"Life is an epic Adventure"Gerry Demieville, 'The Adventurer' & founder of Elinchrom
Gerry Demieville founds Elinchrom
After setting up an electrical business in Venezuela, Gerry Demieville returns to Switzerland to create the flash manufacturing company Elinca (now Elinchrom).
Introduction of the P1: the first portable flash unit
Elinchrom introduces its first portable flash unit at the renowned photography exhibition Photokina in Cologne, Germany.
Go for the next generation
The Cadet 500 replaces the P1
Offering extremely fast recycling times, the new Cadet 500 offers flash photographers unprecedented freedom to explore.
Launch of the Dia-Duplicator & Photo Repro Bench
Elinchrom innovates with the Dia-Duplicator & Photo Repro Bench, enabling photographers to copy unreplaceable images.
A change at the helm and game-changing innovations
Introduction of the first radio-controlled trigger system
Elinchrom introduces the first radio-controlled triggering system and unleashes the creative energy of photographers.
Elinchrom enters a new era
Malcolm D. Whittle, Elinchrom's leading distributor succeeds Gerry Demieville after his death.
Exploring new territory for creativity
Elinchrom goes asymmetric
Elinchrom develops Asymmetrical power packs to offer photographers precision lighting control.
More freedom, more control
Launch of the first battery-operated flash unit
Strong and robust, Elinchrom's Ranger RX battery pack was built like a tank.
The next big Adventure
50 years of lighting innovation
On the 26th January 2012, Elinchrom celebrates its 50th anniversary.
What's your next adventure?
Elinchrom introduces their first off-camera flash unit, the Elinchrom ONE.
Chris Whittle becomes CEO of Elinchrom
Elinchrom owner Malcolm D Whittle passes away on December 30th and his son Chris Whittle becomes CEO
Power & Speed
Elinchrom introduces the ELC Pro HD compact range and brings unrivaled power and recycling times to photographers in the studio.
Unprecedented Control
Elinchrom launches the Elinchrom Skyport Transmitter Hi-Sync (Elinchrom Pro Transmitter). Its Hi-Sync technology allows photographers to take control of all shutter speeds up to 1/8000 sec
The world’s most advanced battery-powered unit
The ELB 1200 succeeds the Ranger RX and is quickly adopted by the most demanding outdoor photographers. Elinchrom partners with Red Bull Photography to celebrate sports photography at its highest level
First TTL enabled unit
Elinchrom builds on its heritage and know-how in battery packs and speeds up photographers’ workflow with the ELB 500 TTL
Next Generation Elinchrom: Simon Whittle takes the Reigns
After five years of dedication and innovation, Chris Whittle hands over the business to his younger brother Simon. He brings a fresh open mind to rise to the challenges of the market. A whole new universe of exciting lighting adventures are in the pipeline
Elinchrom introduces the Elinchrom ONE
Elinchrom introduces their first off-camera flash unit, the Elinchrom ONE along with the launch of a brand new website. With this new move, Elinchrom wants to give all adventurous photographers, wherever their level and wherever they are in the world, easy access to Elinchrom’s expert guidance and top-quality lighting gear.
Elinchrom introduces the Elinchrom THREE
Elinchrom introduces Elinchrom THREE. Elinchrom THREE quickly became popular in many areas of photography.
Aifo Acquires Elinchrom
The Swedish distributor Aifo acquires Elinchrom. Following the acquisition, the main warehouse is relocated to Stockholm, marking a new chapter in the company’s development.
Elinchrom introduces the Transmitter Pro X
A next-generation on-camera remote with a touchscreen interface, designed for speed, clarity, and precision, giving photographers seamless control over complex lighting setups