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Light Shaping
Pro -7
Eckhard Heine and Conny Dufgran, at ”Photokina” 1968
Create your own light with Profoto: Tools designed for Light Shaping The Profoto Philosophy
own distinct character of light. So you can create your own style with confidence in the quality and consistency of light from shot-to-shot in the studio or on location. This approach allows you the peace of mind whether you are in the studio with Pro-7, on a location shoot with the portable Acute2 and ComPact units, or running on the batteries of the portable Pro-7b.
The cornerstone of the Profoto design philosophy is to create tools for “shaping light.” The result is a totally modular system that is easy to understand and work with.
Perfect light After considering natural light, the light you create is the most important element. Natural light comes in unending varieties of hue and character. As a photographer, you can choose to patiently wait for the perfect light. Or create it, using the right tools, to control, complement, or recreate the beauty that nature provides.
Safety and total reliability Many electronic safeguards are incorporated to ensure Profoto generators are always ready to function, at their peak, for long periods of time. Profoto’s unique twist-lock lamp head connectors are among the safest in existence. For total reliability, the generator and heads must be able to withstand heavy duty use without failure.
Optically designed Light Shaping Tools The Profoto philosophy demands that tools be designed to shape light in specific ways, with minimum effort. Profoto’s unique modular system of optically designed light shaping tools allow you create the “perfect light” on demand. With them, you can work simply, consistently, and efficiently. To systematically create different types of light, you need to start with the basic concepts of direct, diffused and reflected light. The possibilities are endless, but the process should be creative, without being time consuming.
Look, listen and touch Look at the control panel, and you can start working right away. Use of the dials is intuitive and logical. Listen to the way parts click positively into place. Feel the rugged, lightweight, and practical styling of every component.
Take your style of light anywhere Anywhere, anytime. Whether you use it everyday in your own studio, or visit the top rental studios worldwide, you will find Profoto reliable and dependable. Use the Pro-7a or Pro-7s everyday in your studio or grab the Pro-7b battery powered studio unit for location work.
Achieve a distinctive quality of light With Profoto, you select from a versatile, modular system of light shaping instruments. Each with the ability to create its
The photographer’s tools are a natural part of the creative process. Like the painter’s brush, the sculptor’s chisel, or the musician’s instrument, their form and design should reflect their function. They should have the right feel, and be aesthetically pleasing. – Profoto founders Conny Dufgran and Eckhard Heine
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Generators
Pro -7
Maximum Performance with Modular Light Shaping Tools Pro-7 Generators
The Pro-7 system consists of three types of units:
A standard in rental studios worldwide, Pro-7 offers action stopping short flash durations and super fast recycling for any type of application, including day after day of demanding fashion shooting sessions. And always with Profoto’s renowned system of modular light shaping tools at hand.
Profoto Pro-7a Turbo recycling, ultra-short flash duration, and the choice of asymmetrical and symmetrical power distribution with up to three lamp heads. Plus: colour temperature control and auto-bracketing.
Pro-7 generators are the ultimate in flexibility and control for photographers who require the finest quality of light in a performance powerpack. For the “Pro-on-the-go”, the Pro-7 is a very sound investment, since the accessories are compatible with D4, the lightweight Acute2 and ComPact lines of electronic flashes. This opens up a world of possibilities and convenience for any photographic assignment.
Profoto Pro-7s Fast recycling, short flash duration and symmetrical power distribution for up to two lamp heads. Unique capacitor rotation feature constantly rotates capacitor banks for maximum efficiency and longer generator life, especially in heavy-duty use.
Pro-7b
No matter where you are, shaping the light in your own style is fast, easy and repeatable, whether you use exceptional light shaping tools such as the Profoto Pro-7 Ringflash for fashion, or the Profoto 5’, 7’ and 8' Reflectors for a huge light-source with daylight effect.
High-capacity battery powered generator for total freedom on location. In the studio, the Pro-7b can be charged while shooting, thus extending its usage. Each battery holds energy enough for 250 full power flashes, recycling in just 2.8 sec. and flash durations down to from 1/3000 sec. The Pro-7b accepts up to two lamp heads for symmetrical or asymmetrical operation.
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Photograph ©2000 Timothy White
The Pro-7 generators are perfectly suited for critical analogue (film) and digital photography.
Pro-7 Generators: Maximum power, minimum flash duration, super-fast recycling times – and heavy duty design. 5
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Generators
Pro -7
The Ultimate in Power and Control for the most Demanding Studio needs Pro-7a Generator features and technical data: • Super-fast recycling time from 0.08 to 1.5 seconds • Ultra-short flash durations from 1/1600 sec to 1/12000 sec. • Consistent Color Temperature and exposure level at all power settings • Color Temperature control over 400 degrees K in 50K steps • 6 stop range in 1/3 and 1/6 step increments with two ergonomic dial controls • Auto Bracketing in 1/3, 1/2 or 2/3 steps • Heavy duty, ergonomic design • Profoto special non-arching lamphead safety connectors • Auto-diagnostic start-up circuitry • Self Seeking Auto Multi-voltage with all AC voltages between 90 and 260V, 50 to 60 Hz • Symmetrical/Asymmetrical light distribution to three lamphead outlets • Switchable acoustic signal “beeps” when unit is fully recycled • Built-in photocell slave sync
Pro-7a Generators Pro-7a 2400 Generator (2400Ws) – 90 07 23
Maximum power distribution control. Extra fast recycling at full power in 1.5 sec. (Low power in 0.17 sec.) Includes: Power and Synchro Cables.
