Description
Profoto B3 750w AirTTL (Battery Flash System)
Premium battery flash for high-performance location work.
The Profoto B3 is the top-tier battery flash in the Profoto range. It delivers higher output, faster recycle, and a more robust design than standard portable units, making it suited to demanding commercial shoots on location.
This is the step up when a standard battery flash is not enough.
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What it’s for
- Location shoots requiring higher output
- Fashion and editorial on location
- Commercial production outside the studio
- Hybrid shoots moving between studio and location
- Situations where speed, power, and reliability matter
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Why it works
- 750Ws output for strong, controlled lighting
- Fast recycle for continuous shooting
- Stable, consistent output across sessions
- Robust, production-focused design
- Battery or mains operation
This is built for performance under pressure, not just portability.
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System position
For most location work, the Profoto B1X remains the standard choice.
The B3 is selected when additional output, speed, or robustness is required.
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System design
Supplied as:
- 1x head
- 1x battery
- charger
Additional batteries are typically required for longer or higher volume shoots.
Most productions will run:
- 2–3 batteries per head for full-day use
This keeps the system flexible while managing cost.
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Compared to B1X / B10 series
- Higher output
- Faster recycle
- More robust, production-grade build
- Better suited to sustained, professional use
A step up from standard portable flash into a higher performance system.
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Modifier compatibility
Works with a wide range of light shaping tools:
- Mola softlights
- Chimera softboxes
- Umbrellas and standard Profoto modifiers
Suitable for both soft and controlled lighting setups.
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Control
Optional Profoto Air Remote available:
- Canon
- Nikon
- Sony
- Fuji
Power options
- Battery powered for full portability
- Can also run from mains when available
Positioning
A premium battery-powered flash for demanding location work.
Chosen when a standard portable system is not enough.
