In the third version of the YN-160 lamp, the company Yongnuo has decided to align the structure with other products. The device's housing is slimmer and allows for the use of a Sony NP-F series battery and an 8V power supply. Additionally, LEDs with a color rendering index (CRI) of 95+ have been used.

Built-in diodes in two types (192 pieces) provide illumination with a color temperature ranging from 3200 to 5500 Kelvin. The brightness and color temperature can be adjusted smoothly via the rotary knob. The device is equipped with a switch that allows you to change the brightness in 10% increments or precisely by 1%. The lamp features a battery status indicator and an operational indicator.

The lamp set includes a hot shoe adapter, allowing it to be mounted directly on a camera or camcorder. The 1/4-inch tripod thread located at the base enables installation on a standard photo tripod. The set also includes a handy "grip" holder, allowing you to hold the lamp in hand and mount it on lighting stands. The YN-160III features gates that allow for light control.

The set includes two diffusers: a scattering diffuser and a warming diffuser.