Pro-7a 1200 Generator (1200Ws) – 90 07 22
1200 Ws version of Pro-7a. Extra fast recycling at full power in 0.8 sec. Includes: Synchro Cable
Pro-7a Technical data: Pro-7a 1200
Pro-7a 2400
Ws Range
6 1/6 f/stops & 1/3 f/stops 37.5 - 1200
6 1/6 f/stops & 1/3 f/stops 75 - 2400
Flash Duration Min Max
1/12000 1/2200
1/8000 1/1600
Recycle Time 117V 100V 240V
0.15 - 0.8 sec. 0.17 - 1.4 sec. 0.08 - 0.7 sec.
0.17 - 1.5 sec. 0.19 - 2.7 sec. 0.12 - 1.4 sec.
Output – f/stop at 2m Magnum Zoom Umbrella
90.3 45.3 22.3
128.3 64.3 32.3
Dimensions Centimeters (LxWxD) Inches (LxWxD) Weight (kg/lbs )
34x17x24 13.5x6.75x9.5 9/20
40x17x24 15.5x6.75x9.5 12/27
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Photograph ©2000 Greg Delves
Power Range f/stop Range Increments
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Light Shaping
Heavy Duty Symmetrical Operation Pro-7s Generator features and technical data: • Short flash durations from 1/1600 sec to 1/12000 sec. • 6 stop range in 1/6 step output adjustments • Self Seeking Auto Multi-voltage with all AC voltages between 90 and 260V, 50 to 60 Hz • Symmetrical light distribution to two lamp head outlets • Heavy Duty, ergonomic design • Profoto special non-arching lamphead safety connectors • Auto-diagnostic start-up circuitry • Switchable acoustic signal “beeps” when unit is fully recycled • Built-in photocell slave sync • Unique capacitor rotation feature, constantly rotates capacitor banks, for longer generator life in heavy-duty use
Pro-7s Generators The Pro-7s offers fast recycling, short flash duration and symmetrical power distribution for up to two heads. Ideal combination with the Pro-7 Twin Head for an outfit with extremely short flash duration.
Pro-7s 2400 Generator (2400Ws) – 90 07 39
Maximum power distribution control with 100% recycling of 0.12 - 1.6 sec. Includes: Synchro Cable.
Pro-7s 1200 Generator (1200Ws) – 90 07 38
1200 Ws version of Pro-7s with 100% recycling from 0.1 - 0.9 sec. Includes: Synchro Cables.
Pro-7s 1200
Pro-7s 2400
Power Range f/stop Range Increments Ws range
6 1/6 37.5 - 1200
6 1/6 75 - 2400
Flash Duration Min Max
1/12000 1/2200
1/8000 1/1600
Recycle Time 117V 100V 240V
0.1 - 0.9 sec. 0.14 - 1.6 sec. 0.08 - 0.8 sec.
0.12 - 1.6 sec. 0.18 - 2.9 sec. 0.12 - 1.5 sec.
Output – f/stop at 2m Magnum Zoom Umbrella
90.3 45.3 22.3
128.3 64.3 32.3
Dimensions Centimeters (LxWxD) Inches (LxWxD) Weight(kg/lbs)
32x17x24 12x6.75x9.5 9/20
40x17x24 15.75x6.75x9 12/27
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Photograph ©2000 Greg Delves
Pro-7s Technical data:
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Pro -7 Generators
Generators
Pro -7
Imagine a heavy duty, 1200 Ws studio generator. Now imagine disconnecting the power cable from the wall and bringing the unit to wherever you happen to be shooting. With the generator still working, as if nothing has happened. That's the Profoto Pro-7b.
Photo: Jan Fridlund
Profoto Pro-7b:The ultimate in Battery Studio Flash the Pro-7 Ringflash, and the ProTwin head. Designed exclusively for the Pro-7b, there is also the smaller 7b head: light and portable, but still equipped with a strong 100W modelling lamp. Worth a special mention is the ProTwin head. With two separate Pro-7b generators, it gives you 2400 Ws in a single head – or faster recycling. When used with a single generator, the twin head delivers extremely short flash durations.
• Up to 250 full power flashes from a single battery cassette • Fast recycling: 0.09 – 2.8 sec. • Short, motion-freezing flash durations: 1/1400 – 1/3000 • Full 7 f-stop range in 1/6 step adjustments • Asymmetrical or symmetrical power distribution
Bag for the Profoto portable Pro-7b generator.
• 100W modelling lamp
Meeting the challenges on location
– 340202 A rugged, nylon transport bag with a shoulder strap and a handle. Perfect also for protection when shooting on location.
Working on location is always a challenge: There is not enough time. There is not enough space. There is not enough light. And worse: there is no electricity. Avoiding the inconvenience of a gas generator, you will look for battery-powered gear. Which traditionally means serious compromise in power and features. But not any more.
Pro-7b Technical data:
Leaving the studio with the Profoto Pro-7b, you are bringing 250 full power 1200Ws flashes. Along with two lamp outlets accepting the entire range of Profoto light shaping tools. And all of that in a box that recycles in just 2.8 seconds.
Pro-7b 1200
empty battery in just 2.5 hours, and it accepts a wide range of input power: 12-24V or 90-240V. Included with every Pro-7b is a standard 110/230V charger, loading the battery in 5 hours. Needless to say, the battery is replaceable. In other words, you just bring as much energy as needed. Also, because the Pro-7b battery is completely memory free, there is no penalty for partial charging.
