Like PocketWizard or It seems that Godox may be cutting a few corners on these flashes – namely the flash foot. The beam can be disabled using one of the the Custom Functions buttons. Second generation Sony bodys got support in a firmware update. If you already had the Sony HVL-F60M (I suggested Sony to provides one free & includes with flash). My son is a wedding photographer and has recently moved over to Sony mirrorless A9, A7, A7111 which he loves. Powered up a TT685S as wireless slave - got correct exposure on test shot but no red light. I just ordered a Godox TT685C for her camera. As you can deduct from the title, I'm having issues with the Godox V1 on my A7iii. This, again, the Canon 580EX II doesn’t have built TTL radio receiver. All old DSLR manufacturers flashes with IR-light has the same problem. The ~30-degree angle that the trigger sits at makes it easy to read while in use on a tripod, but also makes your overall camera package significantly larger — especially in the case of small mirrorless cameras. Godox have recently announced a firmware update for their great wireless triggers. Scott, Nissan only make vehicles & not flashes. I just got the TT685S. So far just picked up the TT685 S fas a test. I have to use kelvin 4600K and tweak the color balance chart to have useable (but not perfect) direct from camera photo. Bottom line, since Godox flashes are really cheap, I’d recommend buying a pair of Sony Godox flash if that’s what you need. Auto-Focus (AF) Assist . With great image quality, impressive speed and powerful features, it's a compelling option that doesn't require a monthly subscription. Many can’t afford these external battery packs anyway because they are over $600+. Reverse tilt of flash head for bouncing without head rotation 4. Would the Godox flash TT685S work with them? Flashes on camera (flash with adapter) In the Canon 600EX ii-RT the infrared AF-assist beam emitter sits behind the red panel. I have the Godox V860IIS flash and the XT1-S trigger on my A7RIII and the flash assist beam works after I upgraded the trigger and flash to the latest firmware. In terms of size and weight, the V1 weighs slightly less than the V860II at 530… I just acquired two TT600 manual flashes with wireless capability. Have’t tried it but I’d image that Optical Slave mode and Wireless are not compatible. You just to have to know how to set into Commander (Master) modes. Thanks for any info you have Brian or @ATG. • 1st Curtain Sync / 2nd Curtain Sync You have to go into the trigger menu and activate it under the new Fn10 position. So, it's not impossible... just weird. AF-assist beam: Yes Number of AF points supported: 1 AF-assist beam type: Infra-red Beam range: 0.6-10m at centre, 0.6 to 5m at periphery. 1. I've updated my XPro-S and the AF option is tagged on the end of the C-FN list with options for DSRL or MILC. I’m planning to order a few more as well as a couple AD600 Witstros. Any ideas ? 1) it is used with an E-mount zoom lens For the life of me, I cannot get the AF assist beam to illuminate, which means that I can't use the flash effectively when I need it most -- in very low- to zero-light situations. * ATG/CheetahLight/Godox/Neewer’s X1Ts (radio transmitter) on adapter Short press the button and choose CH to set the channel value. I have a TT685S that I’m using with a new 6500. have you heard any issues with v860iiS staying seated in the hot-shoe ? It won't work if you use, say, an HVL-F60M either, which has an IR assist. With the adapter, then the answer is Yes it will work with your flash. Try setting Flash Mode to Fill Flash with the master in the hotshoe and the slave off-camera. I know TT685s can control them wirelessly but does this make the whole set TTL? Yes. Can I expect these two flashes to be able to trigger each other wirelessly, I.e. Hopefully Godox will be able to develop the firmware 'fix' for this. Exposure X6 is the latest Adobe Lightroom competitor from Exposure Software. With the release of the HVL-45RM and HVL-60RM, Sony added an LED AF assist on the flashes, which the camera will trigger. The Godox TT685s is a quadbrid flash (radio/IR/Si/S2) Is it comparable to HVL-F60M? Godox X2T-S TTL Wireless Flash Trigger for Sony, Bluetooth Connection, 1/8000s HSS, 5 Separate Group Buttons, Relocated Control-Wheel, New Hotshoe Locking, New AF Assist Light $59.00 (171) • Large LCD Screen Godox has reverse engineered this signal and if you use the X1T-S transmitter, the red AF assist grid will work. What's the best camera for shooting landscapes? Sigma's 35mm F2 DG DN designed specifically for mirrorless cameras is a compact, well-built lens that produces lovely images. Nope. I’m more concerned about reliability and