extension, how would you mount that to a light stand/c-stand? Can you use the, S-Type bracket so you can use light modifiers?

[@hypop]

You can use the S-Type Bracket or the new Godox S2 bracket to mount to a light stand. Otherwise there's 1/4" mounting points on the side and bottom of the YN200 to mount direct to most other brackets or light stands.

[@cosmo0080]

will the yn-3-rt trigger that yn200? thank u

[@hypop]

Unfortunately it won't work with the RT range of wireless trigger. The compatible trigger for the YN200 to access its full features (HSS/TTL) is the YN560Tx-Pro. Currently only Canon/Nikon variants available.

[@tonytfuntek3262]

Once you compare all the accessories you're losing with the YN200 the AD200 is a better value. Which is a shame, I have been using the Yongnuo 560 flash with the transmitter for years and have been very happy with that kit.

[@cabanerojune1948]

hey man. hope you can help me :) i purchase yn200 i forgot to check compatibility of my godox x pro.. i would like to asked if theres another way to fire up.. using sony A7 III?? TIA

[@ricksimoncelli8385]

The Godox AD200 also shows the flash duration, there is an option to activate in the menu

[@hypop]

Thanks for the tip!

[@ricksimoncelli8385]

@@hypop 👍

[@JayChanKH]

Hi, anybody knows how to activate yn200's has with 560-tx pro? I can't seem to activate it as I get a white band at the bottom everytime I try a higher speed. Thanks

[@Herkulez1981]

Im really tempted to buy this and just use it aa a slave to my elinchrom Quadra outdoors when i need hairllight or a fill etc. Cheap and a much more portable strobe then buy anpther Quadra with the flash and batterypack

[@RobertMossack]

Meh. Alot of photographers have switched to Godox, and this is an attempt by Yongnuo to remain relevant. The Yongnuo YN200 is inexpensive, sure, but just can't beat Godox for versatility. I'll pass

[@AkashRoy-rs2on]

looks so cheap!

[@kimugeportraits]

Great review, thanks.

[@hypop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wailabdelgaphar609]

Can i use my canon st-e3 rt to trigger yn200

[@hypop]

No, unfortunately not. Unless you have a compatible receiver you can plug into the YN200's sync port. Alternatively you'll need to use Yongnuo's triggering system.

[@nightdonutstudio]

Is this flash more powerful than yn660 which seems is the most powerful speedlight in the world.

[@camu2174]

Does the yn200 support flash exposure compensation/correction in TTL mode?

[@CarlosMendoza-oj5kv]

Excellent video couple years after. ❤❤❤

[@garys639]

Sticking with my Godox units

[@hypop]

We tend to lean towards Godox too!

[@edilgongora8769]

Good afternoon I have a question I have a canon t6 and I would like to buy a Yongnuo YN200 for high speed synchronization do you know if the Canon t6 supports the HSS of the Yongnuo YN200 or are they compatible I have a YN560-TX ii transmitter I can use the HSS function of the Yongnuo YN200 with the Canon t6 I await your answer

[@philiphoskins7161]

The Yn560-tx pro for the HSS.

[@zukebi5637]

Is this compactable with fuji x mount?

[@stankev466]

I have a big question, the light bulbs could be interchangeable, not the head, just the light bulb, or, the godox light bulb have a different conector than the YN200?

[@RudiZimmerer]

It is the same ...

[@360worldlive]

Yn200 does have alt mask function ?

[@musabeny]

I have yongnuo trigger YN-622TX. Can this be used at YN200? Please advice. Thank you in advance.

[@Keemandkam]

No

[@evelasq1]

The Godox has a better flash than that copycat.

[@danielfriasfotografia]

Hi! Great video! Question... Does YN200 works with the YN622c trigger?

[@hypop]

It only works with the YN622C using the sync port by plugging a cable in. The native trigger is the YN560-TX Pro

[@danielfriasfotografia]

@@hypop thanks 🙏🏻

[@OPDESIGN16]

Utiliza el mismo bombillo que el de godox 200 ?

[@FrikiAdventures]

yn560 tx pro has no support for Olympus/Panasonic akaik T.T

[@hypop]

Yes, unfortunately only Canon and Nikon versions at the moment. Try the Godox AD200 / AD200Pro with the X1, X2 or XPro-O

[@jjaylad]

If this means this new flash is incompatible with the Yn622 system of flashes and triggers I will be seriously pissed with Yongnuo. I own 3 Yn 968n flash units plus 2 yn622n triggers and the YN 622N-TX. I use the triggers for 600ws manual studio strobes which do not support HSS work fine all the way up to 1/8000 sec using those triggers. Why would they bring out yet another flash that is not compatible with that system? Half the management at Yongnuo must arrive for work driving their cars backward and the other half wear their pants backward. They are the most inconsistent company on the planet. Love the items I have from them but if these aren't compatible I will never buy more YN products due to the ongoing lack of appreciation for their customers that incompatibility represents.

