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@karlweb1 Ай бұрын
I plan on selling my two B2 system and getting two of these as kicker lights
@LadyFairChildVideo Ай бұрын
they really needed to up the wattage to 600ws
@RaphNogalPhotography Ай бұрын
hey - Thanks for your comment. I'm curious why you chose 600 WS (and not 750 or 1000?)... that's only 100 more than the B10XPlus (500WS). How would that 100 extra benefit you? Im genuinely interested.
@LadyFairChildVideo Ай бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography 600ws is really beneficial for beating out the sun (more power) , specially if the light has to be further away from the subject- and since you are shooting in midday sun, you can work a little better with high speed sync (more power helps here), and higher f stop, without getting the harsh really black shadows under chin-nose-eyebrows. since with the extra power- you can actually add another diffuser to the softbox/octabox - and get a softer more filled look. 750ws is really rare and is why i don't suggest it, and 1200 is more for extreme conditions where you want to freeze movement in midday sun with the higher shutter speeds.
@RaphNogalPhotography Ай бұрын
@@LadyFairChildVideo Thanks for sharing!
@vivianagutierrez9677 3 ай бұрын
Will the new connect pro work with all profoto lights or just the newer models? I have B1x, D1, and A10’s. and now just recently purchased some B10x. I own the older remote. Will that still work with newer and older lights or should I upgrade? Thank you!
@RaphNogalPhotography 3 ай бұрын
THe new remote will work with all Profoto lights. The only feature that you won't be able to get is the Air2 feature where it shows you the power of the flash right on the remote (this is only available for Bluetooth enabled units), but all other functions will remain the same and working. HOpe that helps.
@anandnimfa 7 ай бұрын
Awesome 👏🏼
@eyesonly4451 8 ай бұрын
I already own tons (too much) of Profoto stuff, from an older D4R-2400, Compacts, B2s, and B10s. Not sure where the A2 fits in with me, as I'd still need to bring a stand (or assistant) to use it. Yes, it can be easily held in one hand with the camera in the other--but so can a B10. And if the camera/lens is too unwieldy for single handholding then you're back to using a stand...and back to why not a more capable B2 or B10 at that point? At some point, having increasingly smaller flash heads becomes irrelevant. It's reminiscent of Apple's fixation on _thin_ phones. They eventually became so absorbed in the pursuit of thinness that they lost sight of the bigger issue--phones shouldn't bend under normal use. For location, I'm still a bit partial to the B2 system. It puts the battery and control pack on the ground, with either one or two attached flash heads, each lighter than the A2 and having a total of 250 Ws. I have finally ordered some 3rd party batteries for my B2s that promise twice the energy of the original Profoto-supplied batteries (and at ½ the price!) If they live up to promise, that should give the B2 over 400 full power pops. In use, the B2 is more like a miniature Pro-11 and works with all of Profoto's OCF line of modifiers.
@eyesonly4451 9 ай бұрын
This would be great on an RZ67, assuming you can get one with a properly working wheel.
@eyesonly4451 9 ай бұрын
But will this new Connect Pro (non-til) fit on the side shoe of an RZ67 without interfering with the focusing knob??? I have the round Connect, and it will physically fit, but it fires twice on the RZ, once at shutter open and then again at shutter close. I have two RZ67 Pro-II bodies and it does this on both. However, an Air Remote (non-TTL) using a hot-shoe to 3.5mm sync cable does *_not_* double fire. I also noticed the Connect Pro apparently does not have any 3.5mm sync ports(?)
@RaphNogalPhotography 9 ай бұрын
No idea if it will fit as I don't own that camera... looks like it would clear space for finders and focus/zoom operation of lenses. Correct no 3.5mm sync ports. Interesting why it fires twice. I recommend bringing your camera along to a profoto dealers to test out the features you need to make sure this is a good fit for you.
@georgdresel4809 11 ай бұрын
very useful - thank you!
@DelDelap Жыл бұрын
Wondered if you could help I can’t get my a10 on my a1 to shoot ttl is this my camera setting or flash ?
