Are you trying to find photographic lighting slaves among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling photographic lighting slaves on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 29 hours of research and did 51 photographic lighting slaves tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best photographic lighting slaves you can buy today
- The D-120 AC Slave is Small and light, suitable for shooting small objects advertising and portrait art photos, children's photography, fashion photography, identification photo,etc.
- It expands your capabilities without sync cables. It is an excellent complement to the Master AC Slave
- Color temperature 5500K±200K and wide illumination angle, and work well if it is used together with umbrellas and umbrella reflectors
- E27 Bulb Holder can be Mounted on any standard photo studio light stands, also can be added a umbrella reflector bowen and so on
- Screw into E27 standard household Lamp Socket
- Work with most flash units using universal hot shoe like , , , (except flash)
- To sense light from the master flash so as to trigger the slave flash wireless
- Use this flash trigger to make the master flasher to control remotely the auxiliary one flash synchronously without the need of connecting wires
- This slave trigger NOT fit for / / flash
- This strobe lighting kit mainly consists of two PE-3224 light holders, which are compatible with powerful strobe light
- Unlike typical strobe light that requires users to carry and install additional reflectors to the softbox, the AS-150 does not require the user to carry reflectors since they have been built-in
- With the use of umbrellas, user can light up the largest area possible and obtain quality image results when the softboxes are put to use
- 2Britek#3224 Fluorescent Light Holder,2Britek#3324 AS-150 Britek 3324 AS-150 (AS-45P) Slave Flash Head,2Britek#3666S 3666 24"x24" Softobx for AS-150,2Linco#8308new 8308 Compact Light Stand,1Britek#3178-3 Carrying Bag for 4064(#307), 4057(#306),2Britek#2020s Carrying Bag for lights and accessories
- this 240w/s strobe lighting kit could be something you are looking for
- Wein HS D Hot Shoe Slave for Digital Preflash Camera Systems
- 160 Watt-Seconds | Lightweight Polycarbonate Design
- Accepts Softboxes Without Speed Ring | 5.8" Stand Mount
- Built-in Umbrella Receptacle | Optical Slave
- Includes PC to Mini Sync Cord
- Whats In The Box: Flash Tube, Power Cord, PC to Mini (3.5mm) Sync Cord, 1-Year Limited Warranty
- Profession LED Spotlight: This Continuous Output Lighting with 200W Power, COB Lamp Beads, Daylight CCT CRI 97+ TLCI 97+ , Pristine Color for Broadcast Video, Photography, Television Production and Studio Filmmaking; 5600K color temperature matches the sun and blend seamlessly as white light for natural look.
- Three Control Methods: This LED lighting has 3 control modes, 1,download “GVM_LED” app via your phone and connect “BT_LED” bluetooth to use the light. 2, press the mode button and compound knob to settle the lighting parameter which can display from LCD panel. 3, Connect the DMX console to the light through the control cable, and set the light and DMX console to the same channel value then control through the DMX console.
- 65000lux/1m High Brightness: This 200w video light creates an impressive bright light 65000 lux/1m and 0%~100% stepless adjustable bright. Including a diffuser and lampshade which can offer both glare and soft lighting you want.
- Master/ Slave Mode: You can set 12 different channels, and each channel can control more than 10 pcs GVM same series of video light. Only need to choose one video light in master mode, and others in Slave mode, all lights in the same channel. Then means you can control about 120pcs GVM same video light.
- 8 Kinds of Creative Scenes: There are 8 kinds of scene lights can be used: Lightning, Flash, Candlelight, TV, Bad Light Bulb, Explosion, Firework, Paparazzi, You can adjust lighting effects you want when you're shooting. Continous lighting for Zoom, Webex, Web Conference, video recording, Broadcasting
- 【PACKAGE INCLUDES】-- 2 * SK400II Strobe flash Lights, 1 *XT-16 flash trigger, 2 * 78.7" 304 Light Stand, 1 *SB-BW 60x90cm Bowens mount Softbox, 2*Standard Reflector,1* 33" Black/Silver Umbrella, 1* 33" Black/White Umbrella, 1*CB-04 Carrying Case(72x25x25cm), 2*Clean Cloth,2*6 color Soft Cloth.
