GODOX V860II-O Flashes for LUMIX Cameras (or Olympus… or any camera, really) ▶︎ The Basics
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- Опубликовано: 20 июл 2024
- We're looking at the GODOX flashes (model V860II-O) - the "O" is the version for Olympus and Panasonic LUMIX.
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We're looking at the GODOX flashes (model V860II-O) - the "O" is the version for Olympus and Panasonic LUMIX. Get yours here! geni.us/V860ii
I've been using the Godox TT350O with the Godox X1T-O and have been thrilled with it.
Added this to my wishlist on this orginal video release. Finally decided to order it and received it today in the mail. Rewatched to help quickly get an overview. Thanks!
Sweet! I really like them a lot.
Very informative - thanks for sharing! I prefer learning via video rather than reading a manual so this was great. I just got the V860II-O for my Olympus EM1 M2 and your instructions helped me set it up for TTL Automatic zoom so I can start using and (hopefully!) mastering the new flash.
Excellent, glad to hear that!!
Thank you for sharing this with us. Very useful ! Best regards !
Oh man. That was an awesome tutorial. I don't even have this yet. I've been Lumix for about 6 months and I used to shoot Canon for weddings, headshots etc. Now I am gonna get another G9 and some of these bad boys. Nice tute. I love love love those rechargeable batteries. I freaking hate dealing with AA batteries.
Sweet, glad I could help and stoked you found my channel!
Hello Joseph,
Thank you for sharing this video that you posted here, it is pretty helpful for my new flash to understand how to used.
Symply, very clear info and smart.
Have a beautiful day,
Marius from Romania-Bucharest.
You’re welcome! I gotta get there one day.
Super useful content - as always!
Great informative Video - the instructions I received with mine were confusing and vague - this video put me on track - thanks
Awesome!
I use them all the time. They are awesome. I use mostly the 350 models and the ad200s
Thanks for sharing. We just got this question over on our channel. Gonna link to this, and buying two!
I love to hear that! I’ll be doing a vide on the remote trigger next week, and I’ve learned the one I have isn’t the best option… so I ordered a different one and will compare them in part 2 of the show.
Very good explanation on the working of this Godox flash! I have two TT685(N), some options are different, but the basic idea is the same. I learned a lot. Thanks!!
Awesome!
@@photojoseph Still something I would like to ask: one of my two TT685(N) refuses the change the ZOOM by using the dail button? The second one does, no problem! Is this a matter of updating/re-installing firmware?
Unfortunately I have no idea… I’m still new to these units. Could there but a bit of dust or grit blocking it? Try compressed air, then try a full reset (I think I saw that option in the C.Fn settings). If still no, is it under warranty or new enough to just return?
@@photojoseph Thanks Joseph! I already reset the system, but that didn't handle the issue. The dail works perfectly with the other settings, so nothing wrong with the dail itself. I hope it's a software issue. I bought these flashes already some time ago via AliExpress, but only recently I started to get serious and needed to get familiar with the different settings. I'll check for firmware update and/or contact Godox and ask those guys overthere. Thanks for your support!
Hm, I wonder if you can force the same firmware even if it’s not a newer version. Definitely sound like a software issue.
man! I watched so many video but yours are the first I understand. It is really the basics what I needed. Thanks!
Awesome, thanks for saying that!
@@photojoseph anytime :)
I find myself hitting the like before even watching, I just know it’s going to be a good watch and I’ll learn something fro PJ. 👌
I very much appreciate that!
Another brilliant video, man
Hey, it was very useful!....
...especially for those who didnt read instruction like me. Thanks! :)
you mean there ARE instructions for this..LOL
The little port in the side is for their FTR/XTR -16 receivers, which were required for the first generation of the flashes, but will still offer more groups if you need them on the current models. Also try any other of the transmitters, the xt1 is fickle and annoying to use. XT-16 is manual only but really easy to adjust, X-Pro triggers are really nice but have some odd design elements, and there’s the new Adorama X-Pro-2 (R2 Pro mk 2, not released yet for m43). I also really like the v350 for its size for travel or just as a backup flash/trigger and the ad200 as it has 3-4x the power of a normal flash of roughly the same size, can also switch heads, and even has a unit to combine 2 into a single 400ws strobe.
