gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

For supplemental light on closeups, I’ve seen a small handheld rectangular LED being used but can’t find a source. What are your favorites?

Screamin Scott Loc: Marshfield Wi, Baltimore Md, now Dallas Ga

Lume cube ?

gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

The one I saw was about wallet size.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Do a search on B&H Photo and Best Buy Stores. Some can be hand held and/or attached to the camera. On top of the camera via the hot shoe. Or attached to the side of the camera, with an attachment. It has been about 3 years, since I've seen those rectangular LED lights. I'm guessing that is what you are looking for?

Rongnongno Loc: FL

Check the led lights used for camping. There are small and relatively powerful. Do not restrict yourself to 'photo gear' when it comes to lighting.

They are also much cheaper ($5.00).

rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA

Camping lights may not be color corrected for Photography, white light is not white light.

I have 2 of the Lume Cubes, which are outstanding when mounted on a cold shoe adapter or light stand. For color effects, I tape small pieces of gels over the LC and get nice results. Now that the Lume Cube 2 is out, discounts will probably be available for the original devices.

Rongnongno Loc: FL

It does not change my comment. WB from a single or identical light source(s) is/are easily corrected.

There is no point in spending $$$ when one does not have to.

Both samples were shot on a kitchen counter. Light source is from a window and the back.

Auto WB on PS CC.

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Back-lit image, slow speed

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Camping light LED, 1/160 5.6 1250

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Stardust Loc: Central Illinois

Amazon has wide selection in the $15-35 range. I bought this one in January and love the control it gives me in brightness & temperature. If too large they have them down to deck of card sizes, just search.

RALENO Led Video Light, Panel... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FL2ZFFS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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One suggestion is the "Boling BL-P1 Pocket LED RGB Video Light". It is very versatile, has easy controls, and a very nice, adaptable, attached mounting bracket. It produces white light across the spectrum as well as RGB light. Both saturation and brightness are independently controllable. Ships with a case. The case does not hold the USB cable or hotshoe attachment. The unit has some included special effects capability that are nice but will only be used for video. Great light for the price. (I have nothing to do with the company and no conflicts of interest. I just like the light.)

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

Wow! Looks pretty nice!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUiMoi5WKhM

Blair Shaw Jr Loc: Dunnellon,Florida

[quote=eardoc]One suggestion is the "Boling BL-P1 Pocket LED RGB Video Light". It is very versatile, has easy controls, and a very nice, adaptable, attached mounting bracket. It produces white light across the spectrum as well as RGB light. Both saturation and brightness are independently controllable. Ships with a case. The case does not hold the USB cable or hotshoe attachment. The unit has some included special effects capability that are nice but will only be used for video. Great light for the price. (I have nothing to do with the company and no conflicts of interest. I just like the light.)[/qu

I am fascinated with the various types and sizes of these LED light options. There are several UTube videos on the subject and they are capable of producing decent effects for a small price. Some are battery powered while others are rechargeable but they are so small , light , and portable that they are great for impromptu work in travel size option for anyone with space & weight restrictions.

Of course they will never replace a good professional strobe or studio flood w/accessories but they should work well with a speed lite or two and are perfect for video work on a budget .
It's worth a look to see if you can fit one into your tool box. I am currently considering purchasing one for my camera bag. Good luck all.

larryepage Loc: North Texas area

I have and use a DOFtec Z96-K light kit that I ordered from B&H a little over a year ago to use for light painting. It has 96 LEDs and is about the size of a 3x5 inch index card. Comes with a mounting arrangement that allows use on a standard light stand or hot shoe/accessory shoe and provides for pan and tilt adjustments. Multiple units can be interlocked together if you need more light, and intensity is adjustable.

It is powered by a standard Sony battery , and comes with a good charger. Native color temperature is 5000K, and the Color Rendering Index is claimed to be 90, which is not perfect, but is not bad. Magnetically attached filters are included for 4000K and 3200K. It comes in a padded case to keep all the pieces together.

As I remember, the price was somewhere around $130. It was offered to me as a substitute for the model I originally ordered, which seemed to be identical, but was sold under a different brand . I've been very happy with it.

These LED matrices are available in all sizes and capabilities. Some have electronic color control. Some are capable of producing a lot of light. Mine does what I need. Perhaps one like it or similar to it would work for you.

I do suggest that you get a system that supports rechargeable batteries and that you get a spare battery. The LEDs use quite a bit of power.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

This is the one I am looking at - will pull the trigger soon - but you do need to buy the required batteries and charger separately. - https://www.ebay.com/itm/YONGNUO-YN320-LED-Light-3200-5500K-PRO-wireless-control-for-SLR-Canon-Nikon-USA/202170957128?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372 .....
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