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Profoto B1 500W With 1 Battery
$500.00 /day
The industry’s definitive cordless off-camera flash. A 500Ws battery-powered location monolight featuring full AirTTL, High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s, and an exchangeable high-capacity lithium battery.
A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.
The Profoto B1 500W revolutionized the photo industry by introducing complete cordless freedom to high-end commercial location lighting. Engineered with an exchangeable, high-capacity Lithium-Ion battery built right onto the flash body, the B1 completely eliminates the need for messy power cords, heavy external battery packs, or generator hauling. It is the definitive choice for fast-moving wedding, editorial fashion, and action sports photographers who refuse to compromise on power when stepping out of the studio.
With 500Ws of studio-grade power adjustable across a wide 9-stop range, the B1 provides the punch necessary to overpower the sun on location or dial down to a subtle 2Ws fill for shallow depth-of-field close-ups. When paired with Profoto’s Air wireless ecosystem, it unlocks seamless AirTTL (automatic flash exposure) and High-Speed Sync (HSS) up to 1/8000s. HSS allows you to freeze high-velocity action, control ambient exposure, and shoot wide-open under blazing midday skies with surgical edge-to-edge frame sharpness.
Applicable Scenarios:
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On-Location Editorial & Fashion: Move freely across challenging outdoor landscapes, city streets, or tight interiors without being anchored to wall outlets.
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Destination Weddings & Events: Fast setups and cordless portability let you keep pace with dynamic event schedules and rapidly shifting lighting conditions.
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Action & Sports Portraits: Use High-Speed Sync (HSS) to freeze athletes in mid-motion or control extreme ambient daylight.
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Run-and-Gun Commercial Work: Achieve premium, studio-quality lighting control with minimal footprint and zero trip hazards on busy public sets.
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Cordless Battery Integration: Driven by an interchangeable high-capacity Lithium-Ion battery that snaps directly onto the monolight body.
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500Ws of High-Performance Energy: Delivers plenty of light-shaping power with smooth 1/10-stop adjustments across a generous 9-stop control range.
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Seamless AirTTL & HSS: Native compatibility with Air remote transmitters unlocks automatic point-and-shoot flash exposures and high-speed shutter sync up to 1/8000s.
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Fast Recycling Performance: Recycles in just 0.1 to 1.9 seconds, ensuring you never miss a critical micro-expression or transient pose.
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Substantial Battery Yield: Delivers up to 220 full-power flashes per charge, or thousands of pops at lower energy outputs.
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20W LED Modeling Light: An energy-efficient continuous source designed to ease camera autofocusing and previsualize shadow geometry on location.
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Profoto B1 500W Monolight x 1
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High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery for B1 x 1
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Profoto Battery Charger (2.8A) x 1
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Protective Front Transport Cap x 1
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Dedicated Foam-Lined Soft Transport Bag x 1
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(Note: Wireless Air triggers, light stands, and softboxes are available for rent separately.)
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Q: Can I use the B1 strobe while the battery is plugged into the charger?
A: No. The standard battery architecture requires it to be detached from the light to charge. If your production requires non-stop all-day shooting indoors, we recommend renting an additional backup battery or choosing the mains-powered Profoto D2 series.
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Q: Is the Profoto B1 battery safe for airline travel?
A: Yes. The B1’s Lithium-Ion battery has a rating well below 100Wh (approx. 65Wh), making it fully compliant with IATA regulations for carry-on luggage. Always transport lithium batteries in your carry-on bag, never in checked luggage.
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Q: Which wireless remotes are compatible with the B1 500W?
A: It features built-in Air receiver electronics. It is fully compatible with the Profoto Connect, Connect Pro, Air Remote TTL, and standard non-TTL Air Sync triggers across all camera systems (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Leica).
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Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period.
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Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals.
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Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient.
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