Thanks for the extra info!
JUST GOT THSE BEEN LOOKING FOR A CONCISE REVIEW THANK YOU SO MUCH VERY PROFESSIONAL!!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Hello from Germany! As always, thank you very much for another informative video. I generally avoid carrying a flash because I like to work with ambient light, and i don't like being dependent upon yet another piece of kit - especially when travelling. I am finding more and more that I'll need to pick some of these up, specifically for the automotive photography I've been doing in lower light situations, and because my new G9 lacks an in-body flash. The radio functionality looks like it will be very helpful in that I would also be using these to back-light a subject where line-of-sight isn't available. I think more compelling than anything else is the price point; being able to buy nearly 3-to-1 when compared to the Panasonic DMW-FL580L.
Bingo! Perfect reason to use them. I’m super impressed, as you’ve seen. Thanks for watching!
Well, thank Joe Edelman for a new subscriber. How I didn't know about you is my bad. I'm a big fan of Joe but I'm a Panasonic user (G85 & G9) and man, do I love them. Enjoyed your interview and your work. Looks like I have some catchin' up to do on all your content.
I'm also a Godox flash fan and thinking of moving up to the AD200. Cheers from New Mexico.
Awesome thanks for stopping by! Joe’s show is great and I’m glad you caught it. Yeah you’ll find a TON of LUMIX content here. Another tip; all my videos are also on my website at www.photojoseph.com where it’s a lot easier to find things. Click the “filter by hardware” drop-down and you’ll see everything organized by gear!
meat to featers xD Awesome overview vid! :D
I had trouble updating the firmware in my 860 and XPro. Ended up using VirtualBox on my Mac as I don’t have a Windows PC. Love the combination of the XPro and my 860’s. Looking forward to your next episode on using the Godox speed lights.
I haven’t tried yet but you’re the second person to tell me you need a PC. That’s massively disappointing.
@@photojoseph The Godox G1 and G2 programs that are needed to update the firmware are only currently available in .exe. It is possible to run them on a virtual PC within an iMac just a bit of a pain. If you need any info let me know. Take care. Colin Walker
@PhotoJoseph Hi. Any chance that you can do a video like this for the Godox V860IIIO in the future as it has been improved considerably compared to Mark II and is working differently ? That'll be quite helpful, especially for Pany's m4/3 camera users.
Thanks and keep up with the good work.
Great overview, Joseph.
Question: I already have 3 Yongnuo flashes (Canon). Will the Godox controller trigger those correctly (TTL not manual) from my GH5?
Thank you for this video. I have been mired in frustration trying to figure out how to set up this flash (mine is for a Canon) and your video was greatly appreciated. Things I learned:
1. The pin on the hot shoe that goes up and down. The flash was connected to a flash holder that clamped on the hot shoe. I had trouble getting the flash in and it was even more difficult to detach the flash. The only thing that seemed to work was cursing coupled with some focused jiggling. That worked but turning the knob works without the cursing. Very nice.
2. The color of the screen indicating master or slave. Very nice. I had not figured that out and it was very nice to know.
3. Check the version. That seems like a good idea.
4. The camera brand that its for is shown as an initial beside the model number.
5. How to more reliably get to the function I wanted. I had some success with random button pushing but my mind just works differently than the people that designed this interface and I wasn't figuring out how to navigate this interface reliably.
6. Rotating head. I didn't know that.
ETA:
7. The build in hood and dispersing lens need to be completely pushed back in to get the zoom to work. I guessed that it might be something like that but I didn't realize they need to pushed back so as to click into place for the zoom to work.
A couple of differences I noted with your Olympus version
1. Mine has an FEB option in place of a blank on your flash
2. Mine says ETTL instead of TTL. My guess is that both cameras use ETTL and the firmware is just a bit different on the two flashes with regard to that.
Question: Does optical trigger mode require the flash not be in manual mode?
What I want to do: optically trigger a Westcott strobe or optically trigger the Godox flash from a Wescott strobe. I don't have time to mess with that today but based on what I learned from this video I think there is a chance I'll get that to work. Thanks again.
