60w light showdown! Amaran VS Godox VS Nanlite - Which wins?

Is the Amaran 60 better than the Nanlite 60ii or even the Godox ML60? Ya'll asked, and I'm here to deliver! It might not surprise you that crowning a winner is not simple. There's alot of differences between these lights. Little things that can impact which you find is best for YOU.
So, which do you like best?? Comment below!
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[@CaseyToland]

Really appreciate the addition of the MINIMUM output readings-I couldn’t find that anywhere and you included it in two different forms. Appreciate it!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Most welcome! :D glad I could help

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Correction: The Godox ML60 (daylight only) does not have App control, just remote control. The Godox ML60bi does have app control. Sorry for the confusion. Also, I was informed by Nanlite that the 60 ii does NOT have green and magenta shift control. I confused it with their 300w mkii lights that were released at the same time. Sorry once again, apparently I need to review my notes better in the future!

[@patgilmour7263]

I was waiting for this one. one thing i noticed is the app seems to have stopped working when the update happened. I had my godox lights connected to Bluetooth, but when the app updated, it no longer seems to wait to pair them. any advice? Note I currently have the ml30bi, but i believe the functions are similar albit less powerful out.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, that's a good point I don't have the ML30's (tho I kinda want one haha) and so I'm not entirely sure Were they working on the new app before? or was it the older app?

[@BensTechLab]

Glad I bought the ML60bi!! I didn't even know it had BT in it! But I also have 4x other Godox lights with BT app control. So this is a nice plus.

[@sozbob]

@@patgilmour7263 I had a similar issue with none of my previously added lights connecting / new lights pairing. However after fully deleting (rather than updating) the app and re-installing fresh, followed by bluetooth resetting and re-adding each fixture all seems to be working great and much more stable than previously. Hope you get sorted. This was iOS, not sure about android. Love my ML60Bi.

[@patgilmour7263]

@@FellowFilmmaker yeah they were. Wedding season ended and I started using them at my job a little and that's where it stopped syncing.

[@JasonTheZoologist]

Liked and thanks for including light reading without the reflectors! As someone who likes to switch reflectors depending on the situation, I find that very useful.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Very glad to hear it was helpful for you :D

[@infinitudedcllc5778]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. I was going to get the Godox ML60 and just hadn't done it yet. Glad to see the side by side comparisons!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@adrianomoreira1341]

With each video I see here on this channel the thought is the same: it will definitely become one of the great channels about light for photo and video on KZbin. Thank you, the content is always excellent!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I appreciate that! It's my hope as well :)

[@margojereza3501]

This is straight to the point and thorough. Thank you!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

most welcome

[@TRIOStories]

We just subscribed! Absolutely LOVE this vid, so well made, such good points - thanks so much! Can't wait to binge your channel now :D

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! Very glad to have you :D Hope you enjoy the channel

[@CiataJolie]

I loved this review! Honest and straight Ti the point

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed :)

[@realm-lv]

I really appreciate the way you explain the lights in a down to earth way. Great job as always

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I appreciate that! :D Thanks for commenting as well, good to see you

[@realm-lv]

@@FellowFilmmaker I always watcch your videos, Great stuff. You seem very happy, I hope so, you deserve all the happiness you can get

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! :D I'm feeling good and trying to keep the positive and happiness as a constant thing :D' Are you doing well?

[@realm-lv]

@@FellowFilmmaker I feal good but i am awaiting surgery. I was supposed to have it done in September but they keep putting it off so I'm hoping I can get it taken care of soon so I can get back to filmmaking. Thank you for asking, it is really appreciated

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I hope that can happen soon for you and you get back into feeling good and doing what you enjoy :)

[@shadowshapers]

I love hearing your perspective on these three lights, especially compared to one another. It’s really cool to see the pros and cons of each and to see how close they can get to making a good light and still mess up the design by some stupid choice in the prototyping process. I wonder if any of these companies will take these kinds of design errors into consideration for their future models.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Which is your least favorite in terms of design?

