Thanks Gary, the main benefit of the ad100 for me would be to use it as a unit to light my backdrop. Because the light of the round head has a nice fall-off, it is easy to attach to a light stand (no s-Bracket needed). The V1 needs to go into an s-bracket or on a fiddly hot/cold shoe. And the ad100 can be zoomed (unlike the hr200), so I can adjust the light vignette on the backdrop easily. Cheers, Peter
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
All great points! I am loving using it as a background light, for sure.
@AnthonyToglife3 жыл бұрын
Maaan thank you for speaking to the inflated price! Every video I've watched speaks to the features/function of the light but no one touches on the price. A light is a light, of course it will light things, but at $300, I personally don't see the value in this unless size is of the utmost importance.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Gotta call it like I see it. That being said, come Black Friday you just watch the sales on these. I’m calling it 2 for $400 in a kit. That’s when I will pounce
@AnthonyToglife3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial you and me both brotha! If they would have come out the gate at $200 I definitely would have picked some up to replace my Yongnuo speedlights.
@areeszgandhistudios3 жыл бұрын
That was a quick...precise to showcase the power of the light. Thanks a lot.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Ni problem!
@jrarsenault24133 жыл бұрын
Have AD200s and V1's already. This 100 is a great light, but as Gary said they should charge less for it.it's a pricey option when you compare it to the v1s and especially the AD200s which are far more flexible with more output. They do take less space, so for a backup or kicker light maybe. R2 has a lot more interesting cost-effective options in their universe.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I'm looking forward to the black friday sale on these, lol. Adorama always has great sales so I'm sure they will have great deals on these before too long. Thanks for watching.
@lensaccess78253 жыл бұрын
i have the AD600pro / 200pro and i added the AD100pro for exactly what you said. its a fun light and adds nice to my kit and gives me just enough for extra light.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Yes I’m really enjoying it. I think I will probably grab another one or two of them the next sale they have. Thanks for watching!
@texasmarshalls3 жыл бұрын
How do we stay up to date on their sale? Also, how does this compare to the V1?
@lensaccess78253 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial its price point could have been $229 MAX but.. haha and good content so thank you.
@poutineitup95103 жыл бұрын
Great video. The only thing is that the whole time I couldn’t stop thinking about how Stiffany was put in the corner.... poor Stiffany. No one puts baby in the corner
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
It's funny, now that I think about it, I have never formally introduced her to the KZfaq audience, lol. That's a whole video on it's own.
@poutineitup95103 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial they need to listen to your advice and listen to the podcast. :)
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
@@poutineitup9510 that's what I keep saying...
@richryanphotography2 жыл бұрын
Great video... didnt expect anything less from you, been following you since I saw you on creative live...I have 4 AD200's and still want to get a few of these, but to your point, cant justify the purchase when they cost as much as my AD200's (no matter how hard I try) I do love that its a little smaller, and lighter weight but they over priced it.... :(
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@JesseStarrPhoto Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the content and review. I always enjoy your videos. Something I think that’s kinda interesting about the reviews of this light is that people are acting like we haven’t used speed lights outdoors for many years and this is more powerful than a speed light… To me, this light has a specific use that is not covered by the other Godox lights. The form factor is the benefit. Perfect for a couple of things in my book: wedding off camera lighting with a magnetic grid on them and then used for couple’s portraits with the Angler speed box that also has a magnetic attachment. Speed and simplicity are huge at a wedding and not having to mess with adaptors and external battery packs is a real time saver.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
I really do love the light and use it almost every day as a background light. The main issue is that it has a slightly green color cast to it that you have to compensate for or live with. Otherwise it's brilliant, love the accessories.
@MarkRCoons3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary, I'd been looking at this as a companion to my roundhead Flashpoint speedlights. I'd pretty much decided to wait and see if the price drops any. So your comments have helped!
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mark! I am happy to have one in my kit and I am sure that Adorama will have a good sale on these before too long.
@marydecaprio91823 жыл бұрын
For the money - I would stick with my AD200. But if someone gave me one I would be very very happy!!
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That seems to be the consensus :)
@jasonbodden88163 жыл бұрын
Definitely.
@jimmyhinAK Жыл бұрын
Yeah given the price difference don’t know what Godox was thinking when they did this
@AlexStudioPhobic Жыл бұрын
Will use it for either backlight or environmental light, modifiers are sick 🔥 During cloudy days it's powerful enough outside as well, super portable!
