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Elinchrom ELC 500 Studio Monolight

SKU: EL206191US MFR: EL20619.1.US
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Key Features

  • Unleash your creativity with 500ws of power in this Elinchrom studio monolight for stunning shots.
  • Achieve perfect color accuracy (5600K) consistently with this reliable photography monolight.
  • Enjoy fast recycle times (0.9-1.9s) on this studio monolight, so you'll never miss the perfect moment.
  • This ELC 500 monolight offers TTL compatibility for effortless, accurate flash exposures every time.
  • Durable build quality ensures this Elinchrom monolight withstands the demands of professional use.
  • Explore creative lighting with versatile Elinchrom mount monolight; perfect for various modifiers.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Aaron B : It's a monolight with quite a few flaws and sketchy performance but I bought three of them two years ago on a YouTuber's recommendation and now I'm in too deep financially to buy a different lighting set up. So here we are.

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2021-09-30T08:16:53

Rated 4 out of 5

For profesional use

A flash of excellent quality, stable and reliable color for professional work. The only aspect to improve in occasions the recycling time takes more than the account and some shots are lost, but 98% of the time it works very well

DANIEL C.

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Elinchrom ELC 500 Specifications

General

General

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  • Color

    Black

  • Display Type

    OLED

  • Flash Duration

    t.5: 1/9430 Sec

  • Number of Heads

    1 Head

  • Head Configuration

    Single Heads

  • Recycle Time

    0.9 to 1.9 Sec

  • Color Temperature

    5600K +/- 150K (in CCT Mode)

  • TTL Compatibility

    TTL

  • Accessory Mount

    Elinchrom Mount

Modeling Light

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  • Modeling Lamp

    LED

  • Sync Type

    Wireless, Optical, Cable

  • Wireless Frequency Bands

    2.4 GHz

  • Operating Voltage

    100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Physical Details

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  • Dimensions

    11 x 10.4 x 6.6" / 28 x 26.3 x 16.7cm

  • Weight

    5.5lb / 2.49kg

  • UPC Code

    7630006323662

29 Accessories for Elinchrom ELC 500 Studio Monolight

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  • Softboxes & Accessories (2)
  • Light Meters (2)
  • Light Meters & Accessories (1)
  • Studio Fan (1)

About Elinchrom ELC 500

Always Prepared.

The ELCs are ready to go the moment inspiration strikes you. With Auto-On, the unit is always in stand by mode with your previous settings saved, and the onboard TTL speeds up dialing in your next exposure. The Manual Lock function enables a quick switch from TTL to Manual without losing exposure settings for quick adjustments or to explore creative effects.

Always Prepared.

Engineered To Last.

Every aspect of the ELC 125 and 500 has been re-designed and rigorously tested to deliver maximum reliability and extended service life. Elinchrom created the ELCs to last through your next adventure. And the one after. And the one after that.

Engineered To Last.

Stay Cool Under Pressure.

With Elinchrom’s Smart Pro-Active Cooling, the ELC’s learn your shooting style and adapt their cooling cycles around it hopes of never interrupting your creative flow. Plus, their cleverly engineered airflow design and low-noise speed-controlled fan can handle the heaviest of workloads.

Stay Cool Under Pressure.

Explore More Set-ups.

As important as a solid studio strobe is, the light modifier is where the real magic happens. The ELC’s newly developed Quick-Lock system grants you direct access to Elinchrom’s world-renown light modifiers. Combined with the ELC’s bright, Daylight LED modeling lamps to aid your pre-visualization, the potential to evolve your lighting style is endless.

Explore More Set-ups.

Ultimate Flexibility.

Your equipment should never limit you. Whether you are experimenting in your living room or working in a large studio, the ELC 125 and 500 can acclimate. Both can be powered down to 7 Ws so that you can reach your desired depth of field or add only a hint of light. Plus, with HSS, you can freeze motion, overpower the ambient light and darken backgrounds.

Ultimate Flexibility.

Edit Less, Deliver Faster.

Elinchrom’s precise color science and accuracy over the whole power range enables you to Deliver professional and consistent results to your clients with less wasted time and money in post-production.

Edit Less, Deliver Faster.

Wireless Ecosystem.

Never miss a shot with Elinchrom’s Skyport wireless system compatible with 7 camera brands. You also get intuitive control of flash settings from your camera, your computer, or your iOS devices. Even non-Elinchrom units and speedlights can be integrated into a Skyport ecosystem via the Elinchrom Skyport Receiver Plus

Wireless Ecosystem.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

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Key Features

  • Unleash your creativity with 500ws of power in this Elinchrom studio monolight for stunning shots.
  • Achieve perfect color accuracy (5600K) consistently with this reliable photography monolight.
  • Enjoy fast recycle times (0.9-1.9s) on this studio monolight, so you'll never miss the perfect moment.
  • This ELC 500 monolight offers TTL compatibility for effortless, accurate flash exposures every time.
  • Durable build quality ensures this Elinchrom monolight withstands the demands of professional use.
  • Explore creative lighting with versatile Elinchrom mount monolight; perfect for various modifiers.

What's in the box:

  • ELC 500 Studio Monolight
  • 90 Degree Wide Angle Umbrella Reflector 6.3 " (16cm)
  • Power Cable
  • Elinchrom 2 Year Limited Warranty