[@shadowshapers]

@@FellowFilmmaker The way that Godox has so many lights that almost do exactly the same thing for almost exactly the same price is my least favorite. I like the stuff that Nanlite and Amaran make in general. I just feel like godox doesn't know what they're doing.

[@RYOKER]

The 1% comparison I've been looking for on hundreds of vids! amazing

[@JaskaranSingh-rn7sk]

woah!! Your video quality now is huge bump, and animation, graphics ouff smooth af 🔥 also great video great details ✨

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! I've been upping some things and focusing a bit on it, glad you noticed!

[@ngonzale3]

Ive been more excited about powerful small lights than large lights. Speaking of lighting, how you light your videos is great!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@gagikvirabyan3150]

Awesome, honest and professional explanation. Thanks

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You're welcome!

[@haraldselke]

Great comparison and very helpful! Thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Playerdue]

As always fantastic production value on your videos, I really like the lighting on this one! I have the COB 60x and it's perfect for my needs, but I agree with everything you sais, the reflector is useless and the box (with that big power cord) is like a puzzle!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, I think it's one way they manage to keep the light cheap :)

[@Playerdue]

@@FellowFilmmaker And all things considered it's not a bas tradeoff! 😁

[@MarcelloScotti]

Great video, thanks. Straight to the point and product focused. Nevertheless it d be great to see them compared, let s say illuminating a flat white wall or alike to see how they really illuminate. Thx again!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for the feedback :D I'll keep it in mind for the future

[@user-joson]

Great video. Thank you very much for comparing these three lights. It is very helpful.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dereksilski]

I’ve actually been looking at all three of these. I’m thinking the Amaran is my choice. I’ve only recently found your channel and subbed. So glad I did I love your videos!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear I could help you out! :D And welcome, if I didn't already welcome you :D

[@dereksilski]

Update: Super helpful! I bought the Amaran 60d and love it. Looking at the bicolor now

[@KrishnenduKes]

You are arguably one of the best video light reviewers out there. However I went and procured lights that I haven't seen you review yet, the Anglerfish from ifootage. Love those lights. Great video btw!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I have those lights (well most of them) and featured them in a video, didn't exactly review them. My take on them is they are good lights, I think the physical functionality (knobs, yoke, etc.) could have been better in my opinion. But otherwise, they have most everything a light comes with. I personally would group it with the Nanlite 60ii and my opinions of it. A good light, but needs a few tweaks to be amazing. :D

[@KrishnenduKes]

@@FellowFilmmaker Totally agree with you about the functionality of the Anglerfish. I had to return one of my 220DN because the knob got stuck and I could not get it to tighten on my stands. They sent me a replacement. But I missed a light during a shoot because of that issue and had to settle for other options.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, I suppose that is what happens when a company dives into lights for the first time

[@tomask.3983]

You are to the point and no B.S - just pure info that we all want! Liked and subscribed. I was seconds away from clicking "buy" on the Nanlite, but the fan noise is a dealbreaker (for me at least) so I think I´ll get the Godox instead!

[@trailsetter]

Good review as always.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I appreciate that :D

[@kipling1957]

Thanks. If you ever get your hands on the new Colbor CL60 I’d love to see you review that. Seems to be getting some very positive reviews.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

YEs, I've seen many ask about it, it's certainly something I'm looking into

[@domannicette]

I went for the Godox because I already had Godox mount softboxes. But I’m very pleased with it for what I try to do (start a KZbin channel). Very silent, well built, compact and affordable. Great deal!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

love to hear it

[@carlomerazaudiovisuales]

Love your videos ❤

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that!

[@WildHorseProductions]

Nice and straight to the point! Still like the Amaran we have a bit better since we have that and the 200D now.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome, it's a good light :D

[@RiyardRamnath]

I came here for the content but could not listen because of how amazing this video was lit!

