How to Choose a Godox AD400Pro Adapter: Bowens vs Broncolor
By Camera Clix | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: 操作指南
Pick the right mount adapter for your AD400Pro by matching your existing modifiers, checking the AD300Pro ring requirement, and weighing cost against lock style.
Quick answer
Choose the Bowens adapter if your softboxes, reflectors, or beauty dishes already use the Bowens S-type mount; choose the Broncolor adapter only if you own or plan to rent Broncolor-mount modifiers. Both fit the AD400Pro, and both require the AD-AB ring when used on an AD300Pro.
Why the mount decision comes before the adapter purchase
The adapter does not change how the AD400Pro fires or balances; it only changes which modifier mount the head accepts. That makes your existing modifier collection the deciding factor. If most of your softboxes and reflectors are Bowens S-type, the Bowens adapter keeps your current kit working without new purchases. If you already own Broncolor-mount beauty dishes or parabolic reflectors, the Broncolor adapter avoids duplicating gear you already have.
The two adapters also differ in how they attach modifiers. The Bowens adapter uses the familiar S-type fit, while the Broncolor adapter uses a bayonet-style fit with a secure screw-in lock. Neither is inherently better for every shooter; the right choice depends on which lock style you are comfortable using under pressure and which modifiers you already trust.
The AD300Pro exception and the AD-AB ring
Both adapters are optimized for the AD400Pro, but Godox lists compatibility with the AD300Pro only when the additional AD-AB ring is used. If you plan to share one adapter between an AD400Pro and an AD300Pro, budget for that ring and confirm it is available before you buy. Without the ring, the adapter will not mount correctly on the AD300Pro, so this is a checkpoint rather than an optional extra.
Cost versus lock style: an honest trade-off
The Bowens adapter is the lower-cost route and covers the most common studio modifier mount, which makes it the practical default for most AD400Pro owners. The Broncolor adapter costs more and makes sense mainly when Broncolor-mount modifiers are already part of your workflow. Paying more for the Broncolor adapter does not improve light quality by itself; it only buys compatibility with a different modifier ecosystem.
One limitation to note: the supplied catalog does not list weight tolerances or maximum modifier sizes for either adapter. If you routinely hang very large modifiers, check the adapter's fit and security with your specific modifier rather than assuming a published limit.
Step-by-step: choose and fit your AD400Pro adapter
- Inventory your existing modifiers: List every softbox, reflector, and beauty dish you plan to use with the AD400Pro and note its mount type. If the majority are Bowens S-type, choose the Bowens adapter; if they are Broncolor-mount, choose the Broncolor adapter. Count mounts, not brands—one odd modifier should not drive the whole purchase.
- Confirm whether an AD300Pro is in the mix: If you will use the adapter on an AD300Pro as well as the AD400Pro, add the AD-AB ring to your order. The adapter alone will not fit the AD300Pro. Check ring availability before checkout; a missing ring stops the whole setup.
- Match the lock style to your working pace: The Bowens adapter uses the familiar S-type fit, while the Broncolor adapter uses a bayonet fit with a screw-in lock. Handle both if you can, or choose the style you already use confidently on other heads. A lock you can secure quickly matters more than a spec sheet on a busy set.
- Test-fit the adapter before your first shoot: Mount the adapter on the AD400Pro, attach your heaviest planned modifier, and check that it seats fully and locks securely. Do this at home, not on location. If the fit feels vague, stop and recheck the mount type before forcing it.
- Recheck compatibility when renting or borrowing gear: Before renting a Broncolor or Bowens modifier, confirm its mount matches the adapter you bought. The adapter only solves the mount conversion, not every accessory interface. Keep a note of your adapter type in your kit bag so rentals stay compatible.
Adapter options at a glance
- GODOX AD400PRO BOWENS ADAPTER: Converts the AD400Pro proprietary mount to a standard Bowens S-type mount; AD300Pro use requires the additional AD-AB ring. Lets you keep using the Bowens softboxes, reflectors, and beauty dishes you likely already own.
GODOX AD400PRO BOWENS ADAPTER - GODOX AD400PRO BRONCOLOR ADAPTER: Broncolor-mount adapter with bayonet-style fit and secure screw-in lock; AD300Pro use also requires the AD-AB ring. Useful only if your modifier collection is Broncolor-mount, where the lock style may suit heavier studio gear.
GODOX AD400PRO BRONCOLOR ADAPTER