simplicity of use on a7III, a7rII or a7rIII cameras than about output power. Has to be a defect. The fact that the Opteka's assist light works for some combinations is mostly confusing, but, since the behavior did change between the A7 and A7II we know that Sony had some awareness about flash-based assist lamp issues. Good point. Could I use the Goddox Flashes with a different transmitter? Shooting in low lighting is very important for wedding photographers either in the church during the ceremony or at the wedding reception. I’m from Brazil and I’ve an sony Alpha A57 and a flash Sony HVL-F60M (with the adapter on the camera). * Sony ADP-AMA Adapter on Minolta, Minolta/Sony’s hotshoe Think of it as your cameras built in orange AF-assist on steroids. 3) the built-in wide panel is not pulled. Another reader was able to get the foot replaced by the eBay seller. Sony’s radio controller won’t work with the HVL-f60M anyway – only the RM. So do not use ATG/Nissin/Quantum battery pack or shoot many in HSS. The go to that I am seeing is a Godox flash with a Flashpoint trigger. Auto zoom works only when you have a supported E-mount zoom lenses. I am unsure between this Godox or a Sony HVL-F43M. Could it be an AF-C vs AF-s deal? The XPro trigger is quite a bit sexier than the X1T with its angled design and large LCD screen. Its not really about A-mount lenses, its about the MILC sensor. Hello sir, can you please sugges me what to buy. Have they changed this in the 3rd gen models? It has a PC Sync Socket while the Sony has none & overheat very quickly. Godox TT685S Flash kits for Sony Mirrorless Cameras– Available on eBay& Amazonare the latest TTL HSS flash system to support Sony cameras with Multi-Interface hotshoe. But if you are shooting in a studio and have other Minolta or Sony’s flashes, you can do only ATG IR ADI TTL up to 10 meters. The fact that the LA-EA2 and LA-EA4 use A57 AF modules means that Sony should have enabled AF assist with (D)SLR flashes from day 1 when these adapters are in use. At the moment all transmitters will not do passthru ATG ADI TTL. I have found the same with my A9 and Flashpoint versions (TTL R2 Mini and Zoom TTL R2)    (Yes, latest firmware on the flashes!). This flash is compatible with a sony alpha 380, thanks. Hey Brian, I’m using the sony A6000 is there a reason why when I set my flash mode to wireless on my camera I can’t shoot in manual mode with the flash. Unlike a dSLR, where there are separate sensor arrays for autofocus and exposure metering, a mirrorless camera has the main image sensor do all three duties: take the image, perform metering, and perform autofocus. My concern about the Godox is the plastic hot shoe mount. Hi Brian, thanks for taking the time to read my inquiry… I have a Godox TT350s and A6300 and my wife has a Canon 5D Mk3. High speed sync (HSS): Yes Second-curtain flash sync: Yes Modelling flash: Yes (fired with camera’s depth-of … What flash mode should I set my a7Riii to? So i bought it, and while the flash is great, I can't seem to enable the AF-assist beam. You can use HVL-F60M (Commander-on camera) then set TT685s into ATG Wireless IR TTL to get ATG ADI TTL. PERIOD. Third generation bodys seems to have it already from day one. The traditional AF assist beams are IR-based wavelengths and MILC sensors have an IR filter. 5. 1. Sony of course got the same problem with the old DSLR flashes and with the rather recent HVL-F45RM and 60 they went the same way with white LEDs for video and AF-assist. Stick to one brand. The unit I ordered off eBay to test has not shown up yet. 3. Yes. This is because all Sony flashes do not have wireless radio receiver built into the flash. i can only use it off-camera now. Hi Brian, Does the TT685s work with the A9?. I’d personally rather get the Sony HLV60FM for my OCF / fill light over the Godox V860ii….but is it possible to use the Sony OCF to trigger the AD200s with TTL/HSS or am I forced to go with the V860ii? The belief is that since the AF is performed at the sensor, the AF assist beam would never be seen by the AF system due to the filter. 1/10 stop output control 9. Fujifilm's latest X-S10 is a likeable mirrorless camera with some of the company's best tech packed inside, and it doesn't cost the earth. Btw, curious if you prefer the Nissin flashes or the Godox now? We've combed through the options and selected our two favorite cameras in this class. Some models require you to use a soldering gun. This system will work fully with camera Sony NEX-7 + ADP-AMA shoe adaptor? Sorry for my bad eng. Actually I am not using it because the low light AF is quite good and I am shooting basically only fill flash. Hello, The preflash is off on my 685S when i shoot in rear curtain mode (choosen on camera-Sony A77II ) and that makes my flash and camera faster to shoot the next picture. It looks like you can replace the whole part with 4 screws and I read a couple people on forums buying the part needed on eBay. So I chose MILC, made sure the AF switch on the side of the XPro-S was On and pointed my A7R III under my desk - nothing. My problem with Sony. Hi Brian. