Profoto Lighting Modifiers?

[Mark K.]

Hi Guys,

I just bought my first 'big' light. A Profoto 1.2k ProDaylight HMI (a bug light very similar in concept and execution to the K5600 Joker Bugs). But I'm not familiar with Profoto's light modifier range, and was wondering if anyone could share their suggestions?

I've also bought the Profoto Cinereflector, which turns the light into a traditional, zoomable PAR (complete with lenses, scrims and barndoors) but I'm wondering if there's good use to be found from things like Profoto's beauty dish or magnum reflector or other modifiers?

If you've worked with Profoto gear before (stills or video) I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Cheers

 

[Ulf Krentz]

Hi Mark,

The cinereflektor is great, gives a lot of options, try bouncing over a board / frame. Regarding those other modifiers I´d suggest to take a look at a local rental, Profoto is all over the place. It is almost impossible to advice a light modifier without knowing what kind of light you would like to achieve, that said take a look at the beauty dish, try out a Mola and get a speed ring for chimera. May be the broncolor para 88 which is also available with a profoto adaptor is suited for you, but 1200W may already be too bright. Have fun!

Cheers, Ulf

 

[Mark K.]

Thanks for the suggestions Ulf, will do!