[@hypop]

Unfortunately this is the case. The YN622 series triggers can be plugged in via the sync port using a cable however will only act as a manual trigger and you won't have TTL / HSS support. A shame and missed opportunity and no idea why they didn't think of making the YN200 backwards compatible.

[@jjaylad]

@@hypop To me this is a horrible way to treat customers and I have let YN know via this email sent this morning to their sales department in Hong Kong: Dear Yongnuo, PLEASE FORWARD TO YOUR MANAGEMENT I own: 4 YN 603n Trigger/Receivers purchased years ago that were outdated almost immediately due to the 603N ii triggers 3 YN968 Flash units 2 YN622n Receiver/Triggers 1 YN622n-TX Trigger When I first purchased my YN968 units I also got the YN 560 TX but it did not work with HSS. I contacted you and you told me I needed the YN 622N instead of the YN560TX, so I purchased that. Now you have the YN200 which I WAS interested in. THE PROBLEM IS I JUST LEARNED IT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH any of the YN equipment I now have.. What is the matter with your management? They keep coming out with systems that are not compatible with systems you sold to millions of photographers. Does the President of Yongnuo drive his car backwards? Does he drive on the wrong side of the road? Does he show up at work with his pants on backward? Does he wear his undershorts on his head? If you haven't noticed ...I'm a little pissed!

[@tykimikk8605]

are they durable like the godox?

[@cr8momentsldn51]

Very informative video on the YN200. The best on KZbin so far. I just started out in photography and have been using the YN560 iv speedlights with modifiers which has been awesome so far. Question: can you use the Godox ak-ri accessories kit with the YN200?

[@hypop]

Hey there! Thanks for the great feedback, the YN200 is not compatible with the AK-R1 Accessory kit as it doesn't have access to the H200R Head which is needed to use the AK-R1.

[@alaababilonia3352]

ciao .. yn 200 Ècompatibile con il trigger XT16 2.4 G ?

[@JayChanKH]

Hi i was not able to activate the hss of the yn200 even with the 560tx-pro. I have been trying to find online, youtube, wrote yn fb but no reply. Would you know how to activate it? Thx

[@philiphoskins7161]

Hi Jay, is your HSS working now? As a potential buyer, i would like this verified. Kind regards, P.

[@Keemandkam]

@@philiphoskins7161 Hey. Did you get confirmation?

[@philiphoskins7161]

@@Keemandkam In a way - i bought it! HSS no probs. .. on the other hand, second curtain synch. seems not to work, but that's a very minor gruntle. Gotta try an' make it pay for itself now, i gotta new light an' nothing to eat ..that said, still a happy customer. Kind regards to you - the groovy moovers.

[@bewildendfree9765]

if the yn200 bulb breaks?

[@catcattekat]

you didn't mention the price

[@TeamDisney24]

Can I use my YN622N trigger with it?

[@hypop]

The YN622N trigger isn't directly compatible with the internal receiver of the YN200. You'll need to plug the trigger in via the sync jack and use both transreceivers for it to work.

[@sirinunrod5683]

how set HZ

[@Justas49]

I imagine bulbs are the same.

[@lydon26022]

Ad200pro

[@studio-lisovskiy]

1/128 и 1/256 иногда не хватает..

[@photonutz09]

The mount around the flash tube is actually the old Lumedyne mount. You can mount Lumedyne, Q-Flash and Godox accessories

[@tommynikon2283]

As well as Norman 200b and 400b.

[@Herkulez1981]

What is q flash ?

[@TheDrmaem]

Thanks for this helpful Video, i want to ask if yongnuo e3 rt ii is compatible with YN200 ?

[@hypop]

No, unfortunately the YN-E3-RT II is not compatible with the YN200 as it uses the RT wireless system. You may be able to get them to work with adapters or pass-through but it will be a complicated setup. Best to get the YN560-TX Pro for C or N to suit.

[@TheDrmaem]

@@hypop Thanks a lot for your reply, I have as well 600ex ii-rt Speedlite, i don't know if it works with YN560-TX Pro?

[@MrPhotog7]

I have 4 Yongnuo triggers, and they work great. However, I bought one of the Godox strobes (the 860 Vii, I believe) a while back, so I decided to invest in the Flashpoint (Godox) 200 pro. It should arrive in the next few days. Looking forward to putting it through it’s paces! Thanks for a great review!

[@mananrocks98]

how different is it ?

[@MrPhotog7]

@@mananrocks98 the Transmitter/Flash Trigger is not super intuitive, but it works great. I haven’t had any issues with the Flashpoint/Godox brand. Both the 860 Vii and the 200Pro work great. The Godox brand has a whole ecosystem of strobes and studio lights and triggers: everything from the small 75 watt hot shoe flashes up to 1200 watt studio strobes. To me, that is a big advantage over some of the other brands out there such as Yongnuo, Westcott, etc.

[@blackdiesel]

Did you test to see if the Godox trigger will work on the YN?

