• Powerful softlight without the need for diffusion - without the traditional shortcomings (multiple shadows, uncomfortable intensity) of conventional LED panels.
• The Factor light is ready to go for both photo and video right out of the box - no extra diffusion or accessories to add.
• AC adapter locks into V Lock battery mount, or attach optional V lock battery optional for totally wireless operation
• Draws a maximum of 55 watts, so can connect to any household electrical circuit. Durable all-metal construction, ready for studio and location work.
• Rear backlit LCD displays percentage of light output, color temperature, remaining battery level, and DMX channel information
• Optional Honeycomb Grid to concentrate light's beam angle to 90 degrees. Also available: Creative Masks for catchlight and reflective effects.
• Around $529

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• Beautiful ring light reflections
• Compact & lightweight
• TLCI up to 99, CRI up to 97
• Bright (2205lux at 1m)
• Absolute flicker-free
• $279 at https://www.adorama.com/fvr300sse.html

• High CRI (Ra96 manufacturer measurement)
• Color Temperature 5600K
• There is 1 LED COB (Chip On Board)
• Built in fan
• Barndoor can easily adjust the lighting direction
• AC Power Adapter included
• Dimming Knob can adjust the brightness according to users’ need.
• LCD Display Screen
• Filter Set includes Soft, Milky-White and Orange filters that can change the color temperature to match an existing setup or create a specific lighting look.
• Optional Bowens-Mount provides an easy way to mount a softbox and any other studio accessories

Comes with

• 1x 150w Boltzen Light
• 1x Removable Barndoors
• 1x Yoke
• 1x Power Adapter
• 1x Soft Filter
• 1x Milky-White Filter
• 1x Orange Filter
• 1x Carry Bag with Shoulder Belt

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Larger panel, CRI 98, two options

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Or would you recommend another light stand for Redhead?

If you have used Redheads before, please reply. Thank you for your advice!

PR

Sekonic is proud to announce their ground breaking L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter is now available for purchase.

As previewed at last year’s Photokina, the L-858D-U Speedmaster is the combination of Sekonic’s cutting-edge light measurement technology and 60 years of experience in the photographic and filmmaking industries. The meter has undergone significant design changes from previous models and has a feature set sure to meet and exceed the demands of today’s image-making professionals.

The First of Its Kind

The Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster is the first fully featured light meter to offer flash duration measurement from 1/40 to 1/55,500 sec. at t0.1 through t0.9, which can be changed in 0.1 steps. A long-held secret of some of the world’s most talented photographers, the key to freezing action consistently is found in being able to measure flash duration. Photographers are now able to do this easily for the first time, demystifying one of photography’s most challenging techniques.

Wireless Freedom

Having pioneered wireless exposure measurement, Sekonic has expanded upon this groundbreaking innovation by creating hot-swappable radio control modules for the L-858D-U Speedmaster. With the PocketWizard module, photographers can easily trigger any PocketWizard wirelessly and control the power of their lights with any Control TL compatible unit. With the combined Elinchrom & Phottix module, Phottix users have Strato II and Ares II triggering capabilities, while Elinchrom users have access to wireless triggering and Skyport’s full range of power-control capabilities.

"The Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster has all the touchscreen features I love about my L-478D, with the added benefit of replacing my old spot meter. Now I only have to carry one meter, and have gained a lot of speed and convenience while on set." Timur Civan, Director of Photography

A Low Light Monster

Increased ISO capabilities in today’s cameras have created a need for light meters to increase their ability to measure light in the dimmest of settings. With an additional 3-stops of light sensitivity for incident light, 2-stops of light sensitivity for reflected light (spot), and an ability to capture a reading down to 0.1 lx of illuminance, accurately metering candle-lit scenes or getting the right measurement for long-exposure night photography is now a possibility.

Master High Speed Sync

Like its name implies, the Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster is optimized for photographers looking to exceed the maximum sync speed of their camera. For the first time, a light meter can measure the stroboscopic pulses fired from strobes when they are used for High Speed Sync. Finally, photographers now have an accurate way of measuring their lights when they want to overpower the sun or achieve a very shallow depth of field through using HSS.

Multifaceted

The L-858D-U Speedmaster is an invaluable tool for image-makers of every kind. A HD Cine Mode for DSLRs and CINE Mode for Motion Picture Cameras gives filmmakers the ability to set the meter to collect the information relevant to the camera being utilized. Users can set frame rates from 1 to 1000 fps and choose to adjust either their shutter speed or change their shutter angle to acquire an accurate reading. Custom frame rates and shutter angles can also be set for an unprecedented amount of versatility. Now, a content creator can accurately measure their light regardless of the camera, or combination of cameras, they are using.