[@vfxyemen00]

Thanks Heather, I got Godox ML60 now ....finally

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome, hope you enjoy it!

[@ThePhotographerGuy]

I've been using the ML60 bi-colors for a while now for Weddings and Headshots. They've been pretty great. Love the comparison.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Great to hear!

[@CharlesDunkley]

I recently bought the Amaran 100D and the Light Dome SE and I'm really enjoying it. Out of the lights in this video the X version of the Amaran 60 is probably going to be my next light. The convenience of that set up you had in one of your videos with the handheld bracket and small softbox has so much use potential.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So true! :D I loved that handheld light setup, was awesome for that :D

[@MarcosElMalo2]

And now they’re out with the 60xs. The reflector on your 100D will fit

[@Elizabeth_Postol]

What video is that?

[@mfluder15]

A power switch on the end of the cord would be helpful for sure. If the remotes had the ability to turn the lights on and off would also be great. I’m not sure if a software update would cure that or not. An excellent comparison. I hope you are doing well. :)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That's a good point too, remotes that turn on and off Doing well thanks! Hope you are too

[@BigBlobProductions]

Great review! Thanks Heather! New haircut?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed Not really no, just a different kinda hair day haha

[@vaxxedfilms7477]

Really good thanks I have the godox u confirmed my opinion of it a great light

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help

[@joeaddison]

Fun little light comparison, you've earned my subscription for sure. Baffled by you using a c800 / c700 and only giving us the CRI scores??

[@Ranger7Studios]

I'm using 2 Amaran 60x (one with a dome for the key light and one with barn doors for the hair light) and 2 Amaran P60C for my wall light.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Nice! Sounds like a great setup :D

[@AndrewVanBeekOttawa]

Great comparison and a nice reminder of why I love the Godox ML60. One of the biggest benefits for me is that the ML60 is almost the exact same size at the AD300 flash. Both have the small, proprietary Godox mount which allows them to the share the same HIGHLY portable softboxes. I now bring both the ML60s and the AD300 flashes to shoots since they have different strengths. The ML60bi’s are amazing for lowlight still photography where you want to colour match the ambient lights.

[@tf-ok]

good idea

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome to hear that, thanks for sharing! :D

[@IsomPhilips]

Good comparison! I have the Godox ML60 and also the ML30bi and they are my favorite lights. I really like the cylindrical design of the Godox and the fact that they have a metal body rather than plastic like the Amaran.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

They are better build quality for sure :)

[@davemil716]

Do you think the ML30 is bright enough for still portraits as a main light?

[@volksbahn]

Hi, Just discovered your channel. What a treat! I am preparing to start my YT channel where clean audio is critical. For that reason, after seeing your other videos I have decided to stretch my original budget to get the ML60 (instead of the SL60). What light stand would you recommend to go with it? I am trying to stay as economical as possible, but not compromising on sturdiness. My work will be studio bound. Thanks.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You can grab some decent light stands on Amazon. If you go to my kit you'll see the stands I use: kit.co/fellowfilmmaker

[@californialodginginvestmen2336]

Liked your video and I have the Amaran 60 cob. I use it as my key light with a light dome mini ll. Case sucks for sure.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for watching! :) Yeah that case is bad

[@paulaherz_]

muy buen video!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

thank you :D

[@thuytrinhnguyen8497]

Thank you very much for your video! I'm looking for a way to set up only one light source for my documentary. I am considering taking Godox ML60. Which stand do you use with that light? I will add a Godox Cs-85D lantern on this light as well.

[@Ranger7Studios]

As far as the amaran is concerned, you could replace the dish with a classic dish, which should fix the hot spot issues and would still give you a bright enough light.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

While testing the lights with a more standard reflector, the Amaran still had a hotspot. So, didn't seem to fix it all that much really

[@keithgomez807]

In the Bahamas, I need a budget and portable and batteries-operatored lighting kit for a reporter standup for news. A complete kit using the Sony NP battteries.

