Bolt VM-160-V2 LED Macro Ring Light (Version 2)
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Godox Lux Master Retro Camera Flash

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Bolt VM-160-V2 Macro vs Godox Lux Master Retro Comparison Overview

In this review, we'll compare the Bolt VM-160-V2 Macro Macro Ring flash with the Godox Lux Master Retro Macro Ring flash. We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two flashes. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Bolt VM-160-V2 Macro Key Specs

Macro Ring Type Flash

Fits any camera with a shoe mount

Weight: 224g / 0.49 lb

Dimensions: Controller: 4.1 x 2.8 x 1.7 inches (104.0 x 70.0 x 42.0 mm), Ring: 4.8 x 4.6 x 0.8 inches (123.0 x 117.0 x 21.0 mm)

Godox Lux Master Retro Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Fits any camera with a shoe mount

Guide Number: 82' / 0

Wireless Operation

0 to +90° Bounce Head

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Reasons to choose Bolt VM-160-V2 LED Macro Ring Light (Version 2) over Godox Lux Master Retro Camera Flash

Reasons to choose Godox Lux Master Retro Camera Flash over Bolt VM-160-V2 LED Macro Ring Light (Version 2)

Wireless Operation	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
Bounce Head	Yes (0 to +90°) vs No	Bounce the light to create softer and diffused lighting
Off-Camera Terminal	1/8" / 3.5 mm vs No	Trigger the flash via wired connection
Weight	g vs 224g	224g lighter

Common Weaknesses of Bolt VM-160-V2 LED Macro Ring Light (Version 2) and Godox Lux Master Retro Camera Flash

Swivel Head	No vs No	Head doesn't swivel for side bouncing
Flash Compensation	No vs No	No flash compensation setting on the unit
TTL Operation	No vs No	No Through the Lens Auto Exposure

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Bolt VM-160-V2 Macro vs Godox Lux Master Retro Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

GENERAL
Brand	Bolt	Godox
Manufacturer Product Code	VM-160-V2	LUX MASTER
Type	Macro Ring	On Camera
Mount Type	Shoe Mount (Controller), Lens Mount (Flash)	-
TECHNICAL SPECS
Guide Number	-	82' / 25m at ISO 100
Power Range	1/1 to 1/128 (Manual)	-
TTL Operation	No	No
Wireless Operation	No	Radio (TTL/Manual) Up to 328.1' / 100 m, Optical Pulse (Manual) Unspecified Range
FEATURES
Auto-Zoom Head	No	No
Bounce Head	No	0 to +90°
Off-Camera Terminal	No	1/8" / 3.5 mm
Mobile App Compatibility	No	No
Secondary Illumination	No	No
Exposure Controls	Manual	TTL via Separate Commander, Automatic (Non-TTL), Manual
High-Speed Sync / HSS	No	No
Second Curtain Sync	No	No
Slow Sync Mode	No	No
Stroboscopic Mode	No	No
BATTERY and PHYSICAL SPECS
Internal Power	4x AA	1x Rechargeable (Lithium)
External Power-Pack	No	No
Weight	224g / 0.49 lb	-
Dimensions	Controller: 4.1 x 2.8 x 1.7 inches (104.0 x 70.0 x 42.0 mm), Ring: 4.8 x 4.6 x 0.8 inches (123.0 x 117.0 x 21.0 mm)	-