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@nugrahakusuma6975 ай бұрын
I’ve got mine $180 from the newest batch. No brainer for a compact and portable setup.
@GaryHughesOfficial5 ай бұрын
Very cool!
@NoelDelPilar3 жыл бұрын
Agree 100% with you... for that price, I prefer the AD200 because has mor options for heads, a more powerful. But if in the future it is a Special Offer, then a buy two of them.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing :)
@LarryLourcey3 жыл бұрын
Great info as usual G-Man.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much!
@AlexValtchev3 жыл бұрын
I got mine for 285. 2 pcs. It is more powerful than AD200 + roud head (make sure people are aware of it) AD200 is better only with fresnal square head and barebulb head. Not by 1 stop, but more like .5
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That's an interesting point that the AD200 loses a stop when you add the reflector with the round head. Thanks for the feedback!
@tpe4ever2 жыл бұрын
The main thing this light is missing is compatibility with the Godox mount, like the AD300. If it had that mount, it would be incredible to use in the 24, 26, and 34" ultra slim softboxes for an incredibly lightweight and elegant solution. The S2 bracket is just big and heavy, and I dislike using them on location, and it also requires the use of the larger Bowens mount modifiers which defeats the point of using a micro sized strobe like this. It's good otherwise, but represents a missed opportunity.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
If that’s your setup, sure. The Bowen’s brackets seem fine to me, but I hear you
@waynecrev17793 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. Glad that I found your KZfaq channel.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Glad to have you on board!
@anecdotephotography3 жыл бұрын
Nice approach to the review man
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Thank very much for taking the time :)
@stevenlaschever9694 Жыл бұрын
Magnet front is fun. Works great with same adapters as Flashpoint xr2 and AD200 with round head.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
great point, it's got a lot of versatility.
@mediocreman63233 жыл бұрын
The AD-200 has no zoom function, the AD-100 has, which makes it, when compared to the AD-200 with the round head, _more_ powerful under certain circumstances, the real selling point for the AD-200 is, from my point of view, its much higher versatility because of the bare bulb, which is extremely useful. Yeah, I think I will definitely get one of those nifty 100s at some time. After the 1200. But this is another story 😉
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Good points, thanks!
@richardroscoe1663 жыл бұрын
For that price I landed a two pack of v1s. I think the v1 has been the most reliable light I've ever used.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I have a V1 myself and it's an excellent light, for sure. I think the ad100 is a great companion to it. If you think about what I used to pay for speedlites, $400-$600, it's just nuts. Thanks for watching
@richardroscoe1663 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial No problem! The v1 has totally changed my process to wedding photography. I use two of them for three dimensional light
@mattradlinski61223 жыл бұрын
I was just wondering the same thing! Thanks Gary.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@ArminHirmer3 жыл бұрын
yeah I love it and hate it. It would be nice to have, but the price point makes it a hard decision - for now I stick with my AD200
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
You are certainly not alone in that decision. Hopefully Godox will listen
@jdalbro3 жыл бұрын
I would do the AD200 for the $, looks like a good strobe to get but for me I'll stick with the AD200's.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That’s certainly reasonable
@jimmyhill95913 жыл бұрын
I'm with you on the AD200/eVOLV200. There's not a significant power increase between a speedlight and this for me to justify one. With the 200 I can run such low power levels that recycle times don't even cross my mind. Plus I've already got a bunch of 200 specific modifiers that won't work with it and I try to stay away from Bowens/S bracket setups as much as I can since I'm on location most of the time and they just don't pack as easy.
@brucepress69033 жыл бұрын
I'm not trading in my ad200's. Their versatility and power are a nobrainer. That being said, I might have opted for the ad100 over the V1 as my keep-in-the-bag light. I agree with you, though, it's about 25-30 dollars too expensive.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Totally. The advantage of the v1 is that you can use it as a controller in a pinch. And for wedding and event shooters, having an on-camera flash is pretty much a given, so I don't see one as a replacement for the other. As far as using it off-camera, the AD100 is a lot more stable to mount on a stand than the hot shoe (unless you are using a bracket). I am hoping that they will drop the price on this unit because I think that is pretty much the only complaint that anyone has. Thanks for watching!
