Profoto B30 Monolight – Compact, Powerful with Battery-Powered Flash for Photo and Video (Black)

The Profoto B30 is a compact, rugged, and battery-powered monolight built for professionals who need reliable performance anywhere. An upgrade from the B10 series, it offers faster recycling, a 50 percent brighter 40W bi-color LED, and greater creative control.

Its durable rubberized body and optional handle ensure easy handling in tough environments. With an 11-stop power range and three flash modes—ECO, Boost, and Freeze—it adapts to any lighting need.

Compact and Lightweight

The Profoto B30 is designed to be easily portable without sacrificing power. Its compact form factor makes it easy to pack and transport, whether you're working in-studio or in remote locations, allowing for quick setups and efficient workflow.

Battery-Powered Operation

With a built-in rechargeable battery, the B30 offers full cordless operation, freeing you from power outlets and extension cords. It delivers consistent output throughout the battery cycle, supporting extended shooting sessions in the field or on set.

13 Percent Faster Recycling Time

Compared to the B10X, the B30 boasts a 13 percent improvement in recycling speed, enabling you to capture fast-moving subjects or sequences without missing critical moments. This makes it especially useful for high-tempo shooting environments like weddings, sports, or fashion.

40W Bi-Color Continuous LED

The enhanced 40-watt LED provides 50 percent more output than the previous generation, making it effective for hybrid shooters who work with both stills and video. The LED is bi-color, meaning you can easily adjust color temperature to match ambient lighting or create a specific mood on set.

11-Stop Power Range

From subtle fill light at low power to full-power flashes for overpowering sunlight, the 11-stop range gives you unmatched creative flexibility. Fine-tune your lighting from 2W up to 250W/s to achieve precise exposure control in any scenario.

Three Flash Modes (ECO, Boost, Freeze)

ECO mode conserves power and extends the life of internal components for long-duration shoots. Boost mode increases output when maximum power is needed. Freeze mode shortens flash duration for motion-stopping shots—ideal for action, splash, or dance photography.

Rugged Rubberized Exterior

Engineered for professional use in any environment, the B30’s exterior features a rubberized finish that improves grip and shock resistance. This durable housing protects the light from bumps, scratches, and minor impacts, ensuring reliability in tough conditions.

Profoto AirX Built-In

Profoto’s proprietary AirX technology allows full wireless control from smartphones, cameras, or remotes with seamless syncing and power adjustment. Whether you're working solo or as part of a larger production team, AirX offers professional-grade convenience and precision.

Compatibility with 120+ Modifiers

The B30 supports over 120 Profoto Light Shaping Tools, including softboxes, beauty dishes, reflectors, and umbrellas. This vast ecosystem empowers photographers to craft any lighting style or effect—from soft and flattering to hard and dramatic—with ease and consistency.

Li-Ion Battery

The last thing you need when shooting on location is to run out of battery. With a spare OCF battery you will get plenty of extra runtime. Fully charged you’ll get over 400 extra flashes on full power with the B10/B10X/B20 and 200 full-power flashes with the B10 Plus/B10X Plus/B30. The battery can be clicked on and off the flash in seconds and the charge level indicator on the battery makes it easy to check the charge level. The battery can be recharged quickly with the Profoto Battery Charger 3A and all our batteries are UN-certified so you can take them on a plane in hand-luggage, no matter where you’re travelling to.