Another great Flash from Yongnuo

2026-02-08    -MB

Performs well and offers an affordable option to the expensive big name brands out there. I use an Olympus EM-5 MK-II and this flash is part of the Yongnuo RF trigger system which I think is far more useful than the optically triggered Olympus Flash heads. From a light performance perspective this flash is identical to the Olympus Flashes. The only feature you lose is TTL triggering. I mostly shoot indoors in a studio and prefer manual triggering anyway.The Mark IV is capable of being the master trigger for other Mark IV and Mark III units. I use a 560TX to trigger my flash heads so have not had occasion to use this feature yet. This unit was selling for almost the same price as the Mark III units so I bought it to have the option in the future.My only quibble with this flash is the manual that accompanies it. It is somewhat hard to understand. Fortunately there are a number of user video's on the internet that make up for the less than clear manual. So my recommendation is to look there first before even attempting to read the manual. Once you figure it out and have it set up the way you want it, the flash is very easy to use.And yes, I highly recommend this flash head to anyone who is considering it.

Compatible with Sony a6000

2026-02-12    -Rahul

Very quick delivery.The Flash YN 560 IV is working fine with my Sony a6000. No problem whatsoever related to hot shoe compatibility as mentioned in many forums and on you tube. This works perfectly fine on Sony a6000, without any modification to hot shoe or playing with flash, it fits in nicely. Flash fires in M mode from Hot Shoe (I haven't tried multi mode as I don't use it, but it should work there too). I also triggered an age old Fuji Starblitz 3600 in slave mode with it. With Sony a6000 built in flash, I used YN 560 IV in slave (S-2 setting) and it fired correctly. The Flash is great value for money.

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid flash with just a few drawbacks

2026-02-26    -Josh

I bought this flash to use off-camera, triggered with a RF-603 II transceiver. The setup works well, and I'm happy with the results. Some pros/cons:Pros:- Good light output- Nice features - bounce card, diffuser- Good UI/layout - similar to Canon's large flash- Built in transceiver, with simple setupCons:- Flash occasionally didn't fire when triggered by transceiver(maybe 5% of time, could be due to close proximity in testing)- Moving parts (for angling flash) are a little gummy, don't move easilyI think the flash is well worth the cost, and more than make up for the cons. If you were a pro who needs to get the shot right the first time, every time, this might not be for you. For my needs, it's a great fit.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great features for the money.

2026-01-26    -Customer

The YN560IV has worked well for me so far and is a great addition the the Yongnuo line up. In TX mode it fully controls power and zoom of the YN560iii and fires YN603's or YN605's. In RX mode it acts just like another YN560iii, and of course it can be used as a on camera flash or a simple optically triggered off camera flash. This is a manual flash with a single firing pin (no-TTL) and should work with any brand camera that has a standard hotshoe.The controls are slightly more complex than the yn560iii but it's just like anything new with a minor learning curve. I find the YN560TX a little easier to use for changing settings on the remotes, but this product does make the 560TX unnecessary if you are on a tight budget. It fires fine in RX mode with the 560TX or 603 and has access to all 6 groups in both TX and RX modes. Range seems to be similar to others in this series (603, 560tx) and works fine in a mid sized reception hall (haven't tried it in a large hall). It is compatible with the newer yn605 which has group control, but I have not tested this. Output is as good as most other speedlights out there, although I did not test it precisely using a light meter. When in any slave mode (RX, S1, S2) an LED on the front flashes, I find this bit annoying in dark venues and cover it with a piece of black tape which significantly attenuates the brightness.The battery compartment door seems pretty solid (this was an issue on some earlier Yongnuo speedlights). The 560iv has a port for an external battery pack that should fit Canon compatible packs. Like similar flashes, it has a pull out diffuser and bounce card. The PC port is a traditional threaded style. The head swivels (with detents, but no lock) to the right 90 degrees and to the left 180 degrees, it would be nice if it also swiveled to the right 180. Elevation is from about -5 degrees to 90. The shoe tightener is the screw down style Yongnuo has used for a long time, many people prefer the quick release flip type lock that Canon uses (doesn't matter too much to me). The flash does not have a USB port or obvious way to upgrade firmware. Size is similar to other full sized speedlights such as the 580ex-ii or SB900, and is exactly the same size as the YN560iii. The main display is back lit, but the buttons are not.It comes packaged with a small stand like most other flashes in this price range or higher, as well as a decent quality pouch, and some instructions that while not great, are understandable.This series (560iii, 560IV, 603, 605) is the best bang for the buck on the market right now (late 2014) for manual speedlights. The cost difference between the model iii and iv is minimal making the iii somewhat obsolete so if you are just putting together a new setup, I suggest going straight for the 560iv. Of the competition I considered, the Godox V850 has the advantage of battery life over this (and pretty much every other speedlight out there), but it requires an external RX dongle that falls off easily, doesn't have a built in transmitter, has poor remote range, and more a limited remote feature set than the 560TX or the 560IV in TX mode.For a minimal investment one can have a complete on camera/off camera manual system (sans modifiers) that works quite reliably. And if you want to incorporate some monolights into your setup, the YN605 is a great option which enables you to selectivity enable/disable certain groups from remote.I will try to answer any questions left in the comments. Like this review if it was helpful to you.

