A portable setup for that touch of light!

[@michaeledmonds9203]

Finally, a video on this setup! I'd streamlined my Q2 carry down to the Connect and a C1Plus a few years back and it rocks. (Using it for street portraits and tight, backstage areas). I grabbed up a few more of the lights while they're around so I'm good for some time. Happy you found this!

[@kaskoPhoto]

It really is a great little setup. I added a wrist strap to it for when I use it with manual focus. I can just let it drop, focus and grab it.

[@thecollector7250]

I have a Q… which profoto

[@thecollector7250]

Which connect? Leica or Nikon?

[@michaeledmonds9203]

@@thecollector7250 We are talking about the smaller, cheaper, round (hockey puck) Nikon Connect. Atop Leicas it works with Profoto lights in manual mode. The newer (and bigger) Leica Connect is overkill for my needs (I don't need the ttl features). A Leica Q2 and a Nikon Connect are very cool as a tandem. I was using this combo over a year before they made the new Leica Connect.

[@KeemIbarra]

very cool! I never considered the c1+, but been using the b10+, b10s and more recently the a10/a2's and they work flawlessly. might have to pick something like this up for family parties! thanks for the video my friend.

[@kaskoPhoto]

Always welcome. The C1 + doesn’t hold a candle to the a10 A2 but for a small pop it is great

[@des7638]

Useful video, and what a great comment section too!

[@christianpetersen1782]

Thanks for a great demo. Love it.

[@KazThe3rd]

I'm watching this video from Japan. I've read through the comments. Are you using the Profoto Connect for Nikon in manual mode? I'd love to know more about how to use it. I own a Nikon Zf and a Leica Q3, so I'm particularly interested in that setup. Is the manual mode difficult to use?

[@JHurrenPhotography]

This is manual flash then? Such a compact set up. I wonder how it would be on a film M body. Thanks for this video! I love your professional approach to photography

[@Jack-qn6vy]

This is very interesting, thank you. I have a Nikon Zf and a Leica M11. Looking to dip my toe into flash photography. Mostly for macro, but also for small groups. I have two questions: (1) Would this system work with both the Zf and the M11? (2) Is there some sort of adapter that would let you mount it directly on the hot shoe (for laziness and for macro photography for instance)? Also just curious, which Nikon was that you were holding? I am considering one with a better grip, like the Z7ii just for those times I want to try using flash, or with larger lenses. Thanks for the very high quality content.

[@kaskoPhoto]

I use the Z7 II - love it. I am sure you can get a hot shoe adapter for it but that would take away the flash part of it since you need a remote on the hot shoe. I use it with both the Z and M cameras with the little Profoto Connect remote.

[@bernie0617]

Thanks for the video ! There seem to exist several versions of the Connect. Which one works with Leica SL3 ? Thanks

[@MGNphotography]

Only the Profoto Connect Pro for Leica. The Canon versions of the Connect and Connect Pro do not work on any of the Leicas -- I can't speak for the Nikon, Fuji, Sony, etc. The Profoto Connect is not made for the Leica series, only the Connect Pro is.

[@dantecorbett2221]

Curious if I should keep my A2 order for the same usecase or find a used C1+ lol. Both small but I wanna use it mostly in the same way at some events. With wrist strap or maybe put it on a bracket sometimes.

[@MrGleno99]

A lot of people criticize the C1+ because of wattage and high price but its on my list with a purpose of using with my clic gels for a cinematic look they can set up quickly in small spaces such as adding more light from a side lamp or window.

[@kaskoPhoto]

I love the clic gels but they do decrease the power of the C1 Plus

[@thenexthobby]

I'm tempted by the Godox MF12 for this style of shooting. It requires one of their controllers, so it's not as petit but nothing really is compared to that Connect probably.

[@kaskoPhoto]

That is a small unit. I’m betting it would work well though.

[@morninglightphotography]

I didn't think they sold the puck for leica only the bigger profoto connect. Where did you get this?

[@kaskoPhoto]

You can use the Nikon version in manual mode.

[@Ad-eq3cu]

Thank you for the video. Is this product (C1 plus) discontinued now?

[@kaskoPhoto]

It just may be. But there are still new ones on the market - just have to search a little. Buying used is great because these are built really well.

[@MartinV.]

Great Video

[@royprasad]

Interesting idea, thanks. Profoto doesn't make a Connect Wireless for Leica, so you must be using the one made for another camera not named Sony. Do you mind sharing that info? Thanks! (I asked you this question on another of your videos - if I can find that, I will delete my question there!)

[@kaskoPhoto]

The Nikon remote works perfectly in manual mode.

[@royprasad]

@@kaskoPhoto - Thank you. Saw your response in both places!

[@willteeyang]

Thanks for the video. have you use this on the M6 or any film camera? whats the sync speed and can you lock the manual power on this setup? thanks. The "for CANON" should work if i do manual (non-ttl), right?

[@Kwakukr3]

Can we get a link to for the purchase?

[@kaskoPhoto]

I think it’s only used market now.

[@Kwakukr3]

@@kaskoPhoto how do i get one?

