With the launch of the D1, Profoto is setting a new standard for professional monolights. Boasting a generous 7 f-stop power range, action-stopping short flash durations, and color stability comparable with that of a high-end studio generator, the D1 proves that superior performance can be delivered in a compact and affordable package. The D1 is available in 250, 500 and 1,000 Ws versions. The D1 is also fully compatible with Profoto’s renowned Light Shaping Tools system, which makes it ideal for all sorts of photography – ranging from studio portraits and product shoots to lively wedding assignments out in the sun.

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D1 250 | 500 | 1000 Monolights

Super performance in a small, affordable package
Compact and lightweight
Integrated reflector
7 f-stop power range
Short flash duration and fast recycling times
Accepting the Profoto light shaping tools system
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D1 250 Air

Energy: 250 Ws

Energy Range: 7 f-stops (3.9-250Ws)

Recycling times: 120V/60Hz (0.2-0.65s) 230V/50Hz (0.2-0.65s)

Flash Duration: t 0,5 (1/3700-1/1400s)

Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.): 300W

Modeling Light Modes: On, Off, Prop, Free

Energy Control Increments: 1/10 and full f-stops

Energy/Voltage Stability: +/-1/20 f-stop

Guide number @ 2 meters/100 ISO with Magnum reflector: 32 8/10

Specified data conditions: 120 or 230 V AC

Input Power supply: 100-127V / 200-240V, 50/60Hz (nominal)

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s): 1

Wire Sync Voltage: Compliant to ISO 10330 standard

Wire Sync Connector: 3.5mm Mini-Phono

Photocell/IR-slave and Switch: Yes

Radio Sync: Yes, integrated Profoto Air (8 channels, 6 groups)

Remote Control: Yes, with optional Profoto Air Remote

Radio Sync Range: Up to 300m

Computer Control: Yes, with Profoto Studio Software (Mac a. PC) via optional Profoto Air USB transceiver

Miscellaneous

Digital Display: Yes, f-stops and Air channels/groups

Fan Cooled: Yes, temperature regulated

Automatic Multi-Voltage: Yes, 90-130V/180-240V, 50-60Hz incl. model light

Ready Signals: Yes, ready lamp, dim and/or switchable beep sound

Auto Dumping: Yes

Fuse Requirement per unit at max. speed setting: Slow blow 6A/230V, 10A/120V

Automatic mains fuse type: C, D, E 16A/230V 20A/120V

Battery Operation: Yes, with optional Profoto BatPac

Measurements

Dimensions: 30x13x17 cm; 11.8×5.12×6.7 inch

Weight: 2.24kg; 4.93lbs

D1 250

Energy: 250 Ws

Energy Range: 7 f-stops (3.9-250Ws)

Recycling times: 120V/60Hz (0.2-0.65s) 230V/50Hz (0.2-0.65s)

Flash Duration: t 0,5 (1/3700-1/1400s)

Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.): 300W

Modeling Light Modes: On, Off, Prop, Free

Energy Control Increments: 1/10 and full f-stops

Energy/Voltage Stability: +/-1/20 f-stop

Guide number @ 2 meters/100 ISO with Magnum reflector: 32 8/10

Specified data conditions: 120 or 230 V AC

Input Power supply: 100-127V / 200-240V, 50/60Hz (nominal)

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s): 1

Wire Sync Voltage: Compliant to ISO 10330 standard

Wire Sync Connector: 3.5mm Mini-Phono

Photocell/IR-slave and Switch: Yes

Radio Sync: N/A

Remote Control: N/A

Radio Sync Range: N/A

Computer Control: N/A

Miscellaneous

Digital Display: Yes, f-stops and Air channels/groups

Fan Cooled: Yes, temperature regulated

Automatic Multi-Voltage: Yes, 90-130V/180-240V, 50-60Hz incl. model light

Ready Signals: Yes, ready lamp, dim and/or switchable beep sound

Auto Dumping: Yes

Fuse Requirement per unit at max. speed setting: Slow blow 6A/230V, 10A/120V

Automatic mains fuse type: C, D, E 16A/230V 20A/120V

Battery Operation: Yes, with optional Profoto BatPac

Measurements

Dimensions: 30x13x17 cm; 11.8×5.12×6.7 inch

Weight: 2.23kg; 4.91lbs

D1 500 Air

Energy: 500 Ws

Energy Range: 7 f-stops (7,8-500 Ws)

Recycling times: 120V/60Hz (0.2-0.95s) 230V/50Hz (0.2-0.95s)

Flash Duration: t 0,5 (1/2600-1/1000 s)

Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.): 300W

Modeling Light Modes: On, Off, Prop, Free

Energy Control Increments: 1/10 and full f-stops

Energy/Voltage Stability: +/-1/20 f-stop

Guide number @ 2 meters/100 ISO with Magnum reflector: 45 8/10

Specified data conditions: 120 or 230 V AC

Input Power supply: 100-127V / 200-240V, 50/60Hz (nominal)

