The D30: Versatile, intuitive, reliable – the all-in-one monolight for professionals

Profoto D30

Versatile

Compact and easy to set up, the D30 swiftly handles the multifaceted reality of any professional photographer, even with the largest of modifiers. With 500 Ws flash capacity and bi-colored modeling light, it adapts to your needs in and out of the studio.

Intuitive

With Profoto’s world-class user interface, and fast recycling times, you can have full focus on delivering your vision. The built-in AirX enables control directly from the remote or from Profoto Apps, allowing you to shape light without fiddling with complex settings.

Reliable

Sturdy yet lightweight, with maximized longevity thanks to Profoto ECO-mode, the D30 combines productivity and creativity in one, no matter how long your day runs. You can also change the flash tubes with your own hands, securing no downtime.

Profoto D30 macro view

Technical Specifications

500 Ws of precision light with Freeze mode up to 1/21100 s (t0.5), and lightning-fast recycle times down to 0.01 s.*

500 Ws
Max output
0.01–0.6 s
Recycle*
1/21100 s
Freeze (t0.5)
2800–7000 K
Modeling CCT

Performance

  • Flash power 500 Ws (11-stop range ≈ 0.5–500 Ws)
  • Recycle time 0.01–0.9 s (voltage dependent*)
  • Flash duration up to 1/21100 s (t0.5)
  • Color stability maintained shot-to-shot

Modeling Light

  • Bi-color LED 35 W (~3,800 lm)
  • CCT 2,800–7,000 K; CRI > 94

Flash Modes

  • Eco – optimized for color and longevity
  • Boost – maximum output on demand
  • Freeze – action stopping durations to 1/21100 s (t0.5)

Connectivity

  • Built-in Profoto AirX (2.4 GHz), 100 channels / 6 groups
  • TTL & HSS via Profoto remotes; Bluetooth app control
  • Wireless range up to 100 m (RF), 30 m (Bluetooth)

Physical

  • Dimensions = 11(4.3) × 25,5(10) × 11(4,3) cm(in)
  • Weight = 2.1(4.7) kg(lb) 
  • Power AC 100–240 V
  • Front mount 100 mm – compatible with Profoto light shaping tools

 

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*Recycle time varies with mains voltage (100–240 V)