Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case
The Photoflex StarFlash Mercury 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case provides enough power for many shooting situations. From portraiture to an intricate still-life requiring a small f/stop, the StarFlash series delivers.
This kit includes 1- 5' (1.5 m) diameter OctoDome softbox, stand and a kit case with interior compartments. The monolight can be used with a reflector, umbrella, or included OctoDome softbox. The included Tilt Swivel Mount is secure and allows for a tilt range of 170°. The Tilt Swivel can be repositioned on the StarFlash to compensate for weight imbalance when using larger soft boxes.
The StarFlash can be fired with the included mono-to-PC sync cord, or via its optical slave, from another flash but a better alternative is the included FlashFire Wireless Remote System which allows you to trigger your StarFlash at distances up to 164' The beauty of the system is that it doesn't depend on "line-of-sight" communication between the transmitter and receiver. That means that you can trigger the flash through obstructions like walls, doors etc. Forget about that tangle of dangerous PC cords and potential damage to toppling equipment.
Both the FlashFire Wireless Trigger and the FlashFire Wireless Receiver operate on the 2.4 GHz bandwidth. 16 selectable channels virtually eliminate interference or overlap with other photographers on the scene. And neither are energy vampires. The transmitter runs on an easily-sourced CR2 (not included) with a battery life of approximately 20,000 flashes and has a handy hot shoe for shoe mount flashes. The receiver runs on 2 AAA batteries (not included) with a standby time of up to 45 hours (50 m).
- Soft, Even Light
- The OctoDome consistently delivers even, natural light with clean catchlights from your strobe unit. The internal diffusion baffle eliminates extreme highlights and hot spots. The internal baffle and diffusion face are each easily removed, allowing you to go from soft, diffused lighting to high-contrast without changing your setup.
- Fast Recycle
- Each monolight recharges in 4 - 5 seconds. Audible and ready-light indicators provide full-charge alert.
- Five Stop Power Range
- Variable power from full to 1/8
- FlashFire Wireless Remote System
- The Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit is a radio remote system which allows you to trigger your flash or studio strobe at distances up to 164' (50 m).
- Built-In Slave
- Built-in optical slave "sees" the light from other flashes and fires automatically.
- Light Stand
- The medium-weight LS-2214 is strong yet portable, with all-metal construction, and extends over 8' (2.4 m).
- Speed Ring
- The included Speed Ring connector allows any StarFlash to work with any shape softbox.
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | 650 |
| Guide Number | 220 |
| Recycle Time | 4 - 5 sec @ full power |
| Flash Duration | 1/1700 second |
| Flash Variability | Full to 1/8 - 5 f/stops |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | Yes |
| Changeable Reflector | Yes, available separately |
| Modeling Light Wattage | 250, JDD |
| Voltage Stabilization | Yes |
| Flash Ready Indicator | LED and Audible |
| Operating Voltage | 110-120VAC, 6.3A |
| Synchronization | Optical, infrared, radio |
| Circuit Protection | 5 x 20 style 6.3 amp |
| Fan Cooled | Yes |
| Auto Dump | Yes |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 5 x 5.5" (39.4 x 12.7 x 14 cm) |
| Weight |
6.5 lbs (3.0 kg) 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good power output (5)
- Good color value (4)
- Durable (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (4)
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Pros
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case:
great light kit. the 5 foot octodome is and excellent modifier will help with nice soft light on your subject. The kit comes w everything you need for a nice one light set up and the case is great. will definitely be purchasing more from photoflex.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
- Don't attach securely
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case:
It's nice to get so much light for this price, and the octodome is very well done. Of course, considering the price, you should not expect to receive something that looks like a broncolor. Even though there's a lot of plastic components, it does the job well. Strangely, when I received it, the front fixture where you attach the octodome on the flash was screwed loosely, so I have to fix it. The stand is definitively too weak to support the total weight of the flash with the octodome. Personally, I replaced it with a stronger one. It's a must to do it if you go outside and want to avoid that your octodome swing like a sunflower in the wind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case:
This gear provide with nice and smooth light that is perfect for portraiture. Only one complain - my strobe is too noisy (probably fan doesn't installed properly).[...] Still it's not a big deal.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case:
The octodome provides soft light in indoor conditions. Easy to set up and powerful. It will be even better if it recycles faster.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
- Strong
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Photoflex StarFlash 650W/s 5' OctoDome Kit with Case:
The strobe is great actually it's amazing. I'm so happy that I can shoot with small apertures. The stand is heavy and strong with a wide footprint, I actually didn't need sand bags but I suggest that you have at least one just incase. The bag is nice I think I might of gotten one of the older ones only because it doesn't look as nice as the ones on the photoflex website but o well. The octobox is amazing but be prepared for a struggle if you have never set up soft boxes before. The octobox provides great diffusion and I am so happy that I got it.
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Lamps /Tubes /Flashtubes
- Price: $87.95
Light Controls
- Price: $24.95
What's in the Box
- StarFlash 650 W/S Monolight (120V)
- OctoDome3 Softbox, Medium - 5' (1.5 m) Diameter
- Strobe Connector for StarFlash
- LSB-2214 Medium Weight LiteStand, Black - 8' (2.4m)
- Monoplug to PC Sync Cord
- FlashFire Wireless Kit
- Tilt Swivel Mount
- Lamp Cover
- Transpac Single Kit Case
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