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s): 1

Wire Sync Voltage: Compliant to ISO 10330 standard

Wire Sync Connector: 3.5mm Mini-Phono

Photocell/IR-slave and Switch: Yes

Radio Sync: Yes, integrated Profoto Air (8 channels, 6 groups)

Remote Control: Yes, with optional Profoto Air Remote

Radio Sync Range: Up to 300m

Computer Control: Yes, with Profoto Studio Software (Mac a. PC) via optional Profoto Air USB transceiver

Miscellaneous

Digital Display: Yes, f-stops and Air channels/groups

Fan Cooled: Yes, temperature regulated

Automatic Multi-Voltage: Yes, 90-130V/180-240V, 50-60Hz incl. model light

Ready Signals: Yes, ready lamp, dim and/or switchable beep sound

Auto Dumping: Yes

Fuse Requirement per unit at max. speed setting: Slow blow 6A/230V, 10A/120V

Automatic mains fuse type: C, D, E 16A/230V 20A/120V

Battery Operation: Yes, with optional Profoto BatPac

Measurements

Dimensions: 30x13x17 cm; 11.8×5.12×6.7 inch

Weight: 2.44kg; 5.83lbs

D1 500

Energy: 500 Ws

Energy Range: 7 f-stops (7,8-550Ws)

Recycling times: 120V/60Hz (0.2-0.95s) 230V/50Hz (0.2-0.95s)

Flash Duration: t 0,5 (1/2600-1/1000s)

Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.): 300W

Modeling Light Modes: On, Off, Prop, Free

Energy Control Increments: 1/10 and full f-stops

Energy/Voltage Stability: +/-1/20 f-stop

Guide number @ 2 meters/100 ISO with Magnum reflector: 45 8/10

Specified data conditions: 120 or 230 V AC

Input Power supply: 100-127V / 200-240V, 50/60Hz (nominal)

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s): 1

Wire Sync Voltage: Compliant to ISO 10330 standard

Wire Sync Connector: 3.5mm Mini-Phono

Photocell/IR-slave and Switch: Yes

Radio Sync: N/A

Remote Control: N/A

Radio Sync Range: N/A

Computer Control: N/A

Miscellaneous

Digital Display: Yes, f-stops and Air channels/groups

Fan Cooled: Yes, temperature regulated

Automatic Multi-Voltage: Yes, 90-130V/180-240V, 50-60Hz incl. model light

Ready Signals: Yes, ready lamp, dim and/or switchable beep sound

Auto Dumping: Yes

Fuse Requirement per unit at max. speed setting: Slow blow 6A/230V, 10A/120V

Automatic mains fuse type: C, D, E 16A/230V 20A/120V

Battery Operation: Yes, with optional Profoto BatPac

Measurements

Dimensions: 30x13x17 cm; 11.8×5.12×6.7 inch

Weight: 2.43kg; 5.36lbs

D1 1000 Air

Energy: 500 Ws

Energy Range: 7 f-stops (15,6-1000 Ws)

Recycling times: 120V/60Hz (0.2-2s) 230V/50Hz (0.2-2s)

Flash Duration: t 0,5 (1/1800-1/700 s)

Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.): 300W

Modeling Light Modes: On, Off, Prop, Free

Energy Control Increments: 1/10 and full f-stops

Energy/Voltage Stability: +/-1/20 f-stop

Guide number @ 2 meters/100 ISO with Magnum reflector: 64 8/10

Specified data conditions: 120 or 230 V AC

Input Power supply: 100-127V / 200-240V, 50/60Hz (nominal)

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s): 1

Wire Sync Voltage: Compliant to ISO 10330 standard

Wire Sync Connector: 3.5mm Mini-Phono

Photocell/IR-slave and Switch: Yes

Radio Sync: Yes, integrated Profoto Air (8 channels, 6 groups)

Remote Control: Yes, with optional Profoto Air Remote

Radio Sync Range: Up to 300m

Computer Control: Yes, with Profoto Studio Software (Mac a. PC) via optional Profoto Air USB transceiver

Miscellaneous

Digital Display: Yes, f-stops and Air channels/groups

Fan Cooled: Yes, temperature regulated

Automatic Multi-Voltage: Yes, 90-130V/180-240V, 50-60Hz incl. model light

Ready Signals: Yes, ready lamp, dim and/or switchable beep sound

Auto Dumping: Yes

Fuse Requirement per unit at max. speed setting: Slow blow 6A/230V, 10A/120V

Automatic mains fuse type: C, D, E 16A/230V 20A/120V

Battery Operation: Yes, with optional Profoto BatPac

Measurements

Dimensions: 30x13x17 cm; 11.8×5.12×6.7 inch

Weight: 2.94kg; 6.84lbs