The Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight is a high-end lighting solution tailored for photographers who require exceptional power, flexibility, and precision in studio and on-location settings. Known for their high-quality, reliable lighting gear, Profoto delivers a powerful, versatile monolight in the D30, which packs features designed to handle a range of professional lighting demands. Whether you're working in a fast-paced studio or capturing dynamic shots outdoors, the D30 provides robust performance with impressive flash duration, intuitive controls, and vast compatibility with light-shaping tools.
Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight, Video credit Profoto.
Key Features of the Profoto D30 500Ws Light, Bi-Color LED Modeling Lamp
With a robust 500Ws output, the Profoto D30 is equipped to handle demanding shoots that require bright and consistent lighting. The bi-color LED modeling lamp adds versatility, enabling users to adjust the color temperature, which can be ideal for achieving the right ambiance and balancing with other lighting sources on set. This feature ensures you have complete control over the light’s temperature to match various environments or creative visions.
Built-In AirX Connectivity
AirX technology, Profoto's advanced wireless connectivity, allows seamless integration with compatible devices, including smartphones and cameras, for remote triggering and adjustments. With this built-in feature, photographers can control the D30 from a distance, offering freedom to move around the set or capture shots remotely without compromising on control.
0.01-0.6 sec Recycling
The D30 boasts an incredibly quick recycling time, ranging from 0.01 to 0.6 seconds, ensuring you won’t miss any fast-paced action. This rapid recycling time is perfect for high-energy shoots where capturing consecutive shots is crucial, making it highly effective for sports, fashion, or events that require quick, multiple exposures.
1/21,100 sec Freeze Mode Flash Duration
In Freeze Mode, the D30 achieves a flash duration as short as 1/21,100 second. This ultra-fast flash duration allows photographers to freeze motion with exceptional clarity, capturing every detail of fast-moving subjects, such as water splashes, flying hair, or jumping models, with absolute precision.
Eco, Boost & Freeze Modes
The Profoto D30 offers three distinct power modes—Eco, Boost, and Freeze—designed to optimize performance and energy efficiency based on the shoot’s needs. The Eco mode saves power, ideal for longer shoots, while Boost provides maximum power output. Freeze Mode prioritizes the shortest flash duration, making it excellent for capturing sharp, motion-stopping images.
11-Stop Power Range: 0.5-500Ws
With an extensive 11-stop power range (0.5-500Ws), the D30 offers precise power adjustments, allowing you to tailor the lighting intensity to meet various creative needs, from soft ambient fills to bright, intense shots. This wide power range is particularly useful in scenarios where subtlety and control are crucial, such as portrait or product photography.
Sync, TTL, HSS & Remote Control
The D30 is compatible with Sync, TTL, and High-Speed Sync (HSS) functionalities, adding versatility in terms of syncing with your camera’s exposure settings. Remote control functionality also enables photographers to operate multiple units from a distance, making complex lighting setups far more manageable.
Intuitive Onboard Control with Display
An easy-to-read digital display on the D30 offers intuitive control for all settings, ensuring photographers can make quick adjustments even in dimly lit environments. The user-friendly interface saves time, allowing you to focus more on creativity and less on navigating complex controls.
Compatible with 120+ Light Shaping Tools
Profoto has ensured that the D30 is compatible with over 120 light-shaping tools, from softboxes and reflectors to grids and gels. This wide compatibility lets photographers experiment with different lighting effects, textures, and styles, providing unmatched versatility in shaping and controlling light.
AC Power: 100-240 VAC
Designed to work internationally, the D30 operates on an AC power input of 100-240 VAC, making it a flexible tool for photographers who work across regions. This versatility means you can plug it in anywhere without worrying about power compatibility issues, allowing for smooth operation on global assignments.
The Profoto D30 500Ws Monolight combines power, efficiency, and flexibility, making it a valuable asset for professional photographers. With advanced features like AirX connectivity, fast recycling, and Freeze Mode, it stands out as a reliable tool for capturing sharp, well-lit images in any setting.
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