Pricing and Availability:

The Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster is now available for purchase at photographic retailers across the United States.

• Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster (Cat# 401-858) - $599
• RT-EL/PX Elinchrom & Phottix Transmitter Module (Cat# 401-626) - $159.95
• RT-20PW PocketWizard Transmitter Module (Cat# 401-627) - $159.95

Additional Features:

Full Information Spot Viewfinder

The 1-degree spot meter has a broad reading range from EV 1 to EV 24.4 for ambient light and measures flash down to an amazing f/2.0

Expanded Shutter Speed Range for Ambient Light
Measure ambient light for shutter speeds between 30 min. to 1/64,000s

Expanded Shutter Speed Range for Strobe
Measure strobes for shutter speeds between 30 min. to 1/16,000s

Extended ISO Range
Additional ISO range from ISO 3 to ISO 13,107,200, with ISO 850 for cinema cameras

Filter Compensation Mode
Photographers and filmmakers using high-density ND filters now have a filter factor of up to 12EV. Save up to 30 “favorites,” to instantly know what exposure compensation needs to be considered.

2.7” Color dot-matrix touch screen
Allows users to quickly and easily change settings and read important information Connectivity with MAC/PC DTS Software

Upgrade firmware, apply custom settings, and utilize exposure profiling
All-Weather Design

Dust-proof and Splash proof (JIS Standard Water Resistance Class 4, Splash-Proof Type) for continued reliability and durability on-set, in any location.

For a full list of specs and features please visit http://sekonic.com

The NanGuang CNB144 and CNLUX1600C panel lights feature an adjustable angle bracket so the light can be directed higher or lower than the angle of the lens.

Both the NanGuang CNB144 and CNLUX1600C offer a brightness of 1005 LM each at 100% brightness, as well as a stepless dimmer control. You can lock them together with other units of the same type to create a larger light panel.

The CNB144 weighs 225g and comes with a diffuser, as well as a pink filter and 3200K filter. Colour temperature is 5600K. The NanGuang CNB144 price tag is £89.94.

The NanGuang CNLUX1600C price tag is £119.94. This panel is bi-colour, with colour temperature steplessly adjustable from 3200K-5600K. Power output is 9.6W, comes with a supplied diffuser plus pink and blue filters.

Small Fresnel light

The front Fresnel lens can be adjusted via a side-mounted knob to give an angle of beam between 10 to 60 degrees. Another knob gives stepless control of the brightness from 0 to 100%.

The NanGuang CN8F can be mounted on the camera’s hotshoe or tripod. The lower section of the head has a locking knob that enables the user to adjust and direct the light upwards or downwards when in use.

Rotating frame on the front of the lens holds up to three filters of 65 x 70mm. Orange 3200k and blue 6500K filters are included in the kit, as well as a gelatine filter holder, barn doors and a padded carry case.

8 Watt single LED light gives 95 CRI, illumination of 560 LM and a colour temperature of 5600K. Weight is 550g without batteries. Dimensions: 200 x 160 x 85mm. The NanGuang CN8F price tag is £239.94.

Each LED light is battery powered and compatible with Sony NP-FH, NP-FM, NP-F series batteries, Panasonic CGR-D series batteries (adapter plate included), Ni-HM or AA batteries (battery magazine included). You can also power the lights with an AC 100-240V power adapter, it is optional.

Comes with 3200K - 5500K Dichroic Filter.

They do not have fresnel lens :-) Just fixed one.

Check our deals

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and

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• lightweight
• battery powered
• Remarkable quality of light
• draws 5A at 15V (About 75W)
• £175
• round catch-lights look natural

Issues

• Control operate in a non linear fashion

My Thoughts

I saw these at the Photography Show and thought they were really good value for money. I bought one on the spot! Having tested it I feel my instincts were right and that it is indeed a very useful light. I'm comparing them against 2 year old £3000 Kino Celeb 200s. This is not so much a comment on the quality of the Kinos, which was amazing at the time, but more an observation that LED Lighting just keeps getting better!

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The brand new light allows photographers and videographers to focus its powerful beam for fantastic precision, strong contrast and dramatic shadows. A simple twist focuses the PopSpot’s output from a 55° to 25° beam angle, and removable barn doors offer further control of the shape and direction of the light. We’ve even included a slot for a slide-in tungsten filter. It is available now on FotodioxPro.com in three configurations: the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel, the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel + Battery Module, and the PopSpot Focusable Fresnel 3-Light Kit with Rolling Carrying Case.

