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Simon Zimmer November 2nd, 2009 12:39 PM

Light for the HMC-150:
 
Hello,

What type of light are people using to mount on their HCM-150?

I would like to add one for interviews and indoor scenarios.

Thanks,

Simon

Jeff Kellam November 2nd, 2009 02:59 PM

The Zylight Z-90 is one of the top LED lights.

For indoor only use, there are lots of tungsten balanced lights that work well.

Gil Rainault November 2nd, 2009 03:08 PM

Torch LED. It works great and blows the lite panels away.

Mark L. Whalen November 2nd, 2009 04:24 PM

The Comer 1800 is a great LED light. The 900 is pretty good if you're looking for compact form, but it doesn't have a dimmer like the 1800. Both are a great value IMO.

Sherri Nestico November 2nd, 2009 05:40 PM

I second the vote for the Comer 1800. I used it on my HMC-40 during my cruise last week. It allowed me to get great shots in a dimly lit ballroom filled with nearly 300 Halloween-costumed revelers. The dimmer is invaluable too, for tweaking the light for fill or full illumination.

Simon Zimmer November 2nd, 2009 06:51 PM

Wow!

These are VERY expensive. I had no idea these miniature lights are so expensive.

Is there anything worth buying for under $100 dollars?

Thanks,

Simon

Simon Zimmer November 2nd, 2009 07:14 PM

Bescor Lights?
 
Are any of these lights from Bescor worth buying?

Amazon.com: bescor light

They are bit more in my budget range.

Thanks,

Simon

Gil Rainault November 2nd, 2009 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Simon Zimmer (Post 1441921)
Wow!

These are VERY expensive. I had no idea these miniature lights are so expensive.

Is there anything worth buying for under $100 dollars?

Thanks,

Simon

like i said torchled its about 250.00 and you dont need a battery pack.

Simon Zimmer November 2nd, 2009 08:18 PM

Okay,

I will check it out.

thanks,

Simon

Mark L. Whalen November 3rd, 2009 07:05 AM

Not trying to start an argument here Simon, but you spent roughly $3,200 on a camera to help you acquire better than average images. Why, then, go low budget on lighting that - at best - will provide suboptimal output and quality of light? My thought is do the best to help your camera do its best.

There are several good options between the budget lights and higher priced models. You'd be better served to save for one of the mid ranged lights than to 'spend and regret' on the less expensive ones.

Simon Zimmer November 3rd, 2009 07:32 AM

Hi Mark,

I agree with you but TELL that to my wife.

:)

The torchLED looks like a good compromise.

Simon

Mark L. Whalen November 3rd, 2009 07:37 AM

Understood. I'm in the same boat, Simon. My motto: " 'tis better to seek forgiveness than ask permission " ;-)

Colin Rowe November 3rd, 2009 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Simon Zimmer (Post 1442103)
Hi Mark,

I agree with you but TELL that to my wife.

:)

The torchLED looks like a good compromise.

Simon

By torch LED do you mean something like the Maglite 3W, in candle mode ? If so I would not bother. The output is nothing like as strong as the Litepanels Micro, which incidently is no great shakes either, IMO. I did however use my 2 Maglites at a marquee reception a couple of weeks ago. I placed them on the top table, in candle mode, for the speeches, they did a good job of lifting out any shadows, but as for using as a prime light, they just dont do it. Go for one of the Comers, good lights and very good value.

Jeff Kellam November 3rd, 2009 08:41 AM

Simon:

For an inexpensive first camera light, I would get an inexpensive tungsten light.

This Bescor light is good for the $60 price tag.
Bescor | KLK-36 Light Battery Kit | KLK36 | B&H Photo Video

I would stay away from any of the LED lights that are not 3200K tungsten balanced or switchable between 3200 & 5600K. Keep reading and researching on event lighting to determine how to achieve proper lighting and white/color balance.

The light forum on here is excellent.

Edit: The Bescor LED lights are total garbage, don't even think about it.

Paul Cascio November 3rd, 2009 10:51 AM

Best deal going and you can connect several together.

Amazon.com: Sima SL-20LX Ultra Bright Video Light (Silver): Camera & Photo


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