Godox A2 Adds Xenon Flash and Video Light to Compatible iPhones
The Godox A2 is a palm-sized iPhone accessory that provides a xenon flash for still photos and a separate bi-color LED for video, priced at $84.90. It supports TTL automatic exposure and manual adjustments through the Godox Camera app, with a guide number around 15 and high-speed sync up to 1/8000 second. The LED is rated about 3W and can be tuned from 2800K to 6000K for continuous lighting.
Godox positions the A2 as a compact iPhone lighting add-on costing $84.90. It pairs a short-duration xenon tube for stills with a continuous bi-color LED for video, letting users switch between freeze-style flash and steady illumination. The app handles automatic exposure or manual settings, including shutter speed and output from 1/128 to full power in third-stop steps.
The unit also claims high-speed sync as fast as 1/8000 second, Bluetooth control up to 15 meters, and NFC-assisted pairing. Its rechargeable 7.7V, 500mAh cell is said to deliver roughly 400 full-power flashes, about two-second recycling, and USB-C charging in around an hour. Magnetic mounting supports on-phone or off-camera placement.
For casual iPhone photographers and mobile video creators, the A2 may make dedicated flash and adjustable continuous light more accessible without carrying a camera bag. Its app-driven controls could encourage more deliberate lighting choices, while magnetic mounting may support flexible placement. The impact is likely modest, though: results depend on compatibility, close-range use, and the user’s willingness to learn exposure settings. It may mainly expand options for hobbyists, travelers, and small creators rather than replace professional lighting.