Nanlite FS 300 Review-Good Enough?
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2024
- Is the budget Nanlite FS300 good enough for professional use? Can it be your "everything light" or does the noise issue make it unusable-- in the real world? There's a of competition in the 300 realm now-- Aputure C300D, Godox SL300, just to name two (not to mention Nanlite's own Forza 300. Did Nanlite fall on it's own sword the the quest for the budget crown? Or is the cheapest 300 on the market a competitor for the most expensive? Real world tests, actual dB, and more....
Nanlite FS300 used in review of the sE8 (raw audio samples): bit.ly/3GJ14AP
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Normal price is $379, but B&H did put them on sale a few weeks back for $239 (which is when I bought mine). I don't know why that was possible for them.... This ain't an affiliate link-- feel free to buy it where ever you like!
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I'm hooked by your way of narrating and your objective criticism!
Thanks!
The bemol is that narration didnt go with some cutaways images
Nothing better than a well-researched product. Thank you
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
Thanks for this video, this light is definetly on my radar!
Great REview - thanks a lot!
Really good review brother! Excellent delivery and very helpful👏
Thank you man. You are very articulate and helpful.
The only review that matter, thank you
Impressive review. Thanks for the content!
Thanks! Appreciated.
You’re the best reviewer I’ve come across lately… wow, so much knowledge unpacked with such ease and clarity. You will one day have a million subscribers 🙏🏾💯 and well deserved 👏🏾
Excellent job brother! I've been using the fs 150 and I love it. If the 300 were bi color I'd hop on it easy!
Wow! Once again a poetic delivery of GOOD information on what may NORMALLY be a boring subject!
Thanks, man-- appreciated!
I’m so glad I’ve found your channel. Your content is excellent and this review was very helpful. Thank you.
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
I went through a few other lights of similar price range until I settled on this one. FS 300 has the best combination of quality light and build quality. I hated those angle adjustment knobs that does not hold my softbox properly. Good review!
This is a very good review!
Thank you for your detailed and insightful review. I just bought my FS300 Bi Color and was going through the same analysis of light that you discussed. I like the light on so many levels including the price. I was also a little taken back by the noise at first but can work around it or put in a new quieter fan. The quality for the money seems to be an outstanding value all things being considered.
My thoughts, too.
thank you, I was about to return mine that I just received 2 hours ago when I saw it without a case, but your explanation made me change my mind. thks
Yeah, there's always a trade-off with budget. I ended up buying a soft case on AliExpress for about $15. It's snug, has to go in sideways, and it can't hold the reflector, but at least it's a little easier to transport and feels more protected. This is the one I got (I think it was the Transverse Large size, though you should double check the dimensions): bit.ly/3w8CIht
@@hurricaneimagesmediathank you!
A M A Z I N G review!!! Best one I’ve ever seen! Kudos for you👏🏻
Many many thanks--
@@hurricaneimagesmedia Another question! How's the umbrella mount work in your opinion?
Love your setup and your attention to detail in the review. Great work man. I’ll say I own 2 of these lights, but only use them when filling big spaces with light and they’re a long distance from the mic/camera. For interviews I use a Godox VL300 as my key.
Thanks for the props! I initially got it for the same purpose as you-- to have a powerful light for backgrounds and things. When I turned on the FS300 for the first time I thought I was going to have to burn it in my review... it was so surprisingly loud. But then I took a chance and used it my mic review (of all things) and I was really surprised, picking my location pretty intentionally because the sE8 has pretty good rejection at 135 degrees. But my living room is tiny so everything is crammed up together, and I could barely hear anything. Is the Godox that much quieter? And do you prefer other things about the Godox?
@@hurricaneimagesmedia The Godox is almost silent You have to be right on top of it to hear anything. I also like the Godox app and the remote controls are pretty useful too.
Very nice review. You have a great speaking voice and the audio quality is great. You deserve more followers 👍🏻
Thanks! I'll have to get back to that mic (the sE8). For the last couple I've been using the XVIVE LV2, which is simpler and quicker, straight into camera... but not nearly as nice.
You are defining how reviews should be made. I LOVE it!
I appreciate how your approach is about, what makes sense. All reviews should be like this!
Thanks! Appreciated....
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
I just stumbled upon your video. You're by far one of the most enjoyable reviewers out there and the attention to details is amazing
Many thanks!
