Thanks for this video. I wondered why everyone seems to recommend them, no one seems to say WHY they recommend them. Very informative and clear. Well done!
Thank you! I’m always looking forward solid reviews on gear, but often come across videos that lead you down unnecessary rabbit trails. I usually walk away more confused😅. I had questions, you answered them! Clear and Straight to the point. Thank you! I head to Amazon right now to purchase this light!
I got mine from amazon and the bundle came with a barn door attachment that also lets me use those additional accessories and gels on the fresnel head.
I'm always looking at this light in my Adorama wish list and wondering if I should get it. I often use a Lumopro160 flash head as a rim light, hair light etc . I need to stop wondering and try it out during the return period. Good breakdown Austin, now I'll look at this other vid that says don't buy it!
Additional Tip why AD200pro is the best for beginner*** taking into account that you already have 1pc Ad200pro and you want to increase your flash power.. You can purchase another ad200pro & ADB2 Mount ..you can use 2pcs ad200pro on ADB2 Mount..making it a 400watts flash.. also when you have a wireless trigger you can control the 2pcs ad200pro mounted in adb2 seperately..ad200pro 1 group a. ad200pro 2 group b. I should have purchase the ad400pro..luckily i found out about adb2..2pcs ad200pro + adb2 is mucg much better than ad300pro or ad400pro
Great video I just started and I got one of those AD200pro and also a flashpoint that goes on top of the camera. Question can I use both of them at the same time? For a photo shoot. Thanks 😊 I was just doing a try out indoors and that light is pretty strong just with one light 💡😃 and I use ☂
Hopefully the fix was consistent on the pro model. I never got green casts on my non-pro model, but I heard random batches were green. Same with the V1.
@@austinlindsay I also have the V1 -- I haven't used it as often as my AD 200 Pros, but I don't recall seeing green cast on images taken with the V1. Now I'm going to double check lol.
Technically yes. But, its only a couple of LEDs on the fresnel head. (the bare bulb head does not have a modeling light) So, it can work in a pinch, but it's not that good.
Thank you. There’s not a really good way to hell the bare bulb. I have seen people use gels, wrapped around the bulb itself. But, from what I’ve seen, it’s kind of clunky and, it’s not really that secure either.
This unit is intended for stills photography and not for video. The modeling light is too weak to provide adequate light for video. At this time I do not know of one unit that can do a good job with both video and photography. I’m sure that tech is coming in the near future, but right now you’re better off with dedicated units for each use case.
its great and all but... i think i will get a v1 or v860ii. i know this is better but i need something that i can throw on my camera and work like that. maybe when i will grow a bit, will get this as a second light. whats your opinion tho, v1 or v860ii?
I own the v860ii, it’s a great light. I do use it when I need a smaller light on set, but it has less power and a slower recycle time. So, I rarely use it. I think the V1 or V860 would be great for event photography. But even a lot of wedding photographers I know start with AD200/200Pros and set them up around the room. You can get much more dramatic light when your flash isn’t on your camera. These are just my opinions. You definitely gotta get what works best for your purposes. :)
There might be settings in the menu to change the time that the modeling light stays on. But, as far as I know the max it will stay on is 30 mins. It's not really meant to be on for long periods of time.
Yea. That AD300 with a Bowen’s mount softbox is pretty portable. Something to consider about using Bowen’s mount modifiers though, is they’ll fit on a wider variety of photo and video lights. The Godox mount only fits on Godox lights. So, if you’re going for small and lightweight a modifier with a Godox mount is a great way to go. But, if you’re needing versatility as well, I recommend Bowen’s mount modifiers.
Hi! Is the AD 200 pro compatible with the X2T-F trigger? And will I be able to access the lower power settings (1/256) using either the X2T-F or another godox speedlight such a TT350F?
I know they will connect. I have not personally used the X2T trigger. But, I found this info in a forum that may help: Standard range is to 1/128, to get the extended range down to 1/256 you need to go into the custom settings and choose 1/256. Turn on XPro then Press Menu Button>Scroll to MIN>Press SET Button>Scroll to 1/256 and select SET Button>Select RETURN arrow. If you cannot do this, maybe you have a defective trigger. I have no problem with either of my triggers. I make the change only with the trigger on, no strobe (it is turned off)
Technically yes. But, its only a couple of LEDs on the fresnel head. (the bare bulb head does not have a modeling light) So, it can work in a pinch, but it's not that good.
