Godox Xpro C Firmware

[Narcisa Flierl]

Ihave this new trigger that is a Leica version. But it does not work with M11. It does work with SL2, SL2-S. I asked Godox if they could fix this issue and they asked me to send video and I did that. So TTL, HSS does not work with Godox flashed (I have AD300 pro), HSS would be nice.

Thanks for contacting Godox.

According to your description and video, we helped you feedback this problem to our technicians.

We're sorry that they don't have any solution for this problem right now, really sorry for the inconvenience.

But they will try their best to do more test to see if there is a way for this in the future, which we are not sure so far.

I've emailed Godox 3 or 4 months in a row. Once per month. Each time asking them to add M11 support. I always get a really nice reply that says the engineers don't have a M11 to test with. I've given up waiting for them to support the M11. They clearly don't care to do it.

I really dont understand this. Why dont they just ask Leica to send one M11 to them? I asked for a SL2-S and got it to try it out. This is win-win, just loan one unit for 1-2 month or whatever it takes. This is a showstopper at least for some users..

I haven't heard anything. I've sent at least half a dozen emails over the past year to "servicesupport at godox.com" before I gave up. My first email was January 6th, 2023. The last answer I received:

all this talk of not working had me concerned. I bought the proII trigger for leica and an AD200 to use with my M10 for a shoot back in October. worked flawlessly! traded up to an M11 and updated it to the 2,02 firmware the day after it was released. Hooked it up this morning and it works flawlessly.

The Godox X3 is a premium flash trigger, with a crystal clear OLED touchscreen and minimalist design. But does this trigger have the brains to match the beauty? In this review, I'll test the X3 versus Godox's previous flagship trigger and help you figure out which option is best for your flash kit.

I've been a fan of Godox's X trigger and flash ecosystem for a long time. With a single system, photographers are able to use small and inexpensive flashguns through large, studio style heads capable of 600 w/s. Photographers also benefit from cross-system compatibility, as just switching the inexpensive trigger allows all your existing flashes to work with the features of any brand of camera from a major manufacturer. Triggers are available for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji, and OM, with support for each brand's flavor of TTL metering.

The X wireless system is a 2.4 GHz RF protocol, and it's built into many Godox flashes. All the most popular models from Godox, like the V1, AD200, AD300, AD600, V860, and others, are compatible right out of the box. When using the brand-compatible trigger, like the S model with a Sony camera or N with Nikon, you also get access to each brand's TTL implementation. The RF setup is also easy, with support for 32 channels, 6 groups per channel, and a further 99 wireless ID settings. Godox supports channel scanning to find an empty channel, as well as the upcoming addition of Wireless Sync via flash firmware updates.

I've previously been using Godox's excellent X Pro II trigger, so I was interested to see what has changed with the X3. The biggest difference between these two triggers is the form factor. The X3 is very compact, taking up significantly less space and weight. The X3 saves all this space through a few optimizations: moving from AA batteries to a rechargeable lithium battery, moving many controls into the gorgeous touchscreen OLED, and reducing the size of the screen overall. For reference, the whole X3 trigger weighs as much as just the batteries for the X Pro II.

While the shift away from physical controls may not be exciting for everyone, after just a few minutes, I found that I was navigating the X3 with ease. Arguably, the interface is better suited for the most common flash tasks. Changing flash compensation, switching between TTL and manual, activating or deactivating groups, and triggering pops manually are all immediately accessible on the X3. Even accessing more niche settings is easy, as they are stored on their own pages within the UI.

For anyone afraid of touchscreens, there are still a few manual buttons for flash trigger, power/menu, and a clickwheel interface that gives iPod interface vibes (in a good way). While this clickwheel could be a good backup for people wearing gloves or dexterity considerations, the very small size (think pencil eraser) will present some challenges regardless.

At the bottom is a USB-C port for firmware updates and charging. Charging shouldn't be a very frequent concern, with Godox listing 40 hours of working time and 6600 flash pops across that 40 hours, or a max of 10,000 flashes in a rapid trigger scenario. Recharging finishes in 2 hours via a 5V/2A input.

The X3 has been rock solid in use. The X system is wireless, so unlike infrared or optical slave systems, you'll get consistent triggering within the range (328 feet or 100m). In crowded RF environments, I didn't run into any issues. When working with multiple photographers using the system, make sure to avoid conflicting channels to ensure consistent results. Max range testing in open spaces matched up with the 300+ feet listed, but this range will be reduced in the presence of thick walls or large metal structures, as will any RF system.

Compared to the X Pro II, the X3 does drop support for a few more niche features. Leica users will find that there is not currently a Leica-specific model, although Godox has said a model is planned. Also, support for the Godox phone app via Bluetooth has been dropped. Support for the Sekonic L-858 light meter appears to have been axed. Lastly, single contact triggering, which was supposed to ensure reliable triggering at high framerates, is no longer visible. Overall, I can understand the rationale behind most of these cuts. These are very niche features and probably weren't worth the development time. Still, users with a particular application will want to consider whether these are important to their workflow.

The X3 represents a new standard for Godox. I've always enjoyed using their products in the past, as they delivered great features and very strong value for the money. The X3, however, retains that value while elevating the build quality and feel to a premium level. The OLED display, UI, and snappy interface feel like they belong in a product from a far higher price point. Even the included case is well built, with a custom cutout, foam padding, and snazzy contrast zipper pull. I was surprised to find out that this module is at the same retail price as the older X Pro II trigger.

For most photographers, the single biggest consideration around a trigger will be reliable triggering and good compatibility. The X3 nails both points. Like previous X system products, it works reliably in all the scenarios I've tried, and supports a wide range of cameras and strobes.

Coming in at a smaller size, with a better-feeling UI, I'd recommend the X3 to most users over the X Pro II. Studio photographers who'd use the extra wireless functionality or the single-point trigger mode will still want the X Pro II. Some also may prefer the X Pro II's use of AA batteries or clickwheel and button interface.

As was helpfully pointed out, there is the ability to toggle the modeling lamp on a per group basis. If you're referring to that red focus assist light that some flashes or triggers have, it's not present on this trigger. I do know that many newer flashes are dropping that feature as it doesn't work well with mirrorless cameras anyways.

It works fine with my V1 or X2-T on my a7IV and a7RV. The threshold for activating it is quite low, so there are times when the environment is dark enough that I'd like it to kick in but not dark enough to make it actually do so. Pretty sure this is a function of the camera and not the flash/trigger. This is where the V1's modeling lamp comes in handy.

Its great to see the modern UIs on monoblocs and other flash gear... So why your speed lights in particular stuck with these old trashy mechanisms of control. On my old 600 RTs with spinach graphics, there was even a button combination to switch it to full manual. Super annoying. Yes it's older but that's my point, these interfaces are generally so old.

Just the difference between the two godox triggers above is insane. Progress is good, and more camera control-based interfaces need to grow up. Even for cameras as a whole, no one is really being brave with user interfaces. I guess the r&d money is something they would not rather spend or don't have the budget for. I guess.

Yeah, my biggest takeaway was the quality and care in design, UI, and materials. Godox gear has not been bad in the past, but this feels genuinely premium, even compared to OEM flash gear that I've used.

I want the opposite - a no screen tiny trigger that runs 10x longer, since I manipulate the strobes directly. The X1T will run for a month without needing to change batteries, but could use a leaner refresh.

2. Then, you have the caveman simple, Neewer RT-16. I had that trigger just laying around in my bag for over a year (maybe 2) and surprisingly it still had enough juice to fire the studio lights via cable for the day.

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