Archive for the 'Lighting' Category

A Thin Pad of Light

Posted by gearjones on January 14th, 2008

The Rosco LitePad is a new twist on the LED light source. This 0.3 inch thick daylight balanced pad of could prove to be a helpful addition to your kit. Available in a variety of square and rectangle sizes from 3×3 to 12×12 inches, these thin, light weight sources can easily be tucked away into places the would be impractical for most other fixtures. I bet the tabletop photographers would love to have set of these on hand.http://rosco.com/us/video/litepad.asp

Low Cost Daylight

Posted by gearjones on January 6th, 2008

ALZO Video offers a variety of very low cost daylight light sources. The fixtures are built around the HMI HID bulb.Depending on the model you choose, the fixture is illuminated by 1-3 of these individually controled $75 HMI bulbs. The lights are not lensed, so control might be an issue. They seem to be best suited for use in a soft box, but you may find them useful for a bounce or even thru a window. With units ranging from $275 - $900, Alzo is worth a look.   http://www.alzovideo.com

Soft Light Made from Wood

Posted by gearjones on December 27th, 2007

 

The Woody light is a unique idea from gaffer Keith Morgan. This fixture, made from high quality oak, offers a great deal of flexibility. The unit consist of 4 medium base sockets (250w @) and a EGT lamp base that are controlled by individual switches and a single dimmer, all attached to the oak base.I’m not sure I get the advantage of the wood base but it seems like at versatile tool. http://www.woodylight.com/

VIDLED LED Light.

Posted by gearjones on December 20th, 2007

If you are looking for a low cost answer to the LitePanel, you may want to take a look at the VIDLED. It’s a bit small with fewer LEDs so expected it not to be as bright, but it is about half the price. The light are offered in three color temp; 3000k, 5600k, and 8000k.  http://vidled.com/

Light in any location

Posted by gearjones on December 14th, 2007

The Pelican 9450 Remote lighting System looks petty cool. It’s basically a Pelican 1510 case that houses a 1280 lumen LED light fixture and telescoping pole. The unit is powered by and internal rechargeable battery for up to 9 hours of light. Ideal for remote location shoots. http://pelican.com/lights_detail.php?recordID=9450

NiLA - Sustainable Light System

Posted by gearjones on December 8th, 2007

NiLA makes a very robust high output LED lighting system which could change the way we approach lighting. Maybe. http://www.nila.tv