[@hypop]

Will definitely not work wirelessly but if plugged in via sync cable it will.

[@blackdiesel]

@@hypop Ok. Just curious because I have Neerer 600BM and it works the same as my Godox 600BM with the Godox trigger.

[@jimkarlosmusic6925]

Does it have a modelling light?

[@hypop]

No modeling light unfortunately.

[@travisamalone]

Nice video!! I went with the yn200 but need a bulb replacement. Do you think the ad200 and yn200 use the same bulb?

[@hypop]

No, the bulbs are different so you'll need to buy brand specific.

[@travisamalone]

Hypop I tried to search for one but was unable to find it. Even on the Yongnuo site

[@hypop]

​@@travisamalone It's considered a spare part so you may need to go to your local retailer or place you purchased from to order it from Yongnuo direct. One of the down sides to Yongnuo unfortunately.

[@RudiZimmerer]

It is the same bulb as Godox...

[@olivervalcos8541]

can this be triggered by yn622 system together by using its sync cable?

[@hypop]

With the a firmware update (I believe v1.08) you're able to enabled YN560-Rx mode on YN622 transceivers to trigger the YN200. A good option if you already own these triggers.

[@milanbabic3243]

@@hypop is that confirmed info? We can use YN622TX to trigger YN200, with HSS?

[@parrishcolman9615]

What a great informal video, thank you.

[@hypop]

thank you 😊

[@yk_benz]

Is Yn200 compatible with godox triggers

[@hypop]

Yes, but using a PC sync cable and using a Godox receiver paired to a Godox trigger. You're best suited with the YN560TX-Pro to connect to the internal receiver of the YN200.

[@yk_benz]

@@hypop yougnuo doesn't have trigger for Sony camera

[@yk_benz]

@@hypop can u do a video on that because a youtuber said it can't work

[@aaronalbores3999]

I've had a pretty bad experience with my Yongnuo speedlites. I had 4 of them and all of them stopped working after some time, mainly because of the "stuck at full power" issue. That doesn't mean that this new YN200 has this same problem (hopefully), but i wouldn't recommend to buy Yongnuo gear. In the best case Yongnuo gear is unreliable, in the worst case, it's just designed to stop working after some time. Some months ago i had to get a new system so i chose Godox. I have a TT685, an AD200 and the X2T controller, they work well and so far i'm pretty happy. Yes, the YN200 is considerably cheaper than the YN200, but still i wouldn't recommend to take the risk to invest in Yongnuo equipment

[@hypop]

It terms of reliability and longevity we totally agree that Godox is the safer option. The Yongnuo range, despite being affordable have encountered issues in the past but are a great cost effective alternative to those starting out.

[@aaronalbores3999]

@@hypop Of course, as in any other product, you always have many options to choose from. You can go for price or you can go for more expensive, durable and well built products. But then we have that "stuck at full power" issue (again, i'm not claiming that the YN200 has this issue). This is an issue well known by users and by Yongnuo themselves, present not in just one, but in several models of speedlites the brand has been selling for several years and never cared to fix. This issue is not a consequence of cheaply manufactured products, instead it is the best example i know of planned obsolescence. There is a big difference between something built cheap and something built to fail, that's why i can't trust Yongnuo products anymore and consider my responsibility to warn people

[@therefix342]

I actually managed to fix 3 of my 600RT's with that very same problem! Ill probably be posting a video on how to do that soon.

[@aaronalbores3999]

@@therefix342 that's great. You should totally do that. I think i only found one tutorial about this and It was with the yn 560. I'm sure lots of people will thank you for that

[@jjaylad]

I sent this to Yongnuo's Sales Department in Hong Kong this morning: Dear Yongnuo, PLEASE FORWARD TO YOUR MANAGEMENT I own: 4 YN 603n Trigger/Receivers purchased years ago that were outdated almost immediately due to the 603N ii triggers 3 YN968 Flash units 2 YN622n Receiver/Triggers 1 YN622n-TX Trigger When I first purchased my YN968 units I also got the YN 560 TX but it did not work with HSS. I contacted you and you told me I needed the YN 622N instead of the YN560TX, so I purchased that. Now you have the YN200 which I WAS interested in. THE PROBLEM IS I JUST LEARNED IT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH any of the YN equipment I now have.. What is the matter with your management? They keep coming out with systems that are not compatible with systems you sold to millions of photographers. Does the President of Yongnuo drive his car backwards? Does he drive on the wrong side of the road? Does he show up at work with his pants on backward? Does he wear his undershorts on his head? In case you can't tell ...I'm a little pissed.

[@milanbabic3243]

Are you 100% sure 622tx is not compatible with YN200?

[@jjaylad]

@@milanbabic3243 I read that in several places before saying it. YN did not respond so I have to assume they couldn't contradict that.

[@milanbabic3243]

@@jjaylad hypop just wrote, in comments, that u can trigger YN200 with YN622tx, but need to do update on 622tx, 1.08 or newer. So maybe, there is hope 🙂