[@benja1378]

Would've loved to see the Colbor cl60 in this comparison! :) It's lightweight (~530g) just like the Amaran, but cheaper (at least for me in Germany the Colbor cl60m is 150€ and the Amaran 60d is 200€) and it is even built out of metal. So more affordable and better build quality, oh and it has a nice carrying case

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah I heard about that light after this comparison. Looking into it for sure!

[@benja1378]

@@FellowFilmmaker Awesome! It is definitely not perfect and has it's drawbacks, but the affordable price, build quality and light weight sealed the deal for me, just bought their cl100x :) Their older Cl100 model (plastic, bit bigger, DC power connection and better control knob lol) goes for as little as 120€ on Ebay (the cl100x is 250€) - so that's a real banger if you don't need the very smallest metal built light :)

[@SnappalPhotography]

Thanks for taking time to compare the lights. I wonder why Aputure 60x is not in this or any other of your reviews?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I put daylight only ones against each other. I might do a bi-color only one someday

[@SnappalPhotography]

@Fellow Filmmaker thanks. Aputure has 60D as well. I believe Aputure are more of spotlights and not flood lights.

[@Ranger7Studios]

Lack of a physical on/off switch is what prompted me to buy the amaran 60's instead of the Godox ML 60. If the Godox had a switch, that would have been my go to light for my studio.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah same, I'd love to use the ML60's for in the studio with my new setup for turning everything on and off easily

[@WhySteve]

Damn, I didn't think the type of reflector dish would have such a dramatic effect on output.

[@crayonjambe7515]

Regarding the fan noise, is the 60d actually loud enough to be picked up easily by your mic?

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

hi again! I haven't visited your channel for a bit...I noticed there is a new look! AWESOME!! hey I purchased a Godox ML60bi and it has worked great for me-I even got a small softbox that helps for interviews...but not I think I could use a second light and just as I was about to get a second Godox I came across a Neewer MS60B bicolour which seems to be a "imitation" improvement? over the Godox I got...but it's about $100CDN cheaper...for Black Friday...and I wonder...have you come across this Neewer? Or even compared it to the Godox? I know you test hundreds of products...just wondering...thanks!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I have not used it myself, but typically some Neewer and Godox products literally come from the same factory and simply have a few slight differences and a different logo thrown on it. So, if you think it's a good investment you could always get it and try it out.

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

@@FellowFilmmaker hey...I always thought that many products from China come from the same factory! Right...well...I may go for Neewer...I have some of their panels and for the price they are fine. I'm not making a movie for Netflix! Thanks a lot! I hope all is well!

[@kidchris]

Love the Video. I have the Godox. Biggest downside is the missing bowens mount. BTW what’s the name of the adaptor? Can‘t find it on Amazon. Thx in advance 😊

[@FellowFilmmaker]

The adapter is this: amzn.to/3IXpkU0

[@kidchris]

@@FellowFilmmaker thx a lot 💓

[@tema.dereko]

was helpful! thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You're welcome!

[@LavagreatThegreatnerdity_rocks]

I own the godox but ive worked with all of them. This once, after a long day, i left the godox fully assembled on the roof off my car. I drove off and at the next stop light it flew off and slid for a good 20-30 feet. Damage? A few scuffs and thats it. Been working fine since that incident last year.

