High Speed Sync (HSS) with just a Speedlight Flash in Broad Day Sunlight using Pixel Kings in Hawaii 

Hey Jason, you keep opening up new possibilities and more ways to spend $$. Loved it!

Hey there everyone! Just a simple video showing how you could use a speedlight flash in sunlight using HSS. No modifiers used. Could I use more? Sure, but the purpose is to show you what results you can get with minimal gear. All shots edited using Lightroom only. Thanks for watching!

That location and pictures are awesome!

Hey Jason! Love your videos. Ive found an even more affordable solution for HHS and TTL. I got the Godox TT600S and X1T-s transmitter for 115 on amazon. the flash also has a built in receiver

Thx I found the link to ur gear. Keep up the good shooting.

Subscribed, love your style Jason!

I thought the reason for High Speed Sync was to allow you to shot a more wide open F/stop, to blur out the backgrounds? These shots everything appears in focus. So, I could of gotten same results with regular flash speeds. Correct?

Damn I need a flash, explains all the shadows in my pics....so much to learn...

Great video and thanks for sharing what is working for you on your shoots. Why do you choose Pixel King over Pocket Wizard? Can you use this with an A6000 using a Canon 430 Speedlite? Also can you recommend a light weight sturdy tripod that can easily travel on airplanes and be reliable since I have to carry my carry for long hikes on my backpack.

Jason great shoot. One question: these somewhat surreal looks to your pictures is it done through HDR editing?

Jason...nice video but you're talking about gear we can't buy anymore. I can't find the pixelking anywhere!

Great....which Lense have you used for that Shooting?

I have a Nikon d750 and Godox X1Tn. When I put the x1tn on the camera I have a delay when shutter fires, WHY???

very nice channel

Jason, what brand and kind of hat is that? Love it! :)

You didn't give us the settings for the speedlight

Jason images look great. What kind of monopod is that? Thx Ew

Is it just me or your 4K video is not focus on your face?

Appreciate the education and simplicity of your shoots. Your B&W editing though seems like just a complete desaturation of normal color photos. They are just way too grey for my taste.

Where's your crew Jason?! :-)

iso 320???

Santa Maria Guadalupe.

Mandame tu correo

I'm not sure if a video on RU-vid has been taken off for inappropriate tripod use, but this may come close, haha, thanks for the laughs Jason. And another great video too.

I'm amazed at how this works without a softbox! I like to pack as light as possible so this is definitely a game-changer. Thanks for this.

Jason, Godox just have released there new TT685S Flash Kits . HSS and TTL, compatible with Sony A7's series cameras and Sony FLM series Flash 60 65 45 . no adapters needed. 👍

This equipment is dated now. I didn't move to Odin because Godox/Flashpoint is now the value leader. Get you some Flashpoint stuff from Adorama if your watching this video in todays market.

“Hope you enjoy the 4K!” *is out of focus* 🤣 Sorry it’s a great video I just had to have a quick laugh!

Please sir I need help.. I have the TT600 but each time I enable the HSS on the flash unit and try to trigger it with the X1 on my Canon 80D Once I click the shutter button The HSS trips off immediately and it shoots at default sync speed. So I end up not achieving the HSS

Hello. a question the Newwer 565EX flash has that option to put high speed? or the problem is my Nikon d3100 camera. ? what can i do in this bucket to be able to take pictures with high speed ? thank you.

Maybe you can try this but on sony a 6000 and godox with X1 flash? those we, normal mortal like/can afford to use. Would be nice :). Many thanks...

Hey. Can someone please explain the Santa Maria de Guadeloupe comment. I'm from the UK so I don't really get the reference. Thanks

Jason, Have you used this flash with Gary Fongs Speed Snoot and Grid? Like/Dislike?

Lol, at 4:40 I was thinking exactly the same thing. ;-). Thanks for always taking the time out to make these videos for your followers.

1/5000s speed? Did you want to photograph a fighter jet plane? A time machine?

what do you think about the godox tt350s for Sony A6000 in terms of using it outdoor like you did?

Did you use a dead cat on your mic? If not you might want to do that in the future to muffle the wind.

1/1 power for the speedlite......................so can I walk around at a wedding with the speedlight outside

Definitely not a fan of these pics. Just didn't look good at all.

HELLO SIR, is your white balance set for flash?

how do you figure when to use ISO 100 or bump it up to 320?

Pixel king Compatible with flash hvl60 🤔?