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Use it while recharging it Back in the studio, using the snap-on universal power adapter, the Pro-7b can actually operate as a regular flash generator while the battery is being recharged. The adapter is fast, charging an 10
really fine-grained control. The two outlets allow the power to be split symmetrically or asymmetrically with a 2:1 ratio. Of course the unit provides consistent output flash after flash, hour after hour. Designed for the rugged conditions on location, the Pro-7b features sturdy knobs, rubber-clad grips and frames, as well as the outlets and switches conveniently placed on top. Also, the generator is equipped with the Profoto special non-arching safety connectors, for easy connecting/disconnecting of the head at any time.
Fine-grained energy control The output power can be adjusted over a full seven f-stop range, from 18.75Ws up to 1200Ws, in increments of 1/6 f-stop, for
Fully integrated with the Pro-7 system The Pro-7b accepts all Pro-7 heads, including the Pro-7Head, 11
Power Range f/stop Range Increments Ws Range
7 1/6 18.75 - 1200
Flash Duration Min Max
1/3000 1/1400
Recycle Time Battery
0.1 - 2.8 sec.
Output – f/stop at 2m Magnum Zoom Umbrella
90.3 45.3 22.3
Dimensions Centimeters (LxWxD) Inches (LxWxD) Weight (kg/lbs)
24x17x23 9.5x6.75x9 12/24
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Profoto Light Shaping Tools
Profoto Light Shaping Tools
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flashes per minute at 2400Ws, 8 flashes at 1200Ws, 16 flashes at 600Ws, 32 flashes at 300Ws, or 64 flashes per minute at 150Ws.
Profoto Pro-7 Flash Head System
Includes: Special Mounting Bracket, Lamp Cable 3.5m (12 ft). Max = 2400Ws
Pro-7b Flash Head – 90 07 25
Modular head with convection cooling and accepts all Profoto light shaping tools.
ProHead Fan Cooled Head – 90 07 09 with 250W Halogen lamp – 90 07 27 with 500W Halogen lamp
Modular head feature fan cooled operation and accepts all Profoto light shaping tools. Includes: Zoom Reflector, uncoated flashtube, 250W (or 500W) halogen lamp, UV-coated removable frosted glass cover, protextive transport cap, stand adapter and lamp cable 3.5m (12 ft).
Includes:Disc Reflector, uncoated flashtube, 100W halogen lamp, UV-coated removable frosted glass cover, protective transport cap, stand adapter and lamp cable 3.5m(12 ft). Size: 22 cm long and 10 cm diameter. Weight: 1.8kg.
PR Softlight Reflector for Pro-7 and Acute2 Ring Head
Others: 100W halogen lamp, frosted glass cover, 3.5m lamp cable and disc reflector.
– 10 06 42 Achieves a softer, shadow-free “beauty effect” by enlarging the ring flash area. Ideal for lighting people with a direct, yet soft light from the lens position, creating a unique omnidirectional illumination
Profoto flash heads are as practical as they are elegantly simple. All Pro-7 heads accept Profoto’s system of modular light shaping tools. The basic Profoto modular flash head design features a circular, heavy duty Quartz flash tube surrounding the modelling lamp, providing an even illumination and a maximum light output. All lamp head cables feature Profoto special connectors for safety, security and convenience, as well as new dual lead technology for better, reliable performance. All heads feature a 5/8" stand adapter.
Pro-7 Ring Flash for the Pro-7, Pro-6 and Pro-5 Generators –90 05 15
ProTwin
Customize Color Output
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Interchangeable glass covers can be selected to warm or cool and soften or sharpen the light to your personal style. In combination with frosted or clear UV coated or uncoated Profoto glass covers, an effective change of lighting warmth and character can be achieved.
Similar to the ProHead, but features two U-shaped flash tubes. This means you can attach two generators for twice the energy (a total of 4800Ws), or extremely fast recycling, when power output is reduced. When connected to one generator even shorter flash duration is achieved. The Twin Head is cooled by a fan and fits all Pro-7 generators.
Focusable Light
Includes: Magnum Reflector, uncoated Special Flashtube, 500W halogen modelling lamp, UV-coated, removable frosted glass cover, protective transport cap, stand adapter and Special Twin Lamp Cable 3.5m (12 ft). Max = 4800Ws.
The legendary design of Profoto heads permits accessories to be “focused”. By sliding the reflector back and forth on the head, the angle of light as well as the quality of the lights changes. Read more on page 15. 12
PR Widesoft Reflector
Popular with fashion photographers for freely positioned, direct, and detailed light without harshness. Excellent for small interiors such as automobiles, or for table-top applications.
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Like the Softlight, but with extra softness and a wider spread of the light, perfect for evenly illuminated pack shots and natural looking fill-in flash. The reflector has a white coating.
An entirely mobile source of light, the ring flash fits all Pro-7 generators. The adjustable tripod mount bracket and the wide interior (100 mm diameter) makes the Ring Flash compatible with all types of cameras as well as most lenses.
PR Close-up Reflector for Pro-7 and Acute2 Ring – 10 06 43
Optional accessory reflectors expand the ring flash’s capabilities further. Optional Softlight Reflector increases the light source, for fewer sharp shadows. Optional Close-up Reflector focuses the light source 20" (50cm) in front of the camera lens. With smaller objects, the effect is completely shadow-free. Maximum firing rate is 9600Ws per minute, which equals four
Concentrates the Ring Flash into a smaller area some 50cm (20") in front of the flash for close-up and macro applications. This provides a higher concentration of light when photographing smaller objects, while still maintaining a perfect shadeless illumination. 13
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Profoto Light Shaping Tools
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Perfect Light After considering natural light, the light you create is the most important element. Natural light comes from unending varieties of hue and character. As a photographer, you can choose to patiently wait for the perfect light, or create it, using the right tools to control, complement, or recreate the beauty that nature provides.
shot to shot. This approach allows you peace of mind whether you are in the studio or on location.