@brucepress69033 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial I had thought of that, but I've never fallen back on the V1 as a controller... yet. :) The other issue is that the V1 can be a little janky in the S-type adapter, even the V2, due to the shape. The AD100, would be better there.
@jasonbodden8816Ай бұрын
I wouldn't be getting rid of my AD200Pro either. And if I had a V1, I'd still keep it even if only as an on camera flash sometimes (as I do that sometimes).
@deirdreryan74022 жыл бұрын
I was considering this for real estate photography, but instead I’m going to continue using the AD200s and a flash.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Probably a safe bet :)
@texasmarshalls3 жыл бұрын
Really great review!
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much!
@vinhsanity2 жыл бұрын
For the size and losing only a stop of light it does have its uses. But it’s a tough sell against the AD200 for the same price. However I primarily shoot in the studio, and the AD300’s I use sometimes feels like overkill.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Honestly it’s the studio where it’s most useful. Perfect background light and the army of modifiers for it make it pretty versatile.
@karlweb1 Жыл бұрын
Great video Gary. My concerns are longevity Adorama and I love that store but the rebranded jenbei and called it Orlit Here we are just 3 years later and there is no support for them I have three of their strobes in studio that I never use. I am in northern Arizona heat and cold would drop my units
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Totally understand the concern. I am in Florida and it’s pretty brutal on gear here with the heat and the humidity. I have been using Flashpoint gear from Adorama for about 5 years without issues in either performance or service. I would tend to lean your way of it were another brand, but I don’t think Godox is going anywhere so it’s probably a safe bet. Thanks for watching!
@TiffinboxTV3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining this so well. I'll stick to my AD200's. I do like the AD100's form factor. Might come in handy when I start traveling again. Did you go over how many fully powered pops you can get with this new flash?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
No I didn't do a technical review on it, but those specs should be easy to find on Adorama or in a Godox YT video. I would imagine it will perform slightly worse than the V1 as it's slightly more powerful but uses the same batter. Still, though, I would guess you get 3-400 flashes at full power or more.
@madhusoodanshimoga57252 жыл бұрын
Nice informative video. I would have loved to hear about how this will perform as a indoor light with softboxes for a full body shots. Is it powerful enough to use as key light and fill light. I have been looking for this answer, unfortunately no body is touching on this aspect. Hope you will through some light on this.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
It really shines as an indoor light. Perfect for weddings etc. not a go to as a main studio light as not enough power
@madhusoodanshimoga57252 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial thanks a ton. You have helped me in taking the decision.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Happy to be of service :)
@madhumenon2 жыл бұрын
Considered buying it, ended up buying an AD200 Pro instead. Godox shot themselves in the foot with the pricing. It needed to be max $200 to make it a worthwhile investment.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
I think it is a little too high, for sure. But the Black Friday sale is surely coming :)
@thomasobrienphotography5 ай бұрын
Someones had overheat issues with the filter kit AK-R1 ? I need to do more test but I had overheating problem with. Filters seem to block heat. dissipation
@GaryHughesOfficial5 ай бұрын
I haven’t had that experience
@cheersaccount46493 жыл бұрын
How well do the magnetic attachments stay for modifying the light?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Good question, the magnetic ring is surprisingly powerful. If you smacked it hard you would knock it of, but if the light is stationary you got no worries
@thecameraninja1510 Жыл бұрын
For me the AD100 sits at the top of the speedlite range (yes I know it's not a speedlite, but hear me out) it's got a nice lunch of power for easy flexible quick use for ocf, the AD200 sits at the bottom of the 'studio strobe' range, it's got significantly more punch, and is more flexible to use in a "studio" setup. BUT a 200 with a couple of 100s makes a blinding portable setup, I've used that combination for any number of weddings and family portraits, like any job you need to use the right tool for it, and imo boy did godox hit the almost (price) perfect tool for that particular job! If the price was 30% lower, it would be the perfect tool.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@jasonbodden8816Ай бұрын
The one very big disadvantage - at least for me - is at that power level it should be able to be used as an on-camera flash as well.
@jaegerschtulmann Жыл бұрын
Don't forget to gel it to correct the heavy green cast from the fresnel lens
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
it's only really a problem if you mix it other lights, but it does need to be addressed, for sure.