I'm glad you learned so much! The difference between TTL and ETTL is just what these manufacturers call it. "TTL" is "through the lens", and adding the "E" is for "Evaluative" - it's the same thing. Optical triggers are just dumb triggers. They see a burst of light, and they trigger. Doesn't matter what mode the triggering light is in. However for the light that's being triggered, it can only be in manual mode. There's no communication back to the camera.
@@photojoseph Thanks for the response. You have become part of a small journey for me to become more familiar with flashes. I have used flashes for a long time as part of my macro photography hobby, however anything beyond setting it to either ETTL or Manual was just a mystery of weird lingo and options that I didn't understand.
A few comments on your comment:
1. I have a Pixel 800C flash and was learning to use that last night as well. When I set the camera to optical slave mode it became obvious what was going on. It displays the letters SL which made me realize that it is just follows a flash from a master flash. The flashes are very similar in functionality but I found the Pixel 800 more intuitive. The Godox designers really like their hidden methods to navigate their options. I tried to get back to the place with the S1 and S2 option on my own and I couldn't do it. I'll need to watch your video again on that.
2. I did come across the distinction that you mention between ETTL and TTL. However, I think the more authoritative sources indicate that they are different technologies. TTL just gets exposure information from the camera. With ETTL the cameral fires off a preflash so as to judge the exposure for itself. Article on the subject: cameragroove.com/ettl-vs-ttl/ Please correct me if I have said something incorrect on this.
Very helpful, now I understand the soft buttons better
Great!
Great reviews on these Godox V860IIo flashes! Just want to add something I had to search for to find (not sure if you mentioned it?) My flash zoom was stuck and I thought the flash was broken. Turns out that if you were using the diffuser/bounce card and didn't press them back in ALL THE WAY, the zoom will not function. I pressed down and to move them all the way back into the flash and now the zoom function works again-yeah!
Good to know!
Hey! Thank you for the vid. Just wanted to ask if this model is compatible with the Lumix GH4?
Helped me out a lot. Thank you! Btw... meet to feeters. 😆 You didn't miss a beat.
😂😂 thanks!
Hi Joseph, I'm wondering if you have any experience with the Godox VING V860IIO with X1T-O TTL Trigger Kit for Olympus/Panasonic. I'm looking to get something for my Lumix G9 for off-camera outdoor high speed flash photography for close up skateboarding shots. Basically I want to handhold both camera and flash for fast action situations. Thanks! (Canadian super fan here, and also Lumix Storyteller.)
At about 12:30 you say you can change it from "meet to featers" haha.
Thanks for doing this walk through!
😂😂😂 I did, didn’t I…
Does the Camera's Flash Compensation control control the TTL output?
I think the Olympus-brand flash will do this.
Also, does this unit have the (red) AF illuminator for On Camera Flash?
thx for very informative video
you're welcome!
Hello, your videos are great! I own an olympus om de m5 miii and after seeing your tutos i bought a godox v860 ii o.
It works fine but there an issue when i want to use it at high speed as an off flash. I set my camera on RC mode, my camera flash on manual and set my godox flash on s1 mode, hss.
When i take the photo, the flash is lightning but the result is totaly dark as if the flash was firing just before ou just after the shot. As i am in manual mode , there couldn't be any preflash on the camera. I tried with S2 mode, it's the same.
The normal mode (>1/250s) is working nicely in off flash as the highspeed when flash on the camera.
What have i missed ?
Thanks
Thank you!
Good one, would be very helpful to the freshers.
I was wondering if there was any advantage over using these to the Hahnel’s. I use a Hahnel Modi’s 600, thinks it’s great. But I also use Elinchrom strobes in studio and externally (ELB500’s) and occasionally need the Hahnel as a fill or separation light. I have to use it with a receiver or optically or sync cord, all separately from the Skyport trigger. Bit of a bind, would the Godoy sync with the Skyport trigger through the camera flash setting?
I've never used the Hahnel. In general, if you want TTL, you need to stick with one manufacturer. If you're manual, then you an mix and match all day long.
Wow, that looks like a sweet easy flash with the TTL. Also interested in how this compares to Pana's own top flash.
