I encourage anyone reading my comment to check the specs of the lights mentioned… Hard not to see that this video isn’t unbiased. If you’re going for a totally honest review, you should have at least compare a bi-color light with only bi-color lights…😅 The #1 benefit of a fixed 5600K LED is the output power, so of course it could be brighter. Also, you’re judging the light’s brightness with their reflector on and measuring just the hotspot… I understand this is useful for yourself, but for many, especially video, we rather want a bright even spread of light. 😅😅 100W is brighter in this case as expected according to the specs. Simple.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Brightness is the least of the issues mentioned in the video
@jimmystewartuk
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix if brightness was the least of the issues, why was it mentioned for nearly the entire video…? 😂 Clearly for your usage, What the ZHIYUN lights are designed for are not for you. But nonetheless, when being biased is spotted in a comparison review, hard to believe there’s any truth!
@honestnerd
Жыл бұрын
He's probably the least biased reviewer on youtube. 0 sponsorships, doesn't give a damn about what you do with your lights and/or money, just gives his honest opinion always. I own an Amaran 60D and was thinking of switching to the X100 due to portability, but thanks to this review I won't. If you don't like his reviews, don't watch them.
@jimmystewartuk
Жыл бұрын
@@honestnerd is he though… 😅 yes maybe he is being honest, don’t get me wrong but making a comparison and statement from using two lights that isn’t equal to began with and favouring the bowens mount simply because it’s the tradition just doesn’t make sense… For entry level lights, I’d rather it be about innovation & convenience. Then if it could also work with traditional mounting system (and it does), that’s a bonus. Best of both worlds 🙌🏼
@hecjvaldez
Жыл бұрын
@@honestnerd I did exactly that. I think portability is the main factor for these lights, and so far I really like that. Love the size and the tiny reflector, the Amaran was so big I never used it. Now all my lighting kit fits on a carry on bag (including my two Ulanzi stands). And I use the same usb-c cables, chargers and batteries I always carry for my tablet and electronics.
@lowerleftside
Жыл бұрын
I don’t think with a light pattern that drastically different with the included modifiers is a fair comparison in power. Take the modifiers off and see or place them both in identical modifiers. Of course a more focused modifier is going to be brighter on similarly powered lights.
@robinhilliermodernagents7432
Жыл бұрын
Brightness is Lumens and the power is measured in Watts….The lumens with a reflector added increases the brightness substantially. They key benefit to this light is its proficient cooling in such a tiny form factor and capacity to be battery operated. No offence but it is literally brighter in your demonstration when both are used without a reflector on the wall? I have both of these and the x100 with the battery is WAY more compact vs any of the others. It’s all about portability and they nailed it.
@ZonkedOutTCM
Жыл бұрын
Do you recommend the x100? Been considering buying it since I won a 30% off coupon. But the fire warnings all over the product kinda worry me, can it really start a fire?
@robinhilliermodernagents7432
Жыл бұрын
@@ZonkedOutTCM Me personally ? I have two other lights, an x200 and amaran COB. The x100 is just ridiculously small and incredibly powerful so that is my run and gun light. With the batter pack it really packs a portable punch that nothing I have can come close to. My amaran 60W is pretty compact with a Vmount but the x100 makes that look massive. Very happy to have that in my kit.
@ZonkedOutTCM
Жыл бұрын
@@robinhilliermodernagents7432 think i should get one? i like that its small and powerful, especially with the battery. need a light for self portaits and photos, i think this will be a good upgrade from ringlights, thats for sure hahaha
@wswess3998
Жыл бұрын
but... Amaran 3310 Lux at 1m X100 LED 3881 Lux at 1m
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
And where did you get those numbers? From someone who was given a free light from Zhiyun to review? I actually paid for mine and measured them out of the box with the included reflectors with my light meter.
@wswess3998
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix the specs from both stores. i dont think specs lie. well maybe yes, but from this brands no.