Nice video like the fact you show us how your setting your Sony up. I don't understand why you screw around with a 1/1 jerry rig though. Why don't you use that new Odin II system and then it will work like it should. I am gonna get it with a Indra 500 and a couple of Mitros + flashes soon as I can afford it. My yongnuo works great for me with speedlights but they do not have a Nikon version of their strobe out and its been over a year so I may move over to Odin.

The Donkey is strong in you ;)

i am using off camera Flash and my problem is i can only shoot with sync speed of 1/250 and aperture 11 if i change my shutter speed my pictures coming too dark or too bright i dont know how u r using shutter speed 1/400 or more is there any one to help me ?

Sir you are simply great.. purchased new A 6300 for my videography. ...thanks for your great guidence

I wrote a comment that HSS works with A7R2 using a Sony HVL-F56AM flash but was wrong. The flash does flash but it does not fully light the frame which is very frustrating since it shows sony doesn't support older flashes. The HSS Function works well with the nex 7 but not with the A7R2. If anyone knows how to get it to work with the A7R2, please let me know. I am using a PIXEL tf-324 adapter on the camera to get the flash with the old minolta mount.

Just got my Pixel Kings from China. Been playing around. I totally understand why you say "my fake skies". Using HSS and getting properly exposed skies with flash filling in your subject is amazing. My photos don't even look real (in a good way). Thanks for your training.

Did you yell out what I think you did? Santa Maria… 🤣

good video...really awful audio when he is farther than 4 feet from the camera and the music nearly drowns him in rhythmic slush...glad when it was gone...humor was great lol! BTW..RU-vid is not displaying it in 4k.

At full power output the B1 and the B2 has a flash duration of 1/1000 of a second. So if you set your shutter speed on the camera to 1/2000 of a second or higher you do not need the option of high speed sync because the shutter speed is now twice as fast as the flash duration. You can use this option over high speed sync with any flash or speed light because At full power output all electronic flashes have a flash duration slower than the maximum shutter speed of any camera. This technique makes it possible for anyone who has even a inexpensive or old speed light the ability to achieve the same affect as high speed sync.

I have D7200 with Ad200 Godox flash. Once I have my XPRO on HSS, high do you know what is the correct shutter speed? Thank in advance for helping. I’m new to HSS.

HMMM, nope the new sony MIS shoe is considerably worse than the minolta style one, for flashes anyways, and the adapter is cheap and shitty too, many a broken flash because of its poor locking ability. all to align their camera hotshoes with point and shoots and video cameras, who obivously are markets for big, heavy expensive flashes... sigh.

Hi Jason I'm a big fan of yours and almost everyday I look for your videos to learn things about photography. I hope you can time to reply for this messages. My question is if you don't mind......I have a Sony A7II and F43M External Flash and want it to be HSS, which trigger to buy so I can set up like one in this video. Thank you so much in advance...More power to you...

hey jason, what is the deal with sony flashes mounted on a7rIII in HSS. HSS does not work if you tilt the head up from 90 degrees. i have a hvl-f60m head. other speed lights are fine and much cheaper. hey sony, what the hell!!!

I swear everytime search for photography tips the first videos that pop up are from The Lord Of the Fedora and your videos are also the only ones i watch no need to go anywhere else. Thanks for your hard work bro.

Atleast I've learned something 📸📸 keep up

could you achieve these looks with godox tt600?

Hey Jason, did you ever test these out with any Nikon speedlights? I have a few SB-910 and YN-568EX units that I am desperately trying to use in HSS. Thanks

p.p.s. using the Pixel King triggers...both the hvl58am & the hvl56am fired in HSS with the flash head straight up (not at the 90 degree config)...the HSS indicator did turn off when I flipped the head up but they still both fired pefectly (I went as high as 1/2000 sec)

I don't get it. Why bother with HSS if DOP is so wide that the same image could have been shot with 1/250 and f/16.

Hi Jason, off topic of this video, i invested in Sony A mount lenses when the only type of more pro camera was attached to A mount system and FE mounts were attached to the point and shoot Nex cameras , I was considering upgrading my camera body, to a mirror-less version (FF.) From what you know is there a decent third party adapter that allows full function of my Sony/Zeiss A mount lenses (i only have 5 but would loose a lot to sell all and buy new) and what sort of job do they do or should I stick with my A77 body? or wait for a new A frame body (if they ever make one). I do know Sony make an adapter but they are real bulky. if you every get an option to do any video's related to that would be good. Great videos 2, I appropriate you taking the time and trouble to make/post them.

