Profoto A10 Off-Camera Flash – Fuji

Profoto A10 Off-Camera Flash - flash doesn't have to be complicated

Profoto A10 handheld studio salama is familiar A1X the evolution of lightning. It is equipped with a powerful battery that delivers 450 full-power flashes, a fast backup (1 second at full power), 20 wireless channels and a similar interface to the B10 studio flash. A new feature of the A10 model is bluetooth control so you can use it as a mobile phone flash.

The A10 was created for professional photographers looking for an easy-to-carry kit with sufficient performance for most situations. However, the flash is also the best solution for the ambitious non-professional who understands the need for quality light, but still wants it to be easy to use. The A10 is exactly that, easy to use. You can literally whip it out and start shooting. Weighing just 544 grams (with battery), the unit, in its finished matte black housing, is a pleasure to look at, but also a joy to use.

The flash's most striking feature is its seven centimetre diameter circular swivel and tilt head, which allows the Profoto A10 to produce soft natural-looking light with smooth edge blending. The built-in autozoom accommodates focal lengths between 32-105mm, while the optional Wide Lens increases the range to 14-24mm. You can override the auto-zoom function at any time and make adjustments manually. Optional Click filters allow you to change the colour temperature (CTO and fluorescent).

The A10 charges its capacitor in one second at full power and has a flash time of 1/800-1/20000 seconds to stop the movement. The A10 supports HSS (high-speed sync) shooting, which allows you to shoot at shutter speeds up to 1/8000 instead of the standard 1/250, allowing you to use a wider aperture even in sunlight. The 76Ws head is equipped with an LED modelling light that can model how light paints the subject. It can be turned off and on, adjusted to be proportional to the light output, or adjusted manually. All adjustments are displayed on the large, easy-to-read back screen.

The handheld flashlight is powered by the included lithium-ion battery capable of producing 450 full-power flashes. Charging is quite fast, from empty to full in 80 minutes with the included charger. The battery doesn't clump when used, but runs at full power until it's empty. An extra battery is recommended.

When used separately from the camera, flash really deserves its place in the studio. The flash has a built-in transceiver which makes it easy to use alongside other A1, B2S, D2 or B1 and B1X flashes. All Air Remote controllers can trigger the A10 flash from up to 300 metres away. Air Sync simply fires the flash while Air Remote allows power adjustments, groups, channels and modeling light control. However, Air Remote TTL brings all the features of the A1X flash to you, from TTL to HSS technology. The A10 power can be compensated +/- 3 EV from the trigger to suit your needs. The light also features a bounce korttim 180 degree dome diffuser, foot and nylon pouch.

The Profoto app is available for iPhone and Android devices.

Main features

• Round shape with soft diffusion
• Internal reflectors with dome produce natural shadows
• Clickable Click Light Modifiers
• Use automatically or manually
• Adjustable power levels for natural or dramatic light
• Rechargeable rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery with up to 450 full power flashes
• Charge from empty to full in 80 minutes
• Compatible with Profoto AirTTL transmitter
• 1 second standby at full power
• Automatic or manual zoom 32-105mm
• AF auxiliary light
• Large high-resolution LCD screen
• TTL support
• Bluetooth control