Bron Elektronik
Bron Elektronik is a Swiss-based producer specializing in professional flash lighting equipment designed for both photography and videography, with its headquarters located in Allschwil, Switzerland. The company manufactures the broncolor range of flash units, which includes studio lighting systems composed of separate power packs and heads, alongside monolight options. These are further enhanced by an assortment of light modifiers. Esteemed as a premier Swiss brand in generator flash technology, broncolor caters to an international clientele seeking premium lighting solutions.
The company's standout product, the Scoro S 3200 power-pack system, has earned significant industry recognition, notably winning the 2009 Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) award for Best Studio Generator. This accolade highlights Bron Elektronik’s leadership in providing cutting-edge studio illumination technology.
Another prominent offering from Broncolor is the Para series of parabolic reflectors, compatible with both flash and HMI lamps and available in diameters ranging from 88 cm up to 330 cm. These reflectors form a vital part of the product lineup, addressing a wide spectrum of professional lighting requirements.
Bron Elektronik’s business strategy centers on continuous innovation within digital imaging lighting products, targeting professional photographers and videographers globally through its subsidiaries and worldwide distribution network.
Flash Units
Studio Packs
Premium Range
- Pulso
- Pulso 8 (1985–1999) - Pulso 4 & A4 (1984–1997) - Pulso 2 & A2 (1984–1995)
- Grafit
- Grafit A4 & A2 (from 1996) - Grafit 4 & 2 (1998–2000)
- Scoro
- Scoro 3200S/E, 1600S/E (2012–present) - Scoro A4/A2 & A4S/A2S (2009–2012)
Entry-Level Range
- Opus
- Opus 8 & A8 (1991–1997) - Opus 4 & A4 (1990–1998) - Opus 2 & A2 (1990–1998)
- Primo
- Primo 4 & 2 (1992–2002)
- Topas
- Topas A8, A4, A2 (from 2000)
- Nano
- Nano A4 & A2 (from 2001)
- Verso
- Verso A4 & A2 (from 2006)
- Senso
- Senso A4 & A2 (2010–present)
Earliest Power Packs
- BC1 (1958–1961)
- S51/S101 (1959–1969)
- S6/S12 (1962–1965)
- 600N/1200N (1966–1967)
- 700R/1400R (1968–1978)
- 200 (1972–1977)
- 260 (1974–1980)
- 606, 404, 304 (1976–1984 / 1978–1984 / 1980–1984 respectively)
- FlashMan (1984–1992)
Battery-Operated Packs
- Mobil (from 1998)
- Mobil A2L (from 2011), Mobil A2R (from 2008)
- Verso A4 & A2 (from 2006)
- Move 1200J (2012 to present)
Monolight Models
- Impact S80, 41, 21 (1982–1995)
- Complus (1986–1996)
- Minipuls C200, C80, C40, D160 (approximately 1994–2006)
- Minicom 160, 80, 40 (circa 2003/2010 onwards)
- Siros S800/400 & S800S/400S (2014 to present)
Battery-Powered Monolights
- Siros L800 & L400 (2016 to present)
Earliest Monolight Units
- C171 (1975–1986)
- C70 (1976–1983)
Heads
Premium Segment
Pulso series including models Pulso F and G.
Entry-Level Segment
Primo, Unilite, Picolite, and Litos series.
Portable Segment
Mobilite, Mobilite 2, and Mobiled models.
Specialized Applications
Boxlite 40, Litestick, Pulso-Spot 4, Ringflash P/C, Striplite, and Lightbar Evolution series.
Light Shapers
Hard Modifiers
Standard reflectors such as the P70, P65, and L40 are designed for use with Siros lighting units. For narrow beam control, options include the P-Travel, P50, and P45 reflectors. Wide-angle illumination is achieved with the P120 reflector model. Beauty modifiers encompass the Beauty Dish and the Softlight P-Soft variants. Ringflash reflectors are specifically crafted for the Ringflash C series. ETC reflectors cover PAR and background lighting applications.
Optical Modifiers
Fresnel attachments, including the Flooter and Spot accessories, are compatible with Picolite and Pulso-Spot4 fixtures to refine light focus.
ETC Modifiers
Various snoots and grids are available to facilitate precise manipulation of light output. Additional tools include LitePipe P and ultraviolet (UV) attachments.
SoftBoxes
OCTA SoftBoxes come in dimensions ranging from 75 cm to 150 cm. Square SoftBoxes are offered in sizes reaching up to 100x100 cm. Rectangular SoftBoxes can measure as large as 120x180 cm. Strip SoftBoxes extend up to 30x180 cm in size. Masks and grids can be applied across all SoftBox formats.
Umbrellas
Shallow umbrellas are available in silver, white, and translucent varieties, spanning sizes from 85 cm to 105 cm. Parabolic umbrellas provide adjustable focus options.
Parabolic Reflectors
The product line includes models from Para 88 through Para 330, each accompanied by diffuser options that allow for varying degrees of light diffusion.
LED
LED F160
Scope D50, the Surface Visualizer
Introduced in 2018 by broncolor in collaboration with software partner Truvis, the Scope D50 is a surface visualization tool aimed at cultural heritage imaging and reproduction. This device earned recognition as one of the most groundbreaking photography innovations of 2018 by PDN, bolstering broncolor’s standing within specialized imaging markets.
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