- 【POWERFUL STUDIO STROBE】--SK400II strobe lights for photography with 150W modeling lamp adjusts in 5%-100% power levels,5600±200K color temperature,high-quality large capacitors, 0.1-1.0s fast recycling time,Large LCD display with accurate output,built-in heat elimination fan machine.
- 【BUILT-IN 2.4G WIRELESS SYSTEM】--Godox SK400II photography strobe lighting with 2.4G X system wireless transmission,used combination with Godox XT-16 flash trigger or Xpro, X1,X2, XT32 flash Transmitter for remotely control within 50m.
- 【MULTIPLE TRIGGERING MODES】-- 400Ws Godox studio light kit with flash trigger has multiple triggering methods:sync cord, test button,S1/S2 slave triggering,wireless control port.In optical S1/S2 slave mode,anti-preflash function enables synchronization with cameras that have a one- preflash firing system.
- 【PROFESSIONAL Bowens MOUNT】--Godox strobe lighting flash kit with Softbox is designed with Bowens mount,works with various lighting tools,such as softbox,reflector,four-leaf barn door,Umbrella,etc,providing powerful and reliable flash lighting for still, product, portrait and wedding photography.
- Optical Slave | Guide Number: 80
- Works as Master or Slave | Standard Household Screw-in Base
- 2.0 Second Recycling | Includes 15' 3.5 mm Sync Cord
- Whats In The Box: Sync Cord (15'), Limited 1-Year Warranty
- ProMaster Optical Slave Trigger (Canon)
- LIGHTWEIGHT STROBE: The RBA S - 160 LED Continuous/Strobe Flash is a lightweight, compact and powerful strobe light photography accessory. Designed to enhance your photo studio strobe experience, it features a bright LED modeling lamp that typically lasts approximately 25,000 hours, making it maintenance-free.
- WIRELESS TRIGGERING: This strobe flash, perfect for lighting for photobooth, has a built-in optical slave for wireless triggering, a sync cord for direct firing from your camera, a built-in umbrella receptacle, and a 5/8" standard stand mount. It also accepts Impact's 50 x 50 cm (FF-SB50) and 50 x 70 cm (FF-SB70) Softboxes without a speed ring thanks to the head's built-in flex rod holes, making it one of the best photo booth lights for photography.
- UMBRELLA RECEPTACLE: The RBA S - 160 LED Continuous/Strobe Flash offers selectable flash output of full and 1/2 power, making it a versatile camera strobe light. You can adjust the intensity of the camera strobe lighting according to your needs, and an easy-to-mount barndoor set with filters, filter frame, and a honeycomb grid (SF-BDK) are available as optional accessories, as is a snoot (SF-SNT) with its own removable grid.
- ADJUSTABLE INTENSITY: Powered by a 160 Watt-Seconds battery, the RBA S - 160 LED Continuous/Strobe Flash is a lightweight and portable slave strobe. This makes the RBA ideal for most applications, whether you're shooting in studio or on location.
- EXCELLENT PHOTO EXPERIENCE: The package includes the Flash Tube, Power Cord, PC to Mini (3.5mm) Sync Cord, and a 1-Year Limited Warranty. With all these features, this product is sure to provide you with an excellent photo experience.
