Profoto B2: Is it right for you?

We talk about the good and the bad of Profoto's small 250ws battery Pack and head system
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Seth ( @lastxwitness) and I go through the Profoto B2 pack system

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Daniel

[fredzh]

I bought a used B2 dual head kit a few years ago and have considered "upgrading" to the newer A1/A1X and B10. However for me, the portability advantage of the A1X and the modified features of the B10 (less the slightly better battery capacity) just didn't outweigh the usefulness or cost difference of a B2 kit. The only issue that I have had is, actually not the heads or the pack, but rather the batteries. I've had 2 batteries go bad (would not recharge) and Profoto no longer sells replacements. I ultimately found a solution with a battery lab that can rebuild the B2 batteries for a fraction of the cost of what they were new, and now the rebuilt batteries seem to work better (more full power flashes than Profoto's specs) and last longer.

[Mokkel]

I use my B2 regularly. The only wishes I have for a future upgrade: 1) longer cables 2) a little bit more power. like 400ws.

[SilverVoxMusic]

Use my two B2'a with two D2's and love the set up, great flexibility.

[syuganov]

Hey, Daniel, could you, please, tell what's plugged into the other guy's iphone, and how broadcast is switched to his phone camera sometimes?

[soldierofselfworth]

Honestly amazing video! You definitely covered many of the questions I had. I know that this kit would be excellent for me.

[creativegreatsvisuals]

What can these b2’s do that the b10 can’t ? How much power comes out of each b2 flash when using 2 together ?

[cmaiorino]

Great video...I just found a used B2 and pack in almost mint condition...had to buy it and add it to my lonely A1. First impressions are that this is a serious light and VERY portable.

[bluelifeaquacultureshrimph]

Thank you very much for your quick & warm response

[DetoxSince]

Great video guys and I have to agree. The B2s are excellent. Power and performance meets size and weight. Good balance for mobility. The Godox Ad200 lights are also damn good in this area without the big negative, the wiring.

Maybe a video series about softboxes aka light modifiers would be useful. You know, why is Browcolor "better" aka more expensive than Profoto, Westcott and Photoflex... . Maybe you could present us some of your favorite light modifiers.

[BakeLikeAPro]

I'm the second person to ask this -- what's that adapter Seth has on his iPhone ? looks like something to do a wireless video transfer to his computer ( ? )

[AlbertArt]

Looks like a good kit. How much? Does Profoto work with Panasonic Lumix Gear?

[osangulon]

Hi,
I have also had the B2 for years, which I like very much because it is very small, powerful and very robust. But, I hope that Profoto will finally offer an additional flash head to this excellent system, which has an external flash tube, as for example a ProHead. A 50% stronger battery with the same dimensions and a 4.5 m extension cable would be desirable.
Many greetings

[robertaltman]

2 Godox AD-200 gives you more power (400WS- either together-or as 2 separate lights at 200 each) in a much more compact/convenient/economical package....hard to justify the B2 in comparison I'm afraid (and I do own and use the larger studio Profotos)

[tommys]

Great video love playing with ocf, keep up the good work

[leosurovec]

Very usefull videos as I'm looking for a dual light system to invest in.

[soldierofselfworth]

Is this compatible with pocket wizard PLUS?

[hondatb]

I need a good dual light system. These videos are very helpful.

[smallgreentreefrog]

So I have the B2s. The location kit of two. Got them earlier this winter. I also got the speed rings and two Octa 2' softboxes for each of them. I'm aware this system is designed to be so streamlined and just work. At the same time, it's not designed for a true lighting/flash newb like me. I used to be an exclusively natural light guy. I actually haven't been able to figure these out and get out of them what I want. I only used them once and I bounced one off the ceiling, and my image was overexposed, so I put them away.

[ajsuk]

Would you trust the umbrella socket & mount of the B2 with a heavy umbrella like deep XLs? (I appreciate you’d probably want a more powerful light if available but just curious) Thanks!

[jtes]

Nice video guys . However, unless you’re bought into the Profoto system the Elinchrom ELB 500 makes more sense . One can still get that hybrid flexibility and more power for less $ .