The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Speedlights: Master Flash with Godox Gear

📸 Speedlights 101: Everything Beginners Need to Know About Flash Photography 💡 Are you new to flash photography? In this beginner-friendly guide, we break down everything you need to know about speedlights, also known as external flashes. Learn how to use speedlights effectively, master lighting techniques, and take your photography to the next level—whether you're shooting portraits, events, or creative scenes! 🔍 In this video, you’ll learn: What is a speedlight and how it works Speedlight vs. built-in flash: key differences How to use TTL and manual flash modes Tips for bouncing flash and avoiding harsh shadows Basic speedlight setups for stunning results 🎯 Perfect for beginner photographers, vloggers, and content creators looking to improve their lighting game! Flashes used in the video: Godox V1 https://amzn.to/3FFvU2A Godox TT685ii https://amzn.to/4mFkRai 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more photography tips and tutorials! #FlashPhotography #SpeedlightTutorial #PhotographyTips #beginnerphotography The All IN ONE Editing Software: https://on1.sjv.io/7axJAO -------------------- 📧For Enquiries: E-mail [email protected] or via Website: https://florianfrickelphotography.com -------------------- 🎶Where I get my Music from: Try 30 days of Free Music https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... ------------------- MY Current Gear: 📸 Main Camera: https://amzn.to/3yDB8sk 📷 My Lenses: Wide Angle Lens: https://amzn.to/3LRpjla Best all Around Lens: https://amzn.to/3SCNHLk The only Lens you Need: https://amzn.to/3SBCtXr Prime Lens: https://amzn.to/3SEbQRx 🎙️ Microphones: Deity D3 Shotgun Mic: https://amzn.to/3Ys4hB5 Hollyland Lark M2: https://amzn.to/4fK8HJX 📸 My Portrait Light Setup: Godox AD200: https://amzn.to/3ytIIpu Godox TT685: https://amzn.to/4dJxv2V Godox ML60: https://amzn.to/3M7Ll3b GVM-SD200D: https://amzn.to/4dHGrpu ZHIYUN CM15: https://amzn.to/4fPgfuQ ZHIYUN CF100: https://amzn.to/3SPut54 ZHIYUN C100: https://amzn.to/3yCzuar 🎒 My Backbags : Peakdesign Everyday 20l: https://amzn.to/4dx9bRT VSGO Black Snipe: https://amzn.to/3WKV1H3 Manfrotto Backloader M: https://amzn.to/4d5YPZm Tripod: Peakdesign Travel Tripod (aluminium): https://amzn.to/46unaWd Cheaper Alternative Tripod: https://amzn.to/4d5WM7n Budget Friendly Tripod: https://amzn.to/4dLveUR -------------------- 🤝Lets Connect: My Website: https://www.florianfrickelphotography... My Instagram:   / florian_frickel_photography   -------------------- ⚠️DISCLAIMER Some of the links in my video description are affiliate links, which means I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase, at no extra cost to you :) 00:00 Intro 00:27 Which Speedlight brand to buy 01:36 Round Head vs Square Head 02:24 Lithium Battery vs 4 Double A Batteries 03:32 Closer Look- Speedlight heads 05:05 Closer Look- Bounce Angle Scale 05:45 Closer Look- Flexible Heads 06:29 Closer Look- Battery Compartment 07:01 Closer look- USB-C and SYNC Jack 07:23 Closer Look- AF Beam 07:55 Closer Look- Wireless Sensor/ Slave Mode 08:25 Closer Look- External Power for TT685ii 09:06 Back of Speedlight / Button Layout 10:00 Display Layout / How to change Settings 14:42 Exposure Compensation in TTL 15:24 Speedlight Menu-Intro 15:48 Speedlight Menu-Meter vs Feet 16:37 Speedlight Menu- (AF) Autofocus Assist Beam 17:23 Speedlight Menu Standby Mode 18:03 Speedlight Menu-RX Standby 18:38 Speedlight Menu-Scan Mode 19:33 Speedlight Menu-Select Channel 19:58 Speedlight Menu-Setting ID Channel 20:52 Speedlight Menu-Beep/Sound ON/OFF 21:32 Speedlight Menu-Light Setting/LCD Display 22:05 Speedlight Menu-LCD Brightness 22:18 4.Flash Modes- Intro 22:54 Flash Mode-Manual Mode 24:22 Flash Mode-TTL Mode 26:03 Flash Mode-E-TTL vs I-TTL vs TTL 27:12 Flash Mode- Multi Mode 28:06 What is HSS (High Speed Sync) 29:18 Pros and Cons of HSS 30:09 Intro- Last Section of Speedlight Tutorial 30:36 How to use Speedlight on Camera 31:52 Camera Brand (Sony A7IV) Flash Menu Settings 34:02 How to use Speedlight as a Master 37:14 How to use Speedlight in Slave Mode 38:41 How to use Speedlight OFF CAMERA 40:35 Flash/Speedlight Accessories 41:45 Bonus- Stuck Zoom Function