@MrCshmn Жыл бұрын
It’s fixed with new models.
@a.jol.sr_photography3 жыл бұрын
I've been a natural life photographer for the past 8 years and based on the price point I would stick with the ad200 instead. The price would have to drop by $100 for me to buy this.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Fair point
@ianjoc003 жыл бұрын
Just got it at Adorama today for $199.
@a.jol.sr_photography3 жыл бұрын
@@ianjoc00 that's a great deal
@ianjoc003 жыл бұрын
@@a.jol.sr_photography yes. Got fortunate to get a deal. Cheaper than the V1! ☺️
@thrivephotography80813 жыл бұрын
Good vid . Thank you
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching.
@gregshawphotography88283 жыл бұрын
Everything you've been saying where this will fit, like a background, hair light, or all the other instances you stated, the Flashpoint Zoom Li-on (roundhead speed light) checks all those boxes. I just don't see the point for this.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Yep, absolutely. I have that one as well and it’s great. Main advantages of the AD100 are the modeling light, improved power, cylinder design, and a more secure native mount. I don’t really see it as an either/or, though. The V1 would be a good first light, and then AD100 would be a great companion if you wanted another light to be off-camera (and you could control it with the Speedlite. Thanks for watching!
@seankmdixon3 жыл бұрын
I want it but would be better if the price was closer to the V1... Maybe about $20 more than the v1 then it would be worth the price for me.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree the price is a little high. In terms of where it goes in your kit, I think this is a great companion to the V1.
@Foto_School11 ай бұрын
The power is not really a problem. I used to have 200 to 400 watt/sec strobes and used Iso 50-100 with my old Canon 1d mark iii. Now I use an R6 and i can use up to 800 iso without any problem, power issue solved.
@GaryHughesOfficial10 ай бұрын
I think the AD100 has sufficient power for a lot of different use-cases. Been using mine for the last 2 years and I'm pretty happy with it. Thanks for watching!
@Ashleyapples3 жыл бұрын
can you show how to do a hair light with this?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I will definitely be doing a lighting video soon, I will add this idea to the list :)
@tonytfuntek32622 жыл бұрын
It's a nice strobe but the price is an issue....if they charged $299.00 as a kit with the transmitter it would be a no brainer.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
I agree. Great tool, price is a bit high
@kenlewphoto Жыл бұрын
Hi Gary, Great video! I was wondering, can you use these primarily for travel headshots? Like if you were to have a 3 light set up where the back ground light can also be strong enough to make the background pure white? I was thinking about using one of these and shooting it through a octobox so I could make a pure white background. Then have the other two for a key and a fill light? Thank you again! and thank you in advance for answering this question.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
I do travel with it, but I think you might have a hard time getting evenly lit, pure white that way. I’m sure it’s possible, but I would probably recommend the AD200 over this. I use them primarily for traveling to do headshots and they always get the job done. Battery lasts longer as well :)
@kenlewphoto Жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Ahhh thank you so much! I really appreciate this information. I currently have 2 AD400s and 2 AD300s but I wanted something more compact for travel.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
the ad100 doesn't pack all that much better than the 200s really. You will probably eat the batteries alive using them to blow out a background and the recycle time might be a problem compared to the 200s.
@rrahim35232 жыл бұрын
A fantastic light but priced too close to AD200.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
That’s pretty much the consensus. That being said, I would still have one in my kit, it’s dead useful and very easy to travel with
@vic_the_roman3 жыл бұрын
I’d rock that light. 😎
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Do it! Honestly even at the price it’s a blast to use and worth the money
@WeddingsByBhushan3 жыл бұрын
Too the Point review 🙌🏻 . I am bit confused i already got ad400pro and 860-2 , I recently lost my ad200 with maggrip and maggel few days back so was planning to get this with akr1 kit instead of a new ad200.. any way since i got ad400 the ad200 was rarely used.. this will be versatile for hair/ rim light and may be sometimes useful for bouncing from ceiling during wedding.. Whats your thought ?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I actually just shot a wedding with it for the first time last week and it was perfect. It’s not going to be a good solution for over-powering the midday sun for large groups, but for everything else I tried it was great. Absolutely in love.