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. When the camera cannot focus, the AF assist beam will turn on; when the camera can focus, the AF assist beam will turn off. just upgraded firmware to 1.3 as well, but same issue. I could well have turned that off. 1- does the X1T-S will trigger wirelessly my HVL-f60m off-camera without any receiver attached to the flash? Brian, problem solved! I can shoot Manual with flash when camera mode is on M A good answer, ATG. I keep hearing conflicting reports on the X1Pro-S. Nope. If you’re using a7 Mark II or III go with Sony HVL-F45RM. The two LED modelling lights on the round head will change into a single LED. Power Switch of AF Assist Beam Channel Setting 1. And Godox's AF assist may be modelled after Canon's. I have enabled the AF assist light on the camera, and that does work, but is a rather noticeable orange light. * Adapter on camera (at least the pure IR ones). * Now you can shoot by wireless IR (infrared/line-of-site only) with I’m having problems with mine! 3.Only used with SLR cameras (such as a99,a77II), the AF assist lamp in X1T-S/TT685-S will be on automatically. Thanks. Now, on the flash itself, HSS is enabled, but on my camera the only time when HSS is showing up as an icon on my camera is when I set my flash to wireless mode. DPreview reported that they found out in their test that current Nikon flashes don't have a working AF-assist light on the Z6/7, and we know why. New G Master Lens in the DPREVIEW TV Nikon Z7II Vid, Serious bummer with a tamron 17-28. Can i use this hotshoe adapter, Pixel TF-335 HotShoe Adapter for Sony Old Flash to New Multi-Interface Camera. Ok looks like I would have to sell it and exchange for godox speedlite. Remove flash from camera- ATG wireless IR S2. The traditional AF assist beams are IR-based wavelengths and MILC sensors have an IR filter. I've updated my XPro-S and the  AF option is tagged on the end of the C-FN list with options for DSRL or MILC. This is a bit of a shock. All of them, including Sony, have a flash foot made mostly plastic. • External High Voltage Battery Port, Sony a7, a7R, a7S, a7II, a7RII, a7SII, a6300, a6000, a5100, a5000, NEX-6, a99, a77II, a68, a58, RX1, RX1R, RX1R II, RX10, RX10 II, RX10 III, RX100 II, Pingback: Godox Announces Sony X1S TTL Flash Triggers and Flashes April 2, 2016, […] Godox TT685S Flash Kits for Sony Mirrorless Cameras […], The A7II has a “x-sync speed of 1/250th”. Thanks. Slide the power switch to ON, and the AF lighting is allowed to output. However, when I set to fill flash, it then can be used in manual mode. I am more curios why neither the AF-assist light on the camera body or the white LED on the flash only work in AF-S and not AF-C mode, but I have found that old DSRLs seems to have the same function here. I am a Sony A77 Mk1 owner. Would value your advice. Thanks to share this blog in which you discuss a new technology Flash Kits. I’d recommend that you instead select Aperture Priority as your shooting mode. I'll wait a few hours until it's properly dark here and try again. I have some question How to turn pre-flash off ? As an event photographer, this is extremely important to me. I actually don't have issues focusing in low light with Sony bodies and never really missed the AF assist beam. 2- I only need to put my HVL-f60m on slave mode on the same channel that my trigger? 3 conditions to use the auto zoom flash: Yongnuo is much cheaper than godox speedlite. Can you help please? What is major difference between the two? The V860II-S provide both Radio Master and Slave modes, as well as Sony Optic Wireless Master and Slave modes. It is likely they disabled the AF assist lamp signal from the camera intentionally to avoid support requests saying "Why doesn't my flash's AF beam seem to actually improve AF speed on my mirrorless body?????". From my understanding you are fully correct and this is not a new problem for Sony only, it has been around for 10 years since the Panasonic G1 came out as the worlds first mirrorless system camera. * Avoid shooting much in portrait modes. Will the be compatible? But, does it improve your low light AF acquisition, and does it blind your subjects? I use A-mount so I can't test it, but if anyone here has the XPro-S and updates the firmware you should be able to test to see if the AF Assist light turns on. I tested it at WPPI and instantly became worried. