u/Yoguratcat

Godox has just released the C100 in China — their first product that can technically be called a “camera.”

But based on the paper specs, I think it is better understood as a compact light meter / framing tool with basic camera functions added, rather than a normal point-and-shoot digital camera.

The C100 has a 2MP camera, an equivalent 24mm field of view, and a transparent viewfinder-style display. It can show framing guides and basic information, while also reading the brightness in the central area to calculate exposure value. That part makes it more interesting for film camera users, especially as a small pocket light-meter-style accessory.

Some paper specs and features:

• 2MP image capture
• Equivalent 24mm field of view
• Transparent viewfinder-style display
• Exposure metering based on the central area
• Frame guide options: 16:9, 4:3, 3:2, and 1:1
• USB-C / OTG transfer support
• TF card support up to 128GB
• Around 65g, very pocketable
• Price：45USD （maybe）

To be clear, I have not received the unit yet, so this is not a hands-on review. This is only my early summary based on the specs currently available.

My current impression is: don’t buy it expecting a serious digital camera. The 2MP resolution already tells you what kind of product this is. It seems more like a fun experimental camera, a transparent-viewfinder gadget, and possibly a useful light-meter-style tool for film shooters.

One important downside: the shooting sound cannot be turned off when taking photos. So for anyone who needs silent shooting, this may be a dealbreaker, or at least something to consider carefully before buying.

Feel free to leave any questions you want me to test. Once I receive the C100, I’ll try to check the real image quality, metering accuracy, usability with film cameras, file transfer workflow, battery life, and whether it feels more like a toy, a camera, or a useful accessory.

• ^(With permission from Swedish photographer Anders Lattermann, based in Stockholm, Sweden, I’m sharing his hands-on experience with the Godox MF-T76 macro flash here.)
• ^(Anders is an exceptionally experienced photographer with a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and real-world shooting conditions. I believe his thoughts may be helpful for anyone in the community who is interested in macro photography or considering this new flash.)
• ^(Instagram: Lattesweden)
• ^(The credit text added to the white border at the bottom of the images was also included with Anders’ permission. His photography is truly outstanding.)

Godox recently introduced a new macro flash, the MF-T76, and I felt it was the right time to upgrade from my old macro flash.

My previous macro flash was very basic. It only had one fixed power setting, so I had to control exposure mainly by changing the distance to the subject or adjusting the aperture. That worked, but it also made the shooting process quite limited.

The MF-T76 gives me much more control. In manual mode, I can adjust the flash power directly, and it also supports TTL, which allows the flash to automatically adjust the output when I want a quicker and more flexible setup.

In both manual and TTL modes, I can also adjust the ratio between the two flash heads. That means one side can be set stronger than the other, instead of always having the same amount of light coming from both sides. For macro photography, this kind of control is very useful because even a small difference in lighting direction can change the whole look of the subject.

The two flash heads are also very flexible physically. They can be moved around the front ring, almost like the hands on a clock, and each head can also be angled separately. This makes it much easier to shape the light and avoid the flat look that can sometimes happen with direct front lighting.

Another feature I find very useful is the modeling light. Both flash heads have adjustable constant lights, which is helpful for video, but also very practical for still photography. It allows me to preview the direction and feel of the light before actually taking the photo.

One of the strongest parts of the MF-T76 is how well it fits into the Godox flash system. It has the built-in 2.4GHz Godox X wireless system, so it can work together with other Godox flashes.

It can be used as a receiver and take commands from another trigger, but it can also work as a controller and control other Godox lights while still being used as a macro flash itself. This makes it much more than just a simple twin-head macro flash.

The display is the older black-and-white LCD type, not a touchscreen. Personally, I did not find that to be a problem. The layout is very similar to other Godox products with this kind of screen, so it was easy to understand and set up.

The cables between the main unit and the flash heads are permanently attached. This has both advantages and disadvantages. It makes the unit a little less compact when packing, but I also think it improves reliability.

Detachable cables and connectors can sometimes create small glitches or contact issues, especially with equipment that is moved around a lot. So in this case, I think Godox made a reasonable design choice by keeping the cables attached.

The flash heads can be removed from the front ring, which helps make the kit easier to pack. The front ring snaps onto an adapter ring that screws into the filter thread of the lens.

The kit includes eight adapter rings, from 49mm to 77mm, so it should fit most lenses I would realistically use for macro work.

Compared with my old vintage macro flash, the larger central opening is also a big improvement. Many newer macro lenses have larger front filter diameters, and the MF-T76 is much easier to fit onto those lenses.

For the flower image, I used an AD200Pro II with a snoot to add side light onto and into the flower. The AD200Pro II was controlled by the MF-T76, while the MF-T76 also provided direct front light with both macro heads set to the same power.

*The setup was very simple, and it was easy to get the result I wanted. For me, this is where the MF-T76 really shows its value: it works well on its own, but it also becomes much more powerful when combined with other Godox lights.

Anders Lattermann

A few questions:

• Would you use this kind of sticker/skin on your flash?
• Which flash models would you want it for?
• What styles would you prefer? Minimal, black/gray, colorful, street-art, camera-themed, etc.

This is just an early idea for now, so honest feedback would be very helpful.

Thanks!

If you’re interested, it would also be helpful if you could mention your country in the comments, so we can better understand where the demand is coming from.

Hi everyone,

Regarding the iT32 V1.17 firmware update, I randomly tested multiple iT32 units from our warehouse.

After updating to V1.17, the tested units powered on normally and worked as expected.

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some honest feedback on the Godox FL15Bi design direction.

It’s a compact 15W bi-color LED light with 2800K–6500K CCT, CRI 97 / TLCI 98, around 253g, built-in 4750mAh battery, about 60 minutes runtime at full power, USB-C charging, IP54 dust/splash resistance, Bluetooth app control, 11 FX effects, and a TORCH mode for light painting.

It also comes with a zoom lens and 4-leaf barndoors, which makes it feel more like a small creative light-shaping tool rather than just another pocket LED.

My question is:

Does this design direction match what you would expect from a compact Godox light, or is there a gap between this and what users actually want?

Hi everyone,

If the features of the iM30 and iA32/IM20 were combined into one mini flash, which parts would you most want to keep?

Both models have the same GN15 / 49.2 ft guide number at ISO 100

For people using small flashes on mirrorless cameras, film cameras, compact cameras, or rangefinder-style setups: what would your ideal mini flash look like?

Also, since adding TTL would likely push the price higher, I’m leaving TTL out of this discussion for now.

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts.