Compact camera flash featuring magnetic accessories, boasting a weight equivalent to a golf ball
In the world of photography, portability and ease of use are increasingly important, especially for street and event photographers. Enter the Godox iT20 and iT22, two ultra-compact flash units designed to meet these needs.
Weighing around 52g, the Godox iT22 sits higher in the hot shoe mount to reach over larger lenses. Its smaller sibling, the iT20, measures 41.5mm×41mm×32mm, while the iT22 measures 40mm×64mm×28mm. The Godox iT20 has a guide number (GN) of 20 (ISO 100), and the iT22 has a slightly higher GN of 22 (ISO 100), indicating their maximum distance (in meters) the flash can effectively illuminate a subject at ISO 100.
Compared to larger Godox lights, such as their full-sized on-camera or studio flashes, the iT20 and iT22 are considered less powerful. Larger Godox flashes typically have guide numbers ranging from the high 30s to over 70, yielding substantially more lighting power. However, the iT20 and iT22 are designed primarily for portability, ease of use with mirrorless cameras, and quick shooting situations where subtle or fill lighting is preferred rather than overpowering illumination.
Both flashes prioritize portability, with features like rechargeable lithium batteries, fast recycling times (about 1.5 seconds), and up to 700 flashes per charge, making them excellent secondary or travel flashes rather than main light sources in heavy lighting setups.
The Godox iT20 and iT22 are powered by a rechargeable li-ion battery rated for up to 700 flashes. They come with auto TTL and manual modes, adjustable from full power to 1/32 power, and are compatible with magnetic modifiers. A spreader and two colored filters are included with the flash, while additional magnetic diffusers, colored gels, and a honeycomb grid are available for purchase separately.
The Godox iT20 and iT22 are available for purchase at various retailers, including Amazon, and are priced at about $45 in the US and about £52 in the UK. While they lack advanced features such as HSS for using the flash with fast shutter speeds and adjustable tilt position for bouncing light off walls and ceilings, they offer a cost-effective solution for photographers seeking portable, easy-to-use lighting solutions.
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Hillary K. Grigonis, a licensed drone pilot and an experienced writer with over a decade of experience in cameras and technology, has tested these flashes extensively. His work has appeared in various publications such as Business Insider, Digital Trends, Pocket-lint, Rangefinder, The Phoblographer, and more. Currently, Hillary K. Grigonis leads the US coverage for Digital Camera World. His wedding and portrait photography style favors a journalistic approach.
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- In the realm of photography, the importance of portability and ease of use is evident, particularly for street and event photographers.
- The Godox iT20 and iT22 flash units have been designed to address these needs, with a focus on lightweight construction.
- With dimensions of 41.5mm×41mm×32mm for the iT20 and 40mm×64mm×28mm for the iT22, these compact flashes are ideal for mirrorless cameras.
- The Godox iT20 has a guide number of 20, while the iT22 offers a slightly higher 22, making them suitable for various photographic subjects.
- Despite being smaller than larger Godox flashes, the iT20 and iT22 excel in situations that require subtle or fill lighting.
- Equipped with rechargeable lithium batteries, fast recycling times, and up to 700 flashes per charge, these flashes are versatile accessories for photography.
- Along with the included spreader and colored filters, additional magnetic diffusers, colored gels, and a honeycomb grid are available for purchase separately.
- For those interested in these flash units or seeking more information about photography technology, resources like product pages, manuals, specifications, and reviews are readily available online.
