1. I could listen to you talk about anything, so make more. 2. I just broke my last two Torch LED 😭 3. Your interlude references date you but I appreciate them.
Yess!! Just got the reflex! We travel for almost every wedding so this is perfect! Thank you for the info and discount code! And I will be signing up for your lighting course when it comes out! I need to step up my lighting game!
I haven’t compared them. It seems like the a1 is a super powerful strobe and weak modeling light. And the Stella is a nice strobe and an insane constant light.
The amaran isn't nearly as bright, and there is no fresnel option to use it as a spotlight. Same applies with the smallrig, i'd have to assume, though I haven't tried it. For a more budget friendly option between the ones we mentioned, the 60x is definitely the way to go.
Thanks very much for the video! Very interested in the CLx10 and Aputure 60x lights. There's a review on News Shooter on the CLx10 lights. In fact, it's quite possible that you originally heard about the Switronix Torch Bolts from News Shooter (they did a review on these lights as well, and I'm not sure there are many reviews out there). Matt's conclusions: -- He likes: versatility and high output. -- He doesn't like: cost, fan noise, and heat. Also had issues with the fresnel attachment. Heat is an interesting one, and would be the biggest worry for me, so I'd be keen to hear your thoughts! Like, if it's midnight, and B&G have gone home, and I'm trying to pack up fast, and the venue staff are giving me dirty looks, do I need to wait another 30 minutes for the lights to cool? Plus, is there any danger of guests accidentally burning themselves on the lights? One thing I think you mentioned -- that the CLx10 doesn't have a wide beam? One application I use lights for is in the morning, at bride prep, if I hang a dress against a window and want to reduce contrast compared with the outside. If it's a small bedroom, would the CLx10 lights be impractical, and only end up lighting part of the dress? I mean, are they basically only photoshoot and speech lights, when you have a bit of space? One more random thought -- the Aputure light does seem to be "softer" at 10:33. Like, the fact that it's physically bigger means the shadows aren't as harsh as the CLx10 lights, right? So, maybe they give a nicer quality of light, even if the trade-off is they take up more space, they take more time to set up, etc, etc.
I never used such lights yet, so my question could seems noobish but, the light sprays much larger on your recommanded light than the Apurture. 1. Is it only because of the modifier ? 2. Is it a good or bad thing ? (is it pratical to have more space illumintated ? Does it ruin the mood of the event, etc...) ? PS : from where I am, there are not much toast reception, so it would rather be for the cake cutting and dance floor. Thx for you enlightment xD
The fresnel on the clx is 25 degrees. I think it’s up to 12 on the aperture. I think it’s nicer to have a tighter spot option for toasts and wider for dances.
@Adam Grumbo - Destination Wedding Filmmaker I'm a stills photographer, so I don't think it's gonna get there How long did you run it before it happened?
Awesome video! With all the lighting that has been coming out especially the flagship ones from Zhiyun, any plans on making a 2023 edition of this video?
Well. I’m about to get 2 of each. Thanks Grumbo!! Had trouble finding your mini course. Link just takes me to a contact form for your 2022 mentoring which I’m also interested in.
@@wildwedding You’re asking the wrong guy! I’ll end up with a PS5 when they are in garage sales and no longer work. I did just pick up this cool Nintendo Wii the other day.
I'm currently using the Aputure lights, but mainly for shoots where I can drive up to the venue and have time to unpack. I do take them on plane trips (and pay for the extra bag of luggage) when the job is an interview. I'll use them with the softbox modifier. When the job is a wedding, I use the Torchbolt lights (probably been using them for over ten years now), or a Rotolight Neo. The Stella Pro CLx10 lights look awesome, particularly in terms of convenience and fast setup, and particularly for plane travel, like you say. The thing that scares me is battery life (and I also have questions about beam spread). Google tells me that, at maximum output, the CLx10 runs for 45 minutes. But if you whack a Sony battery on the old Torchbolt lights, those things go for 4 hours at max output. So, I guess it depends what sort of reception you're shooting. If you have to continuously record hours of performances or games, for example, then the CLx10 doesn't work. But if you only need to turn on lighting for speeches and first dance, then, yep, they're hard to beat. From that perspective, the Reflex could be a better general option? Since you can USB-power it as long as you like (and it also takes up less bag space). But, on the negative side, it's a harder, less flattering source that might also be less flexible in terms of modifiers like soft boxes? Maybe the conclusion is that there's no perfect light, just like there's no perfect camera. You've just got to spend a ton on a bunch of lights, and pick the right one for each job...
