TTL metering and TTL flash – Speedlite flashes, studio strobes and flash triggers with TTL mode

In photography, TTL (through-the-lens) metering is a feature of cameras whereby light levels are measured through the lens that captures the picture, as opposed to a separate metering window. This information can then be used to set the correct exposure, and control the amount of light emitted by a flash connected to the camera. TTL Flash Metering is the standard metering mode that your camera employs where you’re using the camera’s built-in pop-up flash. You can also use this metering mode with some of the dedicated flash units available for your camera. TTL flash metering measures the burst of flash output light reflecting back from the subject and takes its reading through the lens. TTL manipulates the flash exposure with a dedicated sensor that measures the flash output reflected from the surface of the image sensor during active exposure.

TTL flashes and triggers are usually much easier to use than manual ones, especially for beginners. If you are using TTL speedlites like Yongnuo YN600EX-RT II or YN685, Pixel X800C, Shanny SN600N or any other TTL speedlite flash then you can simply take photos in camera auto mode, the camera and speedlite will choose the correct settings. If you prefer to shoot in manual mode, then everything you need is to set ISO, aperture and shutter speed, and speedlite flash will calculate the amount of light needed for the correct exposure. If you are using manual speedlite then you will have to set flash power also, which requires a little practice and experience.

TTL flashes and triggers have another big advantage over manual ones and that is AF assist lamp. Built in AF Assist lamp helps camera to focus in low light situations. Manual flashes do not have auto focus assist lamp so please take that in mind when choosing the flash for your needs. In our opinion, manual flashes like Yongnuo YN560 IV or Yongnuo YN660 are great, but we prefer to use them off-camera for 2nd or 3rd light, not for the on-camera flash.

When it comes to radio triggers then most higher-end triggers support ttl metering. These triggers will give you much more versatility than any other non-TTL triggers. Manual triggers do not allow you to remote control your flash from Camera like TTL triggers do. Imagine putting a flash speedlite into a softbox and adjusting it from your camera directly. Either you choose Yongnuo YN622 triggers, Godox X1 triggers, Pixel King pro triggers you can not go wrong. All of these systems support TTL, HSS, remote control and all other important features.

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$115.99

Shanny SN-E3-RT

Shanny SN-E3-RT is an affordable, reliable and robust device, suitable for use by a wide range of photographers who are seeking full ETTL capability at a fraction of the price being offered by the Canon alternative. This is yet another impressive release from the Shanny, and it is encouraging to hear that we are promised further additions to the Shanny line.

SN-E3-RT is a dedicated transmitter for the Canon RT wireless flash system. It is compatible with Canon and Shanny RT enabled speedlites and brings some important features which Canon ST-E3-RT transmitter lacks.

$46.99

Shanny SN910TX

Shanny SN910TX is a dedicated trigger for the SN910EX-RF wireless 2.4 GHz speedlite flashes for Nikon DSLR cameras. Similar as using a SN910EX-RF as master, it is able to trigger SN910EX-RF flashes in three different groups. It also includes HSS mode, remote zoom control and an autofocus assist lamp, as was the case with the SN910EX-RF flashes.

$129.99

Shanny SN600EX-RF

Shanny SN600EX-RF is a 2.4GHz wireless radio master and slave speedlite flash, with a high guide number of 60 (iso100, 200mm), high speed sync and full E-TTL support. SN600EX-RF is an excellent flash. The 2.4 GHz radio transmission built-in is amazing since it is very reliable and gives very accurate results. It is really well built and it is loaded with features.

Shanny SN600EX-RF features a built-in 2.4 GHz TTL transceiver, which can function both as a master and a slave to other SN600EX-RF flashes. Shanny did a great job making a flash that not only performs excellent, but is also very well built and user friendly.

