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Profoto Acute 2 - 2400 Watt/Second Ringflash Lamphead
Popular with fashion photographers for freely positioned, direct, and detailed light without harshness. Excellent for small interiors, or table top applications.
The ringflash fits all Acute power packs, and is an entirely moblile source of light. The adjustable tripod mount bracket and wide interior (100mm diameter) allows for fitting all types of cameras and lenses in many formats.
Optional Softlight Reflector increases the size of the light source, with fewer sharp shadows. Optional Close-Up Reflector focuses the light source 20" (50 cm) in front of the camera lens. With smaller objects, the effect is completely shadow free.
Maximum firing rate is 9600 w/s per minute, equal to 4 flashes per minute at 2400 w/s, 8 flashes at 1200, 16 at 600, 32 at 300, or 64 flashes per minute at 150 w/s. A power supply for this flash head is required.
- Compact Design
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Features a 100 mm center opening and it mounts around the camera lens.
A protective glass cover for the flashtube is built on for an added margin of safety.
- Easy to Control
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Comes with an adjustable camera mount.
All Profoto heads are supplied with a 5/8" stand adapter to mount the units onto any standard light stand.
- Removeable Reflector
- Two optional reflectors made for the ringflash: a soft reflector which is perfect for shadowless lighting, and a close-up reflector suitable for macro photography.
- Long-Reaching Cable
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Resists twisting, trampling and cracking.
Extension cables are available for light heads placed at longer distances from the power pack.
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | 9600 w/s per minute |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | No |
| Changeable Reflector | Optional Add-On Reflectors available |
| Circuit Protection | None |
| Cable Length | 12' (3.5M) |
| Modeling Light Wattage | This model does not contain a modeling light. |
| Modeling Light On/Off Switch | No |
| Protective Glass Dome | Protective Glass Cover |
| Fan Cooled | No |
| Dimensions |
Without Bracket: 7.9 x 2.2" (20 x 5.5cm) With Bracket: 7.9 x 25.7" (20 x 65.5cm) |
| Weight | 5lbs 1oz ( 2.3kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 4 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography (3)
- Portraits (3)
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Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Setup
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Profoto Acute 2 Ringflash Lamphead:
I absolutely love this ring flash! I had never used it before and just got it a few days ago and I've tried with a few models and the results are fantastic! The models glow and have this crisp toned effect! I think I would like to use this as my main light for now on, I just have to understand how to combine this with my other D1's lights.
The construction is solid and it feels very high end.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Good results
Cons
- Difficult to use
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Profoto Acute 2 Ringflash Lamphead:
Use in pro studio with short lens for high-impact glossy portraits
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Weddings
Comments about Profoto Acute 2 Ringflash Lamphead:
After using many ringflashes, it came time to purchase one for my own instead of renting/borrowing...
I chose the Profoto because of it's 3 different light reflectors and the fact that it's made of metal and not plastic like the Hensel.
Although I own the Hensel Porty Premium it was easy to adapt the Profoto to allow it to work on either my Hensel Porty or a Profoto Battery pack.
Since I am fortunate enough to rent gear for my client shoots, I get to test equipment that way before I purchase for myself.
You can't go wrong with this Ringflash!!!
Comments about Profoto Acute 2 Ringflash Lamphead:
I am a product photographer, and this is the latest addition to my studio. i just got this this morning and did some test shoots today. it does what it does as it is expected. it is light and comes with bracket to hold your camera. with my 1D mk2 attached it is light enough to hand hold.
Expertise: Pro
Problems Encountered: Am i stupid for saying this? but how am i suppose to mount this on a tripod? If there is something I should have bought with this bracket, Mr.Profoto, put that on your catalog too.
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Light Controls
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- Original: $384.00
- Save: $100.00
- Price: $284.00
Cables, Clamps, Cords, Tape
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- Original: $257.00
- Save: $67.00
- Price: $190.00
What's in the Box
- Special Mounting Bracket
- 12' (3.5m) Heavy Duty Dual Lead Lamp Cable
- Flashtube
- Protective Glass Cover
- 2 Year Warranty
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