@RaphNogalPhotography Жыл бұрын
If you are using Sony version A10 and have used flash before on your A1 camera, then your settings should already be set. 2 things i see often, 1. prople foget to turn on "wireless flash ON" in the camera menu, 2. once you put a flash on your camera hotshoe, wiggle it around a bit to make sure all the pins drop and connect... often the flash may not sit correctly, so it will give you manual model flash (middle pin connected) and not other features like TTL/HSS, until all the pins are lined up and connceted. Hope that helps.
@MuraliGattoji Жыл бұрын
Awesome work!! May what is the camera belt you are using? Thats looks cool
@RaphNogalPhotography Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm using Spider Holster - I love it and saves my back after 12 hr days :)
@steverealtyandfinance8171 Жыл бұрын
$995 for a 100 ws light! I'll pass
@SamirSidkilasvegas Жыл бұрын
What do you use it for? I am new and own a Sony FX30 why would I need one ?
@RaphNogalPhotography Жыл бұрын
This is to control Profoto lights (B10X, A10, A2, etc) from your Sony camera
@SamirSidkilasvegas Жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography I am out buying a fx3 did not like myfx30 so I will read about it later on thx
@thomastuorto9929 2 жыл бұрын
Watt seconds? Is that a recycle time thing?
@smaruzzi 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing design, great quality build, and a super simple and easy-to-understand user interface. Having a small battery, ideally compatible with the A2 battery charger via an adapter, would be perfect.I just bought it in conjunction with a Profoto A2 and couldn't be happier. Thanks, for the video, Stefano
@natalistudio 2 жыл бұрын
👯♀ THANK YOU !!!! THIS IS EXACTLY THE INFORMATION I WAS LOOKING FOR IN COMPARISON !
@louisrafaelcom 2 жыл бұрын
How is the hot shoe mount build quality? I have the one in the middle and the mount is failing on me which leaves me having to choose between too big and too incapable. If the big one has a good hot shoe mount I'll go for that…
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Seems pretty solid, but it is plastic. I'm also waiting for the SOny version so I can put it to the test in the field.
@louisrafaelcom 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography Turns out the mount was failing especially because one of the screws had completely come out of its hole and the others were all loose. In addition, I was getting only about 1 frame per second, which turned out to be a firmware issue. All back to proper function now!
@organicrobot4710 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography Same!
@mahmouds123 2 жыл бұрын
i have a question , the falsh take off the camera while it is locked, what do you thinks about this ??
@flashforum939 2 жыл бұрын
Would be interested in a long term review. Also interested in hearing about your experience with the wheel - lots of complaints on B&H about the user experience.
@smaruzzi 2 жыл бұрын
The wheel on the unit operates smoothly with no issues at all. Stefano
@guschavarria8884 2 жыл бұрын
I have gone through 4 remotes and the wheel was stiff on all 4. All 4 were purchased at different times hoping the problem was solved. My last was purchased last week. I have returned all 4. I asked profoto if they could send me a unit where the wheel was not stiff and they said they could not since they don’t know which have been corrected. The only way they could ensure I received a working unit was to buy one and send it in to be repaired. Seems a little backwards to me.
@billimono4480 2 жыл бұрын
Do you think Profoto would upgrade their D2 with a more modern interface like the B10x and make the modeling lamp LED instead off Tungsten?
@dmitrybaranov4632 2 жыл бұрын
They are trying... So sometimes, when the crysis will pass away, probably yes ))))
@stevenbagley9858 2 жыл бұрын
Will this new trigger work with my Godox Flashes?
@Rogneves1 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Raph! So friend, I have a Sony a9ii and I intend to buy a Profoto A1x flash. I shoot dances and carnival and I need multiple shots in manual mode. You know if he heats up or holds up just fine. I have problems with my Sony f60! They say the Profoto doesn't overheat.
