tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post637837502268481237..comments2023-11-29T00:37:27.962-08:00Comments on PRETTY GIRL SHOOTER: Tronix Explorer Mini Rocks!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-32891752578636903062011-07-25T19:17:09.608-07:002011-07-25T19:17:09.608-07:00Why Choose Tronix Explorer Mini? / Top Reasons why...Why Choose Tronix Explorer Mini? / Top Reasons why you should choose Tronix Explorer Mini<br /><br />1. If you find monoblock's recycle time very important (you wouldn't want your models to hold the pose or re-do the action while you are waiting for 10+ seconds to get ready for your next shot)<br /><br />2. If you are using digital or bi-voltage monoblocks from top brands such as Elinchrom, Hensel, Profoto, Bowens, Multiblitz, Calumet, Photogenic (especially if your monoblocks are bi-voltage such as EL BXRI500, Dlite 4s, Hensel Compact 600Rs)<br /><br />3. Based on actual photo shoots using 2 500ws monolights at real world power settings (not always at full power), Tronix Explorer Mini delivers about 400 shots (for some photographers, 100 shots are enough)<br /><br />4. If you find 20+ lbs (10kilos) battery pack too heavy for your on-location photography session (Tronix Explorer Mini weighs about 5 kilos and has a compact design enclosed in a carrying case)<br /><br />5. If you find compatibility to a large number of monoblocks and reliability of your equipment very important (Tronix Explorers are known and tested to be a very reliable equipmenPaolo San Pedrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00493568551280701262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-42854901496200974912011-07-20T03:29:25.568-07:002011-07-20T03:29:25.568-07:00The explorer mini standard with bag sells for US$3...The explorer mini standard with bag sells for US$349.00<br /><br />The Vagabond Mini Lithium sells<br />for US$260 and the bag option is<br />another US$20 extra. So the a difference of US$70 not US$200.<br /><br />What you get with the Tronix Mini is much faster recycling time and wide compatibility with non- PCB<br />flashes, and a cheaper battery replacement at the expense of lesser number of full power pops.<br /><br />The customer will have to choose<br />his poison. :)junhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00066486295754786782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-32310591304501140422011-07-19T21:05:36.009-07:002011-07-19T21:05:36.009-07:00Thanks Jimmy!
Btw, Exp Mini main features are fas...Thanks Jimmy!<br /><br />Btw, Exp Mini main features are faster recycle time and larger compatibility esp to bi-voltage monoblocks. If your monolights are Alienbees, VML, is the natural option. However, if you've got, say Calumet Genesis or Elinchrom BXRIs, then Exp Mini can be your battery pack. :)Innovatronix Inchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01140893340779786768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-88633673905262743492011-07-19T18:37:59.475-07:002011-07-19T18:37:59.475-07:00@Pete: I agree the PCB Vagabond Mini Lithium is im...@Pete: I agree the PCB Vagabond Mini Lithium is impressive, especially considering it's size and weight. For shooters who air-travel or backpack to locations it's gotta seem like it's heaven sent. You're also right I've not had an opportunity to try-out and review the PCB Vagabond Mini -- from others I've spoken with and from my own personal experience, PCB isn't interested in floating much of their gear to too many people.<br /><br />I did read the Vag-Mini review on Rob Galbraith's site and while I was quite impressed with the number of pops the Vagabond Mini provided, it's recycle time wasn't very impressive and, frankly, since I don't hop on airplanes much (with my gear) or have any plans to climb Everest with a model or two in tow and shoot them at the top, the size and weight of the Vag-Mini isn't a big deal to me nor is it a big selling point.<br /><br />I guess it all comes down to what works best and is most practical and efficient for each individual shooter and how it matches up with the sort of work they normally do... i.e, right tool for the job and all that. <br /><br />BTW, I wasn't kidding when I mentioned in my review that the weight of the Tronix Mini is a big plus for me in terms of letting it double as either a sand bag on a vertical stand or (what I didn't mention) letting it be a counter-weight on a boom; something I'll definitely be also using it for.jimmydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04250574229270573468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-58753896729460238242011-07-19T18:10:08.351-07:002011-07-19T18:10:08.351-07:00I agree with Ashley. I'm sure the Tronix is n...I agree with Ashley. I'm sure the Tronix is nice, but with the Vagabond mini coming in at $200 less and a whole lot smaller and lighter weight, I'm not sure the Tronix is worth it. The Vaga mini really works great and it's size and weight make it easy to fly with (you can literally carry it in your carry-on with lots of room to spare). <br /><br />Just my two-cents. I realize PCB didn't float you a Vaga mini to test so it's hard to compare it with the Tronix.Pete Springerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13199858322399925854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-47515308872082958032011-07-19T17:26:17.441-07:002011-07-19T17:26:17.441-07:00It's exciting to see some real competition and...It's exciting to see some real competition and options available now at more affordable prices for small battery packs like this. I wonder how the Tronix compares to the Vagabond mini lithium.Ashley Karylhttp://www.nudephotopro.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30664106.post-77312693391507768412011-07-19T14:16:30.389-07:002011-07-19T14:16:30.389-07:00Hey Jimmy,
The Tronix was a blast to shoot with t...Hey Jimmy,<br /><br />The Tronix was a blast to shoot with the other evening. If memory serves correct, when it finally died I was able to recycle the power switch and get another half dozen shots. I don't believe that it failed to fire once during the shoot.<br /><br />As always, great to see you again and it was a pleasure to shoot the very pretty Alexis with you as well.Dannoreply@blogger.com