[@lifetimesofamultiplemediam1003]

TTL cable!… then hang the flash around your neck when focusing!… That's what I do 🙃

[@kaskoPhoto]

The whole less is more for me. I want the small Connect on top and a small footprint all together. Having a full size flash connected to a cable and then connected to my camera. That would be everything I am trying to avoid. But your option does work well for that setup.

[@lifetimesofamultiplemediam1003]

@@kaskoPhoto My set up: 1. camera 2. flash 3. cable… The other way: 1. camera 2. flash 3. trigger 4. hand strap for the flash… Less is definitely more, but both will work.

[@MaunoKoivistoOfficial]

How do you hang the flash from your neck? Do you just use the TTL cable or do you have a separate strap?

[@damnjjwtf]

I can't get me C1 to pump out a lot of light. it seems like its just blipping a tiny bit? I went in the app and pumped it up. manual on a Leica q. any suggestions?

[@kaskoPhoto]

They are not strong at all. But just clicking the + button until the light double blinks is its highest.

[@BangPhotography]

hi there, i had no idea the profoto connect (not pro version) works with Leica cameras! i asked their customer service and they said only the connect pro support leica, how did you manage to make yours work with leica? and does it also work with leica Qs! thanks in advance!

[@kaskoPhoto]

It works perfectly in Manual mode. In their defense, when they say “works with” they are including TTL functions. Using the little Connect is manual only with Nikon Connect on Leica

[@eangmanith]

Great question, I wanted to get the Profoto connect for my Leica as well. I’m currently shooting with Canon and I was hoping to get a Connect that works with both. Do you think the Canon version will work on the leica as well in Manual mode?

[@kaskoPhoto]

@@eangmanith I do not know if it will.

[@MGNphotography]

@@eangmanith Unfortunately, I wondered the same thing and just tested this -- neither the Canon Connect or Canon Connect Pro work on either my M11 or SL3. The connection points don't line up, so it doesn't even fit onto the hotshoe mount. I do have the "Profoto Connect Pro for Leica" and it is compatible with both the SL3 and my line of Profoto lights. My results haven't been as consistently accurate as with all my Canon gear, but I may need to do some more testing to find the sweet spot for adjustments.

[@ArminHirmer]

if one can do photography, even this tiny things will work. of course one has to use it in the way its meant to be used. Then you see some KZbinrs making it bad, as they dont know their craft :) well done its a nice light

[@kaskoPhoto]

You are so right. But at $500 as released, this is a hard no. At $100-200 I’m good with it.

[@ArminHirmer]

@@kaskoPhoto of course 500 was ridiculous, here in Europe there are not many and if still 200-300

[@ohnoflicks]

Has PF discontinued the C1? The last time I checked the website to get ready to buy, seems it was gone.

[@kaskoPhoto]

I think so but they can be found in the used market.

[@noc838]

Could you use this setup with your non TTL film M cameras? MP for example?

[@kaskoPhoto]

Absolutely.

[@noc838]

That is wonderful news for me! But how, isn’t the connect and the light just running based off of the TTL info in the camera? Doesn’t look like either have a non TTL auto or even a manual. How have you managed it? I’d really appreciate your guidance here as this could be the most perfect solution for my needs!

[@noc838]

@@kaskoPhoto could you please explain how. It’s a lot to invest if it doesn’t work properly for purpose and since you have the set who better to ask :)

[@peterivarsson9267]

But is there a ttl remote for leica?

[@kaskoPhoto]

Yes, the Profoto Connect Pro has a Leica version

[@Nicosalgadophotography]

Hi what do use now for your events for the Leica ?

[@kaskoPhoto]

I use the Leica SF 40 and the Fuji EF-X20

[@tresey208]

does it work with ttl? did you use the olympus connecter?

[@kaskoPhoto]

It technically works in ttl but not as accurate as you would like. Yes, I used the Olympus

[@tresey208]

@@kaskoPhoto ok great thank you. the connect pro is overkill for what i want to do with it. Even getting a Leica Godox TTL trigger together with a AD100 would be cheaper then just buying the leica TTL trigger from Profoto…

[@kaskoPhoto]

@@tresey208 agree. I haven’t had much luck with Godox TTL on Leica but it’s sometimes ok.

[@pnw_md]

With the Leica, which version of the Connect do you use? Nikon?

[@kaskoPhoto]

For the original Connect I use Nikon. No ttl but the pin placement is the same. Works perfectly in manual mode. For the new Connect Pro I use the Leica version.

[@michaelvenezia2633]

I was a wedding photographer for about 15 years, and if you showed up at one of my contacted weddings, I would have stopped everything and made you put your equipment away. It was written into my contract that I was the only photographer allowed to take pictures. So no matter how cute your setup was...I wouldn't have allowed you to take two photos. Many tried, not one succeeded. I would simply show the bride and groom the contract, and they would tell you to put your equipment away. If you didn't...I would walk out...and I never had to leave a wedding. That would be unbelievably rude to start shooting at a wedding...so f#@k your cute little setup...use it to shoot your own contracted weddings , where they hire you based on your proven deliverable results...not your gadgety setup.

[@kaskoPhoto]

Well said. You sound like a real pro. Thanks for sharing.

[@lordoid]

@@kaskoPhoto😂