The ELB 1200 Pro Head from Elinchrom is designed to be paired with the Elinchrom ELB 1200. It is one of three optional ELB 1200 heads; Pro, Hi-Sync, or Action. This Pro head is the best choice for universal uses. The optional Action Head offers a very fast flash duration and the optional Hi-Sync head is the best fit for Hi-Sync.

The Pro head provides a balance between performance and price. Though it offers a slower flash duration than the Action head, this makes it the perfect flash for general use. If you don't shoot action and only want to buy one flash head that can work with Hi-Sync to some degree and also create nice sharp portraits, then the Pro head is a good option. Please note that the Hi-Sync usage is limited and depends on the camera, larger Sensors and mirror mechanics may limit the max sync shutter speeds. If you want to shoot mainly at higher shutter speeds, then you will want to get the EL-Skyport Plus HS transmitter along with the Hi-Sync flash head.

The head features a robust lightweight aluminium housing and tilt head, the option to use 7 mm and 8 mm umbrellas, and a powerful 92 CRI daylight LED for both still and video use with full-sized Elinchrom accessories. The cooling fan can be switched to silent mode to further benefit video use, and a new short glass dome makes the head more compact and protects the flashtube and the LED.