- [Interchangeable Flash Heads] Flexibly snap in the exciting Round Head(NOT Included) with superior clean light spread, the Speedlight-Styled Fresnel Head(GN52, Direct-Focused Beam) and Bare-Bulb Head (GN60, Omni-Directional Beam)
- [Large Capacity Lithium Battery] The Godox AD200 Pro offers 500 full power flashes with 0. 01 to 1. 8 sec. Recycling. Expanded manual 9 stop range of power adjusts from full to 1/256 in 1/10th stop increments
- [2.4G Control with 330Ft Range] Godox AD200Pro supports Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic and Pentax TTL. With Master Slave Function, AD200Pro Can be Used in Combination with Godox TTL Camera Flashes, TTL Outdoor Flashes, etc
- [Manual/TTL/Multi flash modes] Fully support flash exposure compensation, 1/8000S high speed Sync. Manual outputs the user's choice of power, modeling light, first/second curtain sync, etc. Multi controls the stroboscopic rate up to 90 times
- [Lightweight Portable Easy to Use] Easy to use buttons command a full range of functions like reliable Channel triggering, Group mode selectivity, HSS. The LCD panel clearly displays the status of all remote Strobes, so you always have control of group lighting setup
- 💡【Application】Godox SK400IIV is strobe Flash and performs excellently in portrait and product shooting, wedding photography, advertising, fashion commercial photography, etc.
- 💡【Built-in Godox2.4G Wireless X system】Built-in Godox 2.4G Wireless X System, Use Godox X-Pro, X1, XT32, XT16, or FT-16 kit to Control the Flash Power Ratio, Modeling Lamp, and Buzzer, as well as Flash Triggering. (The Trigger is Sold Separately)
- 💡【Modeling Lamp & Bowens Mount】 Upgraded version from the SK400II, SK400II-V with a 10W LED Modeling Lamp that Adjusts from 5% to 100% Power Level, Which is more Durable and Longer Service. With Bowens mount to install lighter and more portable accessories which can be used in combination.
- 💡【Stable & Portable】With Outstand Output Stability, and No More than 2% Shifts When Under the Same Output. Godox SK400IIV Studio Strobe is Suitable for E-Commerce Product Shooting, Portrait, and Lifestyle Photography. Compact and lightweight body.
- 💡【LCD Display & Auto Memory】Precise Output Displayed on LCD Panel, 40 Steps from 1/16-1/1. The Auto Memory and Recovery of Adjusted Panel SettingsAnti-Preflash Function Enables Synchronization with Cameras that Have A One-Preflash Firing System
- Radio Remote 16-Channel Receiver
- Range: 328', Measures 3.1 x 2.1 x 1.2"
- High-performance wireless receiver
- Syncs up to 1/200s, Weighs Just 2.6 oz
- Operates on 2 x AA Batteries
- Requires Separate Transmitter
- Compatible with PowerSync 16
- Integrated Hot Shoe
- 3x300W studio strobe light kit: Godox E300 3-light strobe flash kit features 75W modeling lamp (9 levels brightness) and 300W strobe light. Flash output is adjustable stepless power from 1/9 to full, Guide No ( ISO 100): 58, recycle time: 0.4-2.5S,duration: 1/2000-1/800s. Satisfys the light requirements in different environment. Built-in cooling fan ensures longer lifetime.
- Wireless Flash Trigger: Light-sensor syns and pre-flash system allows 3 lights strobe synchronously, wireless flash trigger is working within 50 meters. Godox FT-16 strobe trigger set features 16 groups and 16 channel settings, compatible with Nikon /Canon /Fujifilm /Olympus /Pentax hot shoe, can be used on cameras directly to make shoot and flashes synchronously.
- MS 50*70 Softbox: The softbox offers soft accurate, even, bright , smooth lights you need for shooting a perfect image. Skin tone come to be much alive and blemishes fade away. Colors pop and your shots can go to new levels or professionalism with a good softbox.
- Photography Lighting Kit: E300 300W Monolights*3, 20" x 27" Softbox *2, 190 cm Light stands *3,power cable *3, 1x FT-16 trigger set,33" 84 cm Reflector umbrella *1,BD-03 Barn Door *1,Draw-Bar Box *1reflash function enables synchronization with cameras that have a one-preflash firing system
- Easy to install and use: The softbox photography Light Kit is easy to set up. It is ideal for using in studios, portrait shooting, fashion photo shoots, product photography, children's photo shoots, still life shots. Great choice for studio photography beginner, small business starter.
