Lights, camera, action! Westcott has just released their brand-new Solix LED light, and it’s perfect for any filmmaker who needs a powerhouse light on the go. With magnetic barn doors that make it easily customizable, this light is a welcome addition to the list of “lights we might buy this year.”
One of the key features of the Solix LED light is the speed ring that rotates a full 360 degrees, allowing you to attach softboxes, umbrella mounts, or anything else you can fit. And with the ability to alter the power from 100-0 in no time, this light is perfect for shooters on the go.
The light has a CRI of about 96-97, and if you buy the kit, you’ll also get barn doors, a diffusion cap, a bag, and a stand. Here are the specs straight from Westcott: versatile daylight LED light for photographers and filmmakers, hassle-free design with magnetic mounting system and integrated speedring, impressive light quality with high color accuracy, dual-purpose dial controls power and dimming up to 2,125 lux at 1m, 3.4 lb monolight is compact, lightweight, and AC/DC operable, consistent flicker-free performance and quiet operation, and engineered to be compatible with most circular 8mm umbrella shafts.
The price is about $450, so you might have to crack open the ole piggy bank for this one. But with its impressive features and versatility, it’s definitely worth the investment. Lights, camera, Solix LED light, action!