Manual System Flash
A manual flash does exactly what you set it to do, and it does it the same way for every shot. No automatic mode that “thinks for itself” and ends up producing inconsistent results. Here you’ll find manual clip-on flashes from Godox, including the compact iT series, which works with virtually any camera that has a hot shoe—without requiring system-specific electronics.
Why manual?
A manual flash doesn't have TTL metering. You set the power yourself, usually in steps ranging from full power down to a fraction of that. What might sound like a step backward at first is actually an advantage in many situations.
Consistent lighting for every shot
A TTL system remets for every shot. If the subject moves or suddenly holds up something bright, the camera adjusts the flash output, and your series of shots suddenly ends up with images of varying exposure. When set manually, the lighting remains constant no matter what happens in the frame. In the studio, for product photography, and anywhere a series of shots needs to look consistent, this is why professionals shoot manually.
System-independent
Because there’s no data exchange with the camera, manual flashes operate via the center contact in the hot shoe and are therefore compatible with almost any camera body—including older models and cameras from manufacturers for which accessories are scarce. You don’t have to commit to a specific system, and when you switch cameras, you keep the flash.
Compact for on the go
The Godox iT series is intentionally compact and fits in your jacket pocket. This is often just right for fill-in flashes, as a second light in the background, or as lightweight travel gear. If you need automatic mode right away because the lighting situation is constantly changing, the system flash with TTL is the better choice.