Safety and total reliability Many electronic safeguards are incorporated to ensure Profoto generators are always ready to function at their peak for long periods of time. Profoto’s unique twist lock arc proof lamp head connectors are the safest in the industry. For total reliability, the generator and heads are able to withstand constant heavy use without failure.
Optically designed light shaping tools
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Photograph ©2000 Greg Delves
The Profoto philosophy demands that tools be designed to shape light in specific ways, with minimum effort. Profoto’s unique modular system of optically designed light shaping tools allow you to create the perfect light on demand. With them, you can work simply, consistently and efficiently. You can systematically create different types of light starting with the basic concept. The possibilities are endless, and the process should be creative, not time consuming.
Look, listen and touch Look at the control panel and you can start working right away. Use of the dials is intuitive and logical. Listen to the way parts click positively into place. Feel the rugged, lightweight and practical styling of every component. You can feel, see and hear the controls, which gives you true feedback that confirms your actions.
Achieve a distinctive light quality
Take your style of light anywhere
With Profoto, you select from a versatile modular light shaping system. Each tool has the ability to create its own distinct character of light. So you can create your own style with confidence in the quality and consistency of the light from
Anywhere, anytime. Whether you use it every day in your own studio, or travel on location, you will find Profoto reliable and dependable. The photographer’s tools are a natural part of the creative process. 15
ComPact 300
Profoto Light Shaping Tools
Profoto –The Light Shaping System
ComPact Plus 600
ComPact Plus 1200
D4R 1200/2400
D4 1200/2400
Acute2R 1200/2400
Acute2 1200/2400
Pro-7b
(with radio slave module)
(with radio slave module)
Pro-7s 1200
Pro-7s 2400
Pro -7
Pro-7a 1200
Pro-7a 2400
HEADS
MONOLIGHTS AND GENERATORS
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ProDaylight HMI
ProTungsten
Acute/D4Head 90 06 66
(and ballast)
Narrow Beam Travel Narrow Beam Reflector Reflector 10 06 17 10 07 13
TeleZoom Reflector 10 07 12
Magnum Reflector 10 06 24
Wide Zoom Reflector 10 07 11
Acute/D4 Twin 90 06 78
Standard Zoom Reflector 10 06 10
Grid Reflector 10 07 05
Acute/D4 Ring 33 05 13
Disc Reflector 10 06 54
ProGlobe 10 06 73
Pro-7b Head 90 07 25
Softlight Reflector silver 10 06 07
ProHead 90 07 09
ProRing 30 05 15
ProFresnel 10 07 06
Softlight Reflector white 10 06 08
7” Grids 5˚ - 10 06 35 10˚ - 10 06 34
LIGHT SHAPING TOOLS
ProTwin 90 07 19
PR Softlight Reflector 10 06 42 PR Close-Up Reflector 10 06 43 PR WideSoft Reflector 10 07 17
Barn Doors for ProFresnel 10 07 07
ProFocus Spotlight 10 06 72
Glass Disc 10 07 04
10° Grid 10 06 18
Pro Tube 10 06 70
Barn Doors 10 07 15
10˚ WideZoom grid 10 06 36
Filter Holder 10 07 01
Grid - and filter holder 90 06 49
Barn Doors 10 06 71
Glass covers
Hardbox 10 07 18
Snoot 10 06 51
5°, 10°, 20° Grids 10 06 46, 10 06 05, 10 06 06
Slide Holder 24x36 10 06 86
Grid for softlight Reflectors 10 06 09
Slide Holder 6x6 10 06 87
Heat Absorbing Glass 10 06 88
Iris Diaphragm 10 06 52
Softgrids, masks and diffusers available. White Umbrella 10 06 11 - 0,85m 10 06 15 - 1,05m 10 07 19 - 1,30m
Silver Umbrella 10 06 16 - 1,05m 10 07 20- 1,30m
ProBox 90 05 61
Head Adapter 127mm - 10 06 30 144mm - 10 06 33
5´Giant Reflector 10 03 11, 7´Giant Reflector 10 03 12, 8´ Giant Reflector 10 03 13 Diffusors available (-1/3 and 1 f-stop)
Softbox 1x3´RF (30x90cm) 25 45 36
Softbox 1x4´RF (30x120cm) 25 45 24
Softbox 1x6´RF (30x180cm) 25 45 34
Softbox 2x2´RF (60x60cm) 25 45 25
Softbox 2x3´RF (60x90cm) 25 45 26
Softbox 3x4´RF (90x120cm) 25 45 27
Softbox 4x6´RF (120x180cm) 25 45 35
Softbox 3´Octa (90cm) 25 45 28
Softbox 5´Octa (150cm) 25 45 29
Softbox Adapter 10 06 60
Translucent Umbrella 10 06 13 - 0,85m 10 06 14 - 1,05m
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Profoto Light Shaping Tools
Profoto Light Shaping Tools
Systematically Shape with Light Modular light shaping tools are the heart of the Profoto System design. They allow you to reveal your own artistic style with unparalleled quality of light with maximum control and the minimum equipment set up time. You can systematically work with dozens of tools and accessories to create the look you want. The impressive range of Profoto light shaping tools include a system of reflectors, spotlights and umbrellas, but it doesn’t stop there. Highly specialized accessories like the ProGlobe, ProBox, Hardbox and Profoto 5, 7 and 8 foot giant reflectors offer unique lighting solutions to any shooting situation. Each tool offers a specific character of light to create highlights and shadows in limitless combinations, a broad palette that is easy to work with. For the lighting artist in you.