Excelente Flash

2025-12-25    -JonhFlores

Puedo resumirlo en que es el mejor flash que he utilizado en ese rango de precio. Cuenta con varias modalidades, intensidades, zoom y un pequeño reflector que realmente no hace la diferencia pero se agradece la intención de colocarlo.Es posible rotarlo y tiene un pequeño difusor, por lo que es bastante versátil y en cuanto a la vida de las baterías es bastante aceptable. La pantalla se ilumina de ser necesario y es bastante intuitivo, es tan fácil como ponerlo y disparar la cámara, además puede actuar como flash maestro o esclavo.En conclusión es un muy buen flash que te sacara de muchos apuros y a un precio más que atractivo por lo que si empiezas en el mundo de la fotografía o estas iniciando un estudio y el presupuesto esta algo justo esta definitivamente es de las mejores opciones.

Très bon au regard du prix

2026-02-09    -Pataud

Pour le prix c'est un super flash.Semble costaud même si tout en plastique.J'aurais aimé avoir la possibilité de le mettre en 1/250 mais on est limité a 1/125 max. La rotation de la tête semble costaud aussi donc pas de soucis pour mettre des accessoires assez lourds sur la tête du flash.

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid flash with just a few drawbacks

2026-02-17    -Josh

I bought this flash to use off-camera, triggered with a RF-603 II transceiver. The setup works well, and I'm happy with the results. Some pros/cons:Pros:- Good light output- Nice features - bounce card, diffuser- Good UI/layout - similar to Canon's large flash- Built in transceiver, with simple setupCons:- Flash occasionally didn't fire when triggered by transceiver(maybe 5% of time, could be due to close proximity in testing)- Moving parts (for angling flash) are a little gummy, don't move easilyI think the flash is well worth the cost, and more than make up for the cons. If you were a pro who needs to get the shot right the first time, every time, this might not be for you. For my needs, it's a great fit.

Excelente Flash

2026-02-06    -JonhFlores

Puedo resumirlo en que es el mejor flash que he utilizado en ese rango de precio. Cuenta con varias modalidades, intensidades, zoom y un pequeño reflector que realmente no hace la diferencia pero se agradece la intención de colocarlo.Es posible rotarlo y tiene un pequeño difusor, por lo que es bastante versátil y en cuanto a la vida de las baterías es bastante aceptable. La pantalla se ilumina de ser necesario y es bastante intuitivo, es tan fácil como ponerlo y disparar la cámara, además puede actuar como flash maestro o esclavo.En conclusión es un muy buen flash que te sacara de muchos apuros y a un precio más que atractivo por lo que si empiezas en el mundo de la fotografía o estas iniciando un estudio y el presupuesto esta algo justo esta definitivamente es de las mejores opciones.