- 🔦⚡【The Godox Advantage】Godox, since 1993, is a high-tech manufacturer specializing in lighting and audio equipment. Godox has been committed to providing consumers with professional and high-quality: Camera Flash; Continuous Light; Audio; Monitor; Light Shaper, and Photography Accessories. etc. It enables more people to enjoy the fun of light shaping. Godox Ad400 pro All-in-One Outdoor Flash Make every whim and desire there is a direct button ready for action
- 🔦⚡【 Technical Support】Built-in Godox 2.4G Wireless X System with Great Compatibility: AD400Pro is compatible with Canon E-TTL II,Nikon i-TTL autoflash,Sony,Fujifilm,Olympus and Panasonic TTL autoflash system. Support for 1/8000s high-speed sync. With master & slave function,AD400Pro can use in combination with Godox TTL camera flash,TTL outdoor flash,etc ；Two Power Supply Methods with Great Flexibility: Professional lithium battery pack has large capacity(21.6V/2600mAh) to provide 390 full power flashes and recycle in 0.01-1 second. Adopt AC power source to achieve AD-DC dual-purpose
- 🔦⚡【Why choose it】30W LED Modeling Lamp; Small Size,Light Weight and Portable: Only weight 2.1kg with the samll size of 220*102*128mm(without the flash tube and reflector). When using with a portable flash head(separately sold),detach the handle and mounting bracket to lose weight and save room,thus gaining great portability and easier shooting.
- 🔦⚡【Wide Compatibility】400Ws powerful performance to meet diverse shooting requirements, widely used travel, wedding, portrait, event and outdoor photography, such as art photo, creative shooting, commercial advertising, studio photography etc.It matches all the camera systems.Supports to Install Different Kinds of Accessories by Replacing its Adapter Ring: With specially designed New Godox-mount to install lighter and more portable accessories which can be used in combination.
- 🔦⚡【What You Get】1 x Godox AD400PRO Monolight Flash ,1 x Standard Flash Tube Light ,1 x Standard Relector ,1 x Godox WB400P Lithium Battery ,1 x Portable Suitcase,1 x Battery charger ,1 x Power cord ,1 x Bowens-mount adapter ring ,1 x Wrench ,1 x User Manual ,1 x YouTin Cleaning Cloth; handheld grip ;Cleaning cloth. Friendly Customer Service, For 30 days after the date of purchase, receive a full refund guarantee for any reason. 24-month warranty for quality-related issues(Flash Tube not included)
- 🔦⚡【The Godox Advantage】Godox, since 1993, is a high-tech manufacturer specializing in lighting and audio equipment. Godox has been committed to providing consumers with professional and high-quality: Camera Flash; Continuous Light; Audio; Monitor; Light Shaper, and Photography Accessories. etc. It enables more people to enjoy the fun of light shaping. Godox All-in-One Outdoor Flash Make every whim and desire there is a direct button ready for action
- 🔦⚡【 Technical Support】Compatible with Canon E-TTL II, Nikon i-TTL Autoflash, Sony, FUJIFILM, Olympus and Panasonic TTL Autoflash System. 0.01-1.5s recycle time, more 320 pops at full power, stable color temperature, 9 stop range of power adjusts from full to 1/256 in 1/10th stop increments, really make AD300Pro stands out from the crowd. Built-in receiver for triggering and power control with 2.4G wireless system.
- 🔦⚡【Why choose it】12W Bi-Color Dimmable Modeling Led; The color temperature can be adjusted from 3000K to 6000K;weights 2.75lb with the small size of 7.5×3.9×3.5in. Easy to use buttons command a full range of functions like reliable Channel triggering, Group mode selectivity, HSS. The LCD panel clearly displays the status of all remote Strobes, so you always have control of group lighting setup.
- 🔦⚡【Wide Compatibility】300Ws powerful performance to meet diverse shooting requirements, widely used travel, wedding, portrait, event and outdoor photography, such as art photo, creative shooting, commercial advertising, studio photography etc.It matches all the camera systems.
