Yongnuo YN460 hotshoe flashgun review
Verdict:
With manual-only control, it’s of limited use on-camera, but it’s well equipped for off-camera work, and superb value.
Review Date: 30 Mar 2010
Price when reviewed: £37
Supplier: http://www.amazon.co.uk
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Flashguns don’t come much cheaper than this model, which isn’t widely available in the UK but is sold by BV-electronics via Amazon Marketplace. With no TTL or internal metering, the flash’s power must be set manually.
The power control moves in whole stops from full to 1/64 power, and recharging takes 4.8 seconds at full power. Light distribution is suitable for use with a 50mm focal length, but an integrated diffusing panel drops over the head to scatter light over a wider area.
Manual control isn’t much use for casual snapping but it's ideal for controlled exposures, particularly when using the flashgun off-camera (which avoids the usual harshness inherent in flash-lit exposures). The YN460 is particularly suitable for this type of work, with a built-in slave mode to fire in sync with another flash, making it easy to trigger multiple units wirelessly. It comes with a mini stand with a thread for tripod mounting, plus a soft case.
The YB460 is simple, effective and incredibly good value. Pair a couple of them with the iShoot PT-04C for a capable off-camera flash rig for less than £100.
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