The new Profoto A10 delivers the precise and stunning light shaping Profoto is known for, with built-in technology that guarantees a future-proof design. This flash, launching today, boasts Bluetooth-enabled AirX technology to give users full control of the device via smartphone, not to mention firmware updates through the Profoto app.
But connectivity and upgrades aren’t the only Profoto 10 perks. This round-head light creates natural and smooth fall-off, with speedy recycling and an impressively long-lasting Lithium-Ion battery. You can use the Profoto 10 both on and off-camera, with a smart magnetic mount for quick adjustments and creative stacking with additional Profoto Clic light-shaping tools.
Here’s everything we know about the new Profoto A10, which is available now.
Profoto A10 on Camera Flash ()
Quick recycling speeds, creative light-shaping capabilities, and a long-lasting battery are just some of the exciting features you’ll enjoy with the Profoto A10. This new Profoto flash head, which has 90-degree tilt and 360-degree rotation, promises soft, natural light with smooth fall-off. All of this is easily controlled via camera or smartphone.
The latter, available through Profoto’s new AirX Bluetooth-enabled technology, means this flash will last well into the future. Firmware updates via the Profoto app will get it there. Another Profoto A10 perk? Accessibility. This flash head was built to be intuitive; it’s easily navigable even for first-time users.
Key Features:
- Round flash head for natural light with smooth fall-off
- Works with all magnetic Profoto Clic light-shaping tools
- Compatible across Profoto Air, Air TTL, and Connect triggers
- Bluetooth-enabled AirX technology for future-proof compatibility with mobile cameras
- Smart connectivity via Profoto app
- Clean, easily navigable interface
- Fast flash recycling
- High-capacity Lithium-Ion battery that’s exchangeable and rechargeable
- Flash head has 90-degree tilt and 360-degree rotation
- Laser AF-assist and LED modeling light included
- Auto or manual zoom for flash and modeling light
AirX technology enables smartphone connectivity:
The Profoto A10’s new AirX Bluetooth-enabled technology makes this flash both user-friendly and ready for the future. You can easily control the A10 straight from your smartphone, via the Profoto app. This means you can use this flash to its fullest no matter your camera model. Plus, smartphone connectivity guarantees you can access any firmware updates. Simply put, you can use this flash for years to come.
Profoto A10 on Camera Flash ()
Creative light shaping options abound
Profoto is renowned for its light-shaping offerings, and the new A10 keeps the brand’s promise alive. With the smart magnetic mount, you can get crafty and stack multiple Profoto Clic light-shaping tools to achieve your creative vision. The A10 also comes with built-in LED modeling light to help you position your light precisely, while understanding how light and shadows work in tandem.
Fast flash recycling and long-lasting battery
The Profoto A10, which works as both an on or off-camera flash, offers mega-fast recycling speeds—think four times faster than similar on-camera solutions—meaning you’ll never miss that shot due to recycle time again. And, you won’t miss it due to drained battery, either. The included Li-Ion high-capacity exchangeable battery lasts four times longer than AA batteries.
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