Do Yongnuo flashes use different model suffixes for Canon and Nikon versions?
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I see Yongnuo transmitters like the YN622C-TX for Canon and YN622N-TX for Nikon, where the “C” and “N” clearly indicate the camera system. The YN685 flash also exists in Canon and Nikon TTL versions, but some retailers list the Canon model simply as “YN685” while the Nikon one is listed as “YN685 N.” Does Yongnuo consistently use C/N suffixes across its product line, or is the naming inconsistent depending on the product or seller?
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The Canon Version of the YN685 was announced in the Summer of 2015 and began shipping in September of 2015. The Nikon version of the YN685 was not announced until March 23, 2016 and didn't hit the streets until May 2016. That may have something to do with the Canon version not having a "C" in the name as listed at most online retailers.
The official model names are YN685 C for Canon and YN685 N for Nikon as seen in the fine print in the listings at B&H. Amazon lists the Canon version as the YN685 and the Nikon Version as the YN685 N.
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No—Yongnuo’s naming is not completely consistent across all products or listings. In practice, sellers often use “C” and “N” to distinguish Canon and Nikon TTL versions, but retailer listings may omit the suffix on the Canon version, especially when it was released first and was the only version available for a while.
For the YN685 specifically, the official versions are YN685 C (Canon) and YN685 N (Nikon), but many stores list the Canon model simply as YN685 and the Nikon model as YN685 N.
Also, not every Yongnuo flash needs a system-specific suffix: some manual-only models are effectively universal and work with multiple camera brands through the center pin, so they may not have separate Canon/Nikon versions.
Bottom line: don’t assume Yongnuo always applies the suffix consistently in product titles. Check the full description, compatibility notes, and product photos to confirm whether a listing is the Canon or Nikon TTL version.
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