settings 8 and 4 is approximately 3 f-stops. Along with its zoom feature, it accepts a variety of accessories including Grid & Filterholder, Barn Doors, Snoot, and 5°, 10° and 20° Grids for a wide range of light shaping possibilities. The Grid and Filterholder is the most versatile accessory for the Standard Zoom Reflector. Filters can be mounted between the light source and the accessory. There is an air space between the filter and the reflector which prevents the filter from getting burned. Besides a Filter Cassette, there is a diffusion filter included. It is a little known fact that grids are more efficient if a diffusion filter is mounted behind them (between the light source and the grid).
Light Control
Unique Zoom Function
Honeycomb grids narrow the light beam, and are available in 20°, 10°, and 5° coverage. The four-sided Barn Door mounts directly onto the Standard Zoom Reflector. It features springs for mounting filters and/or honeycomb grids. It blocks undesired light from the subject or the camera lens. Mounted on the reflector, it can control stray light and add additional control to the shadow areas. The Filterholder mounts directly onto the Standard Zoom Reflector. A gelatin filter or diffuser 40x40cm can be mounted. A Snoot, which is mounted into the Grid and Filterholder and locked in place by the Filter Cassette, provides concentrated light at a specific point.
The versatile Standard Zoom Reflector is supplied with most Profoto heads and is available separately. By pushing the reflector forward or backward on the lamp head, the spread and effect of the light can be greatly altered. Pushed back (to setting 8), it gives very even lighting over a broad area. The light-spread of 100 degrees, at a distance of 2m from a wall provides completely even illumination over an area 4m in diameter. At a setting of 7, the Standard Zoom reflector offers a narrower beam that can evenly fill an umbrella. At a setting of 4, the light is center weighted with a gradual light fall off at the edges. The difference between
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Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
D4 1200 D4 2400
Rear position 8 – 100° broad beam When mounted in the rear position, the subject is lit evenly. This broad beam is excellent for lighting a background or filling an umbrella.
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Rear position with diffusion filter – 70° wide beam For direct lighting, use the Grid & Filterholder and limit the beam spread and soften the light. The filter reduces the output one f-stop.
70°
Front position 4 – 65° narrow beam When mounted in the front position, the Standard Zoom Reflector delivers maximum light efficiency at a narrower angle.
65°
Front position with diffusion filter – 45° narrow angle The Filterholder limits the light distribution and the diffusion filter softens the light for direct lighting. The Filter reduces the output one f-stop.
45°
Front position with 20° Grid All light is directed straight out, with a softly tapering edge. Creates a softened spot. Adding the Diffusion Filter increases efficiency.
20°
Front position with 10° Grid All light is directed straight out, with a softly tapering edge. Creates a smaller softened spot. Adding the Diffusion Filter increases efficiency. Somewhat lesslight than above.
10°
Front position with 5° Grid All light is directed straight out, with the smallest softened spot. Adding the Diffusion Filter increases efficiency.
5°
Cassette and Diffusion Filter 10 06 04 – 10 06 19 10 06 46 10 06 05 10 06 06 10 06 51 10 07 01
Standard Zoom Reflector and Accessories 10 06 10 – 10 06 71 – 90 06 49 – 18
Standard Zoom Reflector Barn Door 4-sided, includes Holder for 5°, 10° or 20° Grids Grid and Filterholder (includes Filter cassette) 19
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Filter cassette for Grid and Filterholder (includes diffusion filter) Diffusion Filter (replacement) Honeycomb Grid 5° Honeycomb Grid 10° Honeycomb Grid 20° Snoot for Grid and Filterholder Filterholder for gelatin filter or diffuser 40x40cm
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Profoto Light Shaping Tools
Profoto Magnum Reflector
Profoto Tele Zoom Reflector
Direct light with high output and defined shadows
Direct light with maximum output even at large distances
For maximum output with a normal beam spread. The Magnum Reflector provides strong, smooth light. Although this is not a true focusing reflector, zooming it across the focal point does create interesting lighting effects. To achieve precise control over direction of the light, the Magnum can be supplemented by the ProTube, Honeycomb Grid or Barn Doors. Light Distribution Pattern [f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21° ]
Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
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Magnum – 50° The light curve provides maximum output efficiency. Used when highest light output is required.
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Magnum with Grid – 10° A softened spot, with direct center and smoothly diminishing edge light. The increase in contrast allows for deeper shadow definition.
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Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
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Direct light with center hot spot and extreme shadows
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Profoto Wide Zoom Reflector
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Very even illumination with a fast fall off
10°
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Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
Wide Zoom pos. 10 – 70° Gives a wide, even light spread already at short distances. Perfect for interior shots and large backgrounds.
70°
Wide Zoom pos. 6 – 40° High light output with a very even illumination. A kind of “standard reflector” if perfectly balanced illumination is needed.
40°
10 06 17 – Narrow Beam Reflector
Magnum, Narrow Beam and Tele Zoom Reflector plus accessories
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32°
Narrow Beam with Grid – 10° Similar to the Magnum with grid, for a softened spot, with about 1 f-stop more light.
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This new reflector is very versatile with an angle of light from 40 to 70 degrees. Very even illumination already when used at short distances. The Wide Zoom reflector produces f/64 at 2 meters with a 2400w/s pack.
