from $239
Color: 1-Light Kit
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Designed for effective, customizable light, the CL100B Portable Bi-Color LED Monolight from GVM is a compact, one-light kit for live streaming, photo, and video setups. A tabletop tripod and softbox are included, allowing you to set up a pleasant, diffused lighting setup right out of the box. The light has a variable color temperature from 2700 to 6800K to blend in seamlessly in any ambient light situation or match other fixtures. It offers multiple options for more power flexibility, as well as various lighting effects and modes. The CL100B runs on AC power, but you can also run it on an optional NP-F battery. GVM packs essential accessories, such as a reflector and a power cable.
Pay attention to Color Temperature (Kelvins) to set the mood; warm light for living spaces, cool light for workspaces. Lumens dictate brightness, not watts. Available from $239.
LED lighting has drastically reduced the energy cost of illuminating homes. The main ownership cost is replacing burnt-out bulbs, though integrated LED fixtures require replacing the entire fixture upon failure. Smart bulbs incur a slightly higher upfront cost and use trace standby power.
Common Failure Modes
Traditional bulbs simply burn out. Modern LED bulbs usually fail at the driver (circuitry) before the light-emitting diodes die, causing flickering or dead bulbs. Integrated LED fixtures fail entirely and cannot be repaired, only replaced.
Pay attention to Color Temperature (Kelvins) to set the mood; warm light for living spaces, cool light for workspaces. Lumens dictate brightness, not watts. For permanent fixtures, decide if you want replaceable bulbs or an integrated LED (sleeker, but disposable).
Fixtures last decades. LED bulbs integrated into fixtures typically last 15-20 years.
The GVM CL100B Portable Bi-Color LED Monolight (1-Light Kit) is available at bhphoto, starting at $239.
LED lighting has drastically reduced the energy cost of illuminating homes. The main ownership cost is replacing burnt-out bulbs, though integrated LED fixtures require replacing the entire fixture upon failure. Smart bulbs incur a slightly higher upfront cost and use trace standby power.
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