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Bowens Gemini 500R 500Ws Monolight (230VAC)

  • Price: $569.50
  • GBP 363.61
  • B&H # BOG500RX
  • Mfr# BW-3910EUR

Product Highlights

  • 500Ws
  • 5-Stop Power Variability
  • Pulsar/PocketWizard RC Compatibility
  • 250W Modeling Light
  • 1.3 Sec Recycle Time
  • Digital-Friendly 5V Sync Voltage
  • 230VAC

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A stand is required but not included with this light. Please be sure to purchase a stand to mount this light on.

The Bowens Gemini 500R 500Ws Monolight (230VAC) serves up 500Ws of flash power with simple, intuitive controls and a 5-stop range of power variation (15Ws - 500Ws), all in a compact, lightweight package. A 250W variable modeling light, 1.3 sec recycling time, and digital-friendly 5V sync voltage PLUS a Pulsar/PocketWizard card slot that give the light remote control capability (with optional Pulsar/PocketWizard RC units), make this affordable monolight a great place to start when you begin putting together your lighting kit. Supplied for use with 230VAC.

250Ws of power
Five stops of power control
Runs on AC power or DC battery power
Travelpak battery compatible
Pulsar/PocketWizard card slot
Remote control with optional remote control devices
Multiple modeling modes
Large LED display
Compatible with all 'S' Type attachments
Huge range of Bowens accessories
Fast flash durations
DSLR friendly low sync voltage
Maximum Watt/Seconds 500
Guide Number ISO 100: 278 (in feet)
Recycle Time 1.3 sec
Flash Duration t=0.5 1/900 sec
Flash Variability 5 stops (15Ws - 500Ws)
User Replaceable Flashtube BW2032 UV BW2030 Clear
Changeable Reflector Yes--"S" mount
Modeling Light Wattage 250W
Voltage Stabilization To 1%
Flash Ready Indicator Audible and visible
Operating Voltage 230VAC
Sync Voltage 5V
Built-in Slave Cell Yes
Circuit Protection Yes 5A(F) fuse
Fan Cooled No
Auto Dump Yes
Dimensions 6.7 x 12.2 x 5.1" (17 x 38 x 13.3 cm)
Weight 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

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4.0

great quality for price

By Christian

from Miami, Fl

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Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Reliable

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Studio

    Comments about Bowens Gemini 500R 500Ws Monolight (230VAC):

    Very useful and easy to use tool.
    I use it mostly for studio photo, and i'm very pleased with the purchase so far.

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    Stands & Support Equipment

    Required item:

    Impact -  Air-Cushioned Heavy Duty Light Stand - Black, 9.5' (2.9m)
      • Original: $38.95
      • Save: $3.89
    • Price: $35.06
    • GBP 22.38
     

    Lamps /Tubes /Flashtubes

    Profoto -  Modeling Lamp - 250 Watts/240 Volts
      • Original: $32.00
      • Save: $8.00
    • Price: $24.00
    • GBP 15.32
     

    Light Controls

    Bowens -  General Purpose Reflector for Bowens
      • Original: $91.30
      • Save: $9.13
    • Price: $82.17
    • GBP 52.46
     

    Color Correction & Light Balancing

    Impact -  Universal Filter Holder - 12x12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
      • Original: $39.95
      • Save: $3.99
    • Price: $35.96
    • GBP 22.96
     

    DC Battery Power Packs

    Bowens -  Small Travelpak for Gemini Monolight
      • Original: $479.00
      • Save: $47.90
    • Price: $431.10
    • GBP 275.24
     

    Cables, Clamps, Cords, Tape

    Impact -  Sync Cord - 1/4" Phono Male to PC Male - 16" (0.4 m)
      • Original: $12.95
      • Save: $1.29
    • Price: $11.66
    • GBP 7.44
     
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    What's in the Box

    Bowens Gemini 500R 500Ws Monolight (230VAC)
    • 2-Year Limited Warranty
     
     
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