Expert Pick #05

Profoto A2.

Profoto's smallest pro head. Pocketable, magnetic-modifier ready, and TTL-capable — the location strobe for shooters who already own AirX.

Profoto A2

The Verdict.

8.9/ 10

Gavler Meta-Score

The A2 is the pocketable Profoto. Magnetic modifiers, AirX integration, and studio-grade color consistency in a 375-gram body make it the ultimate location fill light for photographers already invested in the Profoto ecosystem. The price is Profoto-level, but the convenience and color matching with larger units are genuine advantages.

The Gavler Verdict

Where to Buy.

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Best price$1,095

90-day price history

Price History

Steady at $1,095 for the entire 90-day tracking window — no increases, no discounts, across 66 tracked days.

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Precision Engineering

Pocketable Pro Flash

375 grams with studio-grade color consistency — lighter than most speedlights with Profoto-quality output.

Magnetic Modifier System

Instant attachment of domes, grids, gels, and softboxes via a magnetic ring — no clips or adapters needed.

AirX Wireless TTL

Seamless integration with Profoto's ecosystem — TTL and HSS with canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji via Profoto Connect.

Technical Specifications

Output76 Ws equivalent
Recycle Time0.05–1.0 sec
HSSUp to 1/8000s
Weight375 g
BatteryBuilt-in lithium, ~450 full-power flashes

The Scoreboard

Expert Consensus89%
Community Rating87%

Experts appreciate the magnetic modifier system and color matching with other Profoto units. Community scores reflect the high price relative to Godox alternatives with similar raw output specifications.

Cast Your Vote

Do you think Profoto A2 deserves the #5 spot in Best Photography Lighting?

Global Critique

The A2 is Profoto in your pocket. Magnetic modifiers and AirX integration make it the most convenient pro flash on the market.

Fstoppers

Color matching with the B10X Plus is seamless. Mix big and small Profoto lights without color correction headaches.

B&H Explora

At 375 grams, the A2 is lighter than a Godox V1 — with Profoto's color science. That's the premium in a nutshell.

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