Zhiyun Molus G200 200W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review
- Marvin Kuhn
- Lab report , Lights
- April 12, 2025
Table of Contents
Zhiyun Molus G200 - Brief Technical Analysis
🔍 Key Specifications
| Parameter | 3200K | 5500K | 6500K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Lux) | 8,793.81 | 9,734.19 | 9,765.76 |
| CRI (Ra) | 97.60 | 97.50 | 97.20 |
| R9 (Red rendering) | 91 | 97 | 94 |
| TM-30 Rf/Rg | 95/101 | 94/102 | 93/100 |
| SSI | 82 | 73 | — |
| CCT Deviation (MK-1) | 4.52 | 2.25 | 1.57 |
| DUV | -0.0021 | -0.0018 | +0.0010 |
✅ Strengths
Exceptional Brightness Output → ~9,700 Lux at 5500K/6500K: Extremely high output for large studios or demanding setups. → Minimal brightness drop across CCTs (±5% variance): Reliable for consistent multi-light configurations.
Outstanding Color Accuracy → CRI (Ra) > 97 across all CCTs: Top-tier color fidelity for skin tones, fabrics, and critical hues. → R9 ≥ 91: Strong red rendering, particularly at 5500K (R9 97).
Balanced Spectral Performance at 3200K → SSI 82 at 3200K: Competent for warm lighting scenarios with natural spectral consistency.
Tight CCT Accuracy → Minimal deviations (e.g., 5500K → 5569K, MK-1: 2.25): Closer to target than many competitors.
⚠️ Weaknesses
Average SSI at 5500K → SSI 73 at daylight CCT: Falls short of premium spectral benchmarks, risking subtle color mismatches in mixed lighting.
DUV Variance at 6500K → +0.0010 DUV at 6500K: Slight risk of green/magenta tint in cooler temperatures.
Inconsistent R9 at 3200K → R9 91 at 3200K: Lower than 5500K/6500K, though still acceptable for most professional uses.
Build Quality Concern → The mounting strap for the power supply is poorly made and broke on my unit. It is not repairable.
📉 Practical Applications
Ideal For: → High-Output Studio Work: Brightness >9,000 Lux supports large sets or high-key lighting. → Commercial Photography/Video: Exceptional CRI/R9 ensures accurate product colors and skin tones. → Live Events: Stable output and TM-30 Rg ≥100 for natural-to-saturated color reproduction.
Limitations For: → Precision Spectral Work: SSI 73 at 5500K may struggle in scenarios requiring flawless spectral continuity. → Neutral Backgrounds at 6500K: Slight DUV shift could affect whites/greys in cooler temperatures.
📌 Conclusion
The Zhiyun Molus G200 is a high-output powerhouse designed for creators demanding brightness and color accuracy in studio, commercial, and event environments. Its CRI >97, strong R9, and minimal CCT deviations make it a standout for product shoots, interviews, and live setups. While the SSI 73 at 5500K and minor DUV shifts prevent it from being a “no-compromise” tool, its exceptional brightness and color fidelity solidify it as a top choice for professionals prioritizing performance over absolute perfection.
Data Overview
TM-30-18
TM-30 Multi Report
TM-30 Comparison
Multiple Measurements in Direct Comparison
Report selection by CCT
All loaded reports are sorted by CCT automatically. The slider snaps to the nearest report.
Color Vector Graphic
Reference and test as closed 16-bin curves.
Normalized Spectral Power Distribution
TM-30 Dashboard
Local shifts and radial visualization as in the standard report.
Local Chroma Shift (Rcs,hj)
Local Hue Shift (Rhs,hj)
Local Color Fidelity (Rf,hj)
Color Sample Fidelity (Rf,CESi)
Direct overview of all 99 CES samples with fidelity values.
Measure Comparisons
Additional comparison view analogous to the TM-30 reference representation.
Color Evaluation Samples
Highlighted skin-tone areas provide practical orientation for portrait colors. Click to zoom.
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