I have the AD200, but what I wish it had a modelling light with the bare bulb. Do you know if I can maybe buy an attachment, or perhaps a totally different light that's like the AD200 that would have a modeling light? * I need to put the light in a softbox and without a modeling light its quite frustrating to use. ** I need something portable and small
Hey! As far as I know there’s no way of getting a modeling light onto the bare bulb. The fresnel head has a modeling light (as you may already know). The best modeling light I’ve seen for the 200 is in the round head attachment. It’s not. Crazy bright, but it is a lot brighter than the fresnel head.
That’s a good option as well. I also just posted a RUclips Short of the lux measurement of between the included fresnel head and the round head if that helps either of you. If I ever get a chance to measure the AD-B2 I’ll post a video for it!
I’ve never done real estate photography so, I honestly have no idea which one would truly be better. Specifically since I hear most real estate photographers bracket shoot. But, when I recommend buying brighter lighting if you have the budget. It’s easier to reduce the power output of a light when you don’t need it than it is to get more light when you don’t have it. If that makes sense.
@@austinlindsay oh my bad so it was on your table (1:00) i really though it was a gobo it has this circle like attachment and I thought theres a slit but the lightwand was only reflecting on that surface! I wish I can attach a gobo like slit on an ad200 h200r
Ohhh I see what you’re talking about now. That is the diffuser that comes in the AKR1 kit. And you’re right, it is reflecting the tube light in the background so it does look like a little slit. You can get empty filter frames (the AKR1 comes with 1) and remove the gel, and put in your own cardboard cutouts in the frame and put that over the light head. Keep in mind you’d need a focusing lens in front to really get the shape to be sharp. But, with the AKR1 kit, the option to mess around is a possibility.
@@austinlindsay thank you austin for answering my inquiry in a very informative way! I guess I might need a sa17/ sap but too expensive lol. You are really nice! Followed u on IG.
@@austinlindsay Yeah. But mostly I am shooting indoors or in the evening. Godox qr 90cm or even 165cm white umbrella with diffuser can be used with speedlight) actually at 1/64 power). Just trying to avoid ocf at the bright sun)
I hope you consider memorizing your script or at least put it somewhere that it can make your eyes look at the camera. I'm so distracted with you looking down the whole time 😂 great review tho!
Thanks for this video. I wondered why everyone seems to recommend them, no one seems to say WHY they recommend them. Very informative and clear. Well done!
Yea, I'm always interested in the "why" myself. So, I try to include that. Thank you for watching. I'm glad you found it helpful. :)
Loved the straight-forward, useful and naturally witty delivery.
Thanks! That’s very helpful to hear. Thanks for watching and thank for the feedback.
Thank you for being so real and sharing some great knowledge. Be assured you are giving tremendous knowledge. Keep up the great work.
Haha thank you! I could blab about gear all day long!
I got 3 of these and I love it and no regrets! Thanks Austin.
You can never have enough AD200s. Haha
Thank you, this video answered all my questions without me even asking.
That so awesome to hear! I’m glad I could help!
Thanks for sharing this information, was considering a second Nikon flash, but the AD200 looks like a better option!
You’re welcome! Yea. The 200 is definitely a great way to go!!
Thank you! I’m always looking forward solid reviews on gear, but often come across videos that lead you down unnecessary rabbit trails. I usually walk away more confused😅.
I had questions, you answered them! Clear and Straight to the point. Thank you!
I head to Amazon right now to purchase this light!
That’s awesome to hear. I’m glad you found this useful. :)
@@austinlindsay I just got my AD200 today! I really really really like it!!☺️🙌🏾🎉
That’s awesome to hear! I’m glad you like it.
I got mine from amazon and the bundle came with a barn door attachment that also lets me use those additional accessories and gels on the fresnel head.
That’s right! I forgot about the attachments you get if you buy the bundle!!
Helpful, thanks
You're welcome!
fantastic video austin.. thank you
Anytime! Thank ya for watching!
I'm always looking at this light in my Adorama wish list and wondering if I should get it. I often use a Lumopro160 flash head as a rim light, hair light etc . I need to stop wondering and try it out during the return period.
Good breakdown Austin, now I'll look at this other vid that says don't buy it!
Yea. If you get free returns. It’s definitely worth looking into. For me, it’s one of my fave lights. (Obviously lol)
This was a super helpful review thanks
Thank you for the comment. I’m glad it helped!
Great video vary helpful
Thank you! And you’re very welcome!
Additional Tip why AD200pro is the best for beginner***
taking into account that you already have 1pc Ad200pro and you want to increase your flash power..
You can purchase another ad200pro & ADB2 Mount ..you can use 2pcs ad200pro on ADB2 Mount..making it a 400watts flash..
also when you have a wireless trigger you can control the 2pcs ad200pro mounted in adb2 seperately..ad200pro 1 group a. ad200pro 2 group b.
