Westcott Debuts Compact FJ100 Touchscreen Wireless Flash System

Westcott has expanded its FJ Wireless System with the launch of two compact wireless flashes: the FJ100 Touchscreen Strobe and FJ100 Touchscreen Speedlight. The new lights combine touchscreen controls, built-in wireless connectivity, and rechargeable batteries in a lightweight package designed for photographers working both in the studio and on location.

The FJ100 series is Westcott’s most compact wireless lighting system to date, offering professional flash features in portable bodies.

Compact Design With USB-C Rechargeable Battery

Both the FJ100 Touchscreen Strobe and Speedlight are powered by the new FJ Mini AC/DC battery, which charges via USB-C and is interchangeable across the FJ100 lineup. This shared battery system helps streamline workflow for photographers using multiple lights in the field.

Westcott rates the battery for up to 700 full-power flashes with the strobe and 575 full-power flashes with the speedlight. LED indicators on the battery provide a quick view of the remaining charge, making it easier to manage power during long shoots.

The strobe measures 157 × 127 × 79mm and weighs 700g, while the speedlight comes in at 191 × 76 × 76mm and weighs 600g. Both units are designed to remain highly portable, making them well-suited for on-location photography.

Professional Flash Features

Both lights deliver 100Ws of flash power with a 9-stop adjustable power range, giving photographers precise control over exposure. This range allows the FJ100 series to adapt to everything from subtle fill light to full-power studio setups.

The FJ100 series supports TTL metering, High-Speed Sync up to 1/8000 second, Freeze Sync, and Stroboscopic Mode, offering flexibility across a wide variety of shooting conditions. These features make the system suitable for both fast-paced action and controlled studio work.

Recycle times range from 0.01 to 1.6 seconds, and Westcott says the flashes can keep up with continuous shooting at up to 60 frames per second, while delivering as many as 100 consecutive full-power flashes. The flashes also feature automatic and manual zoom covering 24-200mm, helping match light spread to different lenses.

A built-in 2W LED modeling light is included on both models, with a color temperature of 6000K ±200K in CCT mode. The FJ100 series is also compatible with Westcott Twist Lock light modifiers, including umbrellas, softboxes, and other accessories.

Touchscreen Controls and Wireless Connectivity

The standout feature of the new FJ100 series is its integrated color LCD touchscreen, which allows photographers to adjust flash power, TTL settings, and wireless groups quickly. This replaces traditional button-heavy interfaces with a more streamlined control experience.

For wireless operation, the flashes support 31 wireless channels and 16 groups with a maximum operating range of 328 feet (100m). Color-coded LED indicators also help users identify groups more easily when working with complex multi-light setups.

Both units are fully compatible with the broader Westcott FJ Wireless System, including FJ strobes, speedlights, receivers, and wireless triggers. This ensures seamless integration for photographers already invested in the ecosystem.

Pricing and Availability

The Westcott FJ100 Touchscreen Strobe is priced at $259.90, while the FJ100 Touchscreen Speedlight retails for $369.90. Both models are now available for purchase from B&H Photo. 

The speedlight is available in Sony and Multi-Brand versions, with the latter supporting Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Panasonic, and OM System cameras. This broad compatibility makes the system accessible to a wide range of photographers.