Wireless flash triggers
I'm looking for a wireless flash trigger to go with my Nikon Z6ii. I was interested in the Godox X2T, plus the X1R receiver for my SB-700 flash. This was partly because Godox items are stocked by photographic retailers, which gave me a little more confidence in them. Then I saw that the X1R is not so readily available and one retailer said it was being discontinued.
A friend (who uses Canon) recommended the Yongnuo YN-622N system. That looks ok, but is mainly sold via Amazon and, although I think it's compatible with the Z series cameras, none of the sellers say so (and don't answer enquiries).
Although I'm in the UK, I went on B&H's online chat - they sell both Godox and Yongnuo - and they confirmed the Yongnuo system is compatible with the Z6ii but went on to say that the Godox system is much better (without specifying why). There's not a huge difference in price.
So, is the Godox system better in general and on Nikons in particular? Should I grab a X1R-N before they sell out? (I know in future I could buy Godox flashes with integral receiver).
Any thoughts gratefully received, particularly if you have experience of both systems.
Philip.
A friend (who uses Canon) recommended the Yongnuo YN-622N system. That looks ok, but is mainly sold via Amazon and, although I think it's compatible with the Z series cameras, none of the sellers say so (and don't answer enquiries).
Although I'm in the UK, I went on B&H's online chat - they sell both Godox and Yongnuo - and they confirmed the Yongnuo system is compatible with the Z6ii but went on to say that the Godox system is much better (without specifying why). There's not a huge difference in price.
So, is the Godox system better in general and on Nikons in particular? Should I grab a X1R-N before they sell out? (I know in future I could buy Godox flashes with integral receiver).
Any thoughts gratefully received, particularly if you have experience of both systems.
Philip.
Quote:I'm looking for a wireless flash trigger to go with my Nikon Z6ii. I was interested in the Godox X2T, plus the X1R receiver for my SB-700 flash.
Can you tell us what you want to achieve?
The SB700 works wirelessly anyway - though it is expensive to get it off the hot shoe using Nikon accessories.
While it is primarily "line of sight" for maximum range, line of sight is not essential if you accept a reduced range.
Quote:Can you tell us what you want to achieve?
At this stage, it's really to use my SB-700 flash to one side rather than on the camera. I don't want to use a wired system because it's often in a cramped space and easy to trip over the wire and topple the tripod. Later I may add another flash or two.
Yes, the cost of doing this using Nikon kit is a lot more than for the Godox or Yongnuo systems. The camera manual says I would need the WR-R10 remote, although this seems to have been replaced by the WR-R11b now. The WR-R11b costs about £150. I also think that, if I went with Godox or Yongnuo, it would give me the option of buying their flashes (with built-in receivers) in future, rather than expensive Nikon ones.
Having read about this topic over the last week or two, it seems that many people use the third party triggers. So I think I'm going to go that way, but wanted to get the views of Ephotozine members who have experience of Godox and Yongnuo. I finally got a reply from a Yongnuo supplier on Amazon this morning; they completely ignored my question so now I'm not confident about their after-sales service!
Quote: Yes, the cost of doing this using Nikon kit is a lot more than for the Godox or Yongnuo systems. The camera manual says I would need the WR-R10 remote, although this seems to have been replaced by the WR-R11b now.
You are right on price.
Possibly the best Nikon option is the even more expensive SU-800 (without the rest of the macro flash kit) which can independently control 3 Nikon flash units.
I use either the SU-800 as part of the macro flash system or a 20 year old SC-17 cable that cost a lot less than the current around £99 when I bought it.
Sorry - I have not used any Godox or Yongnuro equipment.
i use the Godox 860 (for Fuji) and it works brilliantly on and off camera The controls on the cobra head are a bit difficult to master, but i got there in the end. The control unit X2T is simple to use and understand. A newer version now exists with the screen angled for easier reading. 3 other members of our club have the same system and we sometimes use them together for multi flash setups outdoors.
the same controller also controls the Godox studio flash heads we use for indoor portrait work. Highly recommended.
the same controller also controls the Godox studio flash heads we use for indoor portrait work. Highly recommended.