@@wildwedding Well I'm about to purchase one so I don't have hands on experience with one yet. I don't think it'll throw as far as a Stella Reflex, so I think I might get both. But with built RGB and FX, it seems like it might be an incredible light for weddings.
I almost bought an Aputure setup but was sold on the Stella Pro CLX10 by one of my favorite boudoir photographers. Glad to see i made the right choice!!!
So, the Elle Mannequin is a specialized studio prop and cannot be order from a vendor? Don't see a link for it. Would like to order one in a different style.
:D. been too long since I shared things I've learned, might as well share these lights while they're on sale. I suppose it's time to make an effort to make more content.
WHOA. did you find where you can get the batteries and tungsten filter? links are in the description. (i just got another reflex myself) might as well have a nice kit of those.
They do have a v-mount to barrel connector adapter on the site for the times when you want even more juice than the battery has and got can’t plug into the wall.
@@wildwedding ya that’ what they meant power adaptor lol, I’ll have to look into the vmount adaptor your talking about. I’m super new to lights in general and vmount batteries. What brand and capacity vmount battery would you recommend?
Man this is an awesome comparison, might have to jump on the stella reflex s. What type of powerbank can you use with the reflex s? Or is any bank good enough?
I swear to god I shot a wedding TODAY and I was taking about how badly I needed a spot light. I get home and this is the first video that pops up on my feed. You are a lifesaver man
Probably gonna go with the reflex s bc I’m doing weddings full time now and I’m starting to travel for them more often so the convenience and power of the reflex just makes it so worth it
Thank you for a review that actually shows the lights at work with distance and comparison. Best review period. Subscribing and following!!!
Anything I can better explain to be more helpful?
@@wildwedding Dude...you nailed it!!!!
1. I could listen to you talk about anything, so make more.
2. I just broke my last two Torch LED 😭
3. Your interlude references date you but I appreciate them.
I used to have three. I’m down to one. They have served me well. Across the world and back.
The references are VINTAGE ;-). They'll come back into style.
Yess!! Just got the reflex! We travel for almost every wedding so this is perfect! Thank you for the info and discount code! And I will be signing up for your lighting course when it comes out! I need to step up my lighting game!
Super handy for travel
Dude, you look just like Keanu Reeves! Nice comparision.
😜. People keep asking if I’m back.
I've been on the fence about getting a Stella Pro Reflex. I'm heavily invested in Profoto speed lights though. I've been intrigued with the Stella's.
I haven’t compared them. It seems like the a1 is a super powerful strobe and weak modeling light. And the Stella is a nice strobe and an insane constant light.
Super helpful video, thank you! Let's hang out some time.
That's a wonderful idea. Not during a flash flood. Name the day, we'll go get some food. :D
But Adam I have already spent so much money on gear this month. Don’t make me go and spend more to replace my practilites 😅😂
Me too. Meeeeeeee too
@@wildwedding hahah wondering if I could get anything out of my practilites 602s to replace them lol
@@trevormasterson1023 they’re supposed to be in the ocean by now
@@wildwedding Hey Adam after reading my comment the other day I threw them in the ocean and they aren't coming back ashore
@@trevormasterson1023 hahah, you've set them free.
would love to see this compared to the
Amaran COB 60x
Smallrig 120Bi
was about to purchased a Aputure 600x for fill light
The amaran isn't nearly as bright, and there is no fresnel option to use it as a spotlight. Same applies with the smallrig, i'd have to assume, though I haven't tried it. For a more budget friendly option between the ones we mentioned, the 60x is definitely the way to go.
Yeah. I’d love to check out those amaran myself. Would need the fresnel to use as a spot. Might grab one.
@@justinrothmedia I got two Fresnels for mine for 40$ each.
Thanks very much for the video! Very interested in the CLx10 and Aputure 60x lights.
There's a review on News Shooter on the CLx10 lights. In fact, it's quite possible that you originally heard about the Switronix Torch Bolts from News Shooter (they did a review on these lights as well, and I'm not sure there are many reviews out there).
Matt's conclusions:
-- He likes: versatility and high output.
-- He doesn't like: cost, fan noise, and heat. Also had issues with the fresnel attachment.
