Equipment
BRONCOLOR - Siros
The Siros comes in a variety of configurations including a 400Ws and 800Ws version, each of which is offered as a basic or “S” version as well as options for Wi-Fi along with built in RFS2.1 or PocketWizard triggering. With this range in offerings, prices run from $999 USD for a basic 400Ws unit to $1,700 USD for the top end 800 S with Wi-Fi and PocketWizard triggering. This puts it right on par with the Profoto D1, albeit at a slightly lower power output, as the D1 comes in 500Ws and 1,000Ws configurations. The Siros is also offered in a variety of 2-light and 3-light kit configurations that includes cases, stands, and modifiers. The S version of the strobes differs from the basic model by adding an extra two stops on the low end of the power range, as well as shorter full-power flash durations.
So what do I think of the Siros strobes overall? Compared to some of their close rivals such as the Profoto D1 or Elinchrom ELC, the Siros seems to have an edge in a few areas. The power range of the S model is better at the low end than the D1 by adding an extra two stops, and also includes some more modern gadgetry like the sequence mode and built-in Wi-Fi control. Similarly, it bests the Elinchrom ELC with more sturdy construction, faster sequence rates, and an extra stop in power range, but lags behind in full power recycling times by half a second. Both the ELC and D1 offer 1000Ws of power on their top-end models compared to the Siros’ 800Ws, so you’ll have to determine if that 1/4 stop is important to you or not. In terms of overall performance, the Siros is a real joy to use and delivers the consistent results that I expect from a high-end brand like Broncolor.
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