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In this one we're unboxing and taking a closer
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So, I've got with me the brand new V860III
which is the Sony version here with me today
and it's the brand new flash from Godox.
This is their battery-operated flash
as part of their V series. So, it's the V860 series here.
There's other V-series models in their lineup
which include the V350 which is the smaller flash,
the V860II which is the previous model
and also the V1 which is the round head flash.
This one here is the V860III
and sits in the middle as you all know,
and it's a popular model because it's battery operated
which means that it has its own lithium-ion battery
which allows the flash to have a faster recycle time.
And also rechargeable battery,
so you're not having to worry about
AA batteries or running out of those batteries as you go.
It's good to have some spares of these lithium-ion batteries.
Now the main differences with this III model
are that it now has an LED modeling lamp
and that's 2 watt LED modeling lamp.
It also now supports the larger battery
which is the VB-26 battery.
That is the same battery that's used in the V1.
So, that's an upgraded battery. It has a 2600 mAh capacity.
It also allows for a 1.5 second recycle time
and 450 full power shots at full charge.
So, it's a few great upgrades there.
It's essentially a V1 featured flash without the round head.
So, let's take a closer look at what's included.
Firstly, we have that battery that VB26
and you can see this battery here is the VB26A.
This is the newer battery. And it's also a 3000 mA.
So, that's the one that's included.
You have the AC charger here
and that's the USB charger for the charging plate.
So, this is for the battery that's the VC26.
It's a USB type-C. So, that's a USB type A
to type C charging plate that supports this charger here.
Now, you also have the flash itself.
And you can see it's got all the upgraded Godox accessories.
This is the nice little speed light pouch that it comes with.
It's got the nice orange felt lining there
that protects your flash during transport and storage,
as well as the little hot shoe plate
that has the quarter inch thread adapter there.
Now, this is the Sony version and the Sony version
has Sony's multi-function interface hot shoe here.
And you have a little protector for that hot shoe typically.
Now, that's um only for the Sony
with the metal hot shoes from Canon and Nikon.
There's no protection plate there.
And on the back here, you can see the upgraded
locking design for the flash as well which is better
because the previous model had the twister lock mechanism
which isn't as useful and as secure.
So, this is a welcome design change there.
And you also have all of the documentation
including the manual, the warranty card
and the little pamphlet from Godox also.
Now, running through the features of the V860III,
it's really similar to the V1.
So, you have a 76 watt second output.
You have a guide number of 60 at ISO 100.
You have a flash duration of 1/300 of a second
to 1/20,000 of a second.
You also have high speed sync up to 1/8000 of a second.
You've obviously got that rechargeable battery.
Even the menu design here at the back
as well as the scroll wheel here is all similar to the V1.
The only main difference really is the light head here.
The flash head itself is the traditional square
or rectangular design
as opposed to the round head of the V1.
And you also have that modelling lamp at the front too
which is a useful addition to the flash.
Now, in terms of all the compatibility,
this is compatible with all of Godox's X trigger systems
that 2.4 gigahertz wireless system which includes the X1,
the X2 and the X-pro.
If you're deciding on a trigger to suit you,
feel free to click the link up above
on our Godox X trigger comparison.
Now, in terms of the light itself,
it's really a great speed light, especially for event photography
or if you're shooting weddings or portrait photography.
If recycle time and capturing that moment is important to you,
having the lithium-ion battery with that fast
1.5 second recycle time
at full output will really help out make sure
that you're grabbing uh you're taking every single shot
and you're not missing a single shot there
on your photoshoot day.
Now, in terms of the light itself,
we'll take a closer look at the differences
between the previous model as well as the V1.
So, I've got three of Godox's higher
powered lithium-ion battery flashes with me here.
The V860II, the brand new III which we're looking at
and also the V1. Now,
in terms of physical features between the II and the III,
firstly you'll notice the inclusion
of that modelling lamp the front there.
The II didn't have a modelling lamp.
So, that's a good feature to add especially
in low light situations so you can help you get focus.
And also you can see where the light drops off on the subject
prior to taking the shot.
It's just a handy little feature to have. It's obviously LED.
So, it's not taking too much battery capacity
there to operate if you're using that feature.
Similar to V1's LED modelling lamp also.
Now, on the side here, you can see the battery port.
The V860II house the V8-- It's the VB18 battery
and that was only a 2000 mA battery.
Now on Godox's box here
it says that the V860III's battery is 2600 mA
but in fact the brand new VB-26A is 3000 mA
which is a higher capacity battery.
So, that means you're able to take a few more shots
than the previous model here. Now on the back here,
the menu system has changed completely also.
You can see it does basically take from the V1's menu
and button system there.
It's completely changed from the previous model.
So, you have a lot of functions
that are ready at your fingertips here,
especially accessing that modelling lamp there,
the zoom, the mode.
The spin dial is a lot more useful
as compared to the previous model here.
Now, in terms of the locking mechanism at the bottom
of the hot shoe there,
you can see that that was the twist lock there
as opposed to the slide to lock which is a lot easier there.
So, you can see it releases the plate a lot easier
than the previous model. It's really good especially
if you're mounting between brackets and devices
or if you just want to need to take it off the camera,
that's nice and easy. And on the front here,
you can see it's almost identical
in terms of the the shape.
The actual body itself is just slightly thicker to house
that larger battery.
But overall pretty much the the same flash
in terms of design and look.
So, if you're after a roundhead flash,
the V1 is probably the one to look at as this supports
the AKR1 accessory kit
but if you wanted to mount the AKR1 accessory kit
to a square headed flash or rectangle head flash
as the V860s are,
all you'll need is the addition of the S-R1 adapter.
So, that essentially slides over the top here.
It's like a universal adapter that slides over the top,
allows you to mount those round head lighting modifiers
if that's important to you.
Those lighting modifiers are great,
especially the diffuser dome, that's perfect to use.
Just to diffuse the light because obviously direct flash
is a little bit too harsh.
But all in all, they're great little flashes
that I think would be a great addition,
especially if it's going to be your first foray
into a speed light. With Godox's lighting system,
you're able to add on to their system
because they all work through the X wireless system as well.
So, if you're wanting to add on an 8200 or a studio flash,
they'll all be able to work together.
So, that was just a quick unboxing
and look at the brand new Godox V860III.
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