Profoto Monolights
The versatile, compact flashes for studio and on-location

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Profoto monolights are essentially self-contained flash units. Unlike a flash pack, which consists of a separate generator and a number of flash heads, the monolight has its own mains powered built-in power source. As a result they are a compact, convenient and powerful light that helps you create great images both in the studio and on location.

We offer three different monolights, the D1 which is a proven all-round performer, the newer D2 with TTL that is the world’s fastest and the battery-powered B1X – the bestseller among on-location photographers.

The all-round
Performer
The versatile
Super-fast
The on-location
Bestseller

Profoto D1
The proven performer is a flash that lasts

With a 7 f-stop power range and short flash duration, the performance of the D1 compares well with many studio packs. And because it’s a compact monolight, it’s also lightweight and all-round. The D1 is a proven, dependable performer that won’t let you down.

Recommended for: Studio photography
Popular applications: Portrait, Still life
Variants: 250Ws, 500Ws, 1000Ws
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Profoto D2
The world’s fastest monolight with TTL

The versatile and super-fast D2 monolight with TTL and HSS is up to any challenge. With the ability to freeze action at up to 1/63,000 of a second, shoot bursts of 20 images per second and sync with camera shutter speeds as fast as 1/8,000 of a second, the D2 is redefining the definition of speed in monolights.

Recommended for: Studio and high volume photography
Popular applications: Portrait, Sports and action, Still life
Variants: 500Ws, 1000Ws
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Profoto B1X
The bestselling battery-powered TTL flash

Ideal for on-location photography, the Profoto B1X sets the benchmark once again for cordless, battery-powered monolights. And with both TTL and HSS available, you’re guaranteed the best light shaping experience possible on location, anywhere. It’s power in all the right places.

Recommended for: On-location photography
Popular applications: Portrait, Wedding, Sports and action
Variants: 500Ws
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Guide

Follow our short guide below to find the right monolight for your need.

Guide

TTL or manual?

With AirTTL, Profoto broke new ground in lighting, as the first to offer an automatic point and shoot mode that helps you get the perfect exposure faster and easier than ever before. With TTL you also get HSS which is a huge help when mastering ambient light on location. The lower cost D1 is available in manual mode only, while the B1X and D2 offer both TTL and manual mode with HSS.

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Mains or battery-powered?

If you’re shooting frequently on location and outdoors the B1X is a smart choice. If you combine studio work with shooting on the sort of locations where you easily can plug into a wall the D1 or D2 are ideal.

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How much power do I need?

If you’re shooting mainly in studio a 250Ws version is great for most shoots. The 500Ws is an excellent all-round option and a popular choice. The 1000Ws is great for shooting on location outside and when you need enough power to light a bigger area. The B1X and the D2 also have HSS that enables you to shape light even in broad daylight; because it’s powerful enough to overpower the sun.

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Recreating a Golden Age with cinematic portraits

Chris Knight explains how to create grand and cinematic portraits using the D1 and a set of Profoto umbrellas

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The secrets of character portrait lighting

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This is the D2 The world’s fastest monolight

The world’s fastest monolight

Let Product Manager Johan Wiberg introduce the D2

This is the B1X The new benchmark for on-location lighting

The new benchmark for on-location lighting

Let Marketing Project Leader Samantha Grönblad introduce B1X

When I saw the new Profoto D2s, I was so excited how light and simple they were for on-location shoots, and I’ve loved using them ever since I got them.

John Russo, photographer

Completely astonished by the versatility of the D2

Teppei Kono, photographer

Add ons

The more lighting options you have, the more light shaping control and creativity you have at your disposal. Start out by choosing an Air Remote for your monolight and then discover our wide range of high-end lighting options. You have access to more than 120 light modifiers and a big assortment of compatible accessories to get the most out of your light.

Photo: Evan Pantiel

Profoto Air Remotes allow you to sync and control your flash straight from your camera, providing full control of power, the modeling light and the capability to trigger several flashes up to 300 m away. For the B1 and D2 we’d recommend the TTL version of the remote that enables you to shoot in automatic TTL mode and use HSS to shape light in broad daylight.

Air Remote TTL

Wirelessly connects your AirTTL light with your camera

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Air Remote

Syncs and manually controls any Profoto Air light

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Profoto A1

The world’s smallest studio light

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Photo: Evan Pantiel

Shape exceptional light from our monolights with our range of easy to use light modifiers. Soft light, hard light, flattering light, dramatic light – this is how it’s done.