Narrow Beam Reflector – 32° The most direct light with a center-weighted beam. This“hot spot” allows sufficient illumination even if thrown great distances.
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The Narrow Beam Reflector (light-spread 32°), gives the highest light output of all Profoto reflectors. To achieve precise control over the direction of the light, the reflector can be extended by the ProTube and equipped with a Honeycomb Grid or a Barn Door. D4 1200 D4 2400
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Tele Zoom pos. 5 with grid – 10° When used in combination with the grid, the Tele Zoom provides a kind of spot light with a relatively hardfall-off.
Profoto Narrow Beam Reflector
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Tele Zoom pos. 5 – 20° For maximum output with small beam spread. The Tele Zoom reflector provides strong, smooth light which can be used at long distances.
10°
Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
Sharing its lighting characteristics with the Standard Zoom Reflector, this new reflector is unique because the angle of light varies from 20 degrees at head position 5, to 30 degrees at head position 10. Even illumination and high light output add to the versatility of this new unit. The Tele Zoom Reflector produces f/90.3 at 2 meters with a 2400w/s pack.The Tele Zoom accepts the same accessories like the Magnum and Narrow Beam Reflector.
Tele Zoom pos. 10 – 30° Very even light for lighting distant backgrounds.
50°
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Magnum Reflector Narrow Beam Reflector Honeycomb Grid 10° for Magnum, Tele Zoom, Narrow Beam and ProTube ProTube - The ProTube accessory extends the Magnum,Tele Zoom and the Narrow Beam Reflectors for tighter, hotter light pattern. A grid can supplement it. Barn Doors for Magnum, Tele Zoom and Narrow Beam Reflector 20
Wide Zoom pos. 6 with grid – 10° Even illumination with a hard fall-off. Wide Zoom Reflector – 10 07 11
10°
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Profoto Softlight Reflectors Direct light with soft shadows The silver-coloured Softlight Reflector gives focused light, while at the same time providing soft shadow definition, thanks to its large reflecting area. It is especially suitable for lighting materials or subjects in which the structure should be emphasized.
In portrait photography, it is meant to give form and character to the subject’s face. For both Softlight Reflectors, the center disc that blocks out the direct light can be replaced by an semi-opaque opal glass disc to create a center hot spot which also eliminates a donut-hole effect in specular highlights. Each reflector can be supplemented by a honeycomb grid to create soft, toned-down edge-lighting. The Softlight Grid accessory yields 10° coverage with the silver, and 25° with the white reflector, for more directed light.
The white Softlight Reflector also known as “The Beauty Dish” gives a soft, yet directional light. Meant to provide character lighting in portrait photography, the Softlight is superb for a wide variety of uses from product photography to architectural or environmental studies. Also, a distinctive alternative to the widely used softboxes. Character lighting refers to a source of light that is placed close to the subject.
A 1/3 f-stop frontal diffuser is also available to reduce output and soften the light.
Light Distribution Pattern [f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21° ]
Light Distribution Pattern (f-stop at 2m, ISO 100/21°)
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Softlight silver – 26° beam Gives a center-weighted beam. Its large (500mm) diameter gives soft shadow definition. Its finish is efficient and highly specular.
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Softlight silver with Grid – 10° beam The wide reflector diameter, combined with grid, gives a highly directional beam.
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Softlight white – 65° beam Designed to give a wide, uniform and soft light and shadow definition. The gradual fall-off makes it perfect for close-up beauty photography.
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Softlight white with Grid – 25° beam This permits light to pass straight out, but extinguishes the edge light stepplessly, with very soft shadow definition. Suitable for character key lighting for portraiture. The beam pattern is very similar to the Softlight silver, but is two stops less efficient.
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Softlight Silver Reflector Softlight White Reflector Honeycomb Grid for Softlight Reflectors Semi-opaque Glass Disc for center of Softlight Reflector 1/3 f-stop Diffuser for Softlight Reflector 22
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Profoto Softboxes RFand Octas
One tool– Two effects The new Profoto softboxes are better crafted and more versatile than ever, actually offering two illumination effects in one single tool. When used as traditional softboxes, the light produced is extremely even and homogeneous, with clean highlights, saturated colours, and really delicate shadows. With both diffusors removed, these light shaping tools turn into large reflectors with special illumination effects, suitable for portraits and fashion.
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Profoto Softboxes are all: Tough and resistent outer fabric, guaranteed to last for years and years of heavy duty use. High-quality steel rods holding the structure solid and keeping its shape, even after a lot of shooting on location, packing and unpacking, etc. Rounded metal knobs at the end of each rod, for extra protection of gear and user. Internal silver coating, optimised for maximum light reflection. Exchangeable inner diffusor to allow variable diffusion and output. Recessed front diffusor, to minimize stray light and increase the light control. Maximum resistance to UV light, preventing the diffusors from going yellow. Heat resistant materials in every part of the tool, to cope with the heat generated by the lamps. Ventilation openings, even allowing the use of Tungsten and HMI lights.
