Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC)
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The Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack offers the simplest and most economical way to get the best quality of light with the Profoto modular system of light shaping tools. This 2 monolight kit provides up to 1200 watt/seconds of stored power.
Compact units share the same quality of light as all other Profoto flashheads. Profoto ComPact units provide very high light output, fast recycling, and short flash duration for their size. Each monolight in this kit includes a built-in Pocket Wizard brand 32 channel radio slave receiver. Efficient fan cooled design assures continuous heavy-duty use.
On location or in the studio, they are perfect for fast set-up and break-down. With their lightweight, small dimensions, and multi-voltage capability, one or several can be easily packed for travel in a case of your choice.
A removable Voltage Key Card allows instant adjustment of the line voltage anywhere in the world; just switch power cables and modeling lamps.
Included, are zoom reflectors, and a sync cord. For this kit, with an air-shippable case, click here.
- Fires Without Wires
- Each monolight has a built-in Pocket Wizard Radio Slave. It will fire the flash, when triggered by your Pocket Wizard Transmitter or transceiver.
- Fan Cooled
- Assures continuous heavy-duty performance
- Fast Flash Duration
- Enables the sharp capture of fast-moving subjects
- Multi-Voltage
- A removable Voltage Key Card allows instant adjustment of the line voltage anywhere in the world; simply switch power cables and modeling lamps.
- Built In Slave
- A highly sensitive optical slave enables synchronization with other flashes.
- Ready Indication
- Illuminated ready light with an audible beep
- User Replaceable Flashtube
- No tools are required to replace this "plug & play" flashtube.
- Interchangeable Glass Covers
- Available to warm/cool and soften/sharpen the light for added control
- Removeable Reflector
- Accepts all Optional Profoto light shapers
- Umbrella Socket
- Centralized umbrella socket for optimized and even light distribution
- Proportional Modeling Light
- Enables the photographer to get good visual representation of the flash output
- Compact Design
- Easy to handle and transport
- Zoom Reflector
- Slides along the chassis of the flash head, provides a variable angled beam of light
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | Each Monolight: 600 |
| Guide Number |
Each Monolight: f/64 @ 3.3' @ ISO 100, with Magnum Reflector f/32.4 @ 3.3' @ ISO 100, with Zoom Reflector f/16 @ 3.3' @ ISO 100, Disc Reflector, White Umbrella |
| Recycle Time |
Minimum 0.2 sec, maximum 0.8 sec @ 117V Minimum 0.25 sec, maximum 0.8 sec @ 240V |
| Flash Duration | (t 0.5) 1/850 sec @ maximum power |
| Flash Variability |
600R: Stepless 5 f/stops, Full to 1/8 power, 600 to 37.5 w/s 300R: Stepless 3 f/stops, Full to 1/4 power, 300 to 75 w/s |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | Yes (502212) |
| Changeable Reflector | Yes |
| Modeling Light Wattage | 250W Quartz Halogen (504448) |
| Voltage Stabilization | Yes, +/- 1% |
| Flash Ready Indicator | Ready Light/Open Flash, Switchable Audible Beep |
| Operating Voltage | Auto ranging 90-130V, switchable to auto ranging 180-260V, 45-65Hz |
| Built-in Slave Cell | 32 Channel Radio, Optical |
| Circuit Protection | Auto cutout and auto reset |
| Fan Cooled | Yes |
| Auto Dump | No |
| Dimensions | Each Monolight: 14 x 4.75 x 6.75" (29 x 12 x 17 cm) |
| Weight | Each Monolight: 5.75 lbs (2.6 kg) |
| Kit Weight | 27 lbs (12.3 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (4)
- Attach securely (3)
- Good color value (3)
- Good power output (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors (4)
- General purpose (3)
- Outdoor events / games (3)
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC):
The light from these strobes is simply fantastic. Output is controllable from the unit. I especially like that you can set the modeling lights to be proportional to the flash output set, or full on. When I am shooting in a dark studio, turning on the modeling light to full on allows me to easily focus the camera in what would otherwise be a totally dark scene.
As other people have commented the light stands and umbrellas in the value pack are not of the highest quality, although they are serviceable. Sand bags would certainly help the stands balance the strobe heads.
I have triggered the units using a PocketWizard MiniTT1 Radio Slave Transmitter system for Canon cameras. The only issue that I've had is that the MiniTT1 does not seem to send the radio signal to the strobes when the f stop set on the camera is a number larger than 11. Since I try to shoot with a small DOF, this has not been a concern. The few times it has been a problem, I just use the sync cord. I haven't tried my PocketWizard Flex TT5 to see if I encounter the same problem.
I am currently shooting the lights using Profoto softboxes and the Photek Softlighter II Umbrella 60". At times, for highlights, I have added Canon Speedlites to the mix attached to a PocketWizard Flex TT5. I am initially metering the scene using a Sekonic L-758DR DigitalMaster Flash Meter - For Ambient and Flash Light with Radio Triggering. The light I am producing is the best I have ever created in the studio.
Except for the f 11 issue, which is certainly a problem with the Mini TT1 and not the Profoto lights, everything has worked flawlessly.
Comments about Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC):
These lights are built like a truck, easy to set up and link to pocket wizard.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC):
After doing months of research from the entry level to the Profoto line, all signs pointed towards Profoto. The quality of light is second to none. The build quality is top of the line. When you look, feel, or see these lights, your confidence grows exponentially. Profoto's pro-value pack is a great buy for someone who does not want to compromise quality, but needs to save as much as possible. The accessories that come with the kit are a little skimpy, but functional. The Pocket Wizard feature is very handy. I am so happy with these lights that I will now only use Profoto for my work.
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Kit is EXTREMELY Cheap
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC):
This is the second ~$2k profoto compact-r 600 kit that I've purchased in the last 4 months (used for professional, on location photography). For the first kit that I bought, I have the same complaints as everyone else...cheap stands. Now on the second, I received not only cheap stands but also super cheap, plastic umbrellas. I'd have been better off just buying the lights and then adding quality stands, umbrellas and case...called B&H and they said that they just sell the kits that Profoto puts together and that they couldn't help me. Then they gave me Profoto's US-based contact info: [*] Not sure if the contact info works (I'll find out in a second). Bottom line is that these are excellent lights (built in P.Wizard works as advertised and I'm happy with recycle times, durability, etc), but call B&H to ensure the kit comes with stuff that's usable, not cheap plastic.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
- Cheezy stands & umbrella
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Special Events
Comments about Profoto ComPact-R 600 Value Pack (90-260VAC):
This is my first foray into Hi-end lighting. The Profoto Compac-R 600 is truely an amazing light source. The quality of the light produced is simply
awesome.I highly recommend them.
- Similar:
- Profoto Compact 300
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- 2 x ComPact-R 600 Monolight (90-260VAC)
- 2 x Zoom Reflector for Profoto - 65-110 Degrees
- 16' Synchro Cable
- 2 x Light Stands
- 2 x Umbrellas
- Soft Kit Case
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Two Year Warranty when purchased for use,
3 Month Warranty when purchased for rental.
Does not cover flash tubes, glass covers or modeling lamps.
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