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Profoto L1600D

Faster. Lighter. Brighter.

The L1600D is a 1600W daylight-balanced point source LED built for creators who demand power, precision, and reliability. Its all-in-one design makes setup effortless and fast, no external ballast required.

Thanks to HydroCTech™ cooling technology, it’s remarkably lightweight at just 13 kg / 25 lbs, completely flicker-free, and whisper-quiet. At the same time, it outshines any comparable light while using significantly less energy.

With dual mounts for both Profoto and Bowens modifiers, the L1600D gives you unmatched versatility and creative freedom, opening the door to an extensive range of light-shaping possibilities.

Built to perform under pressure, the L1600D combines professional-grade durability with intuitive control. Regardles of environment, it delivers consistent, color-accurate output you can rely on day after day – making it a powerful, future-ready addition to any lighting setup.

Profoto product

Faster

Instant power, zero ballast. Quick rigging and responsive control keep production flowing at the speed of creativity.

Lighter

A compact, all-in-one design with advanced liquid cooling gives the L1600D an exceptional power-to-weight ratio. Effortless to handle, transport, and position.

Profoto L1600D setup
Profoto L1600D bright daylight setup

Brighter

Pure, precise daylight with the strength to replace traditional HMIs. Balanced, consistent, and built to make every frame shine.

Profoto L1600D side view
Profoto L1600D alternate angle

Technical Specifications

Powerful 1,600 W daylight LED with HydroCTech™ cooling, flicker-free at any frame rate, and up to 100,000 lux @ 3 m with the Boost Reflector (12°).†

1,600 W
Max power
5,600 K
Daylight CCT
CRI 95 /
TLCI 97
Color quality
IP54
Weather resistance

Performance

  • Light source: Daylight LED (5,600 K)
  • Beam angle: 65° (bare)
  • Flicker free at any frame rate
  • Dimming: 0.1–100% with Linear / Exponential / Logarithmic / S-curve
  • TM-30: RF 92, RG 99; SSI 74

Photometrics (typical)

  • Bare 65°:
    • 5,000 lux (3 m/9.8 ft) 
    • 2,050 lux (5 m/16.4ft) 
    • 1,200 lux (7m/23ft)
    • 650 lux (10 m/33ft)
  • MaxiZoom 20°:
    • 28,000 lux (3 m/9.8 ft) 
    • 12,500 lux (5 m/16.4ft) 
    • 6,200 lux (7m/23ft)
    • 3,100 lux (10 m/33ft)
  • Boost Reflector 12°:
    • 100,000 lux (3 m/9.8 ft) 
    • 43,000 lux (5 m/16.4ft) 
    • 22,500 lux (7m/23ft)
    • 11,500 lux (10 m/33ft)

Control & Connectivity

  • DMX/RDM (XLR-5 in/out), CRMX (integrated LumenRadio TimTwo)
  • Profoto Air & Profoto Control App (Bluetooth)
  • Wireless range up to 100 m / 300 ft

Physical

  • Cooling: HydroCTech™ liquid cooling (patent pending)
  • Mount: Yoke with patent swivel function, 1-1/8" stud (junior pin)
  • Accessory mount: Bowens S-Type (with Profoto 100 mm mount adapter)
  • Operating voltage:
    100-240Vac / 50-60Hz
  • Dimensions (approx.):
    26 × 50 cm (10.2 x 19.6 in)
  • Weight: 11.7 kg incl. yoke
  • Operating temp: −10 to +35 °C
  • Estimated LED lifespan: 50,000 h

 

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† Typical values. Lux measured bare (66°) and with MaxiZoom 20° / Boost Reflector 12° at stated distances. Flicker-free capability, color data, mounts and environmental ratings per data sheet.

“The Profoto L1600D has a lot going for it, it’s a robust workhorse,  a good all-rounder that you can use in many different situations.”

Julian White, Chief Lighting Technician

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