Brother, I hate you clothing style. However, I love you photography style!! Keep up the good work!

Hi Jason. i wonder if i can use me Pixel King X to do HSS with my A6000 (w/ some trics maybe), but it's basically for Nikon flashes. Well, i tried but it didn't work. any ideas?

Jason. Loving the videos you are making. I'm a uk wedding photographer and shoot Canon. I have just bought an a6000 for fun and love it. I have canon and sigma lenses. Have you used the MC-11 adapter ? Which is for Sony to Sigma. It promises a lot. If you haven't can we have one of your great vids on it. Thanks in advance - Jeff.

What monopod are you using here, im using a Suri thats looks almost the same but yours has even longer looking legs offering even moore stability when leaving a speed light unattended.

Where is the link to the pixel king triggers and receiver?

you can also use the Sony hvl 56am speedlight with the pixel king triggers for HSS...suggest using the Pixel battery pack with both the hvl58am & the hvl56am for better recycle time and for controlling any heating issues..great video!

P.S. - I have seen your MC-11 video 10th March but wondered what it would be like in the 'real world' , thanks again for all your videos.

congratulations men, you are so professional photographer , and you spanish is soo good perfect

Just left message on other Nitsirk video, Finally got my A7R2 to work HSS with my HVL-F56AM using pixel adapter. Thank you for these teaching videos.

nissin work awesome, just have to use good batteries in trigger and flash unit. Most people use rechargeable batteries and it'll misfire.

what is the stand youre using to mount the flash. it looks so tall , so im imagining expensive? id love to get one of those . where can I get one?

You have taught me so much, thank you. I purchased the flashpoint (2) after your video in Australia and love them. I do have a question, hope it's not a dumb one. I thought the purpose of HSS is to blur the background, yet your photos show the background in focus. Is this due to the distance from you to the model in relation to the background?

Why do you do all your tests with most expensive gear. Try Sony a6000 and Nikon SB700 for example. Most novices don't want to spend that sort of money on top of the range gear.

Fantastic video. Taylor made for my love of HSS, Nikon with Yongnuo triggers and SL's. Need the Sony and the Hawaii backdrop!

Love the Videos Jason! Will you be doing a review on the Nissin Di700A Flash Kit with Air 1 Commander for Sony Cameras anytime soon?

Dude,,,,,,windsock on your microphone,,,,,,please

Absolutely lovely as always. I have the pixel kings and the Flashpoint 600 from Adorama. I know I need the MAA for the Sony, but do I need an adapter for the moonlight?

Great video, Jason, can't wait to see your thoughts on the new, Godox AD 200/ Flashpoint Evolv, as it is hybrid speed light and Monolight.

I am comment 69 enough said with that tripod. So funny. Made me laugh. Thanks for uploading.

p.s. both the hvl 58am & hvl 56am have the old minolta connection so you won't need any adapter for the speedlight

Jason, how did you put that light stick together? I know you mentioned it was a monopod but I haven't seen monopods with feet that wide. Also it looked a lot longer than a standard monopod (pause) lol

+Jason Lanier I was curious about the filter that can be seen on your camera at 7:05. Was this an ND filter?

I didn't have trouble with the hsson the Nissan as long as I used the Air Commander with it. I could also adjust the power of the flash as well..

FYI, the GREAT NEWS: Sony will offer a new Trigger and Receiver very soon!

Pixel king no longer available. You have link to the mono pod you were using

What kind of tripod are you using

What flash do you have? What model is it?

Im a total newbie to photography but are these flashes all manual or TTL. The results he's getting are just stellar.

great video (Y) should i rise up my iso with speedlites as i see a lot of photographers go with strobes 50iso !

great video. She always takes nice shots. thanks for the video they are invaluable for guys like me

thank you jason,can use this combo with HVL-F43M flash? for off camera HSS?

Love your videos!! I have a canon 320ex flash, can i use it on my sony a7II?

Great content. been following your channel for about a year. always excited to see where your work takes you. Also the first video that actually talks about how to do anything with a sony flash.

At the bottom of the non video portion

Santa María Guadalupe que mujeron

Can't find pixel kings anywhere, what other options are there?

to use hss, can u use the flash in ttl mode?, or does it have to be on manual at full power?

Hello sir how to set high power in godox v860 mark 2 Canon flash