Other than the sticker on the unit, there is ZERO difference between the Adorama Flashpoint eVolv 200, the Pixapro Pika 200 and the Godox AD200. Three years after their release, there are imitators but no-one close to competing with this innovative flash. For portraits, my favourite combination is to modify the fresnel flash head with the Maggrid and magsphere. Driven by the exceptional performance of AD200/AD200Pro, the AD-S200 maintains a consistent color temperature throughout its power range. Which is a concern if you are using a smaller lightstand and you definitely need someone strong to hold it if you are using assistants.

You can also remotely turn the modeling light on using a compatible controller like the X1T or XPro. Please check out if there is a sticker "Version A" on the light fixture, and then choose the corresponding firmware to upgrade.If in TTL mode then you will need to press the centre button first before using the dial to adjust flash exposure compensation.

It also features a standard thread at the bottom of the handle for mounting on a light stand, offering infinite ways to create in the studio or on location. In fact, one of my AD200’s has the on/off switch held in with gaffer tape since it broke off after taking a tumble. Suddenly I could use their innovative lighting solutions and still pump out much more power than a single speedlight.

The reason is because more powerful, I can use a lower power setting to emit the same amount of light and minimise the flash recycle time.