Adio Ash I always get asked where I’m from and many people first say America, Australia, South Africa, but never England 🇬🇧🙈 I’m originally from Wimbledon 🎾
got this light due to this video and im considering buying another because its compact, light is super soft, much better than other more expensive lights ive owned.
It's a fantastic light, I did however drop a video on it's successor the other day, the RB9, worth checking out, you can use and charge it at the same time, it has an app now, excellent light.
Well, that's really on your own risk, I'm sure it'll work, I'm guessing they just wrote that to insure themselves in case it overheats and causes a problem.
Glad someone pointed this out. These reviews are meaningless without saying how the camera is setup. If it’s iso100 and f4, it’s amazing but iso5000 and f1.4, not so much!
I just ordered two! I'm curious about two things. What is the battery life when using it at 100%? Can you power plug it and keep it at 100% as long as you like?
If I had to choose, I’d go with the successor to this light, the Weeylite RB9. It’s at a great price, it’s packed full of features and it’s been used and tested by me quite a lot. I made a video about it with links to it in the description. Hope that helps!
A Q T A II well this really depends on the style, the iso, f-stop, etc. I would’t use them to light a music video myself as they’re just too small sources. Like I said though, it really depends on your personal situation.
I just ordered 2. I was going to plug in a usb cables while I'm using it. I read that this is not possible. I know it will not charge the battery while using. Can I run it off the usb? Is there a solution?
Hi Michael, sorry for the late reply, yes, I'm afraid you're right, it isn't possible to power it off a powerbank or usb socket. As soon as you plug it in to a power source, it will automatically switch off, it's actually one of very few lights that do that. However, it's usually very rare that I find myself completely discharging the battery, so it's not something I notice as I mainly use it as an effects light. If you feel you need it as a light that is on for longer, I'd recommend returning them and buying something like the Aputure MC which has very similar functions plus a few more, and you can power it off a powerbank for as long as you like, the same goes for the Pilotfly Atomcube RX1, fantastic light which can also run off a powerbank. I hope that helps!
Thank you both. This is the information I was looking for before purchasing. I got ebay offers from a seller for $46 each thought was a good price for RGB but not being able to run it off external power source is a deal breaker for me. I’ll check the other reviews I subscribed for more awesome info. Thank you 😊
3:06 my understanding was you can power it on using a powerbank. Did you mean the light can keep on while connected? I just mine and is great but if I connected via usb to the wall or to a powerbank the light turns off.
No, I'm afraid not, sorry about that misunderstanding, you can use the power bank to charge it, but you can't use it at the same time, when attached it will turn off. It is a fantastic little light and I use it quite a lot, but yes, the charging time gets on my nerves, especially as some of the others can charge in an hour and also work when connected to a powerbank.
So I loved this light and more than loved the video quality. I'm currently revamping my set, and shopping for lighting. Can you please share a link to this light, not sure I found it in your kit link
Thank You! Well, this is a pretty cool pocket light, I have so many of them I don't add them all to my KIT, I'll make sure I do though. I've added a link to the description of this video. Thanks for dropping by 🔥
@@DayoSamuelMastery It's the Godox SL60W. I'd call it a budget Aputure 120D. It's okay, does what it's meant to, I use a large 120cm deep softbox on it. The remote is very useful, though it doesn't memorise what you did on the light, and visa versa, so that's a little annoying, apart from that, great budget light! I will make a review about it pretty soon as I've been using it for a while and I feel I know it pretty well know.
Thank You! Not really, no, but I should be getting the new version in the post this week, so I'll test it out and drop a review soon! That apparently has a great fire effect.
@@NicolasWaldvogel I literally just got it this morning, I'll test it out this week, check the battery, the charge, and basically use it to see how it works out and I'll drop a review soon.
Well, if I have to be honest, which I will be both lights pump out a really nice soft light, have very similar features, but the Pilotfly has a bit more kick to it, and has bluetooth options so you can control it, and not only that, connect a whole bunch of them together and either control them together or separately. The colour options and CCT options in the Pilotfly are also a lot more complex, as well as firmware updates through the app which really give it a ton of points. The Viltrox is lighter and smaller, but not by much.
Really? I've been using mine quite a lot since this video and it still works fine, mind you I've recently been using the RB9 a lot more, that's an update to this little guy.
Like an oven! The majority of these lights get pretty hot, it's not something to worry about, some get volcano hot and are uncomfortable to touch, especially the full metal body ones, it's just their way of getting rid of some of the heat.
@@PhillipSkraba i have the weelite and another one from amazon same price but it will go in protection mode, i might add some small holes for heat to dissipate
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this review is exactly what i needed to hear. the stop motion clips truly persuaded my purchase ;)
Levee I’m glad I could help out!
Most understandable British accent Ive ever heard in my life.
Adio Ash I always get asked where I’m from and many people first say America, Australia, South Africa, but never England 🇬🇧🙈 I’m originally from Wimbledon 🎾
@@PhillipSkraba as a person from Britain you sound like your from Australia but have some touches of German for some reason
Yep, get that a lot 😂
got this light due to this video and im considering buying another because its compact, light is super soft, much better than other more expensive lights ive owned.