@kpx976
Жыл бұрын
@@wswess3998 the zhiyun is 3881lux@1m with the reflector. Amaran lux is close to that WITHOUT the reflector @1m. with the reflector its a x10 more.
@Elvis_Pond5
Жыл бұрын
Markus, They REALLY copied you this time even down to the name "Atomic City" The new movie "Astoroid City" staring Tom Hanks is so similar as to your movie concept of "Atomic City" This new movie is set in the 1950's-1960's part film part animation with science fiction aspects. This is to much of a coincidence ! PS. Don't forget to delete this comment so others won't know I told you about this 🤣
@AnthonyRodriguezz
Жыл бұрын
Anybody saying “finally an honest review!” Simply does not understand how videocentric lights work…. Sad to see others will inherit not acurate opinions 🤦🏽♂️
@AH-rf1pt
11 ай бұрын
thanks for clearing things up for us 🙄 enjoy dwelling in your snarkiness though
@MShirow
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this honest review Markus. Ive seen a few videos on these lights and a lot of people say how good and compact they are but don't discuss value or compare with other lights. I think thats a problem with some youtube reviewers they are so eager to show off the latest and greatest new gadget and the video ends up being more like a commercial than an actual review. So thank you for your honesty!
@ilijastjepic4251
Жыл бұрын
Those youtubers don't know it's called hidden promotion, and it's illegal.
@alexism4824
Жыл бұрын
it's not an honest review. He said that the light with the bowens adapter costs 400 dollars but in reality it cost 350 dollars including the adapter and the battery
@isasisdxjasidj
Жыл бұрын
@@alexism4824 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😂😅😅😅😅
@jimmystewartuk
Жыл бұрын
It baffles me that there are viewers seeing this review as honest when it is actually biased with comparisons that meant nothing due to the way it’s measured… 😢 A video light is so much more than just having a bright hotspot created by its reflector 🤣
@ilijastjepic4251
Жыл бұрын
@@jimmystewartuk It's all about color render which is awful for this garbage of light.
@immgs9199
Жыл бұрын
CMIIW , in my opinion. i'm not hyping one or another. you said that amaran has a reading to 16.5 and molus x100 has 11.5 . but the point is , the pattern you show earlier. the amaran has a really focused hotspot while molus x100 doesnt. and yes of course the reading will only "read" on the hot spot not the entire light pattern . but yes of course indeed the zihyun molus ecosystem is pretty expensive , the battery , the modifier . while the amaran can be powered by our most lovely battery NP-F. is that make sense?
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
correct.
@tylerstooksbury3050
Жыл бұрын
Markus - the 60d is not Bi-Color. The zhiyun lights are Bi-Color. A more accurate comparison should be the Amaran 60x. Bi-Color lights are inherently less powerful.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Like I said numerous times, my criteria is the BRIGHTEST smallest most portable lights possible. I don't care if they are daylight or bicolor- I am testing the BRIGHTEST offerings from every company, preferably with batteries that attach right to the light. Zhiyun does not have a dedicated daylight COB, so the brightest they have is bicolor. The 60D is brighter but not perfect. It's bigger, clunkier and I hate the mickey mouse battery solution on the side, which is why I gave them away kzitem.info/news/bejne/0X171YOjkmKooKA I also gave away all three of my Stella Reflexes ($600 apiece) which are MUCH smaller and lighter than the X100 and twice as bright because they also required a cord and external USB battery. So I am NOT biased. I also gave away my Colbor 60M and X100M kzitem.info/news/bejne/lG-Ys2p3b6ubfag because of the dangly cords. I don't hate Zhiyun, I have two Zhiyun X100's, one G60 and three M40s and I give my honest personal feedback on what bothers me about everything, no matter the company or product.
@discgolfcrew702
Жыл бұрын
Was waiting for this video, we all know Markus likes his little lights and he tells you like it is. Thanks for the honest review, everyone on KZitem is praising this thing like it's the greatest thing since sliced bread.
@alexism4824
Жыл бұрын
To be fair he should have compared with the Amaran 60x which has less light output because its bi-color and costs 200 dollars.