@thewoodys_surf_instrumental3 жыл бұрын
I would like to get one for a hair light but, $300 No .. $249 Yes.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Honestly, if you consider what it can do versus what we used to pay for a good speedlite, the price is pretty great. It's only high compared to similar lights from the same manufacturer. That being said I completely get where you are coming from, but I think for the right photographer, it's a great tool, even at that price.
@thewoodys_surf_instrumental3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial I was on the fence at that price, I was just about to buy a third AD200 when I learned of the AD100 thought cool, probably be a little cheaper. I'll probably still end up getting a couple of these, seeing they would be great location hair and/or background lights, keeping my AD200's for main and fill. Good point made, my old Norman gear cost much more, even my 200B's were twice the price and twice as heavy to lug around. I love my AD200's I'm sure I'll dig using these little guys just as much. Cheers Gary .. Brian
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
@@thewoodys_surf_instrumental I know it's a ways off, but Adorama usually has great discounts on black Friday. My guess is that they will have these for sale in two packs for $450 or $500.
@thewoodys_surf_instrumental3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial I will definitely look out for that, thanks for sharing!
@ianjoc003 жыл бұрын
@@thewoodys_surf_instrumental Got this today for $199 at Adorama.
@hdrsmit3 жыл бұрын
i thought i would never say this about chinese lighting....but based on what you used to compare it to, it's definitely overpriced for what it does. the small cuteness factor doesn't offset that and the AD200 is NOT a large heavy cumbersome speedlight.....for my taste :-) i think it should have been compared head to head with the V1 and that would have been a more useful video....for me :-)
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I see your point, but the V1 is an on -camera flash, a different class of light altogether. They can’t fill the same needs and they aren’t meant to. In a head-to-head in power, the V1 loses every time, but not by much. But it is a perfect companion to the 100 and 200 as it can also be used to to control the other lights. I definitely think the price is $50 too high, but I expect a robust used market for them after a while and a few sales come the holidays, great alway to pick one up. Just a final thought about the price: I have paid $500 for a speed light with half the power of a 100 and 2/3 the power of the V1. On its own the AD100 is a terrific value, it’s just a niche product and time will tell if it will find a place in the market and stay relevant :) thanks for watching!
@jasonbodden8816Ай бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial And speaking to that point, the AD100 because of its power class - and price point - SHOULD have been able to be used on camera as well.
@GaryHughesOfficialАй бұрын
@@jasonbodden8816 I think they already have an on-camera companion for this light in the V1. It's more than enough for most jobs as far as on camera flash goes (and it's cheap).
@MarathaRoyals2 жыл бұрын
Hello, thank you for the video. Does the existing remote of flashpoint work for XPLOR 100 TTL?
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Should do, yes
@HaimGreen2 жыл бұрын
How noticeable is the green cast on the AD100 pro? I’m thinking to buy one but this issue is very Bothering me..
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
I haven't noticed it at all showing up in my work, but that may be down to how I use it. I am aware that the color is slightly different than the AD200, but I mostly use it as a background light in the studio rather than a main light on the subject. When I have done so, it hasn't been a problem. My guess would be that you would notice a strange color shift if you mixed it with the AD200 to light a face, but I don't really use it that way.
@markelovett Жыл бұрын
Are you still using evolv 200 pros without modeling lights for headshots?
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Yep! Doing it today as a matter of fact
@markelovett Жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial I shot headshots for a long time without modeling lights too. On occasion it was too dark to focus properly, pupils were always large and black, and took some trial and error to get the light where I wanted it. Recently I decided to pick up a couple 400 pro’s for the modeling lights.
@RahulKumar-nh3wc Жыл бұрын
I'm just starting with Strobe photography, I am planning to get a v1 and 100 pro. do you think it's sufficient for doing outdoor portrait shoots, product photography?
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
I’ve done a lot more with less. I think they are a good pairing, but don’t skip over the AD200, they are twice the power for the same price. The AD100 is gonna be limited outside in the sun. Usable, yes, but limited. It’s really best for adding some light on an overcast day and as a second light inside.
@fotogmike58872 жыл бұрын
Which boom arm were you using to hold your softbox and flash in this video? I ask because all of the arms that I have found have the grip head welded to the end of the bar--so you can't slide the bar to adjust the distance between the modifier and the stand. Very nice video. Thanks very much!
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
It’s just a flashpoint C-stand kit with boom arm :)
@fotogmike58872 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Thanks, Gary!
