Godox has officially announced the AD800 Pro, a new 800Ws all‑in‑one outdoor flash designed for photographers who need high output, fast performance, and reliable color consistency on location. Positioned above the AD600 Pro and below the AD1200 Pro, the AD800 Pro fills a long‑requested gap in the lineup — offering serious power in a portable, Bowens‑mount body.
The AD800 Pro is built for outdoor portraiture, commercial work, action freezing, and high‑volume shooting where speed and consistency matter. With up to 300 full‑power flashes per charge and a 0.01–1.5 s recycle time, it’s engineered to keep pace with demanding productions.
800Ws Output: Overpowering Sunlight with Ease
Godox markets the AD800 Pro with the tagline “Overpower the Sun”, and the specs back it up. The 800Ws output gives photographers decisive main‑light performance even in harsh midday conditions. Whether shooting environmental portraits or commercial lifestyle work, the AD800 Pro provides enough headroom to shape light creatively outdoors.
Precision Power Control for Professional Workflows
The flash offers a 10‑stop power range (1/512–1/1) with 0.1‑stop increments, enabling extremely fine exposure control. This level of precision is ideal for:
- Product and still‑life photography
- Layered multi‑light setups
- Color‑critical commercial work
- Controlled highlight and shadow shaping
A 40W bi‑color modeling lamp adds flexibility for pre‑visualization and hybrid photo/video workflows.
Advanced Pro Modes: Freeze, Stable Color, HSS, Multi
The AD800 Pro includes several pro‑grade modes designed for action, color accuracy, and creative effects:
- Freeze Mode: Flash duration down to 1/35,710 s (t0.1) for razor‑sharp motion capture.
- Stable Color‑Temperature Mode: Color drift ≤ 100 K across the output range.
- HSS up to 1/8000s: Ideal for bright outdoor portraits.
- Multi Flash: Creative strobe effects and motion trails.
- First/Second Curtain Sync: Flexible timing for motion‑based storytelling.
Godox 2.4G Wireless System with X3Pro/X3 Support
The AD800 Pro integrates fully with the Godox 2.4G X wireless system, including one‑tap pairing with the new X3Pro and X3 transmitters. It also supports:
- Long‑range wireless control
- 3.5 mm PC sync input
- USB‑C support for external 433 MHz receivers
This makes the AD800 Pro adaptable for both modern wireless workflows and legacy triggering setups.
Flexible Power Options for Studio and Location
The flash supports multiple power solutions:
- Battery power — up to 300 full‑power pops
- AC26 adapter — direct AC operation for unlimited runtime
- UC‑46 fast charger — reduces charge time to ~1.5 hours
This flexibility makes the AD800 Pro suitable for both studio environments and remote outdoor locations.
Bowens Mount and a Deep Modifier Ecosystem
The AD800 Pro uses a native Bowens mount, giving photographers instant access to a massive ecosystem of softboxes, beauty dishes, reflectors, grids, and specialty modifiers. An optional H600P extension head adds even more versatility for boom setups and weight‑reduced configurations.
Key Specifications
- 800Ws output
- Up to 300 full‑power flashes per charge
- 0.01–1.5 s recycle time
- 10‑stop power range (1/512–1/1)
- 0.1‑stop increments
- Freeze Mode: t0.1 down to 1/35,710 s
- Stable Color Mode: drift ≤ 100 K
- 40W bi‑color modeling lamp
- Godox 2.4G wireless system
- Bowens mount
- HD color display
- 16 color group indicators
For full details, visit the official product page: Godox AD800 Pro – Official Page
Price and Availability
The new Godox AD800 Pro is officially priced at $999.00 and is now listed at major retailers. Early availability appears strong, and the unit is positioned as a mid‑tier powerhouse between the AD600 Pro and AD1200 Pro.
You can check current pricing and availability at B&H Photo using the link below:
Godox AD800 Pro – $999.00 at B&H Photo
Tip: At $999, the AD800 Pro offers a compelling balance of power, portability, and pro‑grade features — making it a strong choice for outdoor portrait, commercial, and action‑freezing workflows.
Final Thoughts
The Godox AD800 Pro arrives as a compelling new option for photographers who need more power than the AD600 Pro but prefer a lighter, more portable solution than the AD1200 Pro. With fast recycling, advanced pro modes, Bowens compatibility, and flexible power options, the AD800 Pro looks ready to become a go‑to tool for outdoor portraiture, commercial work, and high‑speed action photography.
We’ll continue tracking availability, pricing, and early user impressions as the AD800 Pro begins shipping worldwide.
