Geekoto NLX140 Strobe Light
- 140 Watts Performance
- 500 Full-Power Flashes
- Recycling: 0.1 to 2.5 sec
- Includes Battery and Charger
Angler 1-Light Fashion Kit
- 1x Glamour Flash 300Ws
- 1x Angler Beauty Reflector
- 1x Angler 40-Degree Grid
- 1x Reflector Adapter
Smith-Victor Flashlite FLC200 200 Watt Constant Color Monolight (120V)
Smith-Victor Flashlite 320W FLC300 Constant Color Monolight (120V AC)
Godox AD100pro Pocket Flash (Mint Green)
- 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
Geekoto GT250 Monolight with Magnetic Accessories and Bowens Adapter
- Up to 1/8000 HSS Flash Duration
- Bowens S Mount Adapter
- TTL with Canon, Nikon, Sony, or FUJIFILM
- TTL / Manual / Multi-Exposure Modes
Geekoto GT200 Monolight Full Kit
- 200Ws, Recycling: 0.01 to 2.1 Seconds
- Li-Ion Battery, 500 Full-Power Flashes
- TTL 2.4 GHz with Optional Trigger
- Removable Handle for Hand Holding
Neewer Q3 TTL Flash Strobe Kit with QPRO-S Trigger for Sony
- Cordless Wireless 2.4 GHz Monolight
- 200W Flash with 5600K CCT
- Flash, Sync & Optical Slave Flash Modes
- High Speed Sync: 1/8000 sec
Smith-Victor FL525K 2-FlashLite 240Ws Basic Studio Kit
- 2x FlashLite 120i Monolights
- 2x Quartz Modeling Lamps (60W)
- 2x Raven 8' AC Light Stands
- 2x Sync Cords
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash Kit with Camera Trigger for FUJIFILM
- AD200Pro Pocket Flash w/ Receiver
- Flash Trigger for FUJIFILM
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery and Charger
- Speedlite Head, Color: 5600K
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash Kit with Camera Trigger for Sony
- AD200Pro Pocket Flash w/ Receiver
- Flash Trigger for Sony
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery and Charger
- Speedlite Head, Color: 5600K
Godox AD200Pro TTL Pocket Flash Kit with Nikon Trigger and Barndoors
- 1 x Speedlight, 1 x Bare Bulb Flash Head
- 1 x Lithium Battery, 1 x Charger
- 1 x TTL Trigger for Nikon
- 1 x Set 4-Way Barndoors
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash with XProC Trigger Kit for Canon
- 1 x Speedlight, 1 x Bare Bulb Flash Head
- 1 x Lithium Battery, 1 x Charger
- 1 x Wireless Flash Trigger for Canon
- HSS: 1/8000 sec, Battery: 500 FP Flashes
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash with XProN Trigger Kit for Nikon
- 1 x Speedlight, 1 x Bare Bulb Flash Head
- 1 x Lithium Battery, 1 x Charger
- 1 x Wireless Flash Trigger for Nikon
- HSS: 1/8000 sec, Battery: 500 FP Flashes
Godox MS200-V Studio Flash Monolight (2-Light Kit)
- 2 x 200Ws Strobes (LED Model Lamp)
- 2 x Softboxes with Speed Rings
- 2 x Light Stands (6.6')
- XT-16 Wireless Power-Control Trigger
Godox AD200Pro Kit with X2 Trigger and Barndoors for Nikon
- AD200 Pocket Flash with Receiver
- Trigger for Nikon, Barndoors
- Red, Yellow, Blue, Green Filters
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery, and Charger
Godox AD200Pro Kit with X2 Trigger and Barndoors for FUJIFILM
- AD200 Pocket Flash with Receiver
- Trigger for FUJIFILM, Barndoors
- Red, Yellow, Blue, Green Filters
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery, and Charger
Godox AD200Pro II TTL Pocket Flash
- Includes Speedlite & Bare Bulb Heads
- Wireless Sync with Optional X3 Trigger
- Compatible with Most TTL Systems
- 200Ws, 1/512 to 1/1 Power Output
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash Kit with Camera Trigger for Nikon
- AD200Pro Pocket Flash w/ Receiver
- Flash Trigger for Nikon
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery and Charger
- Speedlite Head, Color: 5600K
Godox AD200Pro Pocket Flash Kit with Camera Trigger for Canon
- AD200Pro Pocket Flash w/ Receiver
- Flash Trigger for Canon
- Bare Bulb Head, Battery and Charger
- Speedlite Head, Color: 5600K
Smith-Victor FL300K One-Light 320Ws Softbox Kit
- 320Ws Monolight
- Variable Power: Full to 1/32
- 24" Square Softbox
- 8' Light Stand
Photogenic StudioMax III 160 Watt/Second Monolight (120VAC/12VDC)
Photogenic StudioMax III Pro Monolight Kit (120VAC)
Photogenic StudioMax III Monolight (120V AC)
Godox BOORAY Kit for Canon
- Speedlight & Bare Bulb Head
- Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
- Compatible with Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
- 31.5 x 31.5" Softbox & 9.5' Light Stand
Godox BOORAY Kit for Sony
- Speedlight & Bare Bulb Head
- Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
- Compatible with Sony ADI / P-TTL
- 31.5 x 31.5" Softbox & 9.5' Light Stand
Godox BOORAY Kit for FUJIFILM
- Speedlight & Bare Bulb Head
- Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
- Compatible with FUJIFILM TTL
- 31.5 x 31.5" Softbox & 9.5' Light Stand
Godox BOORAY Kit for Nikon
- Speedlight & Bare Bulb Head
- Built-In 2.4 GHz Wireless X System
- Compatible with Nikon i-TTL
- 31.5 x 31.5" Softbox & 9.5' Light Stand
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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