@suziewolf49923 жыл бұрын
I have the round modifiers for my 200s will they work on this light? Also, any info on battery usage?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
No, I don't think so. You need the magnetic ones but Flashpoint sells a kit that has everything and it's not expensive.
@BryAndrewMarketing Жыл бұрын
I primarily shoot headshots and products with off camera flashes. Think these in a parabolic umbrella / softboxes would keep up with that?
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Probably fine for headshots, depending on how you shoot, but it would limit you severely in product photography where you often need to shoot at F11-F22. I would say (not having more details) that the AD200 would be a great option for you and just about the same price. Black Friday is about to happen and Adorama always has very good sales on their Flashpoint(Godox) gear.
@BryAndrewMarketing Жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial yea I thought about that last night. Great point. I also think since I shoot headshots on location and I’m used to using 600ws already, I don’t realize overhead lights and window light because I always over power them. I would probably find myself frustrated with these 🤣 super cool and compact though! Love the idea of a simple set up.
@jasonbodden88163 жыл бұрын
My problem with this is almost nobody wants to go outdoors and shoot f/16 so you need to show how it would fare shooting at wide apertures like 1.2, 1.4, 2 and 2.8, since that's the trend and what most people want to know.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That’s an interesting idea, but that doesn’t demonstrate the power of the light against full sun. Now the effect would have been the same with a 6 or 8 stop ND filter and you get your wide open lens right there :) Using the flash at its extreme limit demonstrates that it could function well below those limits too, right? Thanks for watching
@jasonbodden88163 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Well, of course, but things change when you use larger double diffused modifiers and all that. Don’t get me wrong, this has its place but it will definitely struggle for certain things. Like HSS. Or if you happen to leave your ND filter home you have little hope of managing bright sunlight unless you stop down to small apertures. I prefer the peace of mind of more power regardless. But the AD100 can definitely work for a lot of people whose needs aren’t too intense. It’ll be good to have but for me hardly as a main light outdoors in full sun. I’d more use this in less intense conditions like closer to sunset or night time, or indoors, or in the shade. Ridiculous price point, though, when the AD200Pro is a few dollars more.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I do see your point, and I agree (as I said in the video) that this is probably best as a small carry option for mostly available light photographers or a background light. Since recording this I have used it in my studio and on location at a wedding and it is more than up to the challenge for a lot of different jobs when you want to keep your gear compact.
@jasonbodden88163 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Yeah. It definitely has its advantages.
@tedboatsman930710 ай бұрын
Have they fixed the green tint issue? Tks.
@GaryHughesOfficial10 ай бұрын
I don't know, actually. I don't know if something that they can fix with a firmware update, more of a hardware issue. In the next version I sure hope they do!
@tedboatsman930710 ай бұрын
Thank you. I'm hearing that the new generation has the tint corrected. We will see as I ordered one. Great review! @@GaryHughesOfficial
@GaryHughesOfficial10 ай бұрын
Thanks! I’ll be picking one up myself if that’s the case!
@chrisjohnsonfilms8 ай бұрын
@@tedboatsman9307was it fixed?
@jasonbodden8816Ай бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Not a software issue, it's actually the tint on the lens itself. Supposedly, Godox has corrected it with later ones.
@gregorysargeant63053 жыл бұрын
Godox is always in my pocket but for $29. more the Ad200pro is the way to go but I do like the 100 form factor, if it was $225. no brainer.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I would like to see it a little cheaper as well. At $229 they wouldn't be able to keep them in stock.
@gregorysargeant63053 жыл бұрын
Gary Hughes....An you know on Black Friday it maybe $279. :(
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I bet you they put out a two light kit for $400
@gregorysargeant63053 жыл бұрын
Gary Hughes....Nice!
@cristianperaltafoto3 жыл бұрын
are you professional photographer?
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed, for 15 years now :)
@cristianperaltafoto3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial yeahhh you say it couple times on the video.
@miket.19333 жыл бұрын
Why is every youtuber from the USA assuming that their audience is US only? There is no Adorama in Europe. Outside the US there is no sense in buying Flashpoint instead of Godox.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That’s a fair point, and something to consider. That being said, 90% of my views are from the US and the equipment was provided by Adorama for this video. It’s a good thing to keep in mind moving forward, though.
