Yongnuo (Page 3): I wanted some remote-settable flashes to use with my new (to me) Olympus OMD EM1. Got a pair of the Yongnuo 560-IVs plus the wireless remote power/zoom controller...

wrangler5 Loc: Missouri

I wanted some remote-settable flashes to use with my new (to me) Olympus OMD EM1. Got a pair of the Yongnuo 560-IVs plus the wireless remote power/zoom controller that goes on the camera plus a set of the wireless camera triggers for ~$200. Used, from B&H. One of the flashes was DOA so I sent it back and ordered a new one from Amazon (they had a lower price for earlier delivery than B&H.) But the new one from Amazon wouldn't fire reliably from the wireless remote (apparently a non-uncommon problem if you search for it online, but not one that I'd seen pop up in the reading I'd done on the flashes). So THAT one went back to Amazon. Ordered a second new one from Amazon and my system now works fine. If I had it to do over I'd probably just buy it all new and would still be under $250.

Bottom line - when you get units that work, they're a great bargain compared to the camera brand gear. Certainly not as solidly built, probably not as long-lasting, but for the price I found 'em hard to resist.

sirlensalot Loc: Arizona

I use 2 Yongnuo flashes. The 568II (for Canon) has proven itself to be a worthy investment. The 14YN ring flash is not used very much and has proven to have a very weak and problematic battery compartment door. Replacements are cheap and readily available, but the door design is poor. The flash works well. The 568 has e-ttl and hi-speed sync for less than $100.
If I wanted to go all manual on flashes, would go with either the Yongnuo 560 series or a close second would be the Sunpak 3600.

Bill_de Loc: US

Old Timer wrote:

I have used their flashes for about four years, I have two of them and one Canon 430ex and use the Yongnuo more than the Canon unless using all of them for a shoot. Not as well built as the Canon but for the price I can by two or three of the Yongnuo.

Why do you prefer using the Yongnuo over the Canon.

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photoman022 Loc: Manchester CT USA

I've used YN flashes for years and have had no problems with them. I've used their wireless remotes for flash for years and have had no problems with them. Get the picture?

LambertJooe Loc: napa

I have the YN560TX trigger and 5 Yongnuo flashes - three of which can be controlled by the YN560TX. Everything works great and is easy to work with. However, I am getting too old or too lazy to set it all up and no place for permanent installation.

Rich Maher Loc: Sonoma County, CA

I have 3 YNG flashes and the YN560TX flash controller and I love them.
I'm a Canon guy but I am on a fixed income and these seem to be just the ticket.
Good quality for an amazing price.

Chris T Loc: from England across the pond to New England

jam wrote:

Does anyone have experience with a Yongnou or a Godox flash with a Canon 5D MIV in a low light situation where you would need the AF Assist Beam?
If so do they work with the 5D MIV?
Thank you

JAM ... a suggestion for you ... you'd be much better advised to re-post this as a separate Topic Post ...

It's been my experience, very few people here read "between the lines" - if you get my drift ....

All they concern themselves with is answering the Topic Post (or the lead post) ... if you post again - further down .... NOBODY will see it ....

It's amazing, I know ... I read the entire thread ... but ... others - will skip right over it ... unless it specifically addresses THEM ... got me?

Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California

Bozsik wrote:

I have 7 flash heads of that brand and I use them a lot. Especially useful for high-speed captures and sipped stacking in close-ups.

Suppose to read speed stacking above.

I have a couple of Nikon speedlights, but purchasing Nikon speedlights @ $500/per when I could obtain all of the others for about the same price as one...easy choice.

jackm1943 Loc: Omaha, Nebraska

I recently purchased the YN-14 ring light and the YN-24 macro light. Haven't had too much experience with them yet, but I'm very pleased so far. I don't know how the construction compares with the Canon equivalents, but it appears to be more than adequate for my needs.

Dennis833 Loc: Australia

The Yongnuo flashes are very good and very cheap.

jam Loc: Beaufort, NC

Chris T wrote:

JAM ... a suggestion for you ... you'd be much bet... (show quote)

Thanks

Chris T Loc: from England across the pond to New England

jam wrote:

Thanks

V-man

Yes, I have had the YN-660 fully manual flash for almost a year now, with zero problems. With a GN of over 200, it pumps
out some serious light, and most of the time I am on 1/8th power or less. I also use the Yongnuo RF-603 flash triggers with equally
flawless performance. I've fired my flashes from well over 60 feet with no issues. And by using the 660 on reduced power, I get very short
flash bursts to help me in working close-in for the hummingbird photography I pursue.

Chris T Loc: from England across the pond to New England

V-man wrote:

Yes, I have had the YN-660 fully manual flash for almost a year now, with zero problems. With a GN of over 200, it pumps
out some serious light, and most of the time I am on 1/8th power or less. I also use the Yongnuo RF-603 flash triggers with equally
flawless performance. I've fired my flashes from well over 60 feet with no issues. And by using the 660 on reduced power, I get very short
flash bursts to help me in working close-in for the hummingbird photography I pursue.

Are those two Yongnuo's best units, V-Man? ... the YN-660 and their RF-603 flash trigger?

kb6kgx Loc: Simi Valley, CA

V-man wrote:

Yes, I have had the YN-660 fully manual flash for almost a year now, with zero problems. With a GN of over 200, it pumps out some serious light

Would this work with Nikon or is this a Canon number? I have a D7100 and the GN of 200 intrigues me. Presently I’m using an old Sunpak 555 GN 150 (at ASA 100) that I had used with my FE2. Want something a really high GN. It’d be nice if it was TTL but that’s not a must-have.