Box contents:
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ELB 500 TTL â Off-Camera Flash Kit |
10309.1 |
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Transmitter Plus |
19368 |
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Rotalux Deep Octa 100 cm (39â) |
26648 |
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Rotalux Indirect Octa Speedring |
26329 |
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Quadra Reflector Adapter MK-II |
26342 |
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EL-Boom Arm 63-156cm (24-61â) |
31049 |
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two-year manufacturer's warranty |
Hone your skills and enjoy complete creative freedom with the ELB 500 TTL.
The ELB 500 TTL is a flash unit designed for adventurous portrait photographers, ideal for both outdoor and studio use. Thanks to its TTL automation, it automatically sets the light output needed to capture a perfectly exposed photo. It is portable and incredibly efficient thanks to its durable battery, a maximum power of 500 Ws, and the ability to synchronize the flash with any shutter speed (HSS). In addition, it can be recharged while in use and features fully independent flash power control for each head. Thanks to the built-in Elinchrom Skyport receiver, it can be triggered remotely and its operating parameters adjusted.
Following your creative instincts has never been easier.
Minimal effort
In just a few seconds, you can set the perfect exposure and beautiful lighting in any situation. Simply select TTL mode, which will automatically measure how much light you need. You can also switch to manual mode to try things out, learn, and experiment.
Follow your instincts
Unleash your potential and unleash your creativity while staying on the move. Whether you're in the studio or on location, the ELB 500 TTL gives you tremendous power (500 Ws) and versatility (400 full-power flashes). And all this in a compact and lightweight design!
Hone your skills
Streamline your workflow with reliable, hassle-free HSS flash synchronization at any camera shutter speed. The ELB 500 TTL acts as your extra assistant, streamlining your work during photo sessions, sparking your creativity, and making the creative process a joy.
Expand Your Imagination
Discover the endless joy of flash photography, both in the studio and on location. Use two asymmetrical flash heads to achieve amazing results.
Let yourself go
Take your ideas anywhere with the ELB 500 TTL. With 500 Ws of power and HSS, you can easily overcome sunlight and gain full control over your background lighting.Â
Combine the ELB 500 with a wide range of accessories to achieve perfect light distribution on set, unmatched color quality, and exceptional consistency, no matter where youâre shooting.
HSS Speed and Power
With the ELB 500 TTL, you can easily capture the moment in a frame or use High Speed Sync.
You can dim or boost the available light and combine it with a wide-open aperture to achieve a dreamy background blur and a shallow depth of field. Using the Elinchrom Transmitter Pro will give you access to HSS at speeds of up to 1/8000 s.
Easy Settings
The ELB 500 TTL isnât just the most powerful portable flash generator in the world. Itâs also the easiest to use. Thanks to the Active Charge feature, all you have to do is plug it into a power outlet and work in the studio while remaining ready for an outdoor shoot at all times. A fully charged battery provides 400 full-power flashes, and the flash recharge time is only 2 seconds.
Product Features:
- Automatic TTL Flash Power Selection
The ELB 500TTL allows you to use TTL flash automation and quickly switch to manual (M) mode without losing the light metering results. - Flash sync up to 1/8000 s (HSS)
Synchronization with any shutter speed offers more creative possibilities, allowing you to shoot with wide apertures and control ambient light in any conditions. - Q-Head
The generator is equipped with a universal head that works well for any session.  - Asymmetry
The ELB 500TTL is an asymmetric generator, which means that each head can operate independently as a separate light source. - Active Charging Feature
You can connect the generator to a power source and use it while charging the battery. This ensures that the battery is always fully charged and ready for outdoor adventures. - Replaceable battery
The high-capacity battery allows for up to 400 full-power flashes, providing tremendous flexibility and independence.
ELB 500 TTL Technical Specifications:
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Flash energy (Ws/J) |
500 |
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Aperture value f (1 m, ISO 100, HP Reflector 26 cm) |
64.8 |
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Flash power adjustment range in f-stops |
7 |
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Flash power adjustment (Ws/J) |
7 - 500 |
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Precision of flash power adjustment in manual mode (M): In automatic TTL mode: |
every 1/10 of a degree every 1/3 degree |
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Flash Power Adjustment Range |
0.1 - 6.3 |
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Distribution of flash energy among the heads |
Asymmetrical |
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Time elapsed. Flash t0.5 for min/max power in Action mode |
1/20,000 s â 1/250 s |
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Max. recharge time in Fast mode (full flash power) |
2 s |
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Max. recharge time in Eco mode (full flash power) |
3,5 s |
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Operating Modes |
M / TTL |
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Normal Flash Mode |
Flash Stability Priority |
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Action Flash Mode |
Flash Duration Priority |
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TTL mode / HSS mode |
Yes |
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Color temperature at full flash power |
5,300 K in Normal mode 5,700 K in Action mode 5,300 K in HSS mode |
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Color temperature stability at maximum flash power (in all modes) |
±200 K |
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Flash power stability (in all modes) |
0,05 % |
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Automatic power dumping |
Tak |
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Active cooling |
Tak (Smart Pro-Active Cooling) |
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Input jack |
USB-C |
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Flash burner (replaceable) |
Product code: 24092 |
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Protective dome |
screw-on (3x Torx TX10) |
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Wired Sync Port Voltage |
5 V |
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Wired Sync Port |
3,5 mm Jack |
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Battery |
5 Ah / 72 Wh / DC 14.4 V |
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Battery life at min/max flash power |
28000 / 400 |
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Battery Charge Status Indicators |
on the generator's LCD screen on the battery case |
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Charging time |
90% - 1 hr 40 min |
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Pilot Light Operating Modes |
ON/OFF, FREE, PROP, timer 1-60 s, VFC |
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Pilot light intensity |
14 W / 4,000 lm / CRI 90 |
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Color temperature of the pilot light |
5,200 K |
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Range of pilot light adjustment |
2.3 - 6.3 |
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Skyport Module (built-in) |
20 channels / 4 groups |
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Skyport operating range (Transmitter PRO, in M mode) |
Indoors: up to 15 m In open areas: up to 10 m |
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Dimensions: generator battery set |
One, two, three |
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