It's better than Panasonic's
@@photojoseph When the flashgun is mounted on a Panasonic camera's hotshoe and just used as on-camera flash, what mode is the camera set to? I can only get my 685 to fire when the camera is set to C1/C2/C3, there is no synch with any other mode although there is connectivity as the aperture displayed on the gun's display changes when you change it on the camera.
Tenho uma lumix G5 este modelo serve pra ela?
does the godox/flashpoint system work with the S1/S1r in HSS? I can't get them to work properly (getting a black band on the bottom of the frame around 1/2000 second) is there another 3rd party option?...thanks
Anyone knows if the 350O it supposed to work well with the GH5? I just bought it and High-Speed and Auto Zoom is not working..not sure if I got a lemon since I just notice that the GH5 is not listed in the compatibility list of their website.thanks
Great video - thanks. Will this work with Lumix S5?
Have not tested but it should
Love your videos. Just got this unit and I cannot alter the zoom settings. Press the zoom button, 07mm is highligted, turn the dial and nothing. Any ideas where I'm going wrong?
Sorry without playing with it in person I really can’t say. In situations like this my recommendation is always to go back through the video or the manual and follow everything step by step… usually it’s a skipped step that “doesn’t apply to me” that causes the error.
hi i have the S1 i have the tt685 with x trigger, i work in manual but i want to see from thr viewfinder the real environment , because i dont see it , i see like i take photo with flash. im sure i do something wrong. plz.
Can you suggest a flash for my Canon SX60 HS Powershot? Thanks
Just bought one for my GH5 and it doesn't seem to be compatible. Will it work if I update the firmware?
Hello again Mr. @PhotoJoseph.. I have an issue with my image using an external flash I was hoping you could tell me what you think? I purchased a TT 560 speed light by neewer for my gh5 camera and when I put my shutter speed over 400, a black bar begins to show at the bottom of my picture and the higher I go with the shutter, the black bar increases. Is there a setting that I can control this issue within the camera?
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@@60kimberly hey thanks for that reply. That was thoughtful
Are there any restrictions in functionality when using this flash with a Lumix G9 (especially the AF support in darkness due to the flash’s infrared light)? Can you use the HSS when the camera is in „A“ mode?
Would you (still) recommend this flash over the Nissin i60a as a part of travel equipment and for the on-camera usage only?
Unaware of restrictions. I don’t typically use the IR light but I just tried to figure out how to turn that off, and I can’t find it. However… it isn’t evne coming on. Maybe these don’t have one? The remote trigger has one, with a physical switch to toggle it off evne. Am I being daft? To the other questions… HSS does work in A mode, and I don’t have any experience with the Nissin lights.
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can we use this flash and the godox XPro on the Lumix s1/S1R as well?
Yes, although I have not yet personally tested
@photojoseph. I don't need to have the same godox for the camera model to work on slave, correct? meaning that if i have an Olympus camera with a godox triger mounted on the Olympus i can have a godox flash for sony mount and one for canon mount and still work on radio trigger, Right? as long it is all within godox 2.4g capabilities! am i right?
Yes, but this came in a firmware update. I don't know what version and even if that applies to all models, but before you get started I'd recommend checking the firmware on each piece of gear. There's info on that here: photojoseph.com/moment/godox-xpro-remote-complete-guide/20045#.XicrCVNKgws
Does it have slow sync flash? I am a newbie to flash and have a Panasonic GX8 camera. At the moment comparing the Nissin i60A and the Godox v860ii. Difficult to make a choice.
Slow sync is a function of the camera not the flash, so yes, you can do that. I haven’t used the Nissin but one of the great advantages of the Godox is being able to mix their studio and small strobes from the same wireless trigger. Check our all my Godox videos; go here and type “Godox” into the search field: photojoseph.com/tips/hardware
can we go above 1/200 shutter speed with the godox? does it have the same mode as the Panasonic 580? the FP Mode.
thanks
Yes. High speed sync
Sorry if this is a silly question but can you use these for video? As in an always-on setting rather than a momentary flash?
No, strobes like this can’t be on constantly. That’d be an LED light. Sorry!
Hello, how about the focus assist light on flash body, does it work with Panasonic GH series, please ?
