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Godox ML100Bi 100W Bi-Color LED COB Light - Lab Test

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Godox ML100Bi - Technical Analysis

Anyone looking for a small bi-color COB light will quickly come across devices that sound almost too good to be true on paper. Compact, 100 watts, USB-C, V-mount, app control, and a flexible form factor for mobile use. The Godox ML100Bi is exactly that kind of product. But how much of that actually holds up in real-world use, and how clean does the light really behave when you look beyond marketing claims?

Best LED-Video Lights for Professionals & Content Creators | Guide 2026

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

LED video lights are everywhere - from budget creator lights to professional fixtures for broadcast, film production, and studio work. But which LED light actually fits your workflow? This is where things often get confusing: many fixtures advertise high CRI and TLCI values (90+), yet truly comparable and decision-ready quality data is often missing. We take a different approach: we test LED lights in real-world use and in the lab, measure core metrics such as TM-30, SSI, CCT, DUV, and lux, and combine results into a transparent score. This gives both content creators and professional users in broadcast, film, and commercial production a clear basis for choosing the right video light.

SmallRig RF-10C 10W Creator Light - Lab Test

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000

SmallRig RF-10C – Technical Analysis

🔍 Important Specifications (Measurements at 5500K)

Classification:
The SmallRig RF-10C is not a classic RGB light, but rather a compact projection flashlight.
Color generation is achieved through fixed LEDs (White, Yellow, Blue, Red) – this is Pseudo-RGB, not a full RGBWW system.

Nanlite FC-60B 60W Bi-Color Led COB Light - Lab Test

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Nanlite FC-60B – Technical Analysis

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	2'867.90	3'066.75	2'880.41
CRI (Ra)	95.50	96.60	97.30
R9 (Red rendering)	91	93	95
TM-30 Rf/Rg	94/103	94/103	94/101
SSI	80	72	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	13.46	4.80	5.57
DUV (Green tint)	-0.0060	-0.0025	+0.0011

✅ Strengths

Very good color accuracy for this output class
→ CRI (Ra) > 95 at every CCT, R9 always > 90: clean skin tones and stable red reproduction.
→ TM-30 Rg ≥ 101: slightly saturated but natural – well suited for corporate, interviews, and online content.

The Nanlite FC-120B Bi-Color LED Light Review: LED for Content Creators

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Review: Nanlite FC-120B – Compact, Flexible, Reliable?

Anyone who has ever searched for a reliable LED light for smaller productions or content creation knows: the options are huge, and not every light lives up to its promises. With the FC-120B, Nanlite brings a 120-watt Bi-Color COB light to the market – compact, lightweight, flexible. But how does it perform in everyday use?

Find the Perfect Video Light: How to Optimally Complement Your Existing Light Setup

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

If you want to expand your video or photo lighting setup, you know the problem: Which LED light really fits the existing lamps? This is where we come in! Using the SSI (Spectral Similarity Index), we have precisely calculated the spectral match of various light sources. This means we can say exactly how well two lights match in color and quality. For you, this means: You don’t just find any light, but exactly the LED that perfectly harmonizes with your setup. This way, you avoid unsightly color differences, save time searching, and achieve consistently professional results in your recordings.

Nanlite PavoTube ii 15x RGB Led Tube Light- Lab-Review

Sun, 04 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Nanlite Pavotube II 15X - Technical Evaluation

🔍 Key Specifications*

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	310.84	335.72	347.21
CRI (Ra)	96.30	97.10	97.40
R9 (Red rendering)	95	98	94
TM-30 Rf/Rg	94/101	94/101	95/102
SSI	84	72	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	2.42	7.45	7.88
DUV	+0.0014	+0.0018	+0.0016

✅ Strengths

Great Color Accuracy
→ CRI (Ra) > 96 + R9 ≥ 94 at all CCTs: R9 98 at 5500K rivals high-end lights.
→ TM-30 Rg ≥ 101: Natural-to-saturated colors ideal for skin tones/products.

Nanlite Forza 300B 300W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Standalone Technical Analysis: Nanlite Forza 300B

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	6453.85	7889.22	9064.46
CRI (Ra)	95.40	96.90	96.90
R9 (Red rendering)	91	93	92
TM-30 Rf/Rg	94/102	94/102	93/101
SSI	82	71	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	3.67	7.02	6.74
DUV	-0.0043	-0.0022	0.0007

🔎 Performance Analysis

💡 Output Performance

The Forza 300B delivers exceptionally high light output across all color temperatures, ranging from 6,454 Lux at 3200K to an impressive 9,064 Lux at 6500K. Output maintains remarkable consistency through dimming cycles, with 10% power delivering precisely 9.9% brightness - demonstrating near-perfect linear response. Though output consistency is shows a strong variance over the different color temperatures.