It's a fantastic light, I did however drop a video on it's successor the other day, the RB9, worth checking out, you can use and charge it at the same time, it has an app now, excellent light.
This channel is going to rock in coming time.....
Thank You!! That makes me day, and hopefully you're right, that's what I'm working towards 🔥
How did you use it while charging, the instructions say you cannot? Thanks
Well, that's really on your own risk, I'm sure it'll work, I'm guessing they just wrote that to insure themselves in case it overheats and causes a problem.
Video is great, but stating the camera settings was extremely useful. Thanks!
Thank You, I really appreciate the feedback! Stay safe 🔥
Glad someone pointed this out. These reviews are meaningless without saying how the camera is setup. If it’s iso100 and f4, it’s amazing but iso5000 and f1.4, not so much!
I just ordered two! I'm curious about two things.
What is the battery life when using it at 100%?
Can you power plug it and keep it at 100% as long as you like?
No, it will not work while charging.
So simple! Thank you so much for this! Planning on getting this now! You are a star!!!
You’ll love it! It’s a great pocket light 🔥
thank you for the review. I was thinking about ANDOER RGB.. THOUGHTS??
If I had to choose, I’d go with the successor to this light, the Weeylite RB9. It’s at a great price, it’s packed full of features and it’s been used and tested by me quite a lot. I made a video about it with links to it in the description. Hope that helps!
thanks for the video. Im just wondering if I can use it to light a dark room with 2 of these and make a music video? Is it that powerfull?
A Q T A II well this really depends on the style, the iso, f-stop, etc. I would’t use them to light a music video myself as they’re just too small sources. Like I said though, it really depends on your personal situation.
You can buy 4 of them instead of buying expansive brand * 2. So the power is enough for 4ea.
You’re missing a huge opportunity to say “please subskraba”
Oh no! That is perfect! "make sure you subskraba" 😂 Fantastic!
Hahaha good one
Totally!!
Cute stop motion animation
I need to do more of that, it's just so time consuming sometimes I just don't have the spare minutes! Thank You!
Great review. Bought this based on your review alone.
Thank You! It's a great light I keep coming back to, you'll love it.
Damn man..loved the quality of this video
Thank You! That means a lot to me 🔥 I put a lot of work into my videos and it's great when someone notices 💥
You buyed this or not shamrat
I am from India
MAN! This is such a great and informative review. I both ordered the product and subscribed to you.
Check out there Instagram, they just dropped a new version RB9, I think it’s called.
@@PhillipSkraba oh, i will check that out then! thank you
Make sure you do, looks similar but with better tech.
I just ordered 2. I was going to plug in a usb cables while I'm using it. I read that this is not possible. I know it will not charge the battery while using. Can I run it off the usb? Is there a solution?
Hi Michael, sorry for the late reply, yes, I'm afraid you're right, it isn't possible to power it off a powerbank or usb socket. As soon as you plug it in to a power source, it will automatically switch off, it's actually one of very few lights that do that. However, it's usually very rare that I find myself completely discharging the battery, so it's not something I notice as I mainly use it as an effects light. If you feel you need it as a light that is on for longer, I'd recommend returning them and buying something like the Aputure MC which has very similar functions plus a few more, and you can power it off a powerbank for as long as you like, the same goes for the Pilotfly Atomcube RX1, fantastic light which can also run off a powerbank. I hope that helps!
Thank you both. This is the information I was looking for before purchasing. I got ebay offers from a seller for $46 each thought was a good price for RGB but not being able to run it off external power source is a deal breaker for me. I’ll check the other reviews I subscribed for more awesome info. Thank you 😊
Yeah! I’m using this as my background light, I think I need another one.😊
These are great as background lights! I love how lush the colours are and all the effects!
Phillip Skraba but I’d definitely love to have those RX1’s! They are a awesome!😱
thank you for this. subbed to your channel. this was really helpful because I just ordered this one too.
You're welcome! I'm really happy I could help out! Have fun with it!
@@PhillipSkraba respect bro
3:06 my understanding was you can power it on using a powerbank. Did you mean the light can keep on while connected? I just mine and is great but if I connected via usb to the wall or to a powerbank the light turns off.
No, I'm afraid not, sorry about that misunderstanding, you can use the power bank to charge it, but you can't use it at the same time, when attached it will turn off. It is a fantastic little light and I use it quite a lot, but yes, the charging time gets on my nerves, especially as some of the others can charge in an hour and also work when connected to a powerbank.
@@PhillipSkraba Which one works while connected?
Whats in your camera bag..??
Working on that one 🔥 Have a couple of films still to finish before I get that one completed. Thanks for the support!
Looking great, is it water resist, i mean can it survive Rain??
DUCzilla I’m afraid not, no. I wouldn’t trust it out in the rain. Check out Lumin8 or Aputure for waterproof lights.
@@PhillipSkraba thank you, i did not actually mean, for use in the Rain, but carriers not in a drybag trough the Rain, just a normal camera bag
@@DUCzillaMonster As long as the light doesn't get wet you'll be fine. Keep it dry, even if you have to use an Ikea see-through food bag.