Yes
How do I know if my Olympus is appropriately connected in TTL mode? The flash works when I press the shutter button but the auto zoom on the flash head doesn't change when I try to zoom in or out with the lens. Also my photos are too bright no matter what settings I try
Interesting. There's nothing special to do to make them connect. And you're sure you're in regular TTL mode and that there's no +/- compensation happening?
Will the Godox system work with the lx100 m2?
Is godox v860ii is suitable for olympus em10mkiii too?
Hola Joseph,
Una consulta tengo una cámara Olympus OMD M10 Mark lll, quiero comprar un flash TTL , pero no sé si necesito también comprar un trigger transmisor para poder usar el flash fuera de la zapata, veo en el manual de la cámara que trae RC para el flash, pero tengo la duda si la cámara se conecta al flash o si realmente necesito el Trigger transmisor.
Gracias por su ayuda.
No se, amigo. No estoy familiar con el Olympus
When the flashgun is mounted on a Panasonic camera's hotshoe and just used as on-camera flash, what mode is the camera set to? I can only get my 685 to fire when the camera is set to C1/C2/C3, there is no synch with any other mode although there is connectivity as the aperture displayed on the gun's display changes when you change it on the camera.
+That's A Moray it should work in any mode. My guess is that you have electronic shutter enabled. That disabled the flash.
Hallo Joseph. Today I got my Godox 860 II O for Olympus/`Panasonic. I want to use the flash with my Panasonic GH5. I put the flash on TTL. But it seems flash en camera can’t Connect. So i can’t open the Flash menu on the GH5 to change setting. The option is greyed out. Can you help?
I have the V860 2N I can not get it to go in to HSS in I-ttl mode...why is this?
I've basically Mastered the Panasonic S1 , except I cant for the life of me figure out how to setup on Camera Flash. Something that should be simple!! What are the settings I should be using for the S1 to trigger a Godox 860ii Flash ON the Shoemount?? It has to be something simple I'm missing. I shoot Via X2T Trigger All the time. Thanks for your help in advance PJ!!
All the control will be in the flash, not in the camera. Set the camera to 1/250 or less (or on the S1 I think the max X speed is 1/320?) and control the light output (including going TTL) on the flash itself.
I am still unclear about an Olympus E-M1 Mark III body and triggering Nikon flashes and one Phottix Mitros+ (for Nikon) flash, with Radio transmission using the transmitter on camera?
Can't find the answer anywher so do you have any idea if the V860II-O supports Olympus focus stacking with TTL transmitter?
No idea sorry
I have a g85. Is this good for me.
Does this work with full frame panasonic S1? If not what does? thank you
yes it does
I have an Godox V860II O mount-ed on a Panasonic S5 , 20-60mm .The Godox reports the focal lengh as 24-80mm . Is it a fault or just a setting in the menus? Thank you
Sounds like a bug. Please report to Godox.
@@photojoseph Did you test your Godox V860ii O on a Panasonis S5 ? I noticed in the video above you didn't switch from 3/4 to 135 in the Godox menu . Does it display right the focal lengh on S5 with the kit lens 20-60mm? Thank you !
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May I know is the max sync speed without hss is only 1/180 when if my camera can go up to 1/250?
You're gonna have to give me more info… what model camera? What model light? Are you on the latest firmware? Have you asked Godox?
PhotoJoseph: Thanks I am using omd em10m3 & G9 on TT685o running firmware 1.2
Hi Joseph, I wanted to ask you why the flash is not going on on my monitor, I have the gh5, I have set silent mode to off, filter settings to off, HDR to off, shutter type to MSHTR, bracket to off, photo style in CNEV, in M mode, and in photo without burst, this happened to me a year ago when I bought the flash (godox V860II or) and I solved it, I was using it, but I don't remember how, I forget some other configuration that doesn't activate me the flash, I hope you can help me, greetings from Spain
It sounds like the flash is in a weird mode, like maybe in client/slave mode, or in HHS mode? Sorry I don’t have a better answer.
When I switch onto manual mode the S1/S2 is still not illuminated. Any idea why that might be? I’ve tried all sorts but not there.
hm, offhand I can't think of why. Try reaching out to Godox directly, sorry.
PhotoJoseph thank you, I’ve sorted it, it was because it was on the camera v😂🤦♀️
Hi, I would like to ask you, whether you can use HSS of Godox V860II with Panasonic G85? I read that there are banding issues, when it is attempted to be done. Do you have any opinion about it?
