Yongnuo YN560 IV Speedlite

Yongnuo YN560 IV is a manual speedlite designed for photographers who want straightforward, repeatable flash control both on and off camera. It combines a GN58 output at ISO 100 / 105 mm with a built-in 2.4GHz radio transceiver, so the same unit can work as a conventional shoe-mounted flash, a wireless master or a wireless receiver. Unlike TTL speedlites, the YN560 IV does not calculate flash exposure automatically — power is set manually, which makes it especially useful in controlled portrait, product and multi-light setups where consistency between frames is more important than automation.

GN58 output with manual control from 1/1 to 1/128

The flash offers eight main power levels from full power down to 1/128, with 29 adjustment steps in total. Yongnuo specifies a guide number of GN58 at ISO 100 with the head set to 105 mm. Flash duration ranges from approximately 1/200 to 1/20,000 second depending on output, while recycle time is around three seconds with AA alkaline batteries at full power. Multi mode is also available for stroboscopic sequences, giving the unit more flexibility for creative motion effects and repeated flashes within a single exposure.

Built-in 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver

One of the most useful features of the YN560 IV is its integrated radio system. In TX mode it can control compatible YN560-series flashes without a separate transmitter, while RX mode allows it to receive commands from units such as the YN560-TX and compatible RF-603 / RF-602 system devices. The radio range reaches approximately 100 metres and 16 channels are available. The flash can also be triggered optically in S1 or S2 mode, with S2 designed to ignore a pre-flash before responding to the main exposure.

24–105 mm zoom head for bounce and direct flash

The motorised flash head covers 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 80 and 105 mm positions and can tilt from -7° to 90° and rotate through 270°. This makes it easy to work with direct flash, bounce light from walls or ceilings, or point the unit into umbrellas and other small modifiers. The head position, power and wireless settings are shown on the rear LCD, while a PC sync port and external power connection provide additional options for studio and off-camera use.

Manual compatibility across multiple camera systems

The YN560 IV is a single-contact manual flash rather than a dedicated TTL unit. Yongnuo lists compatibility with many Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, Olympus, Fujifilm and Panasonic cameras equipped with a standard centre-contact hot shoe. When mounted on a compatible camera it fires in manual mode only — TTL, HSS and brand-specific electronic communication are not supported. This makes it a good rental choice when the flash will be used with manual exposure or as part of an off-camera lighting setup.

Rent Yongnuo YN560 IV at CamCam Rental

At CamCam Rental the YN560 IV is a practical option for simple portrait, product and multi-flash setups where manual control is sufficient. We can help you choose suitable stands, umbrellas, softboxes or wireless accessories and check whether the flash is appropriate for your camera setup. Availability can be checked online and the rental can be ordered directly through the website.