Nanlite Forza 720B 800W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Standalone Technical Analysis: Nanlite Forza 720B

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	17,996.80	21,198.71	20,811.76
CRI (Ra)	96.40	96.60	97.40
R9 (Red rendering)	97	91	95
TM-30 Rf / Rg	95 / 104	94 / 103	93 / 101
SSI	82	72	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	1.55	9.91	10.06
DUV	-0.0052	-0.0028	+0.0006

🔎 Performance Analysis

💡 Output Performance

The Forza 720B delivers extremely high light output across all colour temperatures, peaking at 21,199 Lux at 5500K. Output remains consistent across dimming levels, with 10% power producing approximately 10.2–10.5% brightness — demonstrating excellent, near-linear dimming behaviour. However, brightness varies by colour temperature, with 5500K output being about 6% higher than 6500K.

Ulanzi VL110 RGB Led Tube Light - Lab-Review

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Ulanzi VL110 – Brief Technical Analysis

🔍 Key Specs at a Glance

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	96.56	109.26	105.05
CRI (Ra)	91.90	87.00	87.70
R9 (Red rendering)	79	43	42
TM-30 Rf/Rg	94/107	91/107	90/105
SSI	79	70	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)(absolute)	+17.75	+0.33	+1.55
DUV (Green Tint)	-0.0120	-0.0139	-0.0116

✅ Strengths

Stable Brightness Output
→ Linear control (10% output ≈ 11–12% brightness)
→ Low standard deviation (≤ 6.47 Lux)

Nanlite FC-120B 120W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Nanlite FC-120B – Technical Evaluation

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	4,359.83	4,342.83	4,229.35
CRI (Ra)	95.70	97.20	97.00
R9 (Red rendering)	95	94	90
TM-30 Rf/Rg	94/102	94/102	93/100
SSI	80	73	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	18.47	4.61	8.92
DUV (Green Tint)	-0.0047	-0.0017	+0.0021

✅ Strengths

Professional-Grade Color Fidelity
→ CRI (Ra) > 95 and R9 ≥ 90: Excellent skin tone and red accuracy.
→ TM-30 Rg ≥ 100: Natural to slightly enhanced color gamut – great for product and corporate use.

Amaran 100x 100W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

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Godox TL60 RGB LED Tube light- Lab Review

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

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Nanlite Forza 60c 60W RGB Led COB Light- Lab Review

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

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Harlowe Avant Max 80W Bi-Color Led COB Light - Lab Review

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Harlowe Avant Max - Brief Technical Analysis

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	3200K	5500K	6500K
Brightness (Lux)	2,682.88	3,072.48	3,035.75
CRI (Ra)	96.80	98.20	97.60
R9 (Red rendering)	93	93	95
TM-30 Rf/Rg	95/101	96/102	95/100
SSI	84	74	—
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	3.29	12.15	8.03
DUV	+0.0016	+0.0044	+0.0073

✅ Strengths

Superior Color Fidelity → CRI (Ra) > 96 across all CCTs, peaking at 98.20 for 5500K: Exceptional accuracy for skin tones and critical hues. → R9 ≥ 93: Strong red rendering, ensuring vibrant and accurate reds.

Zhiyun Molus G200 200W Bi-Color Led COB Light- Lab-Review

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

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.

Godox VL150 150W LED COB Light - Lab Review

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Standalone Technical Analysis: Godox VL150

🔍 Key Specifications

Parameter	5600K
Illuminance (Lux)	5,048.62
CRI (Ra)	96.90
R9 (Red Rendering)	96.00
TM-30 Rf	95.27
SSI	70
CCT Deviation (MK-1)	6.63
DUV	-0.0017
CCT measured	5,616

🔎 Performance Analysis

💡 Output Performance

The VL150 delivers a solid illuminance of 5,049 lux at 5600K (with reflector, 100%). The dimming behavior is almost perfectly linear: 10% power results in 11.16% brightness – ideal for precise control. As the unit is designed exclusively for 5600K, the light output remains constant and free from CCT-related fluctuations.

Harlowe Avant Max Review - 80W Bi-Color LED COB Light

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

When looking for continuous lighting, you often come across boring, similar-looking lights. But not with Harlowe. They stand out with an elegant design reminiscent of vintage Hasselblad box cameras. With their latest series, Harlowe has focused more on portability, and I had the opportunity to take a closer look at the Avant Max model for you. I’ve tested whether this light can impress not only with its design but also with its performance.