@Samiam-mu5ln
Жыл бұрын
That my friend is why I trust Markus and his reviews! He is a filmmaker who has experienced in Hollywood and not a content creator trying to make a small paycheck with their affiliate links through overhyped product reviews!!
@Elvis_Pond5
Жыл бұрын
Markus, They REALLY copied you this time even down to the name "Atomic City" The new movie "Astoroid City" staring Tom Hanks is so similar as to your movie concept of "Atomic City" This new movie is set in the 1950's-1960's part film part animation with science fiction aspects. This is to much of a coincidence ! PS. Don't forget to delete this comment so others won't know I told you about this 🤣
@divisionoflabor3070
Жыл бұрын
Markus you should design and sell a light. I am looking for good and small lights. Proprietary batteries are just awful.
@caseybachmeyer
Жыл бұрын
i think the x100 is the best because you have the possibility to put it on camera without beiing to heavy (with the usb c powerstation, which you put in your pocket).
@noahyv
Жыл бұрын
Wow what a terrible review with so much misinformation. Comparing center beam photometrics for lights with different reflectors and completely different beam angles is very amateur and misleading. And the guess about 100 meaning like a 100w bulb is obviously totally wrong. I was hoping to get some real information here but it all seems so shrouded in confusion about how to compare lights and only wanting specific battery options and very spotty reflectors it seems like this will confuse people more than educate them...
@tomeetjerry
Жыл бұрын
They're bi-color ,so the output will be half if you use only 5600k.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/1JWiq6J5jqZnfpg Yes. They shouldn't label power consumption numbers on the lights though. It should be a standardized light output number. They know consumers see "100" and think "oh it's brighter than the 60" Who cares what the power consumption is, people wanna know how bright the damn thing is. They're throwing apples and oranges in the same box.
@tomeetjerry
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPixTrue,but even leading companies like Aputure labeling their bi color product this way. RGB panels dims even more because they're already diffused, user can't tell the output lux from the watts advertised... That's why we love your channel, because you always show us your true thoughts and the way you like it or not.
@diegoeidelman
Жыл бұрын
Finally a honest description and review! Almost everybody talks about the power of Molus LEDs but tehy do not even read the specifications. The power declared by the manufacturer in specs is tricky because they name them by it's power consumption (100 and 60 watts). The Molus X100 is 3.881 lux at 1 meter and the Molus G60 is 2.428 lux without reflectors. Just you and Gerlad Undone measured the real output. Thank you Markus. We trust you! 👍👍
@DoubleMonoLR
Жыл бұрын
Indeed, and less light from more power is kind of exponential - less light output means need a higher powered model is needed which means even more wasted power. More wasted power = more heat(potentially a lot more), along with higher power supply/battery requirements &/or shorter battery life.
@noahyv
Жыл бұрын
Crazy that he only measured the output with reflectors when he also showed the reflectors have extremely different hotspots and beam angles... Seems like what he needs is a little 10w pinspot to beat all these lights. Is he only pointing battery powered lights directly at people's faces from far away and only shooting the faces? Seems like that's all he cares about. It's so misleading to say a 60w light is brighter because it has a much tighter beam angle or super tight hot spot...
@covetedpixel3238
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate your integrity and the extra effort you took to look after your viewers tremendously.
@markwiemels
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info Markus, I was sent one of the x100’s and was impressed with it, especially from a form factor perspective. I was surprised at the brightness difference between the x100 and the Amaran, was that bare bulb or with supplied reflectors? Bare bulb my x100 is brighter than any of my 60w lights, but they are all bi-color, and I don’t have an Amaran 60 to compare.
@alexism4824
Жыл бұрын
I have the molus x100 and the amaran 60d and the brightness at 5.600k is almost the same (without the reflector)
@hotshyt03
11 ай бұрын
@@alexism4824which do you think is a better purchase?