$126.99

Shanny SN910EX-RF

Shanny SN910EX-RF is an excellent flash. The 2.4 GHz radio transmission built-in is amazing since it is very reliable and gives very accurate results. It is really well built and it is loaded with features. The addition of built-in transceivers was something that Nikon users have been waiting for and We think Shanny made the right step of making this mainstream

Shanny SN910EX-RF features a built-in 2.4 GHz TTL transceiver, which can function both as a master and a slave to other SN910EX-RF flashes. Shanny’s so-called W-CLS, or Wireless Creative Lighting System is an aftermarket radio protocol for Nikon-compatible flashes
Shanny has managed to make a flash that not only performs excellent, but is also very user friendly

$104.99

Shanny SN600C-RT

Shanny SN600C-RT is Shanny’s flagship speedlite model for Canon DSLRs, providing most features of the Canon 600EX-RT. Basically it provides all of the important features of Canon 600EX-RT flash except radio master mode.

SN600C-RT is a great E-TTL, HSS, RT enabled speedlite flash for both on and off-camera use. It is fully compatible with Canon RT wireless system and so it is a great alternative to the higher priced Canon 600EX-RT flash. For both on and off-camera use, SN600C-RT is looking to be one of the best choices among inexpensive flashes currently available.

 

$119.99

Shanny SN600SN

Shanny SN600SN is a great i-TTL and HSS enabled speedlite flash for both on and off-camera use. It is a great alternative to the higher priced Nikon SB700 and SB910 speedlite flashes. For on-camera use, SN600SN is looking to be one of the best choices among inexpensive flashes currently available.

SN600SN is one of the most affordable Shanny flashes for both professional or advanced amateur Nikon shooters. It is an excellent choice for on-camera use as well as off-camera use in combination with radio triggers. The build quality is good and it feels solid. It is feature rich, supporting i-TTL, HSS, 2nd curtain sync, wireless and optical master and slave modes, auto and manual zoom, flash exposure compensation, flash exposure bracketing and much more.

$119.99

Shanny SN600SC

Shanny SN600SC is a great E-TTL II and HSS enabled speedlite flash for both on and off-camera use. It is a great alternative to the higher priced Canon 580EX II and 600EX-RT flashes. For on-camera use, SN600SC is looking to be one of the best choices amongst inexpensive flashes currently available.

SN600SC is one of the most affordable Shanny flashes for both professional or advanced amateur Canon shooters. It is an excellent choice for on-camera use as well as off-camera use in combination with Yongnuo YN622C wireless triggers. The build quality is good and it feels solid. It is feature rich, supporting e-TTL (II), HSS, 2nd curtain sync, wireless and optical master and slave modes, auto and manual zoom, flash exposure compensation, flash exposure bracketing and much more.

$89.99

Shanny SN600N

Shanny SN600N is an economical i-TTL and HSS enabled flash for on camera use. It is a great alternative to the higher priced Nikon models. For on-camera use, SN600N is looking to be the best bang for the buck inexpensive flash currently available.

SN600N is the most affordable Shanny flash speedlite for both professional or advanced amateur Nikon shooters. It is an excellent choice for on-camera use. The build quality is good and it feels solid. It is features rich, supporting i-TTL, 2nd curtain sync, wireless and optical slave modes, auto and manual zoom, flash exposure compensation, flash exposure bracketing and much more.

 

$89.99

Shanny SN600C

Shanny SN600C is an economical E-TTL and HSS enabled flash for on camera use. It is a great alternative to the higher priced Canon models. For on-camera use, SN600C is looking to be the best bang for the buck inexpensive flash currently available.

SN600C is the most affordable Shanny flash speedlite for both professional or advanced amateur Canon shooters. It is an excellent choice for on-camera use as well as off-camera use in combination with Yongnuo YN622C wireless triggers. The build quality is good and it feels solid. It is features rich, supporting e-TTL, 2nd curtain sync, wireless and optical slave modes, auto and manual zoom, flash exposure compensation, flash exposure bracketing and much more.