Heat is an interesting one, and would be the biggest worry for me, so I'd be keen to hear your thoughts! Like, if it's midnight, and B&G have gone home, and I'm trying to pack up fast, and the venue staff are giving me dirty looks, do I need to wait another 30 minutes for the lights to cool? Plus, is there any danger of guests accidentally burning themselves on the lights?
One thing I think you mentioned -- that the CLx10 doesn't have a wide beam? One application I use lights for is in the morning, at bride prep, if I hang a dress against a window and want to reduce contrast compared with the outside. If it's a small bedroom, would the CLx10 lights be impractical, and only end up lighting part of the dress? I mean, are they basically only photoshoot and speech lights, when you have a bit of space?
One more random thought -- the Aputure light does seem to be "softer" at 10:33. Like, the fact that it's physically bigger means the shadows aren't as harsh as the CLx10 lights, right? So, maybe they give a nicer quality of light, even if the trade-off is they take up more space, they take more time to set up, etc, etc.
Awesome vid Adam!!!
Haven’t had time to watch your space one yet. Just saw the teaser. Holy crap you’re good at this. Good god.
I love hanging out with Adam and his trusty sidekick, Justin, while I edit all day!
PS. I know a GREAT way to make some money using crypto.
I never used such lights yet, so my question could seems noobish but, the light sprays much larger on your recommanded light than the Apurture.
1. Is it only because of the modifier ?
2. Is it a good or bad thing ? (is it pratical to have more space illumintated ? Does it ruin the mood of the event, etc...) ?
PS : from where I am, there are not much toast reception, so it would rather be for the cake cutting and dance floor.
Thx for you enlightment xD
The fresnel on the clx is 25 degrees. I think it’s up to 12 on the aperture. I think it’s nicer to have a tighter spot option for toasts and wider for dances.
great video :)
thank you!
can you please put a link for that 30$ cto?
It’s the tiffen one. 55mm I think. Problem is if you run too hot the filter will crack. :-/. Not sure it’s the best choice right now.
@Adam Grumbo - Destination Wedding Filmmaker I'm a stills photographer, so I don't think it's gonna get there
How long did you run it before it happened?
@@יונתןהלפרין full powers for an hour. Yeah. Photography wouldn’t be a problem at all. Amazon has them
Watched this whole thing and I am I don't even shoot weddings!
Well maybe not sending things into space. Perhaps next. But seriously. That was the best pacing video I’ve ever seen impact make. Pure perfection.
Awesome video! With all the lighting that has been coming out especially the flagship ones from Zhiyun, any plans on making a 2023 edition of this video?
Yes. This week 😎
Well. I’m about to get 2 of each. Thanks Grumbo!! Had trouble finding your mini course. Link just takes me to a contact form for your 2022 mentoring which I’m also interested in.
Hang tight. About to finalize that.
Ok where did you get Elle? That’s a great subject!
Got Joel too. Now I have to play the game. Need a ps5 😩
@@wildwedding You’re asking the wrong guy! I’ll end up with a PS5 when they are in garage sales and no longer work. I did just pick up this cool Nintendo Wii the other day.
I’m going to carve out some game time during. Christmas. I guess.
I'm currently using the Aputure lights, but mainly for shoots where I can drive up to the venue and have time to unpack. I do take them on plane trips (and pay for the extra bag of luggage) when the job is an interview. I'll use them with the softbox modifier. When the job is a wedding, I use the Torchbolt lights (probably been using them for over ten years now), or a Rotolight Neo.
The Stella Pro CLx10 lights look awesome, particularly in terms of convenience and fast setup, and particularly for plane travel, like you say. The thing that scares me is battery life (and I also have questions about beam spread). Google tells me that, at maximum output, the CLx10 runs for 45 minutes. But if you whack a Sony battery on the old Torchbolt lights, those things go for 4 hours at max output.
So, I guess it depends what sort of reception you're shooting. If you have to continuously record hours of performances or games, for example, then the CLx10 doesn't work. But if you only need to turn on lighting for speeches and first dance, then, yep, they're hard to beat.
From that perspective, the Reflex could be a better general option? Since you can USB-power it as long as you like (and it also takes up less bag space). But, on the negative side, it's a harder, less flattering source that might also be less flexible in terms of modifiers like soft boxes?
Maybe the conclusion is that there's no perfect light, just like there's no perfect camera. You've just got to spend a ton on a bunch of lights, and pick the right one for each job...