@hagopboghossian6841
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the helpful information
@EdKrisiak
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great review!!! I saw a few others reviews and I was not impress with Zhiyun Molus X100, G60 LED. You nailed all of the negatives. I am happy with the Colbors that you reviewed
@MileyonDisney
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your honest [unsponsored] review. The Amaran looks pretty interesting.
@alinthemind
Жыл бұрын
What are you thoughts about the Zhiyun 40W LED Video Light?
@yohannsphotographyvideogra9542
Жыл бұрын
i will have to say that the Zhiun is brighter according to the video you shot
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Brightness is the least of the issues
@heezdeadjim
Жыл бұрын
I have the X100. For pet photography where I'm setting up small props like couches or anything doll size (so smaller than cats), it's so much smaller than even the smallest softbox. I had to buy a bowens dome diffuser before the soft dome diffuser came in for the Zhiyun and it was unnecessarily bulky. So imagine the 60W with that soft dome, but slightly larger. Working in a studio with a human model, you have space for Godox or such lights. Working on a table or floor with maybe a total of 3 feet cubed, the X100 puts out more than enough light and a small metal tripod (it is heavy) will make it far easier to work around without getting into the light. Since I have the battery grip that let's it go to 100w, I don't have to have a power cord to trip on. It's so easy to place and use as an overhead light while using extra lights (like the Zhiyun 40w LED light) for fill in light. That is why I paid $350 for the combo kit and not bulky Bowens mount LED lights. Its not for everyone, and maybe a filler light for people portraits.
@codythep
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input
@johnsaucerhunter
Жыл бұрын
Addendum: I can't handle a lot of wires or cables hanging or dangling about. I end up using black velcro strips everywhere to at least try and make it look cleaner. I once was employed as an audio engineer and asked what I wanted to do first and I said to fix the spaghetti you got going into the console. Thanks Mr. Markus for the video.
@mattlocdproductions
Жыл бұрын
I am the same way
@slglasius
Жыл бұрын
Thnx. See i won't be selling my godox ML 60's for these
@stevesmith76
Жыл бұрын
I would like to see how the overpriced Rotolight compares to the other less expensive offerings. What are your thoughts on these lights and different design approach?
@otter-pro
Жыл бұрын
I watch this channel for his honesty. All other reviewers seem like shills. When I first saw this and its price, i knew it was more of form over function. It looks great, but it's not as practical, especially given the price.
@avomarkarian6187
Жыл бұрын
Am searching a powerful portable lights for weddings events to use for ballroom lighting the dance floor it has to be powerful because the distance the lights will be around 2.5-3 meters away what do you suggest
@paulgero
Жыл бұрын
The Stella reflex with spot attachment may just be your best bet for this.
@vonwolfersdorff
Жыл бұрын
Hey Markus, love your videos. Generally they cost me a bunch of bucks. This time you saved me a bunch of bucks. Thanks & greets from Berlin!
@malmedia
Жыл бұрын
Last week, my first thought when I saw the videos for these come out was, I wonder how long it will be for Markus to give us his comparison video. Tnx!
@MyRackley
9 ай бұрын
Molus = Latin for "mole" (Google Translate 🤓), Amaran = Malaysian for "warning" (Maybe warning of overheating 🔥⚠).
@matthewhartman7176
Жыл бұрын
Closing thoughts: They're all good, everything is good, that is that. Hahahaha, very Zen. I think the Amaran has a lot of value:cost but no bi-color, and can't even brew coffee. What are you doing Aperture? Give me my Columbian roast in two temperatures, damn it!
@stevesmacfix
Жыл бұрын
Always keeps it real. Thanks!
@kakegarcia8056
11 ай бұрын
As usual your channel is a way to find truth. I was researching about those lights and now I know that all about the Zhiyun is just overhype. Bests regards from your Venezuelan friend in Panama!
@douggottlieb
Жыл бұрын
THANKS Markus!!!! I've been really curious about these, and now I don't need to be. :)
@DelmaRaySmithJr
Жыл бұрын
Wisdom grown through experience having learned by doing, thank You Markus!
