Fotocore GTM Underwater Strobe
The Fotocore GTM underwater strobe offers some advanced features and a robust design, perfect for underwater photographers looking for an entry-level strobe with great features. This strobe offers a guide number of 24, with a power output of 120Ws and an impressive beam angle of 160°, which can be narrowed down to 110° when using the included reduction ring. It is a compact and light-weight strobe, so easy to travel with, and easy to use.
Key Features
- Multiple Modes: The GTM strobe offers seven different modes, allowing photographers to adjust the lighting according to their specific needs.
- Guide Number: With a guide number of 24, the strobe provides ample power for illuminating subjects at various depths.
- Powerful Flash: The strobe boasts a power output of 120Ws, ensuring that it can deliver bright, crisp light even in murky waters.
- Wide Illumination Angle: The strobe features an illumination angle of 160° to 110° when using a reduction ring, making it perfect for wide-angle shots.
Design and Build Quality
The Fotocore GTM strobe is built to withstand the rigors of underwater photography. Its robust construction ensures durability while maintaining a lightweight profile, making it easy to handle during dives.
- Waterproof Depth: The strobe can be submerged up to 100 meters, allowing for deep dives without the worry of water damage.
- Compact Dimensions: Measuring 118mm x 75mm, the strobe is designed to be easily transportable without sacrificing performance.
- Weight: Weighing only 815g (without batteries), the GTM strobe is lightweight enough for extended use underwater.
Battery Life and Performance
The Fotocore GTM strobe is equipped with a high-capacity battery that supports extended shooting sessions.
- Battery Pack Power: The battery pack has a capacity of 25.2Wh, providing enough power for long dives.
- Flash Capacity: The strobe can deliver up to 800 flashes at full power and an impressive 5000 flashes at the first mode, making it suitable for various shooting conditions.
- Quick Recycle Time: With a recycle time ranging from 0.1 to 1 second, photographers can capture multiple shots in rapid succession without missing any critical moments.
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- Model: GTM
- Mode: 7 modes
- Guide number: 24
- Flash tube: Circular flash tube
- Power: 120Ws
- Connection: Optical cable
- Illumination: 160° - 110° with Reduction Ring
- Battery pack: FOTOCORE battery (2 x 18650 lithium batteries)
- Battery pack power: 25.2 wh
- Flash Capacity: 800 flashes at full power, 5000 flashes at 1st mode
- Recycle time: 0.1s-1s
- Flash speed: continuous Unlimited flash sync with 10 flashes/sec from first to third mode
- Power indicator: LCD displaying
- Color temperature: 5000K
- Waterproof Depth: 100m
- Focus/target light: 5W/ 500 lumens (center focus)
- Dimensions: 118x75mm
- Weight (on land): 815g without battery
- Do not support S-TTL&TTL
- All the above parameters are based on FOTOCORE testing standard.
- Strobe
- Battery
- Reduction Ring
- Charger
- User manual
