Modelling light
Also known as modeling light, pilot light. Category: Lighting and optics
A modelling light is a continuous lamp built into a studio strobe. It shows approximately how the flash will light the subject, which helps with positioning lights and focusing.
How PhotoRobot uses it
PhotoRobot Controls can switch the modelling light of supported strobes on and off remotely and store the setting in presets.
Related terms
- Strobe: A studio flash that emits a very short, powerful burst of light, freezing motion.
- Continuous light: Lighting that stays on constantly, typically LED, so the effect is visible before shooting.
Where this term appears on photorobot.com
Mentioned on 5 pages of photorobot.com:
- FOMEI Digital Pro X Studio Flash - PhotoRobot User Guide (Manual)
Turn the digital encoder volume to the right to increase Brightness of Modeling Light. - Broncolor Siros 800 S WiFi / RFS 2 Operating Instructions (Manual)
The following items represent specially recommended accessories: 33.115.00 L40 standard reflector 34.260.00 Halogen modelling light, 300W for Siros 34.360.00 Flash tube, 400/800J for Siros 34.369.00… - Capture And Control (Software)
Adjust energy, cell sensors, modeling light, and power on / off. - PhotoRobot CASE 850 Portable Studio User Guide (Manual)
Use beauty dishes and strip softboxes – they provide soft yet efficient modeling light; perfect for 360 degree photography. - Advanced Software Tools for Image Capture & Control (Blog)
With support for Broncolor, Profoto, Fomei and DMX, you can adjust energy, cell sensors, modeling light, and power on / off.