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| Author: | mahjustin [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 3:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
I've compiled whatever information I can find on these two Vagabonds to compare relevant information. I hope this will be useful/helpful for everyone. Let me know if I need to add/correct anything on here: Weight Vagabond II : 18.6lbs Vagabond Mini : 3.5lbs Dimensions Vagabond II : 10.5" x 8.5" x 6" Vagabond Mini : 2.75" x 4.3" x 7.5" Price Vagabond II : $299.95 Vagabond Mini : $239.95 (should be cheaper if you factor in shipping costs (less weight)) Battery Vagabond II : Sealed Lead Acid, 144 Watt hours Vagabond Mini : LiCoxNiyMnzO2 Lithium battery, 130 Watt hours, no memory issues, no sulphating Features Vagabond II : One outlet, fast/slow switch, carrying bag/straps Vagabond Mini : USB port (charging iPOD/phone, etc), stand clamp, TWO AC outlets, fuel gauge, quick change battery, option for 120V or 240V output Performance Comparisons Data from manuals or whatever information is available to me Assuming Fast setting on Vagabond II Recycle times and number of shots are approximate, for comparison sake. 160Ws Vagabond II : 0.7 seconds recycle, 500-600 shots Vagabond Mini : 0.8 seconds recycle, 400-500 shots 320Ws Vagabond II : 1 second recycle, 500-600 shots Vagabond Mini : 1.5 seconds recycle, 400-500 shots 640Ws Vagabond II : 2 seconds recycle, 500-600 shots Vagabond Mini : 3 seconds recycle, 400-500 shots 1280Ws Vagabond II : 3.5 seconds recycle, 250-287 shots Vagabond Mini : 7 seconds recycle, 200-250 shots ------------------------------------- Overall the Vagabond Mini sounds awesome! The size, weight, better battery, and overall close performance to the Vagabond II makes this an instant purchase for me. I think I'll need to buy more than 1!! |
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| Author: | Technical Support [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 3:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Add to that a USB port (charging iPOD/phone, etc), stand clamp, two AC outlets, fuel guage, quick change battery, option for 120V or 240V output, and "fuel guage". No fast/slow switch, however. |
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| Author: | mahjustin [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 4:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Thanks for that! I have updated the information! |
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| Author: | Redback [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 6:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Awesome specs for the mini! I will be ordering two...to start with. :lol: |
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| Author: | Technical Support [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 8:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Just a point to clarify, the 120V/240V option is by way of two different models. One Vagabond mini cannot switch output voltage. Just to avoid any possible confusion. |
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| Author: | nelsonlai75 [ Sat Sep 11, 2010 1:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
what outlet will be shipped with the 240v version? i.e. will there be a local plug available for each country? |
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| Author: | Redback [ Sat Sep 11, 2010 6:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
nelsonlai75 wrote: what outlet will be shipped with the 240v version? i.e. will there be a local plug available for each country? From what I have read from Paul and he can correct me if I'm wrong, it will be the Australian plug. Reasons for this: * A one plug for all voltages will run the risk of people by mistake frying their light if they do not switch the mini Vag to the correct voltage. *The Australian plug design is the ideal size to fit the physical space available on the mini. *The plug is as universal as can be without specifically creating a plug outlet design for every country on the planet. (err...likely not very cost effective) All in all, with the Einsteins, CC and now the min Vag, I personally believe this is one heck of a system. Alphabug, if you read this, mate, I'd forget those Elinchrom's. |
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| Author: | nelsonlai75 [ Sat Sep 11, 2010 7:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Excellent, I am in Australia so will suit me perfect. :) Will go well with my 5 Einsteins. :) |
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| Author: | Technical Support [ Sat Sep 11, 2010 10:28 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Redback wrote: * A one plug for all voltages will run the risk of people by mistake frying their mini Vag if they do not switch it to the correct voltage. This primary reason is so that you dont fry a light. The Vagabond wouldnt be at risk from a wrong powered light, but the light very much is. The Vagabond will not be switchable voltage, it would be an either/or option. |
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| Author: | Redback [ Sat Sep 11, 2010 10:35 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Vagabond Mini vs Vagabond II |
Technical Support wrote: This primary reason is so that you dont fry a light. The Vagabond wouldnt be at risk from a wrong powered light, but the light very much is. The Vagabond will not be switchable voltage, it would be an either/or option. Woops! I did realise this. Too much mini Vag on the mind! lol I corrected the initial post to not confuse anyone else who reads it. |
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