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Review Summary
This set includes the new Transmitter Plus which offers simplicity, durability and reliability with the range now extended up to 200 m (656'). Choose the Quadra Action head set when flash duration is crucial and you want to freeze your subject's motion within the limits of the camera flash sync (X-sync) speed. The new ProTec Location bag safely carries the ELB 400 and accessories and it can be can customized and reconfigured to fit the equipment.
The ELB 400 is the most complete and portable flash system. Specifically designed for photographers who like to travel light but packing enough power to overpower the sun. The best flash duration is at full power where you need it when you are out on a sunny location. The built-in EL-Skyport system enables seamless synchronization between your camera and the ELB 400. The OLED display features a rich and quick access to all features.
1 Light Battery Pack
424 Ws in the palm of your hand, for only 2 kg
Fast recycling time, 1.6 seconds at full power
Lifetime battery, 350 flashes at full power
Control Display
OLED display
Intuitive control
Next generation built-in EL-Skyport
Pro Head
The Pro flash head offers a slower flash duration compared to the Action head but it is faster compared to the HS head. At full power on an ELB 400, the Pro head offers at t0.5 a flash duration of 1/1200th second. For Still-Life and portraits or where the subject is not moving, this is a fast enough flash duration for sharp images. But if the subject is moving then this flash duration will not be fast enough to stop the motion of the subject at normal flash sync shutter speeds, i.e. at 1/250th second or below. The Pro head can be used in Hi-Sync mode with the latest EL-Skyport Plus HS transmitter, but there will be quite a bit more gradation in the image compared to the HS head, discussed below.
Large sensors, with mechanical parts for the shutter and the mirror, as well as the camera firmware and the chosen shutter speed will affect the results. Mirrorless cameras can handle Hi-Sync very well. If you don't shoot action and only want to buy one flash head that can work with Hi-Sync to some degree and also create nice sharp portraits, then the Pro head is a good option.
If you want to shoot mainly at higher shutter speeds, up to1/8000s, then you will want to get the EL-Skyport Plus HS transmitter along with the ELB 400 and the HS flash head. But, if you are investing in this system, they would suggest getting the Quadra HS, excellent for Hi-Sync and the Action head for fast flash duration. This will offer the best of both worlds, depending on the situation.
EL-Skyport Plus
A strong and robust design which enables photographers to simply trigger and adjust flash power at up to 200 m (656 feet) away. Optimize reception using the swivel function and it is powered by AA batteries. This new generation of EL-Skyport Plus provides photographers with an extra range for triggering and remote power control on all actual Elinchrom units from up to 200 m (656 feet) away. The EL-Skyport Transmitter Plus is designed with a swivel function that enables rotation to optimize reception. Its strong and robust mechanics makes it more durable than ever. In addition, the EL-Skyport Transmitter Plus works with AA batteries, available everywhere.
Trigger reliably and adjust flash power up to 200 m (656 feet) away
Optimized reception with rotating swivel function
4 Groups and ALL selection
16 different channels available (8 in normal mode and 8 in speed mode)
Quick increase or decrease of the flash power per group
Runs on AA batteries
Metal hotshoe connector with screw lock
2.5 mm sync socket
Normal and Speed sync mode (for leaf shutter cameras) More info here
All functionalities can be easily adjusted
Durable with robust mechanics
Ergonomic Swiss design
Location Bag
This case is an ideal fit to portable flash solutions such as the ELB 400 or previous Quadra series. Supplied with rain protective cover, adjustable and comfortable shoulder strap, 4 vertical and 4 horizontal dividers for exibility and 4 velcro straps to securely attach tripods or umbrellas.