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for finding and watching my review. I'm still enjoying your light.
wow, really great video! great great atmosphere and information! it reminds me of courts, you are telling people all the facts, not the ones they'd like to hear. I think this might be my first video light. still deciding between fs150, fs300 and bi color versions of these two. according to my research, biggest advantage of fs150 is that the fan noise is actually way quiter.
Just picked up the FS-150B for my first light, it is definitely quiet but I tried out the FS-300B at B&H and didn't find it too loud, I'd say best bet is to try it out in person if you can. The 150B should do me pretty well for interior shoots and if I really need more output the 300B exists
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
Great Video, thanks!
Thoroughly enjoyed your review! I bought the Forza 300B for one job and sold it off. Settled for the FS300 and a 720B
The 720B must be lovely to work with-- all that power in bi-color. How's the fan noise?
Considering most people will use this type of light for product shots and background where the fan noise shouldn't be much of a factor I see it as a solid investment
I feel for photography it’s perfect. For video work if your not recording like studio product videos or films with no on location sound, again the light for the price is perfect. Only other alternatives are VL300 or Aperture
I would appreciate an English subtitle😀 thank you for the video!
Hi Sorina, The English subtitles should appear automatically on RUclips. If you click the CC button, it should have an option for English. I just tried it myself and it seems to be working. RUclips can be quirky, though. I've noticed that sometimes I need to reload the page for it to happen....
Great Review! Have you tried switching the fan with a quieter one like a Noctua NF-P12 or Bequiet BL064 Silent Wings etc?
I'm afraid I haven't. I did see a video of someone swapping out the fan (and who thought it helped), but of course there are some risks... from damaging the unit to creating a "new" rattle or vibration. The video didn't make it look too difficult, for those looking to make it just a little bit better.
My main complain is the fact that nobody said to me the fact that CSP is worst than COB when you try to use hard light and or try to flag the light or use anything small to get small shapes .......
I use this for product photos and with a lantern softbox for filming videos along side a goods sl60w, I don’t use sound so it’s not an issue, never notice it to be fair…. More annoying is my lens focussing 😅
You nailed it when you said about expensive v mount batteries and how long can they power up a 300w light. You mentioned there are cheaper options than v mount batteries. May I know what are they?
I'm realizing how many cheap V mount batteries have entered the market in the past 2 years (so perhaps this statement isn't as true as it used to be). But if you search for "AC power bank" you'll get tons of portable batteries with AC outlets-- and DC, and USB-- that start at $99. You can't attach them to a light/stand/rig the same way, and you need to make sure the output is equal to your needs. But if you don't mind your battery sitting on the floor by your light stand, they're a great option.
Splendid review. It was a pleasure to watch and it was very informative. Sad to hear that I can't use FS 300 as a key light.
Thanks! Yes, it's frustrating. If you work for yourself or are a one-man-band (I usually am), you plan accordingly for use as a key light. The talent isn't going to notice it (if you do, say corporate shoots); but other production team folks will look at you askance.
@@hurricaneimagesmedia I am a one-man-band too. I'm thinking of buying it anyways. At that price range is nearly impossible to find something as powerful as FS 300, so yeah, there should be some cons at this budget. Thank you one more time for the review!
The light no longer has a noise issue. The complaint was heard by Nanlite and corrected with a firmware update.
Nice to know, thanks!
I reckon if the noise issue is too much, changing out the fan to a high quality, low-noise one is an option. It does void the warranty though, but what your left with is an amazing budget light!
Thanks for this, needed a upgrade to my phot-r which is 100w and the price for 600w is just too much of a stretch for me.
What I needed was a light to help lift the ambient room tone, so I typically bounce my light of a ceiling or wall simply because I feel it gives me a more naturalistic light.
I'm OK with the sound noise so this 300 I'm hoping should give me a stop and 1/4 /to half more output which I will happily take!
I can then use the 100w still as a key since it's fighting less if the ambient is up... in theory lol.
Thank you
I think that's a great use of the FS300, and it should perform admirably.
👍🏾🙏🏾
FS200 is it worth getting to save a bit of $ ?
I haven't played with the FS200, but I did see a review (I believe from @newlayer) that said it wasn't a good upgrade from their 150... so I suspect there's a significant difference between it and the 300. He suggests the 150 or the 300.
@@hurricaneimagesmedia cheers for the response, I decided on FS200 yet knowing that. I bought 3 haha.
@@jeremydavis1267 Let me know what you think about them!
Liked subbed and commenting for the algo because this is quality 🫡
That's awesome, thanks!