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Photogenic StudioMax III Three Light Basic Studio Kit (120V)

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Photogenic StudioMax III Three Light Basic Studio Kit (120V)
Key Features
  • 480 Total W/s
  • 3- 160 W/s Monolights
  • Umbrellas, Sync Cord, Stands, Case
The New StudioMax III offers a full 6 F-Stop power range

This light is an excellent choice as a secondary, or background light. Since it accepts the entire line of the PowerLight reflectors, grids, snoots, and diffusers, the StudioMax III is a good investment.

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The New StudioMax III offers a full 6 F-Stop power range

This light is an excellent choice as a secondary, or background light. Since it accepts the entire line of the PowerLight reflectors, grids, snoots, and diffusers, the StudioMax III is a good investment.

This Photogenic StudioMax III Three Light Basic Studio Kit provides a total of 480 w/s. It also includes umbrellas for softening and broadening the light output, air cushioned light stands for support, and a soft, padded case for storage and transport.

Photogenic AKC160 Studiomax III 160W/s Monolight

The Photogenic AKC160 Studiomax III 160W/s Monolight is an ideal way to add a lightweight (2.6 lb) fixture to your kit for a main light, backlight or fill light. The AKC160 offers a six stop power range from 5.0 to 160W/s, steplessly adjustable via a simple knob. Constant Color technology ensures that the color balance remains within 200K of an ideal 5,400K regardless of the power level chosen, to insure shot to shot consistency and minimize post-production work.

The AKC160 comes with a UV color corrected, user-replaceable flash tube that renders fabrics and flesh tones accurately. The monolight comes with a 7.5" high-gain reflector but accepts the entire line of Photogenic Quick-Change reflectors, grids, snoots, and diffusers. An AC cord, sync cord, 100W quartz modeling lamp and a protective cap are also included.

Six Stop Power Range
Power levels, accessed on the rear panel, are adjustable from 5.0 to 160W/s with a simple twist of a knob
Fast Recycling
The AKC160 recycles to full power (160W/s) in only 1.5 seconds, and 0.5 sec. at minimum power to catch even the most fleeting gestures
Modeling Light
The AKC160's 100W quartz modeling light allows you to preview the effect of your lights before tripping the shutter
Low Trigger Voltage
Digital cameras can be used with Photogenic monolights without fear of damage to the camera's electronics
User Replaceable UV Flashtube
Replacing this "plug & play" flashtube is a snap. The UV coating ensures clean whites and flattering flesh tones
Ready Indication
A ready light lets you know when the flash is fully charged
Power off Auto-discharge
As a safety precaution, the AKC160 drains the capacitors when you turn it off
Surge Protection
The AKC160 incorporates surge protection to handle power spikes
System Compatibility
The AKC160 is compatible with all Photogenic Quick-Change light shaping accessories
UPC: 689670111195
Impact Heavy-Duty Air-Cushioned Light Stand (Black, 9.5')

This Impact Heavy-Duty Air-Cushioned Light Stand is a black anodized aluminum support that rises to a height of 9.5' and folds down to 42" for storage and transport. The stand will handle up to 22 lb and is topped with a removable 5/8" spigot with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads. It has a wide footprint of 52" for greater stability. Air cushioning gently lowers the light when making height adjustments to protect equipment and fingers.

Air-Cushioned
Protects equipment and fingers from damage
Compact Design
Will fit easily into most location cases
Accepts Casters
For easy positioning of lights
UPC: 847628012004
Impact Two Section Back Light Stand (3')

This 3' Impact Back Light Stand consists of a base and riser. Use the lower part as a base to place a mounted light at floor or table level, as low as 5.5". Add the extension to the base to raise the height of the light from 22.8" (57.9 cm) to a maximum of 3' (90 cm). The stand is constructed of black anodized aluminum.

Quick Set Up
Sets up easily in the matter of seconds
Very Stable
Stable under recommended loads
5/8" Reversible Stand Mount
Fitted with a reversible 5/8" top stud, with 1/4"-20 and 3/8" threads
UPC: 847628011939
Impact Light Kit Bag #2 (34 x 13.5 x 12")

The black Light Kit Bag #2 (34 x 13.5 x 12") from Impact makes transporting your lighting kit easy and secure. The bag is designed to hold three monolights along with their reflectors (such as Impact VC500LR), four stands, boom, umbrellas, cables and other support gear but can also be used to hold other lighting equipment instead. You'll have plenty of room to take along enough lighting gear for a portrait session - all packed in an organized and accessible way. A touch fastened divider tray separates the stands, boom and umbrellas from the lights preventing them from bumping together and causing scratches or damage. For additional smaller equipment such as cables and small accessories, there are three interior 10.5 x 8.0" zippered mesh pockets.

The bag is made from soft, padded water-resistant nylon and contains six movable touch fastened interior dividers (6 large, 2 small) that will permit you to configure the bag to accommodate the gear you need that day. The Light Kit Bag is carried by its two 2" wide overlapping top carry handles that can easily be extended into dual shoulder straps. The contents are accessed via dual zippers that when placed together will accept a user-supplied lock. For even more protection, the bottom of the bag contains three rubber feet for when the bag is placed on the ground. And the bag folds down to a quarter of its height for convenient storage and easy setup. Whether for storage or transport, the Impact Light Kit Bag will serve both pro or amateur well.