5.0 out of 5 stars After 3 years - Still an incredible flash unit for the price!

2026-01-26    -Micheal Mathews

I realize there are already almost 400 reviews for these flash units and mine will most likely get lost in the flood but I just wanted to weigh in on what makes them so awesome.First of all I have used Canon Speedlights in the past, still own a 430EX that sits in a box and collects dust.I really don't like using ETTL as I find it rarely gives me the kind of exposure I like in my photo's. I personally feel it looks flat and unprofessional so this review will be based on manual functions. This unit doesn't have a TTL function anyway so... on to the review.I have been using Yongnuo flashes for about 3 years now and I honestly have no gripes. None at all. Especially now that I've upgraded to the IV models and get the added wireless functionality built in.I dropped a 560III model about 4 feet onto the concrete a couple years back and the bottom of it broke off. It actually kept working for a full 2 hour shoot after that before it blew out completely. Probably due to some shorts after wires coming loose. But that just speaks to the durability of the Flash.Here's the thing, at this price, I was not upset. I dropped a Speedlight onto the concrete, watched a chunk of it fly off and thought, "Darn... well I guess I need to buy another."Try having that mentality with a Canon or Nikkon Speedlight.I take these hiking, out on major event shoots where I'm running around bumping into stuff, sometimes outside and getting rained on etc. etc.I never worry about breaking one because I know I can afford to grab another. It's a freeing feeling. I worry enough about my camera and my lenses as it is.Here's the other reason I love these.While I have a master controller for my speed lights, I prefer to use my flash in manual mode even when it's attached to my camera or on a trigger. On the Canon speed lights switching power while in manual mode takes a few extra clicks and requires you to depress the tiny center button first to let the unit know you want to start changing power level. It drives me a bit crazy now that I'm used to these.With the Yongnuo in manual mode, you just click one side or the other on the interface and your power level changes by standard stops. Click up or down to change power in smaller increments.I can get the exposure I want so quickly with these now that I really don't understand why Canon chose to design theirs differently.The wireless works well with the YN560-TX master controller though my shutter speed needs to drop to about 160 to avoid shutter shadow.They work flawlessly with the RF-603CII-C1 triggers.The power is also definitely up to par. Just one of these is enough to light up a medium-sized room with some bounced light.I have 3 (still less $$ than 1 canon) and dial them in at different levels for a better effect but have gotten by with 2 in very large rooms and been happy with my results.I've used them on both a t2i, t3i and a 6D and have friends who use them with 5D MarkIII's and love them just as much.If I had to pick one thing I don't like... I guess that they heat up and delay quickly. If you are firing off shot after shot the batteries get hot quick and the unit will force a delay until they cool down. You can attach an external power pack to eliminate the problem but I have learned to just work around it. I'm a bit more intentional with my shots anyway so I'm not one to just blast away, spray and pray style.I'd say I can get about 8 minutes of continuous shooting, full power, at maybe a shot per second before I start experiencing delays.You should also consider the speed, if you need to shoot at High Speeds like 250+ then these will not work. If you're using a controller you may even need to drop down to 160.Beyond that, no issues.Again, if you like automatic exposure and using the TTL or ETTL functions then this is obviously not for you since it doesn't offer that functionality at all. But if you use manual adjustments with your speed lights or you use a master controller then these are not only up to the job but they are incredibly affordable meaning you can have multiple flash units on standby if one gets broken.Really can't recommend them enough. I've bought 5 so far, broke one 560III and gave the other away once I got my IV's.I plan to buy a few more as backup and can happily say that I feel confident in my purchase.

Très bon au regard du prix

2026-01-03    -Pataud

Pour le prix c'est un super flash.Semble costaud même si tout en plastique.J'aurais aimé avoir la possibilité de le mettre en 1/250 mais on est limité a 1/125 max. La rotation de la tête semble costaud aussi donc pas de soucis pour mettre des accessoires assez lourds sur la tête du flash.