@johng5819
Жыл бұрын
All things being equal, the best bang for the buck still seems to be the Amaran. Thanks for the informative video!
@joeknowshustle7210
Жыл бұрын
I think a more fair comparison though would of been with the bi color Amaran. My g60 is coming in today we’ll see how it goes.
@that_johnny_guy
Жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on the amaran 60 compared other aputure lights such as aputure 60 X
@workingwiththelight3119
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Markus! Finally non biased, not sponsored review!
@agentbey
Жыл бұрын
Yes, everyone is talking about these lights. Two minutes in, you reveal the facts. Clearly, we know which one remains to be the leader.
@alieazzy1631
10 ай бұрын
Honest review :) almost bought the zhiyun but went with Amran :) Thanks
@airbluehvac
Жыл бұрын
lol just ordered and cancelled my order after watching the video. 100w description and higher price made me think its some kind new magic light.
@YoyOYOYO-u4t
Жыл бұрын
hehehe so strange. After seeing more than 100 videos, so far you are the only person hating this lights.. any ways to each its own.
@anonymissed3611
Жыл бұрын
Someone confirm the attachable battery is proprietary. Every review I've seen dances around this.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
page ten zhiyun-website-shenzhen.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/instruction/20230209/1675931724126-yjcKStZa.pdf
@anonymissed3611
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix Ya. Ok. Answer is yes. So...how long will replacements, backups be purchase? I hate the trend toward dusposability incurred by oddball internal, even external batts,
@kennypitts4829
Жыл бұрын
I feel like you are the friend that tells someone when they are acting stupid, or when they have a rogue ear hair that should be pulled. Oh, yeah.
@parasinthephilippines
Жыл бұрын
Love a real review.
@paulgero
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review Marcus....I was thinking that a Stella reflex fresnel could be cobbled to one of the Molus just like you did with the Wellmaking...would you consider showing how you voided the warranty (LOL!) with that addition?
@michaelroach3553
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I laughed at these lights when I saw them to be honest. The design and marketing looks cool, but it's definitely not worth the price tag to me.
@imranhtx
Жыл бұрын
Terrible take. I have the 60x and the two zhiyun lights. You’re comparing hot spots using two different cones. The output on the 60d will be bright ofc bc you’re comparing a daylight only light to bi-color lights. You complain about the wires yet you happily pulled out the wire option for the 60d. Not only that but you can but a smaller wire for your battery back - you chose the longest wire and then complain about it. Portability is a huge advantage that you causally brush over. Def feels like a bias review
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Lol funny how easily triggered Zhiyun owners are 😄. Like I said numerous times, my criteria is the BRIGHTEST smallest most portable lights possible. I don't care if they are daylight or bicolor- I am testing the BRIGHTEST offerings from every company, preferably with batteries that attach right to the light. Zhiyun does not have a dedicated daylight COB, so the brightest they have is bicolor. The 60D is brighter but not perfect. It's bigger, clunkier and I hate the mickey mouse battery solution on the side, which is why I gave them away kzitem.info/news/bejne/0X171YOjkmKooKA I also gave away all three of my Stella Reflexes ($600 apiece) which are MUCH smaller and lighter than the X100 and twice as bright because they also required a cord and external USB battery. So I am NOT biased. I also gave away my Colbor 60M and X100M kzitem.info/news/bejne/lG-Ys2p3b6ubfag because of the dangly cords. I don't hate Zhiyun, I have two Zhiyun X100's, one G60 and three M40s and I give my honest personal feedback on what bothers me about everything, no matter the company or product.
@nyambe
Жыл бұрын
I actually got 2 of the 40W Zhiyun for 100€ on their launch deal. They might not be truly 40 watts, but they surprisingly bright and very portable. They are fantastic for brighting up a room to level up exposure.
@RastaHenkie
Жыл бұрын
Nice how did you know about the launch deal?
