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Profoto 502-304 Compact Plus 600R Special Monolight
Shape Your Light with Precision and ControlThe Profoto ComPact Plus 600R Special offers a convenient and economical way to achieve professional-quality lighting. This versatile monolight unit provides fine control, high output, and compatibility with Profoto's extensive range of light shaping too...
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Overview
Shape Your Light with Precision and Control
The Profoto ComPact Plus 600R Special offers a convenient and economical way to achieve professional-quality lighting. This versatile monolight unit provides fine control, high output, and compatibility with Profoto's extensive range of light shaping tools.
- Maximum Energy: 600 Ws
- Recycling Time: 0.25-0.8 s
- Flash Duration: 1/850 s
- Built-in radio: 32 channel / 4 zone for remote operation
- Power Range: Full 5 f-stop range
- Cooling: Fan Cooled
Key Features
Built-in radio with 32 channel / 4 zone for remote operation
Full 5 f-stop range
Maximum energy: 600 Ws
Extremely fast recycling: 0.25-0.8 s
Short flash duration: 1/850 s
Specifications
Model
Compact Plus 600R Special Monolight
Maximum Energy
600 Ws
Recycling Time
0.25-0.8 s
Flash Duration
1/850 s
Power Range
5 f-stops
Radio Channels
32
Radio Zones
4
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a powerful maximum energy output of 600 Ws, providing substantial light for diverse photographic applications.
- Equipped with built-in radio functionality with 32 channels and 4 zones, allowing for flexible remote operation and control.
- Offers an extremely fast recycling time of 0.25-0.8 seconds, enabling quick consecutive shots for capturing dynamic action.
- Delivers a short flash duration of 1/850 second, ideal for freezing motion and capturing sharp images.
- Provides a full 5 f-stop power range, offering precise control over light output for varying exposure needs.
👎 Cons
- The flash duration of 1/850 second, while short, may not be sufficient for freezing extremely fast motion compared to other specialized strobes.
- A maximum energy of 600 Ws may be insufficient for very large studio setups or overpowering bright ambient light conditions.
- The specified 32 channel / 4 zone radio system may require compatible Profoto triggers for full remote functionality.
- Does not specify features like High-Speed Sync (HSS) or Through-The-Lens (TTL) metering, which can be useful for certain shooting styles.
- Information regarding color consistency or color temperature stability across the power range is not provided, which is crucial for professional work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum power output of the Profoto 502-304 Compact Plus 600R Monolight?
The Profoto 502-304 Monolight has a maximum energy output of 600 Ws, providing significant light power for studio and location work.
How quickly does this monolight recycle between flashes?
It boasts an extremely fast recycling time, ranging from 0.25 to 0.8 seconds, allowing for rapid sequence shooting.
Can this monolight be controlled remotely?
Yes, it features a built-in radio system with 32 channels and 4 zones, enabling convenient remote operation and control.
What is the flash duration of this monolight?
The monolight offers a short flash duration of 1/850 second, which is effective for freezing motion in photographs.
What range of power adjustment is available on this unit?
This monolight provides a full 5 f-stop power range, giving photographers extensive control over their light output.
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