Thirdly, there’s the AC charging cable and charging plate for the battery. Finally, there’s the hot shoe plate quarter-inch plate adapter for attaching the flash to lighting stands. First Impressions and Build Quality To the left is the menu button. Cycling through the menu is down via the center dial, which acts as both a four-way controller and a rotating dial. The main limitation of the Godox system is that each flash uses a slightly different user interface. I personally use the V860 III, the T350 (a compact, easy to carry flash), an AD100Pro and the X2T trigger. Each offers the same options, but the buttons are always positioned differently, and operation has to be re-learned each time. When using the flash on-camera, this is moot as it will often be used in TTL. When using it remotely, it’s simpler to just use a trigger and only have that to learn. Godox V860III Compared With Other Options Firing off a couple of test shots and it’s instantly apparent that this flash has some serious power, and tilting the head up to bounce off the ceiling with the bounce card extracted the fall of illumination from the flash does the job of lighting my subject a couple of metres away. The tilt and bounce have exposured the subject well using the TTL function. Overall illumination and colour temperature all look good and natural.

As well as all the features you’d expect from this line of flashes, such as TTL and HSS, Godox has added new and improved features into this third version. Another feature I like in this model is channel scan — this gives more reliable results in crowded places where other equipment might be using Wi-Fi. The flash scans all channels and chooses one that no one else is using - very clever. V860 III Versus V1 Aside from the power, the wireless connectivity options with the X1 wireless trigger and receivers add a further dimension to the use and it sync’d easily with the system. I then read the manual to be told that I need to install the Godox 3 software to make the update. Ok. My first impression of the Godox V860 III flash was very positive. Taking the flash out of the box, I did notice that it was slightly larger and heavier than some other Godox flashes I’ve used. The extra weight is probably due to the new rechargeable Lithium ION battery: the V860 III weighs in at 18.7oz (530g).

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They share the same battery which is fantastic for those wishing to build a complete lighting system with this brand. Even the menu design of the V860 III is similar to the V1, breaking away from the menu system on older Godox hardware. Value for Money

I loved using the V860III off camera triggered by the Godox Xpro trigger for these shots of Lucy Lumen I’ve concentrated on the new features for this review, as all of the standard features are just as you’d expect from Godox. All versions of the V860 III come with TTL, manual flash, high-speed sync up to 1/8000 second, rear-curtain sync, stroboscopic flash, flash exposure compensation, and autofocus assist beam for low lighting situations. For event photographers and those who use on-camera-flash in fast-paced environments, these updates, especially with the low cost, will be more than welcome. Like almost all Godox products, the V860 III is also sold under the Flashpoint brand at Adorama in the US. Summary The most talked-about feature is the front-facing 2W modeling light which can be adjusted in intensity from 1 to 10. Perhaps the only disappointment with this feature is the position of the lamp — it is on the flash body above the Godox logo, not on the flash head itself.The use of the Li-Ion battery is certainly a perk, at least for power and recycle time. Most flashes use AA batteries, which are easier to come by and cheaper, but never offer comparable performances. The V860 flashes are interesting products for many reasons. Building on the design and features of the venerable V850, these flashes offer, in addition to what’s expected of a modern flash, a few key features: Mylio Photos – Access your photos from anywhere, without the cloud! Easily showcase your photos on-the-go, resolve duplicates, find faces and look for those stunning locations.

The V860III (Zoom III R2 TTL) still has all the features existing users know and love, including a zoom mode (20mm to 200mm) for easy light range adjustments, -7 to 120-degree vertical angle adjustment, the built-in 2.4G Wireless X system allowing for seamless connectivity of multiple flash heads and Triggers like the X1, a High-Speed Sync (HSS) capable of shooting up to 1/8000s, FEC, FEB, and rear curtain sync modes. The flash includes a built-in 2.4Ghz wireless shooting system, allowing the Godox V860 III (Flashpoint Zoom III R2 TTL) to connect with multiple flashheads wirelessly and work with triggers. The flash includes high-speed sync for shooting at up to 1/8000s and includes FEC, FEB and rear curtain sync modes. B&H – B&H is a world renowned supplier of all the gear photographers, videographers, and cinematographers need and want to create their very best work. From there, after uncompressing 1 zip file, and one RAR, and...and... it went well and the flash has now the most recent firmware. A big part of the reason for this is the large capacity battery that slots into the side of the flash and is the same as the one used in the Pro level V1. The overall performance is excellent, and for most people, and quality-wise is enough to rival many manufacturer’s mid-range models at half the price.

The 2W LED modeling light, which is a key new feature, helps you preview the lighting effect of the flash. It includes 10-level dimmable brightness. In addition to previewing the lighting, the modeling light should help when focusing in dark environments. The modeling light has a color temperature of approximately 5300K.