Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight
The Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight offers portable, dependable lighting power that you can use anywhere in the world. This 500W self-contained unit can achieve flash durations as short as 1/2900 of a second, and it's designed to seek the correct voltage to run on, no matter what electrical system it's connected to, so you can use it anywhere there's electricity. Or use it where there's no electricity, with the optional Bowens Travelpak battery. It's also designed to accept the optional Pulsar/PocketWizard Trigger card for remote control of the flash. The flash tube is easily user replaceable, which means no service center fees. With a fast recycle time of 1.1 seconds to full power and flash variability from 15Ws to 500Ws, the Gemini 500 Pro is a great power source for any photographer.
- Travelpak battery compatibility
- Pulsar/PocketWizard Trigger Card compatibility
- Flash durations as short as 1/2900 sec
- Multi-voltage power system makes the Gemini 500 operational almost anywhere in the world
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | 500 |
| Guide Number | 85 (m/100 ISO) |
| Recycle Time | 1.1 sec to full power |
| Flash Duration | To t=0.5 1/2900 Sec |
| Flash Variability |
15Ws - 500Ws One-stop and tenths-of-a-stop control dials |
| User Replaceable Flashtube | Yes--BW1079 UV, BW2980 Clear |
| Changeable Reflector | "S" Type |
| Modeling Light Wattage | 250W |
| Voltage Stabilization | +/- 0.5% |
| Flash Ready Indicator | Yes--audible and visible confirmation |
| Operating Voltage | 90-130/190-250V AC 60/50Hz |
| Sync Voltage | 5V |
| Built-in Slave Cell | Yes |
| Circuit Protection | Yes 5A(F) Fuse |
| Fan Cooled | Yes |
| Auto Dump | Yes |
| Dimensions | 6.75 x 16 x 5.25" (17 x 41 x 13.3 cm) |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) |
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Pros
- Durable (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Studio (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
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- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight:
The Bowens 500 Pro is a great light. I use them in conjunction with a Sekonic meter and PocketWizard wireless components.
They're consistant, reliable, and durable.
My next investment will be in the Bowens battery pack for use outside the studio.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good price value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Glamour
- Studio
Comments about Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight:
I use the lights primarily in my studio but also on locations at schools and debutaunte balls. Their powerful enough for those big groups. They come into their own when used with the pocket wizard to enable shooting without those annoying sync leads
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Metal body
- Powerful
- Sturdy construction
Cons
- Should have 250W lamp
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight:
Have just received my second 500 pro unit, power output and colour temperature is very consistent,plus units are happy to work all day and not continually over heat. Cooling fan and high flash speed are two definite advantages.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight:
Professional use mostly Studio, some location using both mains and battery power.
I have been a Bowens user for 30 years.It is great reliable equipment.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Bowens Gemini 500 Pro Monolight:
Excellent updating in comparison with the old version, very convenient management of capacity, fine design, is impressed with length of an impulse 2900, I am very happy with this purchase
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- Two-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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