Godox AD600BM II 600Ws Witstro Manual Battery Strobe Flash
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Product Description
The Godox AD600BM II Witstro is a 600Ws battery-powered manual strobe that brings studio-grade flash power to location work, away from mains sockets.
The head has a solid, purposeful feel, with a bright 2.8-inch colour screen and a click-detented control dial that makes setting power quick by touch. A detachable lithium battery clips into the base, the Bowens mount at the front takes a firm quarter-turn to lock a modifier in place, and each of the 16 wireless groups shows its own colour on the head so you can tell your lights apart across a room or a field. It is a manual unit with no TTL metering.
Shooting with flash away from a power outlet usually means either a small speedlight that lacks punch or a studio head tied to the wall. The AD600BM II answers that with 600Ws of output from a battery that gives up to 500 full-power flashes, so you can light a subject against bright daylight or fill a large modifier out on location. High-speed sync up to 1/8000 sec lets you hold a wide aperture under the sun, and flash durations as short as 1/11,760 sec freeze quick movement at the peak moment.
Ideal for: portrait, wedding, and outdoor photographers who shoot on location or in the studio, want strong, consistent manual flash, and do not need TTL metering.
Compatibility
- Bowens S front mount: takes softboxes, beauty dishes, and reflectors you likely already own, plus an umbrella mount.
- Godox 2.4GHz X-system wireless: 32 channels, 16 groups, 99 IDs, up to 100m, triggered by Godox X-system transmitters (sold separately).
- One-tap pairing with the optional X3 trigger, skipping manual channel and ID setup.
- Optical slave (S1/S2) and 3.5mm flash sync input; USB-C for firmware updates.
Key Features
- 600Ws battery power, up to 500 full flashes: the detachable lithium pack delivers full studio-level output with no mains lead, so a full portrait or wedding session runs on one battery without hunting for a socket.
- High-speed sync to 1/8000 sec: shoot at wide apertures in bright sun, blurring a background outdoors while still overpowering daylight with flash.
- Flash durations to 1/11,760 sec: the very short pulse freezes hair, water, and movement crisply, so action shots land sharp.
- Fast 0.01 to 1.9 sec recycling: the light is ready again quickly after a full-power pop, so you rarely miss a frame.
- 16 colour-coded wireless groups: each group shows a distinct colour on the head, so you can identify and adjust the right light at a glance across the set.
- 40W LED modelling lamp: adjustable from 10 to 100 percent at 4800K with a high CRI/TLCI of 92/95, previewing lighting accurately and usable as a continuous source for video.
- Bowens S mount: the standard front fitting accepts a wide range of softboxes, beauty dishes, and reflectors.
- Manual and Multi modes: full manual control plus a stroboscopic Multi mode (up to 100 flashes at 100Hz).
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Godox AD600BM II Witstro |
| Type | Battery-powered manual monolight (M/Multi, no TTL), for studio and outdoor use |
| Power | 600Ws, 10-step range from 1/512 to full power in 0.1-step increments |
| Guide number | 87m at ISO 100 with the reflector |
| Recycle time | 0.01 to 1.9 sec |
| Flash duration | 1/220 to 1/11,760 sec |
| Sync | High-speed sync to 1/8000 sec, first- and second-curtain sync |
| Flash colour temperature | 5800K ±200K |
| Modelling lamp | 40W LED, 10 to 100 percent, 4800K ±300K, CRI/TLCI 92/95 |
| Battery | 10.8V, 8940mAh lithium, up to 500 full-power flashes |
| Wireless | 2.4GHz, 32 channels, 16 groups, 99 IDs, up to 100m |
| Triggering | Godox X-system, optical slave (S1/S2), 3.5mm sync cord |
| Mount | Bowens S front mount, plus umbrella mount |
| Display | 2.8-inch TFT colour screen |
| Cooling | Fan cooled |
| Ports | 3.5mm flash sync input, USB-C for firmware |
| Flash tube | User-replaceable |
| Dimensions | 25.3 x 16.9 x 14.3cm (with battery, no flash tube or reflector) |
| Weight | 2.9kg (with battery, no flash tube or reflector) |
What's Included
- 1 x Godox AD600BM II Witstro manual all-in-one outdoor flash
- 1 x Flash tube
- 1 x Reflector
- 1 x Battery
- 1 x Charger
- 1 x Power cord
- 1 x Protective cap
Godox AD600BM II FAQs
Where can I buy the Godox AD600BM II in South Africa? +
You can buy the Godox AD600BM II directly from CameraStuff, an official authorised Godox distributor in South Africa:
- Official SA warranty and support: sourced directly from Godox and backed by an official 2-year local South African warranty, a 60-day returns policy, in-house Godox repairs, and the Godox lighting swap-out program.
- In-store showroom: visit our store in Blairgowrie, Randburg to test the flash output, inspect the TFT screen, and check modifier fitment in person.
- Nationwide courier delivery: order online for fast courier delivery anywhere in South Africa, with free shipping on orders over R1,000.
How does the Godox AD600BM II compare to the AD600Pro II? +
Both are 600Ws battery strobes, but they suit different workflows:
- AD600BM II (manual): manual-only power control with high-speed sync to 1/8000 sec, at a lower price. Best if you set your own power and do not need TTL.
- AD600Pro II (TTL): adds TTL and auto high-speed sync, faster recycling, and a more rugged build. Better for fast, changing light where you want the flash to meter automatically.
- Shared: both use the Bowens S mount and the Godox 2.4GHz X-system, so your modifiers and triggers carry across either one.
What is the difference between the AD600BM II and the original AD600BM? +
The AD600BM II is the second-generation manual Witstro, with several upgrades over the original AD600BM while keeping the same 600Ws output and 87m guide number:
- Finer power control: a 10-step range (1/512 to full), up from the original's 9 steps (1/256 to full).
- Brighter modelling lamp: a 40W LED, up from the original's 10W, for a clearer preview and continuous video fill.
- Full-colour TFT screen: replacing the original's dot-matrix panel for easier navigation.
- Improved wireless: 16 colour-coded groups and One-Tap Sync with the Godox X3, up from 5 groups, with range extended to 100m from 80m.
- Faster recycling: 0.01 to 1.9 sec, down from the original's 0.01 to 2.5 sec.
- Shared core: both keep the 600Ws output, 87m guide number, Bowens S mount, manual-only control, and around 500 full-power flashes.
Does the Godox AD600BM II support TTL, and what do I need to fire it off-camera? +
The AD600BM II is manual-only but fully wireless-ready:
- Manual control: no TTL; set power yourself across a 10-step range from 1/512 to full, with high-speed sync up to 1/8000 sec.
- Off-camera triggering: the 2.4GHz receiver is built in, so you add a Godox X-system trigger for your camera brand, sold separately.
How long does the battery last, and will my modifiers fit? +
The AD600BM II runs off a removable lithium battery and uses a standard mount:
- Battery: a 10.8V, 8940mAh pack gives up to 500 full-power flashes per charge.
- Modifiers: the Bowens S mount accepts common softboxes, beauty dishes, snoots, and reflectors, plus an umbrella mount.
