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Profoto B10X OCF Flash Head and 3' Octa Softbox Kit

Profoto B10X OCF Flash Head and 3' Octa Softbox Kit

B&H # PRB10X3SBK
Key Features
  • 250Ws Flash Head
  • 3' Octa Softbox with Silver Interior
  • Soft, Flattering Light for Portraits
  • All-in-One Design, Fast Setup Softbox
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$1,94400
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Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight

Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight

B&H # PRD30 MFR # 901071
Key Features
  • 500Ws Light, Bi-Color LED Modeling Lamp
  • Built-In AirX Connectivity
  • 0.01-0.6 sec Recycling
  • 1/21,100 sec Freeze Mode Flash Duration
$1,99500
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Broncolor Siros 800 L Battery-Powered Monolight

B&H # BRS800LWFR2B MFR # B-31.720.07
Key Features
  • 800Ws, 220 Full-Power Flashes
  • Li-Ion Battery, High-Speed Sync
  • 70-Minute Recharge
  • 0.03 - 2.7 sec Recycling
$2,81495
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Broncolor Siros 800 L Battery-Powered 2-Light Outdoor Kit 2

B&H # BRS800LOD2LK MFR # B-31.751.07
Key Features
  • 2 x 800Ws Flash Heads
  • 220 Full-Power Flashes
  • Li-Ion Battery
  • 70-Minute Recharge
$5,64895
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Profoto B10X Plus Deluxe Location Kit

B&H # PRB10XPDUOKX
Key Features
  • Three B10X Plus 500Ws Flash Heads
  • Three Li-Ion Batteries, Three Chargers
  • Three Stand Adapters
  • Deep White 51" Umbrella & Front Diffuser
$7,30500
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Godox H200J II Bare Bulb Flash Head for AD200Pro II

B&H # GOH200JII MFR # H200JII
Key Features
  • Produces Soft Light
  • Improved Heat Dissipation
  • Integrated Bi-Color Modeling Lamp
  • 5.5 Hours of Continuous Modeling Light
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Godox E250 Flash Head

B&H # GOE250 MFR # E250
Key Features
  • 250Ws, 5600K Color Temperature
  • 0.3 to 2.0 Sec Recycling
  • Flash Duration: 1/800 to 1/2000 Sec
  • Optional FT-16 Radio Triggering
$9100
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Angler Glamour Flash 300Ws Monolight

B&H # ANG633 MFR # ANG-633
Key Features
  • Four Stop Power Adjustment
  • 100W Proportional Modeling Lamp
  • Auto Power Dump
  • Rubber Coated Housing
$18895
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Godox QS600II Flash Head

B&H # GOQS600II MFR # QS600II
Key Features
  • 600Ws, 5600K Color Temperature
  • 0.3 - 1.5 Sec Recycling
  • Flash Duration: 1/800 to 1/2000 Sec
  • Optional X1, FT-16, XT16 Transmitters
$19900
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Godox QS400II Flash Head

B&H # GOQS400II MFR # QS400II
Key Features
  • 400Ws, 5600K Color Temperature
  • 0.3 - 1.5 Sec Recycling
  • Flash Duration: 1/800 to 1/2000 Sec
  • Optional X1, FT-16, XT16 Transmitters
$21000
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Interfit Badger Unleashed Battery-Powered Flash Head

B&H # INHBU250 MFR # HBU250
Key Features
  • Li-Ion Battery: 430 Full Power Flashes
  • 9-Stop Power Range, HSS and TTL
  • Recycling at Full Power: 1.5 Second
  • Built-In 15-Channel Wireless Receiver
$23999
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Neewer Q200 2.4 GHz Outdoor Strobe Flash

B&H # NE10104840 MFR # 66606083
Key Features
  • 200Ws Strobe with App Control
  • 2.4 GHz Wireless Q System
  • TTL/M/Multi 2.4 GHz Wireless Flash Mode
  • Up to 750 Full-Power Flashes
$25949
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Elinchrom D-Lite RX One Flash Head

B&H # ELDLRXONE MFR # EL20485.1
Key Features
  • 100W/s
  • Built-in Skyport Wireless Receiver
  • Multi-voltage Monolight: 90-260VAC
  • Recycling: 0.5 - 2.1 Sec. (115V)
$26495
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Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash with Barndoors Kit

B&H # GOAD200PROBD
Key Features
  • 1 x Speedlight, 1 x Bare Bulb Flash Head
  • 1 x Lithium Battery, 1 x Charger
  • 1 x Set 4-Way Barndoors
  • Red, Blue, Yellow, Orange Filters
$29700
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Godox AD100pro Pocket Flash (Pink)

B&H # GOAD100PROP MFR # AD100PRO PINK
Key Features
  • Power: 100Ws in 9 Steps | 1/1-1/256
  • 1 x Lithium-Ion Battery, 1 x Charger
  • Recycles: 0.01-1.5 sec, High-Speed Sync
  • TTL with Additional Equipment
$29900
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Photogenic Matrix MCD400R 400Ws Monolight with Transmitter

B&H # PHMCD400R MFR # 907001
Key Features
  • Integrated Radio Receiver
  • 16-Channel Transmitter
  • 6-Stop Power Range
  • Fast Recycling: 1.7 Sec @ Full Power
$36195
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Photogenic AKC160 Studiomax III 160W/s Monolight

B&H # PHSM3160AC MFR # 906894
Key Features
  • 6 Stop Power Range
  • 120V
  • Fast Recycling: 1.5 Sec. @ Full Power
  • 100W Modeling Light
$36995
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Photogenic AKC320 StudioMax III 320 Watt/Second Constant Color Monolight (120VAC)

