Ed Conley

https://dedolightcalifornia.com/collections/dlh400-400w-hmi

https://k5600.com/products/joker-400w-jo-leko-kit

As JB mentioned you can try some regular household LED

or a Ring light kit  might work for you

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Dimmable-Lighting-Portrait-Shooting/dp/B0784SSRZS/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2IUHSHKAU2TI3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YxZACVePuI4fPU6rei1dVVPAGg4dEZn7LPeyF6Kn0giIatfpp1tOZv5wnbUfv-ol5v-4thQBUwnuSBQDUu-zzIrvDDRtFXHYOP8Oah9NiQsyRNluKZArGaJ6iUSsTuKEQmgsENZf_F1z-C10_1D5bn_NXKw3TkKcx9aIkvjDYQoWrNnF3x1AVO57lZvbT7fmSdv0bQ6l-2F9UwMV-qo5Jmjs1kbxbkr0ZRO1ZPSJjiY.Za3gF8hKjof3hNYeuF9OM-J6ZmBk5K57n7AbYMuWAhI&dib_tag=se&keywords=LED+ring+light+photo+lights&qid=1705438981&sprefix=led+ring+light+photo+lights%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-8

On 1/8/2024 at 5:41 PM, Barry Mitica said:

Interesting thread, as I’m in the same position as the OP.

The bi-color COBs (Amaran 60/100/200x S) seem to have much better SSI scores, especially at 5600K, so the color accuracy and skintones should be better, no? All the bi-color or RGBWW LED panel lights (or RGBWW COBs for that matter) I’ve looked at have SSI scores in the low-mid 70s at 5600k and low-mid 80s at 3200K. I’d love the versatility a RGBWW light has to offer, but not if the colors take a backseat, especially skintones. 

In terms of COBs with domes vs panels, I can see the benefits of both, which is why I can’t decide which way to go. 

I also like to keep things simple and versatile. It’s not easy to choose a set of 2-3 lights.

 

there is an Aputure group on FB that has lot's of info and examples of set ups.
Might be worth  look 

On 12/22/2023 at 3:59 AM, Travis Shannon said:

I ended up doing this gag on two separate shoots last week and both times we just on offed a bare aputure 1200d on the strobe setting. 

I  think he wants the lighting look of on camera flash/strobes not the actual fx of strobe/flash.

What are you using currently?

You don't need to tape the gel. Just use a spray bottle application and then you can Art department the distressed windows.

peel off the gels after the shoot.

here is an example using ND gel. 
 

Modern Studio Equipment sells bags separtely and when you order a rag it comes with a bag.

https://modernstudio.com/products/storage-bag-medium-black?_pos=11&_sid=acef8eb37&_ss=r
 

#4 White or Black sash cord 

From the linked article:
'If you’re a keen gardener, then you’ll probably want a PAR meter instead. They’re more expensive, but they specifically measure the wavelength of light needed for plants to photosynthesize."

the article is directed at Grow operations ?

On 7/17/2023 at 1:43 PM, Tim Tyler said:

I've powered the Aputure 600D with a $130 190ah V-mount from Amazon and it worked fine. Don't recall if the light was at 100%.

You're right though. For a long interview at max brightness you'll need to have serious battery power.

Yes, V Mount batteries work but...
Aputure 600 series requires 2 14v batteries just to get 1/2 Power.

at 600 watts , can't see V Mount batteries being that useful though.

240/300wh batteries are $$$ and you'll get less than an hour of run time.
same problem Aputure has on their lights even though they accept V Mount batteries.



 

bring it over to our shop in North Hollywood- we can figure out something. No charge.
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21 hours ago, Simon Osaji said:

Hey guys, still fairly new to lighting.
Lets say I have two 250s diffusion stitched or placed together will I lose the same stop of light and get the same light quality as a 216?
Or two lite grids to get full grid cloth? I assume two lite grids would be softer than a full grid. 

Doubling up on Diffusion will not make it Softer- 

 

use a 5k 240v lamp and then wire up a twistlock to match the generator.

https://www.bulbamerica.com/products/osram-54553-5000w-tungsten-halogen-64805-cp-85-t19-g38-mogul-bipost-240v-3200k?CAWELAID=120150920005559929&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0tKiBhC6ARIsAAOXutmSVGd3KTdng_O5NSeRyRpAqrgQY1P7ILwQXOEFwJXasiSOyOg45goaAtsjEALw_wcB

Try here.
http://galaxylightingrepair.com/?fbclid=IwAR1ppfuHp1c9YYNo-I_11XwEGHH5W3Q_JykKyBj5zYP5XLEHU2nvd6cYKZg

On 4/13/2023 at 3:41 PM, Steve Cutler said:

Think this one would work?

https://www.long-mcquade.com/232511/Pro-Audio---Recording/Signal-Processors/EcoFlow/DELTA-Portable-Power-Station.htm

That will work.

4 hours ago, Mark Dunn said:

What?

Tarpaulin is virtually opaque. It's not diffusion, it's a flag.

They come in white too- at least here in the US. I don't know the stop loss but they do diffuse the light quite nicely.

Unfortunately no examples but one shoot had a canopy set up with a white tarp and we just used it and shot under it. Been awhile so can't remember much about specs and such.

Rosenthal Group has the DEDO LED7s- if the LEdzilla doesnt work out. Not exactly the same but might work

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Try CFG, I reached out to them on the Ledzilla you mentioned. They said they have it , not sure which one though.

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Adam, those are all valid lighting points but the question really is, as Alex mentioned, will going "green" eliminate Tungsten?
 

No one is discussing getting rid of a light because LED is "better"

It seems as though germany is certainly is looking to eliminate power hungry Tungstens. It certainly is an interesting future.

It goes from the Power adapter to the battery unit- it is the DC connection>

If you re not using batteries you need to plug the DC connection from the AC Power adapter  into the battery Holder.

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https://filmdaft.com/how-many-watts-do-i-need-for-video-lighting/

Try this article

https://filmdaft.com/watts-lumens-and-lux-what-do-they-all-mean/

 

Hi Johanan,

it has been so long since we have sent out DP lights I don't recall. 

I'm sure the front diffusion on the softbox will contain the exploding bulb, if it happens.

When we were renting out the DP lights regularly I only experienced of one example of an exploding bulb in about 5 years.

The client did not tighten the stand riser knob, riser dropped and when it collapsed the shocked caused the bulb to explode.
Guess what they decided not to use? 
Exploded bulb pieces landed on a leather couch 

 

Or buy the Godox branded Spot Light

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1676527-REG/godox_vsa_26k_vsa_25_deg_spot_lens.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A6879&gclid=Cj0KCQiA8t2eBhDeARIsAAVEga1ywPsiiWMdtBv04ZiMSqw8lUp5ytMfci0nM6CpVjwv-lOrOPRLZr0aAvk8EALw_wcB