Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash – An Evolution in Small Flash

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Published on September 8, 2024
Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash
Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash
Austin James Jackson
Adorama ALC

If your studio is always on the go, there’s a new pocket flash in town that may be precisely what you need. Meet the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash, a mighty yet pocket-sized flash that will help you take your creativity to the next level. With fast recycle times, numerous lighting options, and accessories, this light will be your sidekick to capture just about any scene the world may throw at you. Let’s dive deeper and look at some of the key features of the newly revamped eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash.

Key Features of the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket

  • Smooth integration with most major camera brands
  • Supports high-speed sync with 0.01-1.8s recycle time
  • 200w power
  • Bi-Color LED Modeling Light
  • Flash head optimized for heat dissipation
  • Numerous lighting options for many situations
  • Easy control over 16 color-coded groups
  • Consistent color temperature (+/-100k)
  • 1/512 to full power in 0.1 increment adjustments

What’s New About the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash

The newly revamped Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash is loaded with features for photographers to help make this one of the most versatile pocket-sized lights. With support for high-speed sync up to 1/8000, this new light ensures you’ll never miss the action, regardless of how fast it’s coming. 0.1 increment adjustments to the lighting power give you total control to create the perfect exposure, and many lighting options and accessories make this light versatile for any situation you may find yourself shooting in. Let’s jump into some of the main features of the new Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash.

High-Speed Sync

When action hits you fast, relying on your light for rapid-fire flash is crucial. The new Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro supports high-speed sync up to 1/8000 or a recycle time between 0.01 and 1.8 seconds, depending on the brightness. This is all possible by a large-capacity battery that gives you long shooting times and this incredible high-speed sync. For those who find themselves demanding the most from their flash in situations where the action is fast-paced, this light will ensure you never miss the shot due to long recycle times.

eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash
eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash

Precise Control

Not all lights are made equal, and this light from Flashpoint is created with very fine-tuned increments in mind. The light can be adjusted from 1/512 to full power (1/1) in 0.1 increments. This allows the photographer to capture the scene perfectly lit in the camera, not relying on post-processing to fix a light that is too bright or dull without fine-tuned adjustments. These small increments help to make this light versatile for any situation where you’d need light since you can quickly go from a very dim backlight to a bright key light within seconds.

A Light for Many Situations

Whether you need soft light, directional light, or various lighting accessories, the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro has your back. First, you can choose between Speedlite or bare bulb flash heads. Both are equipped with bi-color LED modeling lamps. Then, you can get in touch with your creativity by using additional accessories like the barn door kit, softbox, beauty dish, umbrella diffuser, snoot, or light stand. This incredible package will unlock your creativity to help you capture unforgettable moments at every shoot, regardless of when or where you’re shooting.

Quality of Life Improvements

Finally, the quality of life improvements to this light may not jump off the page at first glance but should be mentioned. The light has received an upgrade to its screen, offering an improved interactive display that is clearer and more reactive than the previous model. You can also color-code different groups to easily manage multiple sets of lights. Finally, the flash head has been optimized for better heat dissipation. This ultimately gives you both longer and more reliable performance while out shooting with the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro.

eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash
eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash

Who should buy this light?

The Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash will be an instant hit amongst any photographer who finds high-quality lighting in a portable package to be a must. If your studio is ever-changing and on the go, this light will be your sidekick. Certainly, it will help unlock your creativity and take your images to the next level. Included accessories give the photographer the ability to think creatively and use special effects. Additionally, an easy-to-use interface helps you to keep your focus on the scene, not the lighting. With a few key improvements, this light is undoubtedly worth the upgrade if you’re using the original version.

Comparable Flashpoint Lights

Flashpoint has long been known as the creator of some of the industry’s finest lighting systems. If the Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro doesn’t offer enough power for your needs. Perhaps take a look at the popular XPLOR series of monolights, which come in 100w, 200w, or 300w variations. A round head on the XPLOR series of lights makes them better suited for accent and bounce lights. Alternatively, the flash of the eVOLV 200 Pro is better suited for on-camera portraits. While both larger and more expensive, these lights can offer more power and versatility. Which is what you would expect from a monolight over a flash. Regardless, both lights could easily be useful to most photographers, depending on the situation.

Final Thoughts

You can never have enough highly portable, pocket-sized equipment. Indeed, this brand-new light from Flashpoint checks all the boxes for portable lighting. New quality-of-life improvements make this an upgrade from its predecessor. In addition, the lightning-fast recycle time ensures you’ll never miss the shot while waiting for the flash to rebound. Fine-tuned control of the brightness ensures you get the perfect shot in camera, every time. The versatility that the new Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro offers is simply unmatched by other flash-style lights. If you’re looking for compact lighting solutions, this bi-color LED light may be just the perfect fit to add to your kit.

Austin James Jackson
Austin James Jackson is a landscape photographer and outdoor enthusiast based out of Portland, Oregon. He loves teaching others how to photograph landscapes and leads workshops in the western USA.