Elinchrom ELB 500 TTL Dual To Go is a portable off-camera flash kit built for photographers who need speed, flexibility and reliable control on location. With two independently controlled flash heads and full asymmetry, it gives you more freedom to shape light with precision. TTL helps you get started faster, HSS expands your options in bright conditions, and manual control is always available when you want to fine-tune every detail.
- TTL and HSS for faster setup and greater flexibility
- Sync speeds up to 1/8000 s
- Action mode with flash duration down to 1/20,000 s
- Up to 28,000 flashes at minimum power and 400 at full power
- Lightweight flash heads designed for easier location work
- Full asymmetry across both flash heads
- Remote control from computer, iPhone, Android and from camera via Skyport Transmitter or Transmitter Pro X
Faster control across devices and on camera
Manage your lighting setup directly from your computer or mobile device and make adjustments without interrupting your workflow. With Elinchrom Bridge and the Elinchrom app, compatible units can be controlled quickly and directly from iPhone, Android or computer-based setups. When you prefer to work from camera, the ELB 500 TTL can also be controlled via Skyport Transmitter or Transmitter Pro X, giving you a flexible workflow across different shooting situations.
Confident results from the first frame
Power with HSS
With 500 Ws, the ELB 500 TTL gives you the output needed to work confidently in strong ambient light. Paired with the Elinchrom Transmitter Pro, High Speed Sync allows you to shoot at up to 1/8000 s. Freeze motion, control daylight more effectively or open up your aperture for a shallower depth of field. It is a practical way to stay in control when conditions change quickly.
Portable power, built for demanding shoots
Freedom to work where the image takes you
The ELB 500 TTL combines portable design with dependable performance. It delivers up to 400 full-power flashes on a single charge, giving you the consistency needed for longer location sessions. Use Action mode to freeze movement, switch to HSS when you need more flexibility in bright light, rely on battery power outdoors or connect to mains power in the studio with Active Charge. It is built to support the way modern photographers work.
Light quality that holds up under pressure
The ELB 500 TTL delivers substantially more power than an on-camera flash while maintaining the consistency and control needed for refined results. Combined with Elinchrom light shapers, it helps you create clean, even light across a wide range of setups. Reliable colour and output consistency also make post-production easier, especially when you need dependable results across an entire shoot.
Stay focused on the image
Flexible enough for different ways of shooting
The ELB 500 TTL is designed for photographers who move between portraits, editorial work, commercial shoots and content creation. With two independently controlled heads, it supports a broader range of lighting setups without adding unnecessary complexity. TTL gives you a fast starting point, while manual mode gives you full control when precision matters most.
A smoother workflow from setup to final frame
TTL and HSS make the ELB 500 TTL quicker to set up and easier to use in changing conditions. Instead of spending valuable time chasing exposure, you can work faster and stay focused on directing, composing and capturing the shot. It is a system designed to reduce friction and help you maintain momentum throughout the shoot.
Key features and benefits
- TTL to Manual – Fast setup, precise control
Start with TTL to establish your light quickly, then switch to manual when you want to refine and lock in your settings.
- HSS – Sync up to 1/8000 s
Work with wider apertures, freeze movement or reduce ambient light more effectively in bright conditions.
- Q-Head – Compact and versatile
A practical flash head designed to support a wide range of lighting situations without adding bulk.
- Elinchrom Transmitter Pro compatibility
Use the Elinchrom Transmitter Pro to access TTL and HSS with the ELB 500 TTL.
- Power that remains useful in HSS
The ELB 500 TTL gives you the output needed to keep shaping light effectively, even when working in High Speed Sync.
- Full asymmetry – Greater control across two heads
Adjust both heads independently and build more flexible two-light setups with less compromise.
- Active Charge – Charge while shooting
Keep working while the battery charges, whether you are in the studio or moving between locations.
- Flexible control options
Control the ELB 500 TTL from computer, iPhone, Android or directly from camera via Skyport Transmitter or Transmitter Pro X.
Set configuration – Elinchrom ELB 500 TTL Dual To Go
- Elinchrom ELB 500 TTL unit
- Li-Ion battery
- Charger
- 5 m sync cord
- 2 × ELB 500 flash heads with 2.5 m flash cables
- Protective cap for flash head
- 18 cm reflector
- 13.5 cm reflector
- Snappy case with shoulder strap
- ProTec location bag
Specifications – Elinchrom ELB 500 TTL
| Flash power |
500 Ws / J |
| Power distribution |
Full asymmetry |
| Power range |
7 f-stops |
| Flash duration |
Action: 1/20,000 s – Normal: 1/3,400 s |
| Recycling time |
0.05 – 2 s |
| Battery |
Removable Li-Ion 14.4 V / 72 Wh |
| Battery capacity |
400 – 28,000 flashes (full power / minimum power) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) |
16.3 × 9 × 18.1 cm |
| Weight (unit + battery) |
2.48 kg |
| Weight (battery) |
0.73 kg |
| Weight (flash head) |
0.66 kg |
| Compatibility |
Skyport: Elinchrom Transmitter Pro X |
| Compatibility with Elinchrom Transmitter Pro X |
Nikon, Canon, Sony, Pentax, Fuji |