Softbox RF 1x4' For wide or tall lighting This 30x120 cm striplight softbox is ideal for a lot of situations, among others well-directed lighting in people photography or lateral fill-in at product shots. To mention a few. The exchangeable internal diffusor ensures an extremely low light fall off, even for such a large construction. 24
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Profoto recently introduced a new line of professional Softboxes. These light shapers offer the photographer perfectly uniform illumination, from the center to the edges, in combination with a narrow profile. The new Softboxes are available in a range of sizes and shapes, from 60x60cm square to 120x180cm rectangular and up to 150cm octagonal. With the 30x90cm, the 30x120cm and the 30x180cm striplights, this expanding line of light shapers offers a world of possibilities. Profoto Softboxes also features a removable internal diffuser for additional versatility. With the internal diffuser attached, the light is uniform; when removed, the illumination is focused in the center of the box with a gradation towards the circumference. As a part of the new design, there is also a recessed front diffuser that can be removed to increase the contrast and produce a centerweighed spot effect. All of these units come with a velcro strip to hold accessories, such as softgrids and masks. On some of the softboxes it is even possible to remove both diffusers and use it as a reflector. 25 45 25 – 25 45 26 – 25 45 27 – 25 45 27 – 25 45 36 – 25 45 24 – 25 45 34 –
Softbox 2x2' RF Softbox 2x3' RF Softbox 3x4' RF Softbox 4x6' RF Softbox 1x3' RF Softbox 1x4' RF Softbox 1x6' RF
(60x60cm) (60x90cm) (90x120cm) (120x180cm) (30x90cm) (30x120cm) (30x180cm)
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Softbox 3' OCTA Softbox 5' OCTA Profoto Speed Ring (for all actual Profoto Softboxes)
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Profoto also offers an assortment of masks, front diffusers and softgrids for these softboxes.
Profoto Softboxes Name/Size
Size (cm)
Depth (cm)
Weight (kg2 )
Weight (lbs2 ) Diffusors
(f-stop1) Both Diffusor
(f-stop1) Front Diffusors Only
Possible to us as a reflector (without diffusors)
Profoto 1x3' RF Profoto 1x4' RF Profoto 1x6' RF Profoto 2x2' RF Profoto 2x3' RF Profoto 3x4' RF Profoto 4x6' RF Profoto 3' Octa Profoto 5' Octa
30x90 30x120 40x180 60x60 60x90 90x120 120x180 Diam. 90 Diam. 150
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When dismantled, Profoto's giant reflectors are surprisingly small,lightweight and easy to handle.
The Giant Reflectors Profoto 8' Reflector Profoto 7' Reflector Profoto 5' Reflector
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With the White Umbrella you get a evenly spread, diffused lighting effect, with soft shadows. The closer to the subject the umbrella is placed, the softer the shadows. The White Umbrella is available in sizes of 85cm, 105cm and 130cm in diameter.
All three reflectors come with a transportation bag and a stand adapter; optional snap-on diffusers can be used for added versatility.
The Translucent Umbrella provides diffused lighting around a brighter core. The lighting can be varied by changing its distance to the lamp head. Translucent Umbrellas are available in sizes of 85cm and 105cm in diameter.
Flexible Light Control
The largest light shaping tools from Profoto are the 5, 7 & 8 foot reflectors, with equivalent diameters of 153, 213 and 250cm. These giant accessories are true parabolic reflectors made of a silver fabric. For comparison, the huge 8' Reflector has an illuminated surface area 50% larger than the 7' Reflector and 200% larger than the 5 foot Reflector.
The center pole consists of two rods that can be used individually or combined, for maximum freedom when positioning the head. By using the rods differently, there are four different ways of positioning the head, corresponding to anything from a large size spot to broad floodlight. The head mount has also been equipped with a spill kill reflector; by sliding the head back and forth, stray light can be controlled and eliminated. Since the lamp head is fastened with Profoto’s unique rubber collar, the focusing can be finely adjusted in each position. With a Profoto Pro-7 2400 at 2 meters, up to f-stop 64 (ISO 100/21°) is possible.
Each reflector gives a unique crisp light. Since the light source is so large the lighting still appears soft with a distinct brilliance, which for instance brings out structural details in materials. These giant reflectors accept all Profoto heads, including our Tungsten heads. The Profoto 5', 7' and 8' reflectors are collapsible for easy transportation. Thanks to their lightweight but solid design and easy handling, they are also well suited for location work.
The Silver Umbrella provides focused lighting yet with soft shadows. It is especially suitable for bringing out structural details in materials or if a higher light output is needed. The Silver Umbrella is offered in sizes of 105cm and 130cm in diameter.
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The reflectors provide swift mounting and removal, and on the back of the units, there is an opening for the electric cable to the lamp head. 26
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Profoto umbrellas are all built using high quality materials, for an equally exceptional quality of the resulting light.
Profoto Giant Reflectors For three decades top photographers all around the world have appreciated the light quality of Profoto’s flash heads, and their unique zoom reflector system, essentially giving the creative photographer the possibility to “paint” with the light.
Profoto 8' Reflector Profoto 7' Reflector Profoto 5' Reflector Profoto 8' Reflector Profoto 7' Reflector Profoto 5' Reflector
Profoto Umbrellas
Photo: Tomas Gidén
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White Umbrella 85cm White Umbrella 105cm White Umbrella 130cm Translucent Umbrella 85cm Translucent Umbrella 105cm Silver Umbrella 105cm
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Profoto Special Tools for Light Shaping The solid face of the ProBox offers perfectly even edge-toedge illumination without reflections. And since the front is waterproof it is perfectly suited for “Pour” or “Splash” shots, as it can be quickly dried in between exposures to keep reflections clean. The 20x25cm size is perfect for most table-top applications. However, if situations call for a larger light source, the ProBox excels simply by stacking several boxes together. The wrap of the edge permits additional units to be joined seamlessly when fired. Since the ProBox accepts standard heads it offers true proportional modelling light control. Also, the use of multiple boxes permit a higher light output when several boxes are used.