@nelsonclub7722 2 жыл бұрын
The great thing for me isn't just the quality of Profoto but that I can use all of their lights trigger free with the Phase One XF - for weddings this is a win win win - the little A2 integrates seamlessly - we have two now and they are indispensable - and there is a new adaptor on its way for November - the Clic brolly is a bit of a weak link - the magnets are not as strong as a proper ring manageable in the studio but not really ideal for location photography at all
@RayValdezPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
what new adapter?
@nelsonclub7722 2 жыл бұрын
@@RayValdezPhotography Profoto Clic is here - but there is a new one on its way which is their own design and it is better - too many complaints about the Clic - I got this from Profoto Rep directly - I am in UK and know personally quite a few reps from Fuji Leica Profoto and Teamworkphoto is where I buy all my Phase One and studio gear.
@RayValdezPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@nelsonclub7722 i have the first clic or magnet products. they are all cracking and falling part. i just went with magmod. the weight sucks on magmod but it works so good.
@nelsonclub7722 2 жыл бұрын
@@RayValdezPhotography Agree I use the original OCF one they produced where the Profoto actually locks in - so much more secure - I thought the Clic which was a copy of 'Angler' was hopeless in the real world. THis new design should be somewhere between the two - there is one other issue I encountered with fold up brolly style diffusers and that is that in some shots you can see the frames of the mechanism as shadows!!!!!!
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
Spends a grand on light, places 50p sprite can on it.
@manilamartin1001 2 жыл бұрын
mostly interested In overheating. looks nice though.
@nelsonclub7722 2 жыл бұрын
They don't I have run two batteries back to back 750+ shots in very quick succession - zero issues
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
What’s the light being held up at 18 seconds?
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
That is a B10 Plus / B10X Plus with an OCF Magnum Reflector
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography thanks Raph. What’s the difference between the a10 & a2? Which do you prefer?
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@Poopdeck1015 Depends on your use, but I find the A10 more versatile as it can serve as on-camera and off-camera solution. If you are buying your first profoto strobe, perhaps the A2 would suit the bill.
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography I’ve only ever used Profoto in a studio. Not owned one but I’m looking for something portable so the a10 seems better thanks 😊
@starlight7830 2 жыл бұрын
very confused
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ralph, I’m considering buying the a10 or the a2. I’ve been told that the pins on the trigger/flash for Profotos don’t fit correctly. Is that true?
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have not had any issues with the remote connection on my Sony cameras. You do need to make sure the pins are in and you might have to wiggle lightly to make sure the pin sits, but I had the same with Nikon when I used them. You do want the remotes to sit on there nice and snug.
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography thank you Raph. You’re the only person who has replied to me on this issue. Much appreciated for your time, it’s very thoughtful for you to reply. I ordered one. Got the last of them :)
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@Poopdeck1015 My pleasure, hope it serves you well!
@Poopdeck1015 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography subbed :)
@kelb89 2 жыл бұрын
Hows the battery drain on standby? Looking to use them for my wedding receptions.
@stalkev 2 жыл бұрын
The new A2 Looks like a B-Series.. It seems to be a great unit though. Thank you for sharing.....
@brettida3936 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I can only think if you needed some kicker lights to add to the arsenal, then this could be good $1275 (as seen on the Profoto Canada website), compared to a new A10 $1500 + tax. it would be more durable. Other than that, not sure where it would fit.
@stephencross6474 2 жыл бұрын
Just purchased 2…already have 1 b10… pair of B1X Srobes…Set of A1’s( one waiting to be sent off for repairs).. I know I make them fit into my photography world…especially as I’m retiring in about 2 months… looking forward to them
@Iskhakoff 2 жыл бұрын
could you please compare the temperatures of a2 and a10? do they match? can they be used in one lighting setup?
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
I can try to do a test when I get some time. On paper A10s dont list the color temp, but A2 says 5800 K +-100 K, i would imagine they would be close if not the same spec, but i'll do a test when I can
@Iskhakoff 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography yes, please do the test! thanks!
Жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography I would be interested in that, too!
@rodneyturnerphoto 2 жыл бұрын
I plan on grabbing a pair to use as wedding kicker lights. I have two A1 and a few batteries. I like the compact design.
@terencemorrissey4413 2 жыл бұрын
Might be a good option for travel.
@RWAquariumPages 2 жыл бұрын
great unboxing video. I'm interested in this light, I currently own a b1 and i use a godox ad100 for aquarium photography and it works well. but the colour shift is terrible, Ill be upgrading to this when it's avaliable in my area. thanks for the great video
@justinoff1 2 жыл бұрын
"400 shots off that battery " okay. But at what power...
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
400 shots at full power.
@feherberci 2 жыл бұрын
I do not know whether the Profoto is a reasonable decision... Comparing to Broncolor it is not the same quality and comparing to Godox the price difference is acceptable. Through the years Profoto tried to reach the quality of Broncolor. They have reached the price range but did not reach the quality. Let us remember about the acquire of the Creative Light company. No development just changing the brand and raising the price with 150%. (I bought a lot of CL softboxes 2 weeks before the buying up...) And now as they have missed the mark they are trying to follow Godox... Profoto became a pointless decision.
@RayValdezPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
profoto is about convenience and quality. broncolor hasnt updated anything in a long time. Profoto is the easiest system to work with and might be the most reliable strobe company.
@feherberci 2 жыл бұрын
@@RayValdezPhotography Profoto has bought up Creative Light company and selling their softboxes… the price is more than double and no development. I can’t see convenience and extra quality in this - only profit hunger.
@RayValdezPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@feherberci Compared to what companies Broncoolor charges the most, godox charges the less as the cheapest decent company but probably have way less overhead and might use copycat R&D so they can charge less. This is a development. Most of the profoto lights, not talking about softboxes, from profoto seem to be their own designs.
@BoomsRiddico4868 2 жыл бұрын
Have used them all but if i need to hire or buy i always go with Profoto. Broncolor have all the features but just too complicated for assistants that i use and they are not robust enough for location stuff. Great if you have unlimited budget (which nobody has) and only use in studio. Also broncolor dont have a great workd service or rental network like profoto do.
@feherberci 2 жыл бұрын
Tide is turning…. Profoto started to follow Godox. (Not even mentioning it…)
@quyenslcnguyen696 2 жыл бұрын
thanks. I think I'll get one for a quick event shoot... maybe wait for the A2x with more power (hopefully it'll be 150-watt). Price-wise it's a nice-but the accessories add uo quickly.
@RayValdezPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
the light is weaker than the a1 which is sad.
@akpevbe 2 жыл бұрын
So we are all just going to PRETEND that this isn't a direct copy of the GODOX AD100 PRO right? 🤷🏾♂️
@justinoff1 2 жыл бұрын
Well this isn't garbage so no
@evocati6523 2 жыл бұрын
@@justinoff1 I have several, they're great. But hey whatever makes you feel better, if you want to pretend these lights aren't also made in CHY-NA then that's on you
@justinoff1 2 жыл бұрын
@@evocati6523 oh they're def made in China but the profoto is serviceable unlike the other brands which are ewaste if they stop working
@cassiuschen268 2 жыл бұрын
@@justinoff1 I prefer just buy another New one and have it delivered in days with 1/6 of the price instead sending to Profoto servicing and wating weeks with ridiculous cost.
@justinoff1 2 жыл бұрын
@@cassiuschen268 if you're a working professional profoto takes 5 days where I'm at through Silvino. But hey, if you prefer cheap disposable ewaste... that's on you. 100w isn't enough light for me anyway.
@sovietmind 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for comparison. I think B10X better value.
@TedNghiem 2 жыл бұрын
It looks cool for a kicker light, but since I have two A1s and 2 b10s, I kinda don't think I need this one.
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Im in the same boat Ted. Trying to figure out where this light will fit in considering I own A10/B10X.
