﻿Hi folks, we've been busy researching studio COB lights to help you figure out
what you need to make your best audio and video content and stay on budget.
Links to all the products in the review are in the description box below, where you'll find current
pricing for your region wherever possible. Now before I move on, we'd love to hear what
studio COB lights you're using right now and what you think of them. Let us know in the comments!
Let's get into it! Here are the top five best studio COB lights.
The fifth product on our list is the Godox SL-60W The Godox SL-60-watt light is a versatile
studio COB lighting unit that is well suited for video production.
It has a 5600K chip-on-board LED which ensures high brightness capacity and great color accuracy.
The dimming control lets you adjust it from ten to a hundred percent using the wireless remote.
If you’re concerned about stable lighting, the Godox SL-60 has your back with a 60-watt LED bead.
It offers high but stable illumination. The LED bead comes with a protective
cover for safe storage or transport. At the back of this COB light there
is a built-in LED monitor that lets you view the current channel, dimming setting,
and the temperature of the device. To combat overheating and dissipate
heat effectively, the Godox SL-60 has a dedicated fan and heatsink. The fan does not create loud
noises and won't disturb you while shooting or overshadow the ambient sounds while recording.
The Godox SL-60-watt light is designed to be compatible with Bowens S-mount light
modifiers and accessories, allowing you to customize it to your needs perfectly.
Moving this light around the set won't be a problem because of its light and compact design.
It is powered by an AC adaptor for continuous use. The Godox SL-60-watt light is perfect for people
who are looking for an affordable but versatile light source.
The fourth product on our list is the Sokani X60 The Sokani X60 is an 80 watt LED light with a
360-degree full-color adjustment. It has a small and compact design that lets you conveniently
transport it using its dedicated carrying bag. The temperature adjustment lets you choose
from super bright light to a warmer tone. The effects on this light are really fun and
can add a lot to your creativity. It comes with ten pre-programmed light features such as flash
mode, paparazzi, lightning and fireworks. The RGB lights are controlled through an
iOS or Android compatible app. While using the application, you can choose all sorts of colors
with varying shades, giving you the option of customizing your shot or video perfectly.
The Sokani X60 offers high brightness and stable illumination
with a wide dimming range of 1 to 100-percent. You can easily view your current settings using
the built-in LCD screen on the back of the device. The Sokani X60 is built to withstand use and comes
with a specially made metal protective cover for the LED bead. With a premium heatsink and
a built-in fan, overheating isn't an issue when working with these lights.
It comes equipped with a standard Bowens mount that fits a wide range of light modifier
accessories such as reflectors and softboxes. The Sokani X60 is an affordable studio COB light
that is perfect for creative photographers or videographers. The varied lighting options
are sure to inspire you to think out of the box to fully utilize this COB light.
The third product on our list is the Godox UL150. The Godox UL150 is a silent LED studio COB light.
It features an elaborate heat dissipation system that doesn't need a cooling fan. This
allows little to no audible sound coming from the Godox UL150. You no longer have to worry about the
placement of your lights and recording devices. This light has a powerful 5600K daylight-balanced
150W LED with a CRI rating of 96, allowing it to deliver natural and vibrant light.
The UL150 is operated using a separate control box that has an LCD screen to keep track of your
current settings. Using the controller, you can dim the lights from a range of 0 to 100-percent.
This light features a rotating yoke that lets you place the light very low on the ground and adjust
the angles with ease. It is compatible with a wide range of Bowens mount accessories so that you can
customize it to fit your needs perfectly. If you're working inside the studio,
the Godox UL150 can be powered using an AC adapter, or for on-location shoots,
it is compatible with a Sony V-mount battery. The light and portable design of the Godox UL150
makes it a perfect option for filmmakers, videographers or streamers.
The second product on our list is the Aputure 300d Mark II.
The Aputure 300D Mark II is a considerable upgrade from its predecessor the 300D.
It boasts 20-percent higher power and improvements in all areas based on user
feedback. It uses COB technology to produce 5500K color temperature
with a low energy consumption of just 350 watts. The CRI rating of the 300D Mark II is 96,
allowing it to render accurate colors. It features 8 pre-programmed light effects namely Paparazzi,
Spark, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Flash and Explosion.
The Aputure 300D Mark II is perfect for low-light environments or outside shoots.
Aside from a 1 to 100-percent dimming range, it also employs four different dimming curves
Linear, Logarithmic, Exponential and S-Curve. There are three ways to control this studio COB
light; by using the control wheel, the Aputure wireless remote that comes with an FX toggle
button or with the Sidus link Bluetooth app. The Aputure 300D Mark II can be powered using
two high-capacity V-Mount or Gold Mount batteries to produce maximum output,
or with a single battery for half the output. You can't go wrong with the Aputure 300D Mark II.
It's a studio COB light for filmmakers and photographers who are looking to
invest in a lasting device that can accommodate all your needs.
The first product on our list is the Aputure Lightstorm 120D Mark II.
The Aputure Lightstorm 120D Mark II boasts 25-percent more brightness than its predecessor.
It employs a COB fixture with a 5500K color temperature. At maximum output,
it only consumes 180-watts, making it both energy and cost-efficient.
This studio COB light comes equipped with a DMX512 capability which is the worldwide industry
standard for film and television studios. This feature maximizes its in-studio use.
Setting up lights can eat up time during shoots. The 120D Mark II has found a way around this issue
by using a single all-in-one power box. The durability of this box is on point,
made with aircraft-grade aluminium while still being lightweight.
The built-in yoke was redesigned to accommodate an expanded range of motion of up to 330 degrees.
This feature lets you angle your light to perfection and point it anywhere on set.
The 120D Mark II uses a built-in fan for heat dissipation without disrupting filming.
It produces only 18 decibels of sound at maximum output, which is similar to the
volume of a person breathing lightly. The body of the Aputure 120D Mark II
is also made out of aircraft-grade aluminium, making it durable but lightweight. Filmmakers
can appreciate the portability of this studio COB light that isn't a hassle to transport.
Whether you're shooting on location or in a studio, the flexible power
options of the 120D Mark II have your back with battery or AC adapter compatibility.
The Aputure Lightstorm 120D Mark II is an affordable but professional quality studio
COB lighting unit that can be tailored to fit your needs as a home content creator,
filmmaker, or photographer. It is a great option for all your lighting needs.
And there you have it folks, the five studio COB lights that got us excited this year.
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