I should have purchase the ad400pro..luckily i found out about adb2..2pcs ad200pro + adb2 is mucg much better than ad300pro or ad400pro
Great points! Thank you.
Great job
Thank a bunch! 😀
Hi I like the gel kit with the rubber band assembly kit. Where and what is the name of the gel pouch, and band kit you use?
This is the kit right here. I’ll put it in the description as well.
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Thank you. Good info for sure. I am a video person as well as photo. Can the ad200pro provide constant light ?
The AD200 Pro has a modeling light on the fresnel head and the round head. But, they won’t provide adequate enough light for video.
I need to have that in my camera bag! Heading to Comicon or FanX this week! I could use this flash unit at FanX! Haha!
You gonna be there? I was thinking about going myself. 🤔
@@austinlindsay I’m working at FanX all 3days. You should come and hangout!
I’m definitely gonna try and make it to one day!
Great video I just started and I got one of those AD200pro and also a flashpoint that goes on top of the camera. Question can I use both of them at the same time? For a photo shoot. Thanks 😊 I was just doing a try out indoors and that light is pretty strong just with one light 💡😃 and I use ☂
Hey! Welcome to the 200pro family!! Yup. You can use Flashpoint and Godox gear together. 😀
EC200 best accessory for the AD200,...for me. It's not that top heavy with CB57 bag.
Nice. That’s definitely a great option. :)
The Pro also fixed the notorious green cast.
Hopefully the fix was consistent on the pro model. I never got green casts on my non-pro model, but I heard random batches were green. Same with the V1.
@@austinlindsay I also have the V1 -- I haven't used it as often as my AD 200 Pros, but I don't recall seeing green cast on images taken with the V1. Now I'm going to double check lol.
Yea. Hopefully you got a V1 without a green cast.
Hi, Nice content..useful..does the AD200 Pro has a modelling lamp?
Technically yes. But, its only a couple of LEDs on the fresnel head. (the bare bulb head does not have a modeling light) So, it can work in a pinch, but it's not that good.
Great video, is there a way to gel the bare bulb?
Thank you. There’s not a really good way to hell the bare bulb. I have seen people use gels, wrapped around the bulb itself. But, from what I’ve seen, it’s kind of clunky and, it’s not really that secure either.
can you also use it for video? that's why I ended up here, I want to know if there are lights that can do both decent strobe and decent video
This unit is intended for stills photography and not for video. The modeling light is too weak to provide adequate light for video.
At this time I do not know of one unit that can do a good job with both video and photography. I’m sure that tech is coming in the near future, but right now you’re better off with dedicated units for each use case.
thanks, now I know to stop searching. I had hoped to buy 1 good one for both instead of 2 mediocre ones for each.@@austinlindsay
Finally
Have you been waiting for a video like this?
its great and all but... i think i will get a v1 or v860ii. i know this is better but i need something that i can throw on my camera and work like that. maybe when i will grow a bit, will get this as a second light. whats your opinion tho, v1 or v860ii?
I own the v860ii, it’s a great light. I do use it when I need a smaller light on set, but it has less power and a slower recycle time. So, I rarely use it.
I think the V1 or V860 would be great for event photography. But even a lot of wedding photographers I know start with AD200/200Pros and set them up around the room. You can get much more dramatic light when your flash isn’t on your camera.
These are just my opinions. You definitely gotta get what works best for your purposes. :)
why is on the picture ad600?
I’m not sure I understand your question.
How long does the modeling light work for?
Most have an auto turn off after 60 seconds
There might be settings in the menu to change the time that the modeling light stays on. But, as far as I know the max it will stay on is 30 mins. It's not really meant to be on for long periods of time.
Looking at the Godox mount on the AD300, would you say this might be just as portable if you include a AD-S65 Softbox on a shoot?
Yea. That AD300 with a Bowen’s mount softbox is pretty portable. Something to consider about using Bowen’s mount modifiers though, is they’ll fit on a wider variety of photo and video lights. The Godox mount only fits on Godox lights.
So, if you’re going for small and lightweight a modifier with a Godox mount is a great way to go. But, if you’re needing versatility as well, I recommend Bowen’s mount modifiers.
Hi! Is the AD 200 pro compatible with the X2T-F trigger? And will I be able to access the lower power settings (1/256) using either the X2T-F or another godox speedlight such a TT350F?
I know they will connect. I have not personally used the X2T trigger. But, I found this info in a forum that may help:
Standard range is to 1/128, to get the extended range down to 1/256 you need to go into the custom settings and choose 1/256.
