Fuji finally gets the best Flash ever! V860II and TT685 Speedlight review and Godox X1 overview

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V860II-F : http://amzn.to/2wkai5i TT685F : http://amzn.to/2gl3bRb X1T-F : http://amzn.to/2x7tjJb instagram/twitter: @robhallphoto Photography Gear Chat FB Group: http://bit.ly/2pRBVRY V860IIF Description Power, speed, and integrated radio transmission make the VING V860IIF TTL Li-Ion Flash Kit from Godox a hard-to-beat option for your Fujifilm cameras. Fully compatible with TTL systems, the V860IIF supports many advanced functions and features. Also, it features the Godox 2.4GHz X wireless radio system which provides both master and slave TTL functionality with a range of up to 328'. On top of this, the flash is powerful and versatile, featuring a guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 200mm along with a zoom range of 20-200mm, which can be expanded to 14mm with the use of the pull-out panel. And, this flash runs off a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack, that ensures fast recharge and long-lasting shoots. For general operation, the V860IIF features full bounce flash capabilities, including tilting from -7 to 90° and rotation left and right 180°. As a TTL-compatible unit, this flash offers support for high-speed sync, flash exposure compensation, 1st and 2nd curtain sync, and much more. Additionally, it can function as an optical master or slave unit if needed. The Godox 2.4GHz X wireless radio system has an impressive range of 328' along with the ability to choose between 32 channels and set up three groups. The system is compatible with Godox's X series or transmitters for more advanced functionality and setups. A powerful guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 200mm ensures your subjects are properly illuminated. A zoom range of 20-200mm, as well as a wide-angle panel that supports 14mm, ensures maximum compatibility with a range of lenses and shooting styles. The flash head can tilt from -7 to 90° and rotate 180° both left and right for full bounce capabilities. Optical wireless transmission is available with access to four channels and three groups as well as a range of up to 49'. An AF assist light is present with a range of 2-32.8'. This flash supports various functions, including multi flash, high-speed sync, 1st and 2nd curtain sync, flash exposure compensation, and more. The 11.1V, 2000mAh Li-ion polymer battery pack included with the flash will provide recharge times of faster than 1.5 seconds and approximately 650 full-power flashes. In addition to the hot shoe and wireless triggering, the V860IIF offers a 2.5mm sync port for a wired connection to a camera or receiver. A micro-USB port is available for installing firmware updates. Godox X1 Enjoy TTL-enabled and reliable wireless flash by picking up the X1T-F TTL Wireless Flash Trigger Transmitter from Godox. This 2.4 GHz system is compatible with Fujifilm cameras and flashes that support TTL for automatic exposure and metering, making it an excellent choice for shooters who need to work quickly. It also has an outstanding range of 328' and can be set to one of 32 channels for limiting interference with other nearby systems. Another huge benefit is the ability to control up to five groups at a time, or set the unit to ratio flash mode for three groups with varying power relative to one another. Users will have access to many settings through the backlit LCD and can make adjustments to settings such as sync delay and triggering modes. Also, through TTL compatibility the system will support high-speed sync, flash exposure compensation, and flash exposure lock, among other settings. Beyond this, users will be able to easily mount their flash to the transmitter's top hot shoe, or you can connect a studio strobe via the PC sync terminal on the receiver or PC sync terminal on the transmitter. Additionally, it runs on two AA batteries and has a micro-USB port for firmware updates. TT865F Description With full support for Fujifilm TTL, including high-speed sync, and a built-in 2.4GHz radio system, the Godox TT685F Thinklite TTL Flash will make it easy to create both simple and elaborate lighting setups. When mounted on camera, it is an effective lighting tool with a powerful guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 200mm, a zoom range of 20-200mm, and the ability to tilt from -7 to 90° and rotate 360°. As a TTL-capable unit, the TT685F can also operate as a full wireless master or slave unit with TTL functionality. All Product Descriptions from B&H; Photo Video