First Studio Head

Dr Wu said:
Anyone used one of these?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Godox-DE-300-Compact-Strobe-Lighting/dp/B00MA9HM8M

i'm considering it as my first strobe so was hoping for some opinions on its suitability.
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Godox sell thousands of lights, many of them branded by resellers. So it'll probably work great and be reliable.

However, you aren't getting a proper warranty, so if something does go wrong, you're stuffed.

A few £ more gets you a similar but improved product from Lencarta with a long warranty and proper customer support, you pays your money, you takes your choice.
 
Dr Wu said:
Anyone used one of these?
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It's actually a really nice little light, assuming you get a good unit (cheap Asian brands tend to have terrible Quality Assurance) it's really no different in practical terms from buying a Bowens 200, Elinchrom D-lite 2 etc.

The only complaint I recall is the power adjustment range is fairly limited (the more expensive DS300 has an extra stop), I bought mine second hand and paid something like £30 which left me with little to complain about. As your first studio head I think it's probably the best cheapest choice you could make but I'm sure it used to be closer to £60 than £80.
 
I'm with Phil V on this, I'd recommend paying a small premium for the peace of mind buying from Lencarta will give you as well as the excellent advice and customer service you'll get.
 
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