- 🔦⚡【What You Get】Godox AD300 pro set; handheld grip ;Cleaning cloth. Friendly Customer Service, For 30 days after the date of purchase, receive a full refund guarantee for any reason. 24-month warranty for quality-related issues. (Flash Tube not included).
- 🌿 |Great TTL Auto Flash Compatibility|: Godox AD400Pro is Compatible with Canon E-TTL II, Nikon i-TTL Autoflash, Sony, FUJIFILM, Olympus and Panasonic TTL Autoflash System. With Master＆Slave Function, AD400Pro Can be Used in Combination with Godox TTL Camera Flashes, TTL Outdoor Flashes, etc
- 🌿 |All-in-One Outdoor Flash|: 400Ws Strong Power, 0.01-1s Recycle Time, 12 Continuous Flashes in 1/16 Power Output, 30W LED Modeling Lamp, 390 Full Power Pops, Stable Color Temperature(change within ±75K over the entire power range in color temperature mode)
- 🌿 |Two Power Supply Methods|: 21.6V/2600mAh large capacity Professional lithium battery pack provides 390 full power flashes and recycle in 0.01-1 second. You can also purchase the Godox AD-AC Power Source Adapter to freely choose DC or AC power source
- 🌿 |Small, Light Weight and Portable|: Godox AD400Pro weights 2.1Kg with the small size of 220*102*128 mm(without the flash tube and reflector). With Type-C USB port to achieve firmware upgrade. With 3.5 mm sync cord jack to achieve multiple sync triggering methods
- 🌿 |Wide Mount Compability|: Godox AD400Pro Comes with a Bowens Mount Adapter Ring to Install Bowens-mount Accessories. Remove it, You Can then Use the Godox-Mount to Install Lighter and more Portable Accessories. Purchase adapter rings of other brands to replace more accessories e.g. Broncolor, Profoto, Elinchrom,etc
- Flashpoint R2 TTL Receiver for Sony - 2 Sony camera cables - 2.5mm Sync cord - Sync 1/4 " Adapter plug - Instruction Manual
- Flashpoint R2 2.4GHz Radio System unifies and simplifies
- Great reception range beyond 330 ft / 100m
- High Speed Sync to 1/8000th
- Group Selection - A / B / C / D / E (5 Groups)
- 🌿 |interchangeable flash heads|: enabling you to switch between Speedlight-styled Fresnel head(gn52, direct-focused Beam) and bare-bulb head (Gn60, Omni-directional beam)
- 🌿 |Built-in 2.4G Wireless Control: Control Triggering Power Level, Alert Beep with Optional Wireless Transmitter, with A Working Range of approx. 100m in Open Area
- 🌿 |Large Capacity Lithium Battery|: The 14.4V 2900mAh Battery Offers 500 Full Power Flashes with 0.01 to 2.1 sec. Recycling. 200Ws of Power Adjustable in 8 Steps from 1/128 to 1/1, and Flash Durations as Short as 1/11,300 sec
- 🌿 |Great TTL Autoflash Compability|: Supports Nikon, Canon, Sony, Olympus, Panasonic and Fuji TTL. With Master＆Slave Function, AD200 Can be Used in Combination with Godox TTL Camera Flashes, TTL Outdoor Flashes, etc
- 🌿 |Manual/TTL/Multi Flash Modes|: Fully Support Flash Exposure Compensation, 1/8000s High Speed Sync. Manual Outputs the User's Choice of Power, Modeling Light, First/Second Curtain Sync, etc. Multi Controls the Stroboscopic Rate up to 90 Times
How to choose a good photographic lighting slaves
Does the idea of finding a fantastic photographic lighting slaves make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in photographic lighting slaves. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top photographic lighting slaves products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top photographic lighting slaves on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top photographic lighting slaves brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top photographic lighting slaves based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the photographic lighting slaves were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good photographic lighting slaves, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your photographic lighting slaves.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting photographic lighting slaves for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our photographic lighting slaves. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what photographic lighting slaves should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on photographic lighting slaves.