@nyambe
Жыл бұрын
@@RastaHenkie pure chance. By amazon. I had lost my other tiny light. I did not expect them to be as bright and powerful. Their only limitation is battery. You need to used them with a power bank
@RastaHenkie
Жыл бұрын
@@nyambe ok thanks👍
@AJCoReTV
Жыл бұрын
I love the colbor one that is smaller than amaran 60
@nilofido411
Жыл бұрын
Funny enough just before Covid I bought from china 2 100W LED ( real 100W, not apparent output compared to tungsten) I still haven't finished the building project as at the time couldn't be asked to build a heat sink and fan assembly to dissipate the heat, I only had one on for a few seconds to test it, it was blinding bright and it got so hot that it would have caused serious burns if touched; my initial thoughts were to build a contraption similar to the Molus. Maybe one day I will use them if not they cost me less than 20 box.
@DoubleMonoLR
Жыл бұрын
The LEDs themselves are certainly cheap, and very bright. Cheap premade floodlights are also available, which use a grid of (relatively)lower powered LEDs.
@k1k13004
Жыл бұрын
That's just not true. The bowens is on the combo. The pro is for mini softbox.
@funfilm77
Жыл бұрын
Good to have when 'traveling in space..." 😁 (2:40)
@bandamountcinematics
Жыл бұрын
Lmaoooo had me diennn from the start 😂
@cevxj
Жыл бұрын
Spectacular ending 👏🏼
@johnnyweissmuller5838
Жыл бұрын
It is the bicolor led that makes it half as bright as the others. You have 50% power on the tungsten and 50% power on the daylight leds. A 100W bicolor will always be dimmer than a 100W daylight @ daylight temperature. So not a really fair comparison. What you loose in output you gain in flexibility.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/1JWiq6J5jqZnfpg
@johnnyweissmuller5838
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix In the first 2 minutes You implied that the manufacturer somehow tries to trick consumers by writing the watt number in the name while being less bright. If you compared the zhiyun bicolor 60w to an amaran 60x, they would be very close. The only difference would be the design of the reflector. Also the x100 compared to an amaran 100x would be the same output if used the same reflector dish. There is nothing wrong with these zhiyun lights, all led and drivers have a very high efficiency now, so all manufacturers are very close if the rated watt is the same. The difference in output that you measured is only because of reflector design or because the bicolor function, not because some decieving marketing.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Yes Tarzan. They shouldn't label power consumption numbers on the lights though. It should be a standardized light output number. They know consumers see "100" and think "oh it's brighter than the 60" Who cares what the power consumption is, people wanna know how bright the damn thing is. They're throwing apples and oranges in the same box. Damn their consumer trickery. Damn them I tell you! 😾
@johnnyweissmuller5838
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix it is still a 100W light, if the consumer doesnt understand that bicolor means 2 led matrixes and is 50% of brightness compared to a 100% daylight led, then why are you even buying a led light? If a led is bicolor, I immiedietly know it is around half as bright as the daylight only version @ daylight. Even if the wattage is the same. Its not rocket science.
@kittparker4161
Жыл бұрын
I'd love to see your take on the Hobolite Avant and Mini. Thanks for another great video!
@larrycoonrod5563
Жыл бұрын
First honest review on KZitem. Probably because it wasn’t sponsored. Great job!
@StarlitGoddess-m3s
Жыл бұрын
You said in another video that you can't use a reflector umbrella with the Wellmaking as its focus is too narrow (if I understood correctly).. So then how do you get soft diffused light or reflect light in the most compact, small, travel-friendly way without using umbrellas with the Wellmaking 80W?
