Yongnuo YN968S III Speedlite Flash for Sony

The Yongnuo YN968S III is a powerful and versatile shoe-mount flash designed specifically for Sony cameras with Multi Interface Shoe. With a guide number of GN60 at ISO 100 and 200mm, it delivers ample light for a wide range of shooting scenarios, from portraits to events. This flash supports TTL, Manual, and Multi (stroboscopic) modes, along with High-Speed Sync up to 1/8000s, giving you creative control over your lighting.

Advantages

High guide number ensures powerful output even in challenging conditions. Built-in 2.4GHz radio slave system allows wireless off-camera triggering with compatible Yongnuo triggers. The flash head rotates 360° horizontally and tilts from -7° to 90° vertically for flexible bounce lighting. A built-in LED light with adjustable brightness (approx. 300 lux at 1m) is perfect for video or fill light. Fast recycle time of 0.1-3 seconds keeps you ready for the next shot.

Suitable for

• Sony camera users needing a reliable on-camera flash
• Event and wedding photographers requiring fast recycle and HSS
• Studio and portrait photographers using off-camera wireless flash
• Videographers needing a continuous LED light source

Key specifications

• Guide Number: GN60 (ISO 100, 200mm)
• Flash Modes: TTL, Manual, Multi (Stroboscopic)
• Zoom Range: 20-200mm (Auto & Manual)
• High-Speed Sync: Yes, up to 1/8000s
• Wireless Triggering: Optical Slave (S1, S2), Yongnuo 2.4GHz Radio Slave
• Recycle Time: Approx. 0.1-3 seconds
• Power Source: 4x AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
• Head Rotation: Horizontal 0-360°, Vertical -7° to 90°
• Built-in LED Light: Yes, adjustable brightness
• Flash Exposure Compensation: ±3 EV in 1/3 stop increments
• Rear Curtain Sync: Yes
• Firmware Update: Yes, via USB port
• Compatibility: Sony cameras with Multi Interface Shoe
• External Power Port: Yes (for CP-E4 type battery packs)
• PC Sync Port: Yes
• Color Temperature: 5600K
• Flash Duration: 1/200s - 1/20000s

Recommendations

For best performance, use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Pair with Yongnuo RF-603S II or YN560-TX (Sony version) for reliable wireless triggering. The built-in LED light is a bonus for video work or close-up fill.