If you want small cheap (around $10-12) light to add touches to your main set it can work.

• US - https://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Astrolux-Battery-Waterproof-Keychain/dp/B01BV63K2G
• Intern - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Astrolux-A01-Waterproof-102LM-4-modes-AAA-Mini-Keychain-Nichia-219B-Led-light-lamp/32673204660.html

576 led lights

1024 led lights

New hits in low price range.
Adjustable color temperature (about 3200k-6000k), battery indicator.
Can be used with popular Sony batteries.
You can also assembly big light system from multiple lights.

Available at our deals - http://www.personal-view.com/deals/lights-fresnels-led-kits/small-led-panels#aputure-al-h198

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What's your opinion/recommendation?

I also wonder if anyone has used 800W Red Head Quartz Fresnel lights (for just £56, it seems to be a steel)

I understand that the LED is the new fashion and everyone is going after them. But which ones would you recommend in terms of good old fashioned fresnel lights? So far my requirements are Dimmer, Color temperature control, Barn doors and Fresnel lens. Should I look for other features when choosing? It would be awesome to have LED with Fresnel, but alas...

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Tri-stimulus & Spectral measurement in Emissive, Ambient, Reflective, Transmissive & Flash measurement modes. Display Refresh rate.

Chromaticity and Spectral graphic display.

Configurable readouts of any measurement combination.

Current measurement, reference measurement and White, Black, Red, Yellow, Green Cyan, Blue and Magenta Primary measurement registers. CIE XYZ based tri-stimulus colorspaces: XYZ, Yxy, Yu'v', Lab*, LChab, Luv, LCh*uv & DIN99 Lab. Component differences between the Reference and the Measurement CIE XYZ based tri-stimulus colorspaces. Delta E between Reference and the Measurement: CIE Delta E 76, CIE Delta E 94,CIE Delta E 94 Textile, IE Delta E 2000, CMC Delta E 2:1, CMC Delta E 1:1, DIN99 Delta E. Density: Visual Density, Status A Density, Status M Density, Status T Density, Status E (DIN) Density, ISO Type 1 & 2 Density. Photography specific: Incident illuminance, reflected luminance, flash measurement, Exposure Value (EV), Interactive Exposure Calculator. Color Temperature, Delta Color Temperature, Black Body or Daylight, Correlated or DE2000, Kelvin or Mired. Configurable RGB colorspace including BT.709, BT.2020, DCI-P3, custom, BT.1886, Delta RGB, RGB or CMY Adjustment Direction. Color Rendering Index (CIE 1995 Ra + R9), Television Lighting Consistency Index (EBU TLCI-2012 Qa) Visual Contrast ARPANSA UV Exposure Web RGB, Visual Compare Swatches, Named Color, Named Color Visual Swatch, with installable CxF or ICC Palettes. Save and Restore ColorMeter and Instrument configurations.

Instruments supported: JETI specbos: 1211 & 1201 Image Engineering EX1 Klein: K1, K8, K10, K10-A X-Rite: DTP20, DTP94, ColorMunki Design or Photo, ColorMunki Create or Smile, Eye-One Display Pro, ColorMunki Display, OEM i1d3 instruments, Eye-One Pro2 Gretag-Macbeth: Eye-One Pro, Eye-One Monitor, Eye-One Display 1 or 2 or LT, HP DreamColor or APS, CalMAN X2, Huey Sequel Imaging: MonacoOPTIX Lacie Blue Eye DataColor: Spyder 2, Spyder 3, Spyder 4 & Spyder 5 SwatchMate Cube, with improved color accuracy. Video Test Pattern Generator (TPG) Capability: By making use of a ChromeCast, ColorMeter can act as an HDMI Video Test Patch and Test Card source. While the ChromeCast is not a bit perfect TPG, the use of dithering makes it accurate to within perceptual limits. It can be used to display one of six standard Test Cards, covering Display geometry, Probe locations, Low clipping, High clipping, Neutrals and Color ramps. It can also be used to display a test patch color that matches the reference RGB value Readout, which combined with continuous measurement mode and Delta E and RGB adjustment Readouts, gives color by color Video calibration capability. System Requirements: USB On The Go (OTG) capable Android tablet or phone.
Recommended screen size of 94 mm (3.7 inches) or greater. Android V4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later. USB OTG adapter lead. BlueTooth LE for connecting with SwatchMate Cube via Bluetooth.

The exact capabilities depend on the type of instrument you are using.

Current price looks like $99 so not cheep, but much cheeper than buying custom iPhone light meter, or dedicated light meter. Also you may already own the hardware for other calibration purposes!