Turn on XPro then Press Menu Button>Scroll to MIN>Press SET Button>Scroll to 1/256 and select SET Button>Select RETURN arrow.
If you cannot do this, maybe you have a defective trigger. I have no problem with either of my triggers. I make the change only with the trigger on, no strobe (it is turned off)
I need a 2 light setup. Should I go for 2 Ad200Pro at once or V1+600BM?
Is it for indoors or outdoors? And what type of subject(s) will you be shooting?
The Godox AD200 pro has modeling light?
Technically yes. But, its only a couple of LEDs on the fresnel head. (the bare bulb head does not have a modeling light) So, it can work in a pinch, but it's not that good.
I have the AD200, but what I wish it had a modelling light with the bare bulb.
Do you know if I can maybe buy an attachment, or perhaps a totally different light that's like the AD200 that would have a modeling light?
* I need to put the light in a softbox and without a modeling light its quite frustrating to use.
** I need something portable and small
Hey! As far as I know there’s no way of getting a modeling light onto the bare bulb. The fresnel head has a modeling light (as you may already know). The best modeling light I’ve seen for the 200 is in the round head attachment. It’s not. Crazy bright, but it is a lot brighter than the fresnel head.
@@austinlindsay Godox make a bracket that takes two ad 200 it has built in stronger modelling lights.
That’s a good option as well. I also just posted a RUclips Short of the lux measurement of between the included fresnel head and the round head if that helps either of you.
If I ever get a chance to measure the AD-B2 I’ll post a video for it!
But you can get some sweet rims for it, right?
Yea, but you can only use regulation pinewood derby rims. 😆
perhapse AD= Adorama?
That would make sense, but Adorama actually uses the Evolve branding and Godox uses the AD branding.
Useful for real estate shoots, or would the 400 be better, and turn it down if need be?
I’ve never done real estate photography so, I honestly have no idea which one would truly be better. Specifically since I hear most real estate photographers bracket shoot.
But, when I recommend buying brighter lighting if you have the budget. It’s easier to reduce the power output of a light when you don’t need it than it is to get more light when you don’t have it. If that makes sense.
@@austinlindsay it does, thanks very much
The bare bulb will even work in daylight.
Yes. The bare bulb attachment will produce light during the daytime.
Hi austin! Would u mind sharing the gobo on your left is called?
Hey! I’m not quite sure what you’re referring to? I’m not using any gobos in this video. Are you meaning the orange tube light I have in the corner?
@@austinlindsay oh my bad so it was on your table (1:00) i really though it was a gobo it has this circle like attachment and I thought theres a slit but the lightwand was only reflecting on that surface! I wish I can attach a gobo like slit on an ad200 h200r
Ohhh I see what you’re talking about now. That is the diffuser that comes in the AKR1 kit. And you’re right, it is reflecting the tube light in the background so it does look like a little slit.
You can get empty filter frames (the AKR1 comes with 1) and remove the gel, and put in your own cardboard cutouts in the frame and put that over the light head.
Keep in mind you’d need a focusing lens in front to really get the shape to be sharp. But, with the AKR1 kit, the option to mess around is a possibility.
@@austinlindsay thank you austin for answering my inquiry in a very informative way! I guess I might need a sa17/ sap but too expensive lol. You are really nice! Followed u on IG.
Thank you! And no problem! It’s fun chatting about gear.
Yea, the Sa17 is nice!! But, you’re right they definitely are pricey.
Still the ad200 in 2022 ? Thx
Absolutely.
Damn, theres a lost AD200 that I need to find haha :P
Haha Luckily, I ended up finding it. But, thought that line was funny so I kept that bit in the video. XD
Bought ad200 pro. On second shoot it didn't work. Send on guarantee. 1,5 month for repair. Spare parts coming from China. 2 weeks left😂
Oh man. I’m sorry to hear. Waiting on repairs is no fun.
@@austinlindsay Yeah. But mostly I am shooting indoors or in the evening. Godox qr 90cm or even 165cm white umbrella with diffuser can be used with speedlight) actually at 1/64 power). Just trying to avoid ocf at the bright sun)
Yea. It definitely gets a little tricky competing with the sun sometimes.
I hope you consider memorizing your script or at least put it somewhere that it can make your eyes look at the camera. I'm so distracted with you looking down the whole time 😂 great review tho!
I have a lazy eye actually. One eye is looking into my teleprompter, the other one will appear to be looking down.
@@austinlindsay this level of honesty (thumbs up)
vae.fyi
brilliant
Thank ya kindly!