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Again, this flash and well as Nissin (ATG) are better bang for the money. Love the X1 transmitter too. Remove flash from camera- ATG wireless IR S1 * ATG Tribrid TTL radio switching. As master unit TT 685 S can control Sony flashes…. The Godox V1 was originally shown with a new LED AF-assist illuminator. Long story short I set the off camera flash to optical slave mode (red screen with the flash icon on the top left corner) and the on camera flash to optical master. But Godox uses plastic that’s much more brittle than the plastic used by Sony. I will try this out tonight. My impact remotes work on the rear setting with my old Nikon flashes, Q Flash and Lumedyne, but I am looking to have a speedlight that does HSS as well. Hi Bryan, as I observed in eBay specs for godox tt685s Sony a7m2 is not included in the compatibility of the said flash..only a7r, a77, a7r2 and a6000 only. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Godox X1T-S I-TTL 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger Transmitter for Sony DSLR Cameras ... was intended for a working event photographer like myself but it was reliable while it lasted and it does emit an ir af assist beam to help you focus fast. The Nikon version uses Nikon flash protocols – not Sony. DPReview Readers' Choice Awards 2020: Product of the Year, Gear of the Year: Carey's choice - Sony a9 II, The top 10 most popular cameras of 2020 (according to our Instagram). Have your say: Best gear of 2020 - winners and final vote! Page 6: Power Switch/Of Af Assist Beam Setting the Transmitter Setting the Transmitter Power Switch Mode Settings 1. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for travel and recommended the best. I had Sony Hvl-f60m flash and to use it for off flash I need to buy the Sony trigger or another Sony flash as controller. 2. Just remember these flashes, except ATG’s, like the Canon 580EX II/600EX-RT/600, Nikon SB-800/900/910 are not built for the working professionals. In general, SLR-style AF assists don't seem to work for mirrorless. The flash works perfectly and just the foot cracked. In this video, Raph Nogal demonstrates the Autofocus Assist beam on the new Profoto A1X light for Sony. I have the latest firmware ver 1.8. I don't know why Sony messed this up, and I really don't know why they refuse to fix it, other than maybe more of trying to push people away from A mount lenses. Curious after trial and errors with other flashes. Sony MIS (Sony’s crappy hotshoe) = direct fits I see new firmware for the various TT350s too. 'What's the best mirrorless camera?' Godox TT685S Flash kits for Sony Mirrorless Cameras – Available on eBay & Amazon are the latest TTL HSS flash system to support Sony cameras with Multi-Interface hotshoe. 2. LED modeling lamp 11. many thanks Brian for your quick reply! Bear in mind that the faster you go the more flash output you clip, meaning the flash exposure is greatly reduced at 1/8000 but not at 1/320, etc…. The Reason & Solution of Not Triggering in Godox 2.4G Wireless Slide the AF-assist beam switch to ON, and the AF lighting is allowed to output. Will the Godox system allow wireless rear/second curtain flash? 4. Only by wireless IR TTL but not wireless ATG ADI TTL radio flashes. Only the ATG’s will have the following which not available from anyone. can’t find much info online about connection issues. A7R2 with SEL2470Z and a number of adapted lenses (Canon FD, Minolta AF, Canon EF, Leica, Nikon...); NEX-7 converted to IR. Yes, but no. If they do, they only set it into very low power for catch lighting or for flashing a Remote (Slave flash) under wireless IR flashes in TTL or manual flashes. The Godox likely looks for the new signal type and fires its non-IR visible AF assist beam, etc. Why all this massive chroma/luminance noise A7RIII? After feedback from photographers at WPPI, Godox will be going back to the red AF Assist Light for the V1, which is apparently performing better than the white one shown in the prototype. ATG’s Godox TTxxx, are not made for serious amateurs. there’s no display on the LCD or power is not working. All I really need is to get full control of the flash wirelessly via the x1t-s, i.e ettl, hss and manual control. I’ve got 2 of that flash and trying to figure it out but doesn’t seem successful. Just be sure to update to the latest camera firmware. It works intermittently (most of the time not). Cheers, Without a hotshoe, there is no way to connect this flash. The back of the trigger also protrudes far enough that you bang your forehead on it each time you bring the camera to your