You can still power these externally, if you get an adapter on the site. Stella Pro makes a D tap for it if you need even more power at high output.
@@wildwedding Thanks for the reply!
Have you tried the Rotolight Neo3?
I havne't. I'll have to check that one out. What do you like about it?
@@wildwedding Well I'm about to purchase one so I don't have hands on experience with one yet. I don't think it'll throw as far as a Stella Reflex, so I think I might get both. But with built RGB and FX, it seems like it might be an incredible light for weddings.
@@todddammit4628 I never thought about using RGB at a wedding, but Vu showed up and talked about it :D
This Videos has navigated right into my heart💘
I almost bought an Aputure setup but was sold on the Stella Pro CLX10 by one of my favorite boudoir photographers. Glad to see i made the right choice!!!
yeah Lou. I actually got them in 2019 I believe, haven't failed me once.
3x the price of the Aputure. Makes sense they're better.
Perfect sense 😍
Could you do a review of the CLX10?
oh man, i love the system a lot. Yeah, I need to do a video on it, regarding what I love and what i dislike. Been using them since 2019
So, the Elle Mannequin is a specialized studio prop and cannot be order from a vendor?
Don't see a link for it. Would like to order one in a different style.
What different style were you thinking?
@@wildwedding Something like a Blonde, older mid 30's mannequin, blue glass eyes to continue to get the reflection of the catch lights.
I have been looking for a video like this! Thank you!!!!
Lights are getting super fun.
Aww🙏 💕💓 so Cute
This is a fantastic review Adam! Fantastic work!
Informative, funny, thoughtful, everything you want in a review. Subscribed!
:D. been too long since I shared things I've learned, might as well share these lights while they're on sale. I suppose it's time to make an effort to make more content.
@@wildwedding seriously. I think this video demonstrates how you’ve now found your voice and style in this type of content. I love it!
lovely Pic
Add to cart, checkout and done! Had to get 2 reflex lights to go with the 2 CLX10's that I have
WHOA. did you find where you can get the batteries and tungsten filter? links are in the description. (i just got another reflex myself) might as well have a nice kit of those.
@@wildwedding haven't looked yet. I need to bend your ear again this week with more livestream questions. I'll be in touch. Thanks Adam
What would you recommend for external battery power to last a wedding day for the Stella CLx10?
They do have a v-mount to barrel connector adapter on the site for the times when you want even more juice than the battery has and got can’t plug into the wall.
@@wildwedding I believe so I just bought the kit that states it comes with external power supply
Well. It definitely comes with a power supply. Is they what you mean?
@@wildwedding ya that’ what they meant power adaptor lol, I’ll have to look into the vmount adaptor your talking about. I’m super new to lights in general and vmount batteries. What brand and capacity vmount battery would you recommend?
Hell yeah! I just ordered one! Thank you for this!! You the GOAT Adam!
Oh man, what did you end up snagging?
@@wildwedding Reflex S 😎
Some great insight into quality lighting
Expensive having to learn this. Influencers can’t be trusted.
Man this is an awesome comparison, might have to jump on the stella reflex s. What type of powerbank can you use with the reflex s? Or is any bank good enough?
You need 45w PD for 6000 lumens and 100w for 9000 lumens
Can you recommend a good 100w battery?
@@rposar I have the one I used listed in the description.
@@wildwedding I tried that very battery, but it wouldn’t power my StellaPro Relex. Maybe I hit a bad one. I’ll try again, because I love the size.
@@rposar you have to ensure the cable is also 100w. And only one of the usb-c ports is 100w
Thanks for sharing! 👍🏾
Thanks for watching
They are 40% off right now
50% off if you get a kit. Make sure you use the link in description.
excellent and elegant... waiting on next one📍
I guess I'll have to make specific videos on each one
I swear to god I shot a wedding TODAY and I was taking about how badly I needed a spot light. I get home and this is the first video that pops up on my feed. You are a lifesaver man
Which ones you thinking?
Probably gonna go with the reflex s bc I’m doing weddings full time now and I’m starting to travel for them more often so the convenience and power of the reflex just makes it so worth it
@@masonmarks5787 I think today or tomorrow the sale is still good. Let me know if you have questions on the accessories.
the light and motion stellas are awesome.
@@ared18t it’s true.
Decent
Some good options out there.