Spotlights ProGlobe
For highly concentrated and directional light you have the Profoto spotlights, always producing that striking effect. Every Spotlight provide a focused light, but they all have different character and form. The Profoto Spotlights accept all Pro-7, Acute series lamp heads, as well as all ComPact units
(including Speed Ring) The ProGlobe gives an enveloping light that engulfs the subject in a manner very similar to a bare bulb. Due to the large size of this light shaping tool, however, the effect created is very soft. Visually reminiscent of a street lamp in the overall direction of illumination, it produces softer shadows and less harsh highlights then its urban counterpart. Cinematographers call this a “Chinese lantern”. Its soft glow is perfect for a quick location setup or in combination with large softboxes for illumination of larger sets such as furniture and interiors. The ProGlobe creates very soft light – similar to a “window light” – over a large area when used in combination with big softboxes. It can also be used as a background light or placed underneath a table for product photography.
ProFresnel With its large front lens (30cm diameter), the ProFresnel Spotlight offers a quality of light very reminiscent of ’50s style movie lighting. Focused, directional light offers dramatic highlights with distinct shadows, in a way very similar to theatrical spotlights from years ago. This unique light shaping tool can be focused by sliding the lamp head front to back within the housing. Control can further be accentuated through the use of the four wing barndoors to control stray light that otherwise could affect the depth of the shadows
Photograph © 2003 Kenneth Wilardt
ProBox The ProBox is primarily meant to provide even lighting for small subjects. Similar in effect to a small softbox, the ProBox offers additional advantages of being rigid, thus eliminates wrinkles and imperfections sometimes visible in glass or silver motives, when using soft boxes.
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Barn Door (4 sided) for ProFresnel
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ProFocus
Hardbox
The ProFocus spotlight holds a high-resolution 150mm/2.0 MC lens, thus producing razor sharp edges. This in turn allows for clean, crips patterns, or the projecting of slides without colour fringing. And since it uses a standard Profoto Flash head, the images projected are daylight correct in colour temperature. Optional slide holders hold glass mounted 35mm, 6x4.5 or 6x6 transparencies. 10 06 52 – 10 06 95 – 10 06 94 – 10 06 86 – 10 06 87 –
This unique light shaping tool is actually a kind of absorber that eliminates stray light and reduces the size of the light source to its minimum. With the Hardbox, you can create a lighting effect similar to direct sunlight, with deep sharp shadows and pinpoint sized highlights. For improved light control, the Hardbox accepts the same accessories as the Standard Zoom Reflector. For best results, use the Hardbox in combination with clear glass covers.
Iris Diaphragm Pattern Holder Pin Spot Set (Six different sizes) Slide Holder 24x36mm Slide Holder 6x6cm
Glass Covers Interchangeable glass covers can be selected to warm or cool and soften or sharpen the light to your personal style. 75mm, for 250W modelling lamp: 10 15 36 –
Glass Cover, clear, uncoated (+300ºK cooling)
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Glass Cover, clear, UV-coated
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Glass Cover, frosted, uncoated (+300°K cooling)
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Glass Cover, frosted, UV-coated (standard on Acute2 heads with 250W model lamp)
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Glass Cover, frosted, extra UV-coated (-300°K warming)
Narrow Beam Travel Reflector This 15-degree reflector offers a very high light output in a compact size designed for the photographer who travels. This reflector produces f/90.0 at 2 meters with a 2400Ws pack. Because of the mirror finish, the Narrow Beam Travel Reflector has a hot spot in the center, similar to the original Narrow Beam Reflector.
The light you create is the most important thing. For more than three decades, we have sought the perfect light. Our efforts stem from our conviction that we can offer the most demanding
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Radio slave transmitter with 4 channels for D4 and Acute2 generators with integrated radio slave module. Has digitally encoded signals and works at distances up to 100m. Can be used with Pro-7 together with a receiver. 30
Glass Cover, clear, uncoated (+300ºK cooling)
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Glass Cover, clear, UV-coated Glass Cover, frosted, uncoated (+300ºK cooling)
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Glass Cover, frosted, UV-coated (standard on Acute2 heads with 500W model lamp)
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Glass Cover, frosted, extra UV-coated (-300ºK warming)
photographer even better tools. And while we know that we can never duplicate nature’s own supreme source of light, the sun, we always endeavour to come as close as ever one could.
Photo: Jan Fridlund
PocketWizard Plus Transmitter ®
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For three decades, professional photographers all over the world have come to value Profoto’s expertise in lighting. Profoto’s extensive range of Light Shaping Tools offers photographers countless possibilities of creating, regulating and adjusting their own light. Profoto is also the world leader in rental equipment. Profoto’s professional products can be bought or hired at professional photo shops, rental studios and rental shops everywhere, from Paris, London and Milan to New York City, Tokyo and Cape Town. Most of the world’s top photographers have chosen to work with products from Profoto, no matter if they're using flash or continuous light (HMI or tungsten). Some photographers even claim they can tell, only from seeing a picture, if Profoto equipment has been used. If you want to know why, start by looking into this brochure. In here, we've gathered everything that makes Profoto and our products special. If you would like more detailed information, don’t hesitate to contact us.
www.profoto.com
Profoto AB, Box 2023, SE 128 21 Skarpnäck, Sweden Phone +46 (0)8-4475300. Fax +46 (0)8-4475320. E-mail:
[email protected]
104078 Pro-7 Broshure ENG EU 2004/ fjellis.com. Cover photos: Fotogert. Productphotos: Fotogert /Jan Fridlund/GP. Technical data and product descriptions are subject to change. Printed in Sweden by Jernström Offset 2004
Profoto – The Light Shaping Company