eye.Overall, th… When detached from the camera, I can switch modes file. Something inside the lens moving around. Slide the AF-assist beam switch to ON, and the AF lighting is allowed to output. Free shipping on many items | … Focussing in the dark with Sony E-mount - Godox X1T-S - game changer? Is compatible with my a7m2?. Same with Olympus flashes (which are often the exact same unit but with another name and model number). Do you have any idea about it? The best high-end camera costing more than $2000 should have plenty of resolution, exceptional build quality, good 4K video capture and top-notch autofocus for advanced and professional users. I think AF Assist also needs to be enabled on the camera body menu, so check that out too. I really value your opinions, they always seem spot on! HSS will sync to max shutter speed of camera. I bought the V1 because it is -supposedly - the only flash from Godox at the moment that enables the AF-assist beam. I already raised the same question to Godox but I had no answer for now. 3. (Then just leave it on), Hi Brian, Wrote to Godox directly but their email response has been lacking. I much prefer the Godox interface and 1/3 stop settings and other features better. Flashpoint TT685S or GODOX TT685S. While the body of the flash feels equally as well made as the V860II, a few notable things have changed for the better. I’m looking for a trigger to use my HVL-f60m off-camera, triggering it by radio/wireless. Hi guys! High resolution, weather-sealed bodies and wide dynamic range are all important. It’s compatible with all Sony cameras that have a Multi Interface shoe. I need an on camera flash for event photography that has a working AF-Assist beam. I searched and found nothing. Experienced flash photographers do not like use on camera flash. Turn the select dial to choose the appropriate channel. Hello Brian we are confused. For this reason, I don't think Godex can AF-assist. I used the Godox V1 at a wedding this weekend...I had no idea that AF assist beam works with this thing because I shoot AF-C. Long press the button and the channel value will be chosen. That converts the old flashes to the new cameras. Now if you’re using a Godox trigger to fire both off-camera. You need the opposite. Powered up a TT685S as wireless slave - got correct exposure on test shot but no red light. Can i use Vello HSA-CSASM or Sony ADP AMA adapters with Sony a300 DSLR camera with Minolta Hot Shoe and pair these adapters with Godox X1 T-S trigger for TTL and HSS. You’d need to use a Sony ADP-AMA adapter or Vello HSA-CSASM Sony/Minolta to Sony Multi-Interface Shoe Adapter, Soory for disturbing again. Days later it might work without any problem, and is extremely sensitive to the on-camera flash even at great distances and from behind barriers. Hi Brian, I am thinking about TT685S flash as the second one (slave) having sony a7ii and sony flash Sony HVL-F43M connecting by Nissin Air receiver/trigger. HSS wastes LOTS of flash output – so it’s not suitable for bounce flash. They overheat & melt the fresnel lens when using the ATG Gold Elite Battery Pack/Quantum Turbo Battery. Hi Brian. I was 100% sure it will work as per description on ebay;) Am I still able to shoot in HSS? Clarification to my last post: By intermittent, I don’t mean that sometimes the receiver doesn’t “see” the on-camera flash, I mean it won’t work at all, even if I point the tt685s directly at the on-camera flash. As we press on with our full review, we've analyzed just how the Zeiss ZX1 stacks up in front of our standard studio test scene. Power Switch of AF Assist Beam Channel Settings 1. Switch-lock for securing to camera 5. Do you have any thoughts about the Nissin i40 vs Godox TT685S vs Metz mecablitz 44 AF-2? Find out in our field review. See for yourself how it performs. Next, check to make certain the settings are the same between cameras – particularly flash mode. I personally had a Nissan D700i and air commander and sold it. It is also difficult to turn with sweaty or cold fingers. • 3.5mm Sync Port This is great news! For the MILLIONTH time…off-camera focus assist beams result in inaccurate focus with on-chip AF sensors. Like all of Godox’s newer products, the build quality of this little flash is quite solid. Hi Jose, you will need to buy something like … http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=913655&gclid=CM-Hv6XIoc4CFddbhgodk3kPkQ&is=REG&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C92051677562%2C&A=details&Q=. Minolta, Minolta/Sony = need an adapter. Godox/Flashpoint wireless-enabled flashes and receivers will only work with Godox/Flashpoint triggers. Enter your email address to receive notifications of new posts by email. You must have a supported Remote flash to be able to shoot wirelessly. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for shooting landscapes, and recommended the best. He has contacted Hahnel who have confirmed that this kit is not compatible with his mirrorless cameras. All content, design, and layout are Copyright © 1998 - 2021 Digital Photography Review All Rights Reserved. I've tried contacting Godox, but their customer service seems to be somewhat worthless. • Flash Zoom 20 – 200mm With the hotshoe adapter i will not need anything, ONLY the godox flash TT685S. or the TT600 still can only emit manual amount of light? I kno the a5000 does not support hss and has no hot shoe, just wondering how this would connect and would it catch the flash at 1/160? i bought TT685s flash for my sony a7ii. I strongly recommend keeping a cover over the foot of the trigger when not in use. It’s tricky with other brands. It's currently the only Godox flash product where the assist beam will trigger on an E-mount body. Sorry for making another flash post. selected group will blink. If you are planing on buying the kit (X1Ts & TT685s, I recommends over HVL-F60M), then you need to search and buy two of this…. • USB Port for Firmware Updates BUT he also purchased a Hahnel 600T Pro kit for Sony. But when I try to power on. The camera has the old Minolta hotshoe. When setting as 01, the AF-assist function can be used on Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera (some cameras e.g. What’s the best camera costing over $2500? I use with a6300 and it’s always fire pre-flash every shot on TTL even in manual mode. A simple locking switch would have been a better optio… AK-R1 magnetic modifier kit 3. FIY: Their overpriced top-of-the line, Sony HVL-F60M has no ATG Auto 2 mode, no PC Sync and overheat very quickly. Many preferred ATG’s Gold/Nissin over the battleship ATG’s Godox. What's the best camera for travel? You have to be careful above 330v coming out to but you. Aside from Profoto, all are reverse engineered, so they work with some Sony cameras and firmware, but I can’t guarantee if they’ll work with all. Am I doing something wrong???? Some flash commanders require it to be set to Fill-flash while others require Wireless. I bought a new Sony Alpha A6600 Camera from BH photo and I just noticed it has shutter count of 27, A7C w/28-60mm and FE 20mm f/1.8 G (Watching For A Sale), Sony A7Riv makes NFL players look like their video game counterparts, Sharpness scores for most FE lenses (including LR), Mark Smith's A7RIV Bird in Flight Setup Guide, Astrophotography with the A7R4 and FE 200-600mm G OSS. 650 full power flash recycles on a single battery 7. It seems this is a pretty standard feature in ttl flashes, but I do not like the idea of shining laser beams in people's eyes every time I take a picture. Make certain a6500 is not set to Silent Shooting. Note that it does not work with this same combination on an A7. Does this mean that 1/250 is the fastest exposure time for flash photography even with HSS flashes? Roughly 1-second recycle speed at full power 6. Looks like it doesn’t work with canon 580 EXII, I think I tried every possible option and it doesn’t work;(. Thanks Brian, the only choice for me is buy the Sony flash system or change to godox. I have a Sony a58 with wireless flash. Hi Brian also be very very careful is placing the flash in mounts.. All sides on my v860ii have broken off… Can anyone shed any light on this? The Nissin Air 1 and i60a do not seem to allow that function as the camera flash menu must be set to wireless, not rear. The same can be said to Canon 600EX-RT II and Nikon SB-910. What you are trying to say is like if you are a Canon user. So the flash is likely not even seeing a request for AF assist. 1/256 minimum power setting 8. given one is Sony optimised and one is Canon, does this make them incompatible for use as slaves to one another? The plastic thread doesn’t appear to be too sturdy. I just got an A7iii, and i'm having a hard time buying a flash. Contact Alzo Digital, CT, USA and ask for ATG’s, if you need parts/repairs/mods. They couldn't have firmware updated existing flashes to use a different wavelength of light for the AF assist beams, so there isn't a way they could have worked. TTL will likely work, however you need to check with Godox to confirm if Sony a300 is supported for HSS. • Three Godox TT685S Flashes + One Godox X1T-S Transmitter sells for $410, • GN 60 (m ISO 100) There are a lot of photo/video cameras that have found a role as B-cameras on professional productions or A-camera for amateur and independent productions. If so, can you provide a link? 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