The new Godox AD100Pro is their smallest strobe yet and features their magnetic round head
Jan 4, 2021
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Godox has launched its tiny new Godox AD100Pro strobe. Coming in at a modest 100Ws, it’s significantly smaller than even the AD300Pro strobe, which is already pretty compact, and is powered by the same battery as the Godox V1 speedlight. As with all of the strobes in the Godox lineup, it’s compatible with the Godox X 2.4Ghz wireless system,
Unlike the AD300Pro, this new tiny light has no bare bulb and features just the round head with magnetic modifier mount, like the V1 and the Godox H200R round head for the AD200 and AD200Pro lights. But it does fit into the Godox S2 bracket for when you want to add Bowens mount modifiers.
The Godox AD100Pro comes in at a very diminutive 120x76x76mm, which is substantially smaller than the AD300Pro’s 190x100x90mm. This is helped by the fact that there’s no bare bulb or Godox modifier mount on the front of it. Instead, it features just the round Fresnel head also found on the Godox V1 and H200R round head. But this opens it up for use with Godox’s range of magnetic modifiers.
| Power | 100Ws |
| Flash duration | Unknown |
| Colour temp | 5800K +/-200K |
| Sync speed | Up to 1/8,000 (HSS) |
| Wireless | Built-in 2.4Ghz Godox X receiver |
| Exposure | Manual, TTL, HSS, Multi |
| Modifier mount | Magnetic round head |
| Modelling light | 1.8W COB LED |
| Power | Lithium Ion battery module |
| Battery | 18.72Wh (7.2v 2.6Ah) Lithium-ion battery |
| Number of flashes | Approx 360 full-power flashes per charge |
| Recycle Time | 0.01-1.5 Sec |
| Compatible with | Nikon. Canon, Sony, Olympus, Panasonic, Fuji and Pentax |
| Wireless channels | 32 |
| Wireless groups | 5 |
| Wireless range | 328.1′ (100m) radio |
| Pack dimensions | 120x76x76mm |
| Pack weight | 524g (including battery) |
As one would expect, it is compatible with all of the existing lights and triggers in the Godox X 2.4Ghz wireless system, allowing you to mix and match it with your other Godox speedlights or strobes. Its size and shape makes it ideal for things like weddings and events where you want to pack small and light, but possibly need a little more power than a speedlight can muster. Using the same battery as the Godox V1, it offers 360 full-power flashes on a single charge.
The Godox AD100Pro is available to pre-order now for $299. The light itself comes with a carrying case, charger & USB cable, a battery, the AD-E2 light stand bracket and an instruction manual. Shipping is expected to begin in March. You can find out more about the Godox AD100Pro on the Godox website.
John Aldred
John Aldred is a photographer with over 25 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter – and occasional beta tester – of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.






































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8 responses to “The new Godox AD100Pro is their smallest strobe yet and features their magnetic round head”
V1 is 87ws? Confused by this flash.. at least they should have made it hotshoe mountable?
Michael Gara V1 is hotshoe mountable. I have one.
Jolyon Ralph yeah, obviously…. Have 1 too.. why does this new flash exist??
For off camera flash using standard strobe mounting frames.
So all the cost, 1/2 the output, & a fraction of the features & accessories that come w the AD200. This isn’t even product-line filler. Who is this for?
I would only guess this is an alternative to using speed lights, slightly more versatile and mobile. Many times I am using 1/256 in dark venues and wish I had less power with my ad200’s. This could work better when I’m never going higher than 1/32
Wait whut? It costs nearly the same as an AD200 yet it is half as powerful? WTF?
I would atleast like to try them for a few weeks they look great