Godox TT685 II Review | Is This Better Than The Godox V1 | Entry Level Speedlight

Pergear sent me the Godox TT685II Speedlight for Review. In this review I tell you what's new and compare it to the Godox V1

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[chrisforemanphoto]

only 3 seconds in and i must say this is LIT BEAUTIFULLY KING. keep it up!

[lisasleck]

I just want to say, huge thank you I am only just dipping into flash/speedlights so this video helped me a lot as the Godox TT685 II seems to be the main contender!

[Joseph-iuip]

I really prefer the AA battery flash. I don’t use rechargeable batteries in them as they won’t last as long as or have the power of regular batteries. I just keep a stack of AAs at the ready. This is definitely a flash unit I’ll be checking out. Thanks for the info.

[shaw]

Thank you for a well made and lucid episode on these Godox lights.

[nelmar]

Excellent review. I use Nikon flashes, but I keep them as keepsakes—still expensive and there is not doubt about their quality. But, I’ll get a Godox in case. As inexpensive as
Godox flashes are, It won’t break me if the Godox kisses concrete or drowns in a lake. Great review!

[natachamurphy]

Yes Hubby and I love the V1 for its roundness, modelling light and the attachments. Sadly not used it much this year since I have been taking photos outside but you have just given me lots of ideas on situations I could use it!!!! Thanks.

[Timothy-NH]

I've been using 3 SB800s and an SB900 with the Pocket Wizard TT%/TT1 system. Well, I got a Nikon Z7ii and learned quickly that the TT5 system because unusable unless I wanted to spend $500 on a different controller. So, let's see, $500 to keep using my very old flashes, or $516 for 4, brand new TT685ii flashes. Yup, bought the new flashes and have now used them for 2 events, and I am very pleased with them.
My typical setup: 1 on camera bracket (Digital Pro-M from Custom Brackets with the Nikon SC-29 cable) set for TTL and 2 or 3 flashes on stands set at 1/4 power.

[jhenry]

Have both Godox Tt685c version 1 and Flashpoints Zoom, I myself take the TT685 with me more than my round head because the square head fits in my camera sling bag better when I travel light. A much needed improvement with the hot-shoe release and the interface. Definitely going with the upgrade. Thank you.

[agnethaladuff]

Cool Godox TT685 II Speedlight review. It does have a nice locking mechanism and nice brightness.

[BURTBROWN]

You make some very good points on the Number One version!!! I personally hate double A batteries BUT if you run out for forget you can find them at almost any store!!! The rechargeable one is like you said, you better have a couple - like you would your regular camera's battery. That little extra "focus light" on the One could be very handy for some. You did a great wrap-up on spending a little more to begin with for a longer lasting, better quality product... I intended to go with one of the UNPRONOUNCEABLE cheaper brands, but this convinced me!!!!

[aniljoglekar]

This video have given a lot of info about the godox flash.. Thanks for sharing...

[pauldanesi]

Since I mostly do sports and wildlife, flash photography is a huge void in my portfolio. Your video planted a few seeds in my mind for future use. Basic flash concepts would be a welcome area of interest for me. Keep the great videos coming.

[carlmcneill]

I have 2 685 lights. One is for Canon and the other is for Nikon. I also have a 24" collapsible softbox and the 48" octobox. The octobox is a pain to put up and take down. There's an umbrella type version that costs more that I think I'm going to buy in its place. I bought Panasonic rechargeable AA batteries for my first speed light. I like the fact that if they run down I can always go to a store and buy AA batteries. Even at a gas station. The recycle time may not be as fast but I don't shoot that fast anyway. I recently bought the AD200 pro. I have not used it yet. And I bought the Gary Fong lightsphere. I have used it once at an indoor shoot where I didn't have room for a softbox and it works pretty well.

[apstudios]

Thanks Ryan. Like I need another speedlight I want this. Great review.

[visionz_n_media]

Godox/Flashpoint make great products. Those speed lights definitely do come in hand. I have a couple pb960 battery packs that I power mine with to eliminate the need to swap batteries. Great video as always.

[stephenelderphoto]

Thanks for a really clear review Ryan. I think I’ll go with the V1 since it was my original choice. So much for looking for a cheaper option 😀

[GLENNMPHOTOGRAPHY]

Sorry for my ignorance about flash photography but is this model comes with HSS ?

[lecouriellecouriel]

Does the new version of the tt685 have a green cast like some Godox flashes?

In fact I'm wondering if the old version had a green cast also.
I hesitate between tthe old and the new version. The new has a 2.5mm jack while the old one had a 3.5mm one.
I'm used to 3.5mm jacks...

[bobrosberg]

Thanks so much for your video. You absolutely answered my thoughts; should I upgrade from my 685 for a V1. Now I don't think so. Don't get me wrong, if I didn't have a flash, I would opt for the V1. But I have a perfectly working 685, so unless someone gifts me with a V1.... Thanks again)))

[jmchristian]

Does Godox have their own radio triggering devices for multiple flashes? Wasn't sure if Nikon did for their new flash which I believe does. Also does Nikon SB910 work on new mirrorless cameras?