@FanaticDrummer3 жыл бұрын
Because KZfaq will recommend videos that are regionally based first to that demographic. Duh. Why would someone in the US cater to those outside the US? Makes no sense because theres too many variables to cover. I dont see any Euro youtubers gearing videos towards the US when they’re reviewing EU based gear lol Your attempt to feel excluded is due to flawed logic. If you dont grasp simple social media marketing strategies pushed by youtube, you wouldn’t grasp the difference between the gear either lol If you dont want to buy Flashpoint get the Godox chinese version which is global. Theres a solution to your complaining.
@samcoleman8275 Жыл бұрын
Its a great light, too high a price and it is more practical to buy an extra TT600 flash. it the flash was under $200 it would be a no brainer.
@GaryHughesOfficial Жыл бұрын
Good news is that it has been. Long enough where they go on sale pretty regularly now :) thanks for watching
@terrellcwoods3 жыл бұрын
Gary, I'm that idiot who bought the Canon 600 rt at the height of its $$$. Anyway, does Godox work with the Canon trigger? (ste3) I use my lights (Canon & Yongnuo) as remotes, but I wouldn't mind a bit more power so I'm interested even more in that brick-shaped one you showed. You said you'd do the research, I'm too tired to Google it🤣
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
No you gotta get a Godox trigger, but they are $60 I think. Check out the Flashpoint gear on Adorama, the Evolv 200 is just the best damn thing going, I have 3 of them and use them for everything on location. I used the 600rts, great Speedlites , used the hell out of them. First flashes to include built in wireless, broke the mold and started it all :)
@terrellcwoods3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Thanks for the research. My 600's are still kickn', basically just talking about that Canon price hit. BTW looking forward to your Canon webinar tomorrow. Have a good show.
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@johnkelliher42929 ай бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial Hi Garry, I only have canon speed-lights but on a summer day I find on full power I have a very slow recycle time for weddings where you need to have a fast turnaround between family shots Bride & Groom etc, would you recommend the AD100 for off camera ?, Thanks John
@jackofallcreators22243 жыл бұрын
If this was maybe $199 it would be an easy grab
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I bet it will drop in price or have a good sale before too long.
@keithwhitephotography34953 жыл бұрын
Nobody puts baby in the corner! 😅
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
That’s true
@intrinsicimagery2 жыл бұрын
It sucks. Over heats really easily.
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
Hmm, haven't had that experience myself, but I'm sorry that you have. To be fair, I use it mostly as a back light on relatively low power. Maybe they will iron out some bugs in the next version.
@intrinsicimagery2 жыл бұрын
@@GaryHughesOfficial The AD200 Pro is so far superior in every regard for $50 bucks more. I own five of them for weddings and studio use. Main light is the AD300 Pro, which is fantastic even in the Arizona midday sun. Also: For your travel kit, try the new Glow ParaSnap. So compact and easy to travel with. Really like your channel. Taylor sent me!
@GaryHughesOfficial2 жыл бұрын
THanks, JJ! I own six AD200s, a 300, and a 400. The 100 is definitely a niche tool, not really a great tool as a main light on a serious shoot. In a pinch, it's a great help for natural light photographers looking for a light kit with versatile modifiers. I have maintained since it came out that the price is too high, though. Seth from Adorama told me about the ParaSnap, I am gonna give them a look. At the moment, I need more gear like I need a hole in my shoe, but what the heck! Thanks for watching :)
@raymondpan26133 жыл бұрын
B&H is BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!
@GaryHughesOfficial3 жыл бұрын
The good news is, Raymond, is that we live in a world where you get to choose the store you shop at. Enjoy!
@Lucy-dk5cz9 ай бұрын
Ad200pro does not offer twice as much light. Things are not that simple. You need to check yourself before trying to educate others. Misleading at best.
@GaryHughesOfficial9 ай бұрын
You are correct, it’s not exactly twice as much light. But in the real world it’s pretty darn close. Not to mention the battery lasts twice as long, so in more than one way, it does. If anyone wanted to watch a video on watt seconds versus actual output, they aren’t gonna get it on my channel :) incidentally, I am a big fan of the 100, but out of the box with no accessories (fresnel heads), the 200 meters at F22 while the 100 meters at F16. Twice the power. I wish you the very best in all your endeavors!