Yes there can be under certain situations. It’s visible when shooting under test conditions (i.e. shooting a white wall), but not so much in real world. I may be wrong as it’s been a while, but I think it works fine when shooting wireless, but the problem is there when direct connected to the camera (yes, the opposite of what you’d expect!).
@@photojoseph Thank you for reply. Do you have a video, which would address this issue and sensible advice, how to go about it?
I don’t, because I keep waiting for Godox to just fix it!!
Got the banding issue on my G85/G80. Since it was under warranty I sent it back, and they changed the top unit. Viola, problem solved, no more banding om hss.
Thanks for another informative vid. Would you happen to know what the most powerful on camera flash is for the m43 system???
Do you mean TTL systems? I don’t. But remember that if you shoot manual you can use absolutely anything. I’ll be showing off Godox’s most powerful light soon which I think is TTL for Panasonic but we’ll see when it arrives (it’s on its way to me now).
@@photojoseph that's great. I look forward to that vid
Hi Joseph great video I just got the go Godox 860 and xpro controller for my Panasonic gx9 to use as an off camera flash. But I’m having an issue i hopping you know how to solve! I set my camera in manual and adjust everything so there is no ambient light (black on the lcd screen) so I can just use the flash light it then changes when I add the xpro controller ? Is it meant to do that ? I was assuming I’d set it up like that then turn off live view so I could compose but I’m not sure if that’s what it’s doing ? Do you know what’s happening ? Thank you 🙏
Sounds like you want to shoot in all manual but the controller is in an auto mode
@@photojoseph I think I understand now I just found another video you did explaining constant preview with strobes. So it seems like the GX9 detects I have a flash trigger and then despite my manual settings it turns constant preview off otherwise my screen would just be black until the flash fires and I would be able to compose. Does that make sense?
@@matth8205 you got it
@@photojoseph thanks Joseph 🙏
Is it good for the panasonic s5?
Should be but I haven’t tried sorry. You should ask Godox if they are compatible. But I do love the flashes.
hey,
how do i trigger FEB using this product ?
What's an FEB?
Hi there! Great videos, my friend! Thank you very much :-)
Here's a puzzle for you: I just bought a Lumix S5. Before that I owned the GH5. I used the Hahnel Modus 600RT MK 2 M4/3 with the GH5. With the speed light I also bought a Hahnel transmitter and receiver. That all worked just fantastic on the GH5. Now, the speed light does its thing while its on the camera body (High speed sync). But when I use the transmitter/receiver it all falls apart. I mean, it works fine as long as I am not using HSS. So very frustrating. Have you ever experienced something similar? Thank you for all your great content. Keep it coming :-)
Glad you liked the video! Are you saying HSS no longer works on the GH5, or that it doesn’t work on the S5? Either way I think you need to reach out to Hahnel.
@@photojoseph The HSS does not work on the S5. I thought maybe it was because GH5 is M4/3 and the S5 is a full frame? Anyway; you're right: I´ll contact Hahnel. Cheers mate!
Mistery solved! It appears I'm using a non-compatible trigger. I've got the Hahnel Capture transmitter/receiver mounted to my camera and speedlight. It doesn't work when using HSS. :-)
will this work with my Panasonic GH3?
You’ll need to check with Godox. I really don’t know.
Will any of them work in burst mode on a Panasonic body?
Perhaps on a slow burst with a low power setting so fast recycle time. You’re the second person to ask about this. What’s the use case?
@@photojoseph for stage show burst. As far as I know only panasonic top of range will burst for pany cameras. Was hoping that info was wrong.
I’ll have to try it. I have the Panasonic 580 flash, the biggest one they make. So I can compare it to that. Do you know if there are any specs on the usage, like “only works in manual at 1/16 power” or anything like that?
@@photojoseph I'm not aware of any restrictions, it wouldn't make much sense if power was limited? I'm. Assuming if you pass recharge capability you will just get underexposed in between fully exposed in your burst.
Are these as water resistant as the Cameras?
I don’t think so. Check their website for an IP rating.
my godox flash on my panasonic have issue firing up and fire up at times. how do i control it?