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
I usually use the Wellmakings bare but use multiple ones to knock out shadows kzitem.info/news/bejne/mGelr5qsoIGXfWU You can use umbrellas but it would create a hot spot, or you could back it up on a second stand. I use the wellmakings a lot when I travel, no softening modifiers needed kzitem.info/news/bejne/mZxjnIOXkGajh2U
@MediaWebservice
Жыл бұрын
Two words (to symbols): TO EXPENSIVE 💰💸
@vtxgenie1
Жыл бұрын
This is the 2nd or 3rd video I've watched on this channel regarding these lights, and I now realize part of his business model is to have THE opposing opinion, resulting in lots of comments and views, more so than if he was able to do a completely straight review. I'm still really curious of his opinion of these lights with the recent sales (which I'm sure will be repeated ($50-80 discounts) or bettered). I'll provide a review once I get my channel up and running, as like my camera, I purchased what i feel is the best balance of size for portability plus image and video quality, these lights fall in the same space... What other 100w light (with a bowens attachment) is smaller and can be run off a battery, meaning no wires in a short to moderate shoot.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Believe it or not, I couldn't care less about clicks, views or comments. I say what I want and exactly what I feel. I don't hate these lights, but I personally want a battery attached to the light, I hate dangly cords that need to hang separate from the light. Sure the X100 has an available battery, but its proprietary and very expensive. I still love the Wellmaking because of form factor and a small battery stuck on the side. What DOES get me riled though is how easily other KZitemrs are influenced by companies that give them free gear to try. The glowing reviews are nauseating and unrealistic. That doesn't mean its a bad product. I have two X100s, a 60 and four 40s
@Visethelegend
Жыл бұрын
A fair comparison needs to compare the Amaran 60x against the x100 since the bicolor is a feature the 60d you mention doesn’t have. Great video, just wanted to mention that
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Yes the brightness would be very similar, but that's the least of the issues. You can buy 2 amarans for the price of one X100 And that's still without a Bowen's mount. And it's 24 V, so you have to buy their proprietary battery
@Visethelegend
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix yeah all other points were fair and square and I actually fell for the trend of that light. I will still consider one on the future for the size and travel though
@akhyarrayhka4048
Жыл бұрын
2 minutes in and he already tells everything (amaran is the cheapest and the brightest)
@ErykThompson
10 ай бұрын
Hey Markus, how did you secure the fresnel lens to the front of the Wellmaking 80W light? I recently got one of these and the fresnel fell right off after I unscrewed the Bowens mount attachment. There’s a closeup at 8:12 but it’s hard to see what you did
@MarkusPix
10 ай бұрын
You need to screw the little screws back in but you'll need a little washer to hold it in place... or just use crazy glue
@funfilm77
Жыл бұрын
Waiting for the Molus giveaway.
@Bowiehair
6 ай бұрын
Do they strobe? That's all I car about
@EXTEZZEE
Жыл бұрын
Hi Markus, hope you and yours are doing good.
@fabienb
Жыл бұрын
I was waiting for your review. I needed an honest pro review, not an influencer-biased one. Having previous Zhiyun lights I know that the number they put is not effective power; it's actually a combination of 2 sets of half power... So, the 100W is 2 sets of 50W. I assume the 60W is less bright than the Amaran for the same reason, as all pro can tell you that you can't just sum them... Anyway, thanks Marcus!
@TimHunold
Жыл бұрын
I love the 60d, I'm going to grab another and the other one from Colbor when prices are not silly inflated
@sibertiger17
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Markus. Now removing from my own hold shopping cart on Amazon.
@aristothethrone9032
Жыл бұрын
finally some honesty without all the smoke up my backside.
@YR-di5rl
Жыл бұрын
Can you review Rotolight?
@ryguyhart
Жыл бұрын
At 9:50 i just about died laughing😂
@HumbertoAbed
Жыл бұрын
I've seen tons of videos about this light. They all say how awesome it is. But then again, here comes Markus with a HONNEST video and now, I'm not interested at all in buying it. So, thank you!
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
They're not bad, I just hate cords
@Rafotofilmsproductions
Жыл бұрын
I think for the first time you have been bias
@elliotnomanches
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this! Was waiting for your review. Super helpful!
@geraldbaria
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for saving me a bunch of money!😂
@G_Mac_E
Жыл бұрын
what about against the colbor
@totaljimbo
Жыл бұрын
Funny you never said what the battery cost for the one that cost the less does the battery come with it ?