@nigeljameshughes3722 2 жыл бұрын
Looks nice like all Pro Foto gear but and heres my thoughts on it. I don't use Pro foto but I have a friend who does. He has the B10 B10+ and A1 x models and for me I cannot see the point of this light in honesty. For a light that is 20 watts more powerull than an A1 I think it's a bit pointless. If I had the A1 this would be a pointless purchase
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
NIgel, I agree. I'm having a hard time figuring out where this light will fit in my lighting arsenal.
@rumporridge1 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography for those who don’t own any Profoto products I plan to start with an A2 and the new Leica trigger. Will add a B10X Plus down the road. Great path to get into Profoto gear.
@whosnext_bymeeth4745 2 жыл бұрын
Price?
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Check with you local dealer, but I believe it's $1,275.00 CAD
@SebastianSchwarz99 2 жыл бұрын
I cannot deactivate the register screen, I have correctly registered the product. Any idea how to disable that? It's annoying every time I turn on the device.
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Sebastian, I'm looking into this too. I also find it annoying. I'll update my reply when I hear back from them.
@smaruzzi 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography I connected to the Connect Pro via the Profoto Control app. I was asked to install new firmware A2 (FE9FC31C), and then I registered the device via the app despite I had already registered it days ago directly on the Profoto website. When I turn on the Connect Pro the initial registration message doesn't show up anymore. Not sure if it is the result of the new firmware or the second registration done via the app. One way or the other, problem solved here. Stefano
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@smaruzzi Awesome! I'll need to check that out ASAP and see if it was firmware or second registration. Thanks for letting me know!
@devoncoleman5748 Жыл бұрын
My registration update on the profoto app keeps failing. What do I do now?
@devoncoleman5748 Жыл бұрын
@@smaruzzi My registration update on the profoto app keeps failing. What do I do now?
@colinturner6628 2 жыл бұрын
Why is it that in 2022 your still dependant on having to put batteries in it?. just have a usb C cable and charge it off a power pack. The price for the remote is already very costly and if they eventually do a battery pack to put in it will involve another cost. Profoto at it's worst just squeeze more money out of the punters. Not worth the upgrade if you already own a Profoto remote.
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, we should definitely be way past moving away from AAA batteries.
@mjscpr 2 жыл бұрын
Practically speaking in the field it is - to me - more handy to simply add more batteries when empty. I can't really connect a power bank while using it.
@neostephens8980 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review, but "sleek" it is not, especially compared to its predecessor. LOL
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Well that's subjectinve. To me it has simple lines, curved adges, looks clean...... so i say sleek lol but to each their own :)
@neostephens8980 2 жыл бұрын
@@RaphNogalPhotography Fair enough. I did order mine today though (sleek or not). LOL
@35mmraw 2 жыл бұрын
Bigger & shinier, the two exact opposites of what you want attached to your camera. Still sticks out like a sore thumb like all the other brands too. It needs to be short, stubby, flat lying and non reflective. SIMPLE!
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
All valid points!
@jaimeduncan6167 Жыл бұрын
The size is determined by functionality, including battery duration, and is easy to use, and who cares about the shinier part?
@pharaohphotography-JADU 2 жыл бұрын
I like the small connect for its size and because I can charge the triggers like a cellphone. Hopefully this new remote will have that option in the future with a rechargeable lithium battery pack option. 😊🙌🏽
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
100% I hope the same!
@pharaohphotography-JADU 2 жыл бұрын
Looks good! How does it sit on the camera? There will be two versions - a non TTL and a TTL version? What are the price points of each? Hopefully there will a rechargeable lithium battery pack option! 😊 👍🏽
@RaphNogalPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
It sits similarly like the AirTTL remote, slanty... so you can see the interface. TTL version with specific brands (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, Leica) and a generic non-TTL version (single pin, like the one in my video) with will not have TTL or HSS but will be able to trigger from any camera with a hotshoe. I believe price point is a little less than the AirTTL remote, but check with you local dealer for specific pricing.