Godox Introduces V480 – An Innovative Compact Manual Flash
Meet the Godox V480: an elegant flash with a guide number of 50, providing high-quality light wherever you are. It's powered by a high-capacity lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 650 full-power flashes with a fast recycle time of 1.7 seconds. Featuring a color touchscreen and buttons for intuitive control. With high-speed sync up to 1/8000s, a built-in 2.4GHz wireless control system, and a 10-step controllable LED modeling lamp, the V480 is the compact solution for any creative endeavor.
Intuitive Touchscreen & Buttons
The V480’s 2.0-inch color touchscreen and physical buttons work in tandem for quick, precise adjustments. Tap, swipe, or press to change settings without interrupting your workflow.
Intelligent Distance Readings
Say goodbye to exposure guesswork. The V480's display shows the effective flash range in real-time, so you’ll instantly know if your subject is within optimal range – perfect for tight spaces, bounce flash, or fast-paced events.
Transmitter & Receiver Functionality
The built-in Godox 2.4GHz wireless system allows the V480 to act as a master flash or a slave with 32-channel operation up to 100m away. Control multiple flashes directly – no additional trigger needed.
Pro-Level Flash Modes
The V480 gives you full creative control with TTL, Manual, Multi-mode, and High-Speed Sync up to 1/8000s. Fine-tune your lighting with flash exposure compensation and choose between first or second curtain sync.
Lightweight and Portable
Weighing only 282g (361g with battery), the V480 fits comfortably in your hand and can be stashed in any camera bag. The flash is designed to be exceptionally compact while still delivering ample power.
650 Full-Power Flashes
The 7.2V/2200mAh rechargeable battery delivers up to 650 full-power flashes and a recycle time of just 1.7 seconds. USB-C charging lets you easily top up the battery between sessions, so you can shoot all day.
10-Step Controllable Modeling Lamp
See exactly how your flash will sculpt shadows and highlights with the built-in LED modeling lamp. Perfect for pre-visualizing light direction and intensity, it lets you dial in your settings before you even take a shot.
Bounce and Swivel Head
Tilt from -7° to 120° and swivel 330° for precise bounce angles. Use walls, ceilings, or floors to create soft, natural fill or striking side light, adapting instantly to any shooting environment.
Creative Light Shaping
Pull out the reflective panel for crisp, sparkling catchlights, or deploy the wide-angle diffuser to soften and expand coverage for group shots or environmental portraits. These built-in tools let you shape light instantly—no extra attachments needed.
Wide Accessory Compatibility
Expand your creative toolkit with ease: attach softboxes, reflectors, snoots, and more using the S2 manual flash bracket. One flash, infinite possibilities.
Technical specifications:
Compatibility: Canon E-TTL auto
Guide number: 50 at ISO 100
Flash duration: 1/600 - 1/20000 sec.
Manual and auto zoom: 24-105 mm
Modeling lamp color temperature: 5300°K
Modeling lamp: 2W
Vertical head adjustment: -7° - 120°
Horizontal head adjustment: 0° - 330°
Operating mode: TTL Autoflash, Manual Flash, 1/8000s High-Speed Sync, Flash Exposure Compensation, Flash Exposure Lock, Second Curtain Sync, Modeling Flash, etc. HSS, Front Curtain Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Multi Flash
High-speed synchronization: up to 1/8000 sec. (depending on the camera)
Global shutter speed sync: up to 1/80000 sec.
Strobe mode (Multi mode) - From 2 to 100 flashes and frequency from 1Hz to 199Hz
Compatible with Godox X1TC, X2TC, Xpro-C, XproII-C or X3 triggers
Power supply: Lithium-ion polymer battery (VB22)
Battery capacity: 7.2 V/2200 mAh
Battery charging time: 2.5 hours (AC power), 4 hours car charger
Recycle time: <1.7 sec.
Number of flashes per charge: approx. 650 flashes