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
Two batteries for the Wellmaking 80W are $90 www.amazon.com/WELLMAKING-Battery-Batteries-Charger-Dedicated/dp/B083FC4RSR One single battery for the Zhiyun X100 is $120 www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1769524-REG/zhiyun_c000597g1_x100_grip_battery.html
@cffilmmaker
Жыл бұрын
I was legit about to check out on amazon before I thought I should watch one more review, you saved me 1k in lights my friend.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
They're good lights, I just wanted to pointed out some things others aren't talking about
@cffilmmaker
Жыл бұрын
@@MarkusPix for me, I’d never heard a negative review on them. Definitely thankful for some honest critique
@gabriellorenzo6589
Жыл бұрын
get the battery for the molus
@DavidHaverty
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!1 I've been bombarded by ads for this thing! Glad you saved me the frustration!
@eddiesinalau
3 ай бұрын
Now you always bring along the Zhiyun X100 rite?
@MarkusPix
3 ай бұрын
No. I experiment with all kinds of stuff
@akhyarrayhka4048
6 ай бұрын
zhiyun mollusks
@_Mach3
Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@brettalexander.studio
Жыл бұрын
They are video lights......
@kevinbatts2804
Жыл бұрын
I’ve been reimagining the gear I use for my documentaries. I really had my eye on these tiny lights for portability. I didn’t see anybody else bring up these points. This definitely puts this whole thing into perspective.
@AfoteyAnnum
Жыл бұрын
This was the one review of these lights I was waiting for. I knew you'd keep it real! Thank you for saving me some money! #Subscribed
@alphaskwurl
Жыл бұрын
I love Markus days.
@YoungBlaze
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, nobody ever gives the details throughly! Like if that light is 100 watts, ...how does the watts measure like with all the led chips on to get 100 watts? Or is it 100 watts on both chips?
@pureheartvisuals
Жыл бұрын
Marcus… Bro, the hate is real 😂. The Smaller 60w will serve well for Travel Shooters via a carry on bag, I mean a 100W Powerbank is $50…. You end with the name is weird 😂 Great Video.
@MarkusPix
Жыл бұрын
I AM a travel shooter. I've been to the most exotic islands in the world and hiked up volcanos and through jungles. Separate batteries and dangly cords are not practical or fun when on location. I did an interview on location a few months ago with some lights that needed separate USB power banks with cord and they stopped working. I wiggled the cords and tried everything. The one light that had the battery physically attached worked fine no problem. Cords of any kind are a dependability gamble. No matter how small the light is... if it doesn't work, it's useless. I'm the real world feedback guy. 😁
@pureheartvisuals
Жыл бұрын
I’m with you 😂. I do destination Weddings and just recently pick up 3 of the 60W. I travel with 3 Tripods compact down to 16”, 3 Rigs with Ninjas, Follow Focus & Matte Boxes, Tentacle Timecode with prior 2 ML60BI now switching to this smaller ones and I’m a walk on and walk off aircraft with Carry On and Personal. Major difference from my 2 Checks In. I agree completely on the Fire Hazard on the 100W that stopped me also. It’s all in the application. I love your content Brother… you’ve been in the game for a long time so you have the right to speak from heavy life experiences.
@romangero594
Жыл бұрын
What about Zhiyuns LED 100W Stick?
@TripleU-E
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, you saved me a lot of money!
@DoughboyGod
Жыл бұрын
🙌🔥🎬❤️🎬🔥🙌
@sendal
Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, had to dig to get across your review, this is the ONE I was looking for. Thanks for your insights.
@TheGreatAmphibian
Жыл бұрын
Outstanding.
@nghiabuinhan2398
Жыл бұрын
real review
@hmfilms3506
Жыл бұрын
Thank You Markus for fun and informative video 😀👍
@MunirRahool
Жыл бұрын
It is your very Honest Review I am here and not on other videos. :)
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