The soft padded carry case is designed to hold three monolights with reflectors, four light stands, umbrellas, cables and other accessories
The interior has six movable, touch fastened dividers that permit you to configure the bag to suit your needs; dividers consist of six large and two smaller styles
2" (5.1 cm) wide overlapping dual carry handles that convert to a shoulder strap
Interior has three zippered 10.5 x 8.0" mesh pockets (26.7 x 20.3 cm)
Touch fastened protective nylon tray separates light stands and umbrellas from monolights
Water-resistant padded nylon construction
Folds down to less then 4" for convenient storage and easy setup
Dual zippered opening; accepts user-supplied lock
UPC: 847628030619
Photogenic Shallow Satin Reflector

The ability to shape and control the light from a flash source is essential. This is one of many different reflectors available for the Photogenic line of flash heads and monolights. It is used for lighting a background evenly, and softly.

UPC: 689670070188
Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43")

This 43" White Translucent Umbrella from Impact is a versatile all-around light modifier that will create a pleasing light that's far less harsh than a bare light source. It can be used with flash, LED, or fluorescent light sources. As a shoot-through umbrella, it broadens and softens the light source output and minimizes shadows, making it ideal for portrait photography. The translucent fabric's diffusing properties allow light source to be placed close to a subject for a softer light that's also great for weddings and fashion. It has a standard size 8mm umbrella shaft that is compatible with most umbrella mounts.

This 43" diameter umbrella is useful for lighting one or two people for mid- and full-length portraits. It can also be reversed to use as a bounce-style umbrella to cover a larger image area.

UPC: 847628013292
Kit Contains:

Photogenic AKC160 Studiomax III 160W/s Monolight

Key Specs
Item Type
1x Monolight
Includes Flash Tube
Yes
Included Light Modifier
1x Reflector
Included Storage Case
No
Power Range
5 to 160 Ws
Power Control
6-Stop Range
Recycle Time
0.1 to 1.5 Sec
TTL Metering
No
Modeling Light
1x 100 W Tungsten Bulb Included (120 V)
Wireless Remote Control Type
Optical Receiver Built-In
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Inputs/Outputs
1x Barrel / Coax Female Flash Sync Input
1x IEC Female Power Input (105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz)
Fixture Mounting
1x 5/8" Receiver
Weight
2.6 lb / 1.17 kg
Light Fixture
Item Type
1x Monolight
Includes Flash Tube
Yes
Included Light Modifier
1x Reflector
Included Storage Case
No
Power Range
5 to 160 Ws
Power Control
6-Stop Range
Guide Number
25' / 7.6 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO 100
81' / 24.7 m at 10' / 3 m, ISO 100 (with Reflector)
Recycle Time
0.1 to 1.5 Sec
Color Temperature
5400K +/- 200K
Flash Ready Indicator
Visual
TTL Metering
No
Cooling System
No
Umbrella Mount
Yes
Front Accessory Mount
Photogenic
Replaceable Flash Tube
Yes (User Replaceable)
Modeling Light
Modeling Light
1x 100 W Tungsten Bulb Included (120 V)
Socket Type
BA15d
On/Off Switch
Yes
Connectivity
Wireless
IR
Wireless Remote Control Type
Optical Receiver Built-In
Mobile App Compatible
No
Flash Duration
1/7400 to 1/175 Sec
Sync Voltage
5 V
Power & I/O
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Inputs/Outputs
1x Barrel / Coax Female Flash Sync Input
1x IEC Female Power Input (105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz)
Input Power
105 to 125 VAC, 60 Hz
Included Adapter / Cable
1x USA Type-A/B to IEC Male Cable
1x PC Male to Barrel / Coax Male Cable (10' / 3 m)
Current
3 A (Operating)
5 A (Charging)
1 A (Idle)
Auto Dump
No
Circuit Protection
Fuse
Fuse
8 A
Mounting
Fixture Mounting
1x 5/8" Receiver
General
Display
No
Dimensions
7 x 5.2 x 5.2" / 17.8 x 13.3 x 13.3 cm
Weight
2.6 lb / 1.17 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.305 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.8 x 10.35 x 10.2"

Photogenic AKC160 Reviews

My 2nd One

By Skip
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-06-30

I use this Photogenic Studiomax III flash for mostly medical photography and this is my 2nd one. The first I had lasting over 10 years and took tens of thousands of shots. If something last that long and takes the abuse of a professional who takes it to two different hospitals in our system. You can't say anything bad about it. It's small, easy to set up and powerful for what I need. A great studio flash for a price that can't be beat from B & H Photovideo.

Good for Portraits

By Joshua
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2011-07-14

Very easy to use and enough power for portrait setup. The price is right for the job it does. Recycle time is good. Very easy to attach to light stand and easy to operate. Great for beginners.

See any errors on this page?

Two questions: 1) is the modeling light output ...

Two questions: 1) is the modeling light output proportional to the strobe output 2) is there a slave photo sensor on the unit?
Asked by: David
it's not proportional and it does have have an optical slave
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2021-02-03

question

Can these lites be used with a power pack for out door Portraiture Battery to power the lites >>>>???
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, these lights can be powered outdoors by using an inverter like the Photogenic Ion, B&H # PHIIBCK. Please see the image below for reference.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Two questions: 1) is the light output of the ...

Two questions: 1) is the light output of the modeling light proportional to the strobed light, and 2) any slave sensor?
Asked by: David
*********Duplicate Pleas Delete****************
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2021-01-10

question

Is there a hole in the reflector for an umbrella to fit through?
Asked by: Elizabeth
Yes there is!
Answered by: James A.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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