@@PhillipSkraba yeah only a wet environment, no direct Rain drops
@@DUCzillaMonster That should be fine
So I loved this light and more than loved the video quality. I'm currently revamping my set, and shopping for lighting. Can you please share a link to this light, not sure I found it in your kit link
Thank You! Well, this is a pretty cool pocket light, I have so many of them I don't add them all to my KIT, I'll make sure I do though. I've added a link to the description of this video. Thanks for dropping by 🔥
@@PhillipSkraba you're welcome man.
@@PhillipSkraba before I go, what light are you using over your head that's remote controlled?
@@DayoSamuelMastery 🤜🏻🔥🤛🏻
@@DayoSamuelMastery It's the Godox SL60W. I'd call it a budget Aputure 120D. It's okay, does what it's meant to, I use a large 120cm deep softbox on it. The remote is very useful, though it doesn't memorise what you did on the light, and visa versa, so that's a little annoying, apart from that, great budget light! I will make a review about it pretty soon as I've been using it for a while and I feel I know it pretty well know.
Hi I want this to use it for long hour of youtube Gaming purpose will this work for long hour if connect it with a charger the whole time
If you’d like to run it from a power source I’d recommend going with the RB9, it’s a later version and can run off power banks or the wall.
Mine.. won't charge... It just blinks a yellow empty battery logo. 😔
i cant find anything about it online. help 😭
Oh no, that's not good. I haven't had that problem, I'd get in tough with Viltrox who own Weelite and see how they can help you.
What are your thought on this light vs the aputure one?
Well, the Aputure has the upper hand here, it has a bucket load more functions, magnets, controllable app and bluetooth mesh.
Great review! Is there a fireplace/candle effect?
Thank You! Not really, no, but I should be getting the new version in the post this week, so I'll test it out and drop a review soon! That apparently has a great fire effect.
@@PhillipSkraba ah shame but excellent they have it on the new ones. If you could give us an update that would be fantastic man!
@@NicolasWaldvogel I literally just got it this morning, I'll test it out this week, check the battery, the charge, and basically use it to see how it works out and I'll drop a review soon.
@@PhillipSkraba fabulous!
how does it compare to Pilotfly atomcube rx1?
Well, if I have to be honest, which I will be both lights pump out a really nice soft light, have very similar features, but the Pilotfly has a bit more kick to it, and has bluetooth options so you can control it, and not only that, connect a whole bunch of them together and either control them together or separately. The colour options and CCT options in the Pilotfly are also a lot more complex, as well as firmware updates through the app which really give it a ton of points. The Viltrox is lighter and smaller, but not by much.
Well since it won't run while charging, was considering this as a cheap key light alternative, not interested. Great video though!
Check out the two latest films I dropped, one of them, the RB9 is the update of this. Thank You!
Man what camera do you use?
I use a Sony a7iii and Sony a7Riii.
awesome video! thanks for the info!
You're welcome, happy to help 🔥
cool toy some great light effects
cheers mate 👍
Hi Frank! It’s actually one of the better ones out there. Thanks for dropping by 🔥
I'm having issues charging this light after 6 months use. It just cycles to half charge ... 😬
Really? I've been using mine quite a lot since this video and it still works fine, mind you I've recently been using the RB9 a lot more, that's an update to this little guy.
@@PhillipSkraba maybe I have to leave it on charge longer. Curiously, I can operate the light while it's charging.
Is the RB9 worth the upgrade?
You can use it whilst charging?? Yes, the RB9 is well worth the upgrade, it’s excellent!
is this light UV and Infra red capable please
Oh no, I'm afraid not, this is a RGB/HSI and bi-colour light.
Interesting content brother...
Thank You, stay safe out there!
I picked up one for $41 at Aliexpress
Jay Freeman fantastic! How are you liking it?
@@PhillipSkraba ... only just got it but it works great
Video is great, what about VIJIM VL120 Camera lights,and wanna invite you to test and make a video for us, If you also like us, please let me know!
Thanks guys! Send me an email, we can talk.
@@PhillipSkraba Please check your email.
@@angusshu456 Sure, will do.
does yours get hot
Like an oven! The majority of these lights get pretty hot, it's not something to worry about, some get volcano hot and are uncomfortable to touch, especially the full metal body ones, it's just their way of getting rid of some of the heat.
@@PhillipSkraba i have the weelite and another one from amazon same price but it will go in protection mode, i might add some small holes for heat to dissipate
@@JangLilBitofErrthang That might be a way to help the heat out, sure! Be careful not to drill through any important electrical boards!
@@PhillipSkraba one of the ones i have your able to take off the back, def make sure not to hit nothing
bought this one, but mine didnt turn off unless i plugin to usb c port. i think is some king of bug, fuck
Really? That is odd, I'd send it back for replacement or swap it out for the RB9.
@@PhillipSkraba let’s do it haha thank you bro
there is no blue ? useless.
No blue? I'm pretty sure there is, did I say there wasn't?? If I did I'm sure I'm wrong...
@@PhillipSkraba 6:29 goes blue + its RGB...