Profoto A1 The world's smallest studio light1
This is the A1
The A1 is every inch a Profoto light – just smaller. Its unique round head delivers light that’s both natural and beautiful with a soft smooth fall-off. And it’s incredibly easy to use with superfast recycling and a long-lasting battery, so you’ll never miss a shot. On the move, shooting on-camera or off, this is light shaping excellence everywhere.
Light that’s both natural and beautiful
Because we designed the A1 with a round head rather than the typical rectangular shape used by other on-camera solutions, the light it delivers is both natural and beautiful. That spread of light can also be easily adjusted from a wide setting, where the light has a soft smooth fall off to something narrower and more focused – with just a simple twist of the zoom ring on the head.
More than light
Being able to work with light is the key to creating better, more creative images. That’s why the A1 has a dedicated set of light-shaping modifiers that, thanks to a built-in smart magnetic mount, can be easily clicked on and off or stacked to help you achieve exactly the effect you want. These include a Dome Diffuser, Bounce Card, Wide Lens, Gel Kit and a Soft Bounce.
AirTTL means built-in convenience and versatility
With AirTTL you have a huge amount of built-in flexibility. TTL allows you to lock in the perfect exposure instantly, giving you far greater degree of control and a significantly faster workflow. It’s pretty much point-and-shoot; it’s easy, fast and precise. And the ‘Air’ feature means you can communicate with another A1 or other Profoto light seamlessly, and High-Speed Sync is right there when you need it.
Visualize your image with the modeling light
The A1’s built-in modeling light gives you an instant understanding of how light and shadow work together before you press the shutter, as well as providing an additional light source in low light situations.
No more worrying about battery life
The A1 has its own exchangeable Li-Ion high capacity battery pack that lasts up to four times longer than AA batteries with no performance fade, and a facility to recharge quickly. So you can shoot for longer with confidence.
Never miss a shot
The A1 can keep up because it recycles four times faster than most on-camera solutions – that’s every 1.2 seconds at full power. Put simply, you’ll never miss a shot.
Less time learning means more time shooting
We designed the A1 to be uncomplicated, so there’s no learning curve whatsoever. And because the interface is simple, clean and clear there’s no ‘death by menu.’ That means, you can spend more time engaged with your clients and creating a great image.
Grow with the A1
The A1 is a tool that can take your photography as far as you want to go. Adding a second A1 will open up even more possibilities. In addition to embracing and more powerful lights like the B1X and the B2 and the 120+ light-shaping tools available, it will open the door to a world of creative opportunities.
Get natural and beautiful light, quickly and easily Profoto A1
It delivers a quality of light that’s both natural and beautiful, because like the larger Profoto lights in the family, the A1 features a round head that gives a soft smooth fall off – that’s what makes the light feel so wonderfully natural.
The world is my studio
Sal Cincotta, one of the world’s premier wedding and portrait photographers, constantly pushes the limits, and travels the globe seeking locations that ensure unique and memorable images.
Follow Sal to New York City, where he puts the Profoto A1 to the test in a one of the world’s most iconic places. Challenged to create some epic imagery for his wedding couple, he battles the fast-paced environment in the city that never sleeps.
Learn three creative ways to use your A1
The Profoto A1 is incredibly easy to use, either on its own or in combination with multiple flashes. What that really means is, wherever in the world you are you’ll have all you need to take your creativity to the next level.
Shoot with the A1 on-camera
Shooting a beauty portrait with warmth and depth is easy with the A1 on camera. Use a CTO Gel to bring the warmth and a Dome Diffuser to smooth, soften and shape the light, ensuring the skin tones are always natural and beautiful. Combine that with the ease of use TTL brings, and you achieve a perfect exposure fast and easily. Find out all about the ingredients of a truly fabulous beauty portrait.
Shoot with the A1 off-camera
For an image to feel as natural as possible use one A1 positioned off-camera just to the left from a high angle. This creates a beautiful fill light that creates shadows that are soft and gentle. To achieve the effect, use a stand or a good friend to assist. The photographer also used a CTO gel here for the warm feeling and a Dome Diffuser to soften the light.
Shoot with the A1 as a part of a system
This portrait was created with the A1 in combination with other Profoto lights and it’s easier than you think. Two light sources were needed to achieve this look, one A1 used on camera with a Dome Diffuser and one Profoto B1X equipped with an OCF Beauty Dish from right. A simple setup yet a striking result. Find out how the fast recycling time of the A1 captured the dress and discover the huge creative possibilities with the A1 on-camera acting as a remote connecting with other Profoto lights.
Magnetic modifiers A1 Light Shaping Tools
Thanks to a smart magnetic mount built into the head, light shaping modifiers can be clicked on and off quickly and easily. Within seconds you’re working with the light, shaping it. You can view all A1 modifiers under Add ons.
The A1 was created for the professional photographer it is sleek matte black finish. The A1 is easy to use and delivers both natural and beautiful. Features a round head that gives a soft smooth fall creating a better and more creative images.
| Brand | Profoto | Model | A1 AirTTL-C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colour | Black | Max energy | 76 Ws |
| Energy range | 9 f-stops (2.0-10) | HSS energy range | 9 f-stops (2-10) |
| Recycling time | 0.05-1.2s(2.0-10) | Energy stability | 0.2 f-stop |
| TTL | Yes | HSS | Yes |
| Lamp type | LED | Operating range | Normal sync and remote control up to 300 m (1000 ft) TTL and HSS up to 100 m (330 ft) |
| USB | Yes, USB micro connector for firmware upgrades | Firmware upgrade | USB micro connector for firmware upgrades |
| Battery capacity | Up to 350 full power flashes | Additional note | Battery charges in up to 80 minutes |
| User upgradeable firmware | Yes | Digital display | Yes |
| Weight | 560 g (1.2 lbs) including battery | What's in the box | Profoto A1 AirTTL-N Studio Light for Canon Bounce Card Dome Diffuser Wide Lens Battery Charger Li-Ion Battery Bag with Shoulder Strap Flash Stand USB Micro Cable |