B&H # PHSM3320AC MFR # 906910
Key Features
  • 320 Ws Monolight
  • Reflector, Sync Cord
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$37795
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Godox QS1200II Flash Head

B&H # GOQS1200II MFR # QS1200II
Key Features
  • 1200Ws, 5600K Color Temperature
  • 0.3 - 1.5 Sec Recycling
  • Flash Duration: 1/800 to 1/2000 Sec
  • Optional X1, FT-16, XT16 Transmitters
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Godox DP400IIIV Professional Studio Flash with LED Modeling Lamp (400Ws, 2-Light Kit)

B&H # GODP400IIIVC MFR # DP400IIIV-C
Key Features
  • For Studio and Film/TV Production
  • 2 DP400IIIV Flash Heads with Stands
  • 40" Umbrella, 31.5 x 47.2" Softbox
  • XT16 Wireless Flash Trigger
$59800
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Godox QT600IIIM Flash Head

B&H # GOQT600IIIM MFR # QT600IIIM
Key Features
  • 600 Ws, 5600K Color Temperature
  • 0.01-0.9 sec Recycling
  • Flash Duration HSS: 1/26,100 sec
  • Built-In Wireless X System
$63900
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Godox AD400Pro Witstro All-In-One Outdoor Flash with XProS TTL Trigger Kit for Sony

B&H # GOAD400PROTS
Key Features
  • Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
  • Compatible with Most TTL Systems
  • 400Ws, 1/256 to 1/1 Power Output
  • Lithium-Ion Battery Powered
$71800
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Godox AD400Pro Witstro All-In-One Outdoor Flash with XProP TTL Trigger Kit for Pentax

B&H # GOAD400PROTP
Key Features
  • Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
  • Compatible with Most TTL Systems
  • 400Ws, 1/256 to 1/1 Power Output
  • Lithium-Ion Battery Powered
$71800
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Photogenic PL1250 500W/s PowerLight Monolight (UV)

B&H # PH1250UV MFR # 915755
Key Features
  • 6 Stop Power Range
  • 120V
  • Fast Recycling: 1.5 Sec. @ Full Power
  • Proportional Modeling Light
$80395
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Elinchrom THREE Off Camera Flash Kit

B&H # EL209411 MFR # EL20941.1
Key Features
  • Single Light with Diffusion Dome
  • 261Ws, Recycling: 0.08 to 1.2 Seconds
  • Internal Battery: 525 Full-Power Flashes
  • Manual, TTL, & HSS Modes
$82599
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Elinchrom ONE Off Camera Flash Kit

B&H # EL209321 MFR # EL20932.1
Key Features
  • 1 x ONE Head, 1 x Diffusion Dome
  • 1 x Wall Charger and Cable, 1 x Case
  • 131Ws, Recycling: 0.06 to 0.9 sec
  • Internal Battery: 725 Full-Power Flashes
$84995
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Westcott FJ400 Strobe 1-Light Backpack Kit with FJ-X3s Wireless Trigger for Sony Cameras

B&H # WEFJ4001LBWS MFR # 4712S
Key Features
  • 1 x FJ400 Strobe and Battery
  • 1 x Diffusion Dome
  • 1 x AC Power Adapter and Cord
  • 1 x Magnetic Reflector
$87990
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Making the Most of Monolights

Also known as studio strobes or monoblocks, monolights are self-contained flashes that house the lamp, fan, and power supply in one unit. They deliver powerful illumination with minimal recycle time, and are extremely versatile. Most are battery-powered monolights that draw power from AC sources such as standard wall sockets. You also find battery-powered strobes that connect to DC power sources such as portable battery packs.


Using a Monolight

Setting up your monolight involves fitting it on a stand, connecting the power and camera, and tweaking the settings. Connection to the camera is usually via cords, such as 3.5mm jacks, x-sync, Prontor-Compur (PC) cables, or IR or other wireless systems. Most models feature adjustable outputs, usually comprising of full, half, and quarter power, with some models allowing outputs of as low as 1/32. Unlike regular strobes, which you can control from a central console, each studio strobe needs individual adjustment. However, remote controls are available for certain models.


Differences Between Monolights and Speedlights

Both monolights and speedlights provide flash lighting. Monolight strobes run on AC power, which means powerful illumination and fast recycling times. In addition, as you position them individually, they don't need long, cumbersome, power-sapping extension cables. However, they can be bulky, which makes them more suitable for indoor studio use. They can also be expensive, especially when factoring in the cost of accessories such as softboxes, battery packs, and umbrellas.

Also known as flash guns, speedlights are devices that you mount either on hot shoes or off camera on light stands. Compared to monolights, they're reasonably priced and compact. In addition, as they usually run on AA batteries, they're very convenient. On the other hand, they deliver slower recycling times and far less illuminating power than monolight strobes.


How to Choose a Monolight

As with investing in any photographic equipment, your choice of monolight depends on your resources and intended use. The more spacious your studio, the more power you need from your flash, and the more units you'll need.

Weight is another matter. Monolights can be bulky, so you need to be sure your stands can handle the weight and size. With power packs and strobe lighting, you get flexible options that feature flash heads, power packs, and kits.

You'll also have to consider the matter of consistency. This refers to the variance in power output from flash to flash. As a guide, units that vary over 1/5 of an F-stop are often inconsistent. Obviously, this makes it difficult for photographers to calculate aperture settings with any accuracy.

Another factor to consider when investing in a monolight is the availability of accessories and spare parts. The more solid the brand, the more likely it is to be available. Leading makers such as Profoto and Godox, for example, come with a full range of accessories.


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