Profoto flash with Leica SL2

[sillbeers15]

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2 hours ago, robb said:

I’ve got one on order.  I am still hopeful to have it with my strobes before Christmas…

Robb

I was never a Godox user before. Ever since getting my XProll-L trigger one month ago, I’ve purchased 4 strobes from 100Ws to 600Ws and am in the process of using them…. I sure hope Profoto put their act together and start ship their triggers to Leica users soon.

[MediaFotografie]

Am 26.11.2022 um 05:03 schrieb robb:

I’ve got one on order.  I am still hopeful to have it with my strobes before Christmas…

Robb

I used the Connect (non-pro) "Nikon" which works flawless with SL 601 and SL2 in manual mode - and ordered the pro "Leica" in June, still waiting...

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20 hours ago, MediaFotografie said:

I used the Connect (non-pro) "Nikon" which works flawless with SL 601 and SL2 in manual mode - and ordered the pro "Leica" in June, still waiting...

They all work with on pin in manual mode

[MediaFotografie]

Update!!!

since some hours Profoto's website shows Connect pro for Leica as: ready for delivery!

 

 

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[MediaFotografie]

ups, the data sheet tells us, Profoto Connect pro for Leica supports only SL2 and SL2-S:
https://profoto.com/de/products/profoto-connect-pro-for-leica

for myself that's ok, but maybe not for all of us

[robb]

The original Profoto press release specifically said the new device “trigger” will work with all Leica cameras but I cannot speak to exact features.  Being primarily an SL2 and SL2-s shooter those were always my main focus.  

 

”Leica cameras from the SL, M, S and Q-series will be TTL-compatible with the new Profoto Connect Pro. Estimated availability date for the Leica version is November 2022.”

https://profoto.com/us/news-room/connect-pro-leica

Robb

Edited November 28, 2022 by robb

[Photoworks]

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Looks like everyone is have to move from up-down trigger, but some bad reviews on the wheel hardware.

 

[albireo_double]

On 11/29/2022 at 3:28 AM, Photoworks said:

Looks like everyone is have to move from up-down trigger, but some bad reviews on the wheel hardware.

 

What bad reviews on the "wheel hardware", aka Connect Pro? I actually had a problem with the Nikon version of the Connect Pro. Was showing "No Board" under "Hardware Variant" in the menu; was not working with the X2D. Eventually, with some help from Profoto support, I figured out that the flat wire inside the trigger housing that connects the main board with the hot shoe board was inserted the other way around. Took me about 15 minutes to fix, after I found the right size Torx screwdriver. Reassembly was a bit tricky, to make sure that all buttons and the wheel work as they should, but I succeeded. Other than that, the trigger eats batteries like there is no tomorrow...I guess  because of Bluetooth. On the other hand, and a bit surprisingly, the trigger works even when really close to the strobe. Today, I put an A2 on a bracket very close to the lens, with the trigger in the hot shoe about 10 cm away from the strobe. Tried about 30 shots in TTL and it worked like a charm - didn't even have to switch to channel 8. This is an improvement from the "up down" trigger.

As for the Leica variant of the Connect Pro, I talked to my dealer last week and was told that the firmware wasn't working properly. But in the meantime there has been a Profoto announcement re firmware A5 which specifically mentioned Leica. So, fingers crossed that it will start shipping soon.

Edited November 30, 2022 by albireo_double

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Leica showing off profoto.

[RvN]

I have just received info from Profoto that the Leica Remote will only work (HSS + TTL) on the SL2 and SL2-s. So it looks like a No Go for my M11, CL and even SL. I ask again to reconfirm. I was set to buy the remote but this changes things. 

Edited December 2, 2022 by RvN

[MediaFotografie]

Am 1.12.2022 um 21:02 schrieb Photoworks:

Leica showing off profoto.

 

btw, they are talking about APO-SL 21mm: coming very soon (at 55min)

[Chuck Albertson]

My local Leica dealer has a quick "Single light portraits with Profoto and Leica" workshop scheduled for next weekend. I booked it to see if it features the new gizmo.

[Mdol]

Finally ! We can have TTL and HSS with Profoto on Leica SL2 (S) !

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[Mdol]

And it works fine.

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[robb]

I am supposed to get mine next week.  Can’t wait.

Robb

[MediaFotografie]

mine is on it‘s way, so happy!!!

[sillbeers15]

Great to hear that Profoto finally shipped the Connect Pro Leica version!

I may not be a Profoto user as I am still happy using Godox lights with XProll-L but I hope that more Leica users explore Off camera flash lighting as it adds so much punch to outdoor portraiture! Natural light is great, just not often available at the right intensity & direction at that moment when we photographers require. So the strobes/flashes come in to replace the missing light required plus enhancement.

[Chuck Albertson]

The new gizmo works fine for TTL/HSS on the SL 601 (it did on mine, anyway). It also works on the M digital cameras (didn't try it, but that's what the Leica rep told me).

[Stuart Richardson]

Is this technology or adaptation going to come to the A1 series of flashes? I currently use an A1 Nikon version on my Leicas, which obviously is manual only. I would be happy to sell it and buy a Leica version if they have one in the works...

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[MediaFotografie]

So, in the meantime I can also report from practice, my Connect pro arrived on Friday.

Tried it out intensively - everything works perfectly, perfect combination of SL2 and Profoto: TTL, HSS, ... everything is there!

In my eyes, this is a huge step forward for the Leica system!

 

 

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