Contact Godox?
Hmm I don’t know is it my setting issue. 😅
@YozBunbun how could I possibly know; you’ve told me nothing other than that it doesn’t work. That’s why I made a series of videos on these flashes so you can learn how it works. Sorry I can’t help other than that.
@@photojoseph ok sure i get u. I will look into ur videos. Thanks
Hey Joseph, I got a question for you. Does your photos turn out to have some some parts not showing? As in it acts like it's not in HSS when going at 2000ss, , 4000, 5000, etc. when the flash power is lower than say 1/4 of the power? It's happening to my G9 when using the Godox AD200 at 2000ss at lower than 1/4 of the flash power.
I haven’t run into that. That indicates the shutter and flash aren’t in sync. So your flash is in High Speed Sync mode, the camera is at 1/2000s shutter speed, and the flash is on manual at ¼ power?
@@photojoseph Yes. And still see the black banding at the bottom, which most likely means the shutter isn't closing fast enough. When doing the same settings on my GH4, it's perfectly exposed everywhere, no banding with the same flash and remote.
@@photojoseph yes. But depending on flash power, the worse the banding of the shutter is showing. But when it's 1/4 1/2 or full power, it doesn't show any banding
Sounds like a Godox issue to me. I’d definitely reach out to them. When you’re over 1/250th s (the normal max sync speed), you enter HSS or high speed sync. You aren’t talking about a single flash; it’s actually hundreds (thousands?) of micro pulses. Which means if they’re out of sync, you’ll get banding or other anomalies. This video explains it: ruclips.net/video/4Ckih3dtdsQ/видео.html
@@photojoseph I've been waiting for the Panasonic + Godox / Flashpoint HSS synch issue to be fixed before buying into the system. HSS works with Olympus bodies and "older" Lumix cameras. The issue is present at least for the G85, G5 and G9. It's pretty obvious that Panasonic changed something, possibly when they introduced the new shutter mechanism (which solved the shutter-shock issues previous models sometimes suffered from). Please take this Panasonic problem seriously - your video talks about HSS with Lumixes as if it's simply working, no word about the well-known banding issues. When it's brought to your attention in the comments, why don't you try to reproduce it? The fact that only newer Lumixes suffer from the issue makes it a camera problem, not a Godox problem. Get in touch with Panasonic perhaps? Thanks!
Will these work with the S1/S1R?
Yes they are supposed to. Same flash system.I have not yet tested though.
@@photojoseph great Thank you for the quick reply! just got my S1 and would love to get this system up and running.
Hey there @photojoseph - dumb question from a flash newbie. You mentioned the S1 and S2 can optically fire off other strobes. Now here's the dumb question. Does that mean it can fire off Canon strobes? Thanks for a great tutorial. It was illuminating. ;-)
Great show..very interesting, well presented, however a slightly slower comment would be appreciated :)
Hss doesn't work for me on panasonic
Mine didnt have a stand. and it came with a random usb light that doesnt even work. Bought from Amazon
Weird
Joseph IT Would have been Smarter If GODOX Would have Simply Just Added RF //=Transmit Right into Each Flash Unit
Saving on Coast as well as Simplicity and Condensing Over All Space //Size
That SAID Do they Have a GODOX Or even Any Another Brand that Offers that??
Along with Onboard Video LED Lighting Support?
THANKS Joseph :-)
Oooooo
Godox makes great stuff BUT... Go for the Xpro controllers. They are much better than the original X1 controller.
Oh! Ok, I just ordered one. I’ll compare the two then return the original. $30 difference so if it’s that much better, it’s well worth it. Other than what seems a better UI, does it have other advantages?
@@photojoseph I think there is some other advantages that I've not used but I just did not like the clunkiness of the X1 trigger and its overall workflow needed to use it. That scroll wheel was pretty frustrating for me. There's clearer access to the features, making it quicker to use for my workflow and it looks cooler, too.
Sweet. Well, I ordered and it’ll be here Monday, so in time for a show next Thursday. It’s your fault that I’m delaying part 2 of this show a week, by the way 😉
@@photojoseph I'm glad I could be of service, my friend. 🤪
was macht das für einen Sinn, deutsche Titel aber englische Sprache????