Godox Ving-Series V480, V850III, V860III

You can buy genuine Godox camera flashes directly from CameraStuff online with nationwide delivery or in-person at our shop in Blairgowrie, Randburg. As an official authorised Godox distributor, every Godox speedlite purchased from CameraStuff includes a 2-year local warranty and a 60-day money-back return policy. All warranty claims, servicing, and repairs are handled locally at our in-house Godox repair centre using genuine replacement parts.

All three models feature a circular flash head and TTL auto-exposure, but they cater to different shooting needs:

• Godox V1 (Standard): The classic round-head speedlite featuring 76Ws output, magnetic modifier compatibility, fast Li-ion recycling, and a traditional button interface.
• Godox V1mid (Compact & Lightweight): A smaller, lighter version weighing only 413g. It features a touchscreen UI, direct USB-C battery charging, and delivers up to 650 full-power flashes per charge with a 1.7-second recycle time.
• Godox V1Pro (Flagship Professional): Built for high-volume shoots with enhanced thermal protection for up to 100 continuous full-power flashes. It includes a detachable forward-facing SU-1 fill light, a physical TTL/Manual switch, an external high-voltage power port, and direct USB-C battery charging.

Godox round-head speedlites are available in dedicated hot-shoe versions engineered for specific camera brands:

• C Models (e.g., V1-C, V1mid-C, V1Pro-C): Fully compatible with Canon EOS DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.
• N Models (e.g., V1-N, V1mid-N, V1Pro-N): Fully compatible with Nikon DSLRs and Z-series mirrorless cameras.
• S Models (e.g., V1-S, V1mid-S, V1Pro-S): Fully compatible with Sony Alpha DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.
• F Models (e.g., V1-F, V1mid-F, V1Pro-F): Fully compatible with Fujifilm X-series and GFX mirrorless cameras.

Yes, for active photographers, lithium-ion speedlites (V-series) offer significant advantages over AA-powered speedlites (TT-series):

• Ultra-Fast Recycling Times: Li-ion batteries deliver full-power recycling in 1.3 to 1.7 seconds, compared to 2.5 to 4 seconds on AA batteries.
• High Shot Capacity: A single Li-ion battery pack provides between 480 and 650 full-power flashes per charge, replacing the need to carry dozens of AA batteries.
• Consistent Power Output: Li-ion batteries maintain fast recycling speeds right up until fully depleted, unlike AA batteries which slow down progressively as they drain.
• Fewer Battery Swaps: Carrying one spare Li-ion battery replaces multiple sets of AA batteries on weddings, events, and long portrait sessions.

Round Flash Head (Godox V1, V1mid, V1Pro): Features a circular flash tube that produces a smooth, soft light falloff with a natural circular beam pattern. This provides cleaner edge-to-edge light distribution when bouncing light off walls or ceilings. Round heads also support the magnetic AK-R1 accessory kit (domes, diffusers, grids, and bounce cards) that snap on instantly.

Rectangular Flash Head (Godox V860III, TT685 II): Uses a traditional linear flash tube that casts a wider horizontal beam pattern with sharper edge transitions. While effective inside standard softboxes or umbrellas, rectangular heads require adapter brackets to attach magnetic accessories.