Godox’s New Lux Junior II Flash

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Godox has announced the Lux Junior II, an updated version of its retro-inspired compact flash that adds several new features while keeping the same classic look. The biggest upgrade is a new dual-axis design, making it much easier to bounce flash whether you are shooting horizontally or vertically. It also adds TTL metering, a built-in rechargeable battery, wireless receiver functionality, and a hybrid hot shoe that works with multiple camera systems. The flash is available in two version, the standard Lux Junior II for Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, OM System, and Panasonic cameras, and the Lux Junior II S, which is designed specifically for Sony cameras.

The flash is built to work with both digital and film cameras. Digital photographers get TTL automatic exposure, along with manual and multi-flash modes, while film shooters can continue using the built-in AUTO mode, which automatically adjusts flash output based on the camera’s ISO and aperture settings. There is also a 2.5mm sync port for compatible film cameras with PC sync connections. The new dual-axis design allows the flash body to rotate up to 180 degrees, while the flash head tilts upward by 90 degrees with several locking positions. Godox also includes a full CTO filter, half CTO filter, and a magnetic diffuser.

Unlike the original model, the Lux Junior II now has a built-in 2.4GHz wireless receiver that is compatible with the Godox X wireless system for off-camera flash setups, although it can only act as a receiver. Power comes from a built-in 7.4V, 700mAh rechargeable lithium battery, which charges via USB-C and is rated for around 400 full-power flashes with recycle times as fast as 1.5 seconds. Other features include high-speed sync up to 1/8,000 second, front and rear curtain sync, flash exposure compensation from -3 to +3 EV, manual power adjustment from full power down to 1/128, and flash durations ranging from 1/1,000 to 1/30,000 second. Sony users also get global shutter synchronisation on compatible cameras. Weighing 153g, the Godox Lux Junior II and Lux Junior II S are priced at $79.

You can see full details on Godox’s website here