[@moneyboys2010]

Multiple Godox ML60BI. Can’t say enough about them ✅

[@FellowFilmmaker]

They are pretty great

[@Francisfphoto_]

Amazing! Have you tried the FS 60B against the Forza 60B II? Just to see if the forza is brighter

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I have not, since I don't own the FS60b

[@mouryavijay7]

Hey! Godox might not have on/off switch but u can use it on batteries right! So wen u r studio u dnt need to worry of wire getting disconnected 😅

[@FellowFilmmaker]

True, it does :D For me I'm using it on switchers, so the physical on off switch is a must

[@RobotsWithKnivesCartoons]

Right now out of these Nanlite looks like it has by far the best fresnel attachment, for just $80 seems to curb-stomp the other lights if that is what you need, the other two lights could use bowens fresnels which are just wildly large. Also Godox and Amaran don't have DMX which is just a dealbreaker, if you do need DMX Godox has the S60 which looks leagues better the the ML60.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

The nanlite was a surprise one for me and I did really enjoy it as well

[@dslrdave]

You just told me that I can remote via an app for my ml60??? Didn't know that! Lol what's the app name so I can try it out, thx ! 👍

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeahhh, my bad, forgot to clarify it's for the ML60bi, not the ML60 :( sorry!

[@tomask.3983]

Hello again Fellow Filmmaker! Need an instant advice when I try to decide if 60W is enough or if I need 100W. Besides doing indoor interviews I also need my light for product videography. I do want a quite large octagonal or parabolic softbox, preferably 85-90 cm. Will the 60W do good for a softbox that large? In short - should I consider a 100W instead of the 60W to match an large softbox and in general be more versatile and "future proof" so to say?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

If you want to future proof going with 100w is smart. A 60w indoors with complete control of the environment works, but 100w will give you more output if you're dealing with larger products or doing any slow motion.

[@tomask.3983]

@@FellowFilmmaker I just ordered my first key light - the Godox SL100Bi-color! With that a softbox - Triopo 90cm. Thank you so much for your answer - it helped a lot!

[@godwin_njoroge]

For my first studio key light, would you recommend one of these or the amaran 100d or 200d? Saving for a key light and I need to make sure I get this one right coz I plan to use it for years

[@FellowFilmmaker]

If you want to use for many situations you'll want the Amaran 200, that one you could at least use outside and compete a tad with sunlight.

[@JohnDoukasPhotography]

I have the Godox and love it’s output, but I find the battery plate annoying to setup. I’ve been looking to add the Amaran.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

The Amaran is pretty nice :D Each light has a different way to do the plate, I agree the Amaran is a bit easier to work with

[@lionbeatscobra]

Ok but have you seen the colbar 60R? RGB? Wonder how it compares to the 60c

[@tmmy.]

thanks :)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to help

[@EmyKilljoy]

I for you I have to buy an Amaran 100D or Neewer FS150b?

[@C4ProductionsSD]

I am surprised that the forza 60 ii have a green magenta shift option 🤔 is it hidden in the menu ?

[@alexism4824]

Can you review the colbor lights (CL60R and CL100X) ? It would be awesome

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've had many folks asking about that light, I'll see what I can do

[@nikkimclennan2946]

Hi - I need a light for portraits to go with window daylight for family & business portraits. I have a bowens softbox already - would you go with the Nanlite or the Aputure (is that Amaran)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Either is fine, I do like Amaran for quick setup

[@stevebarrettdds]

I have a question I am a dentist I take lots of portraits with big soft boxes I take before and after video with ring light and cell phone. I think the ML 60 with a small soft box would be an upgrade does that make sense to you ?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah I think it would be good to get softer light and less strange shadows from the ring light

[@AmaraARW]

The case really is the worst thing about the Amaran, can't believe they designed it so poorly, but thankfully it's so small that I have no issues tossing it into my camera bag. I also ended up just getting another reflector for mine since the included one is terrible, but considering the prices I have no complaints. I'll probably end up picking up a second one for that reason alone.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, interestingly I tried a different reflector and it still had hotspot issues, but if that's not an issue then I guess it won't matter? Still a bargain light

[@liqm88]

My bracket broke after a couple times using it :(

[@FellowFilmmaker]

well dang, that stinks Did you get it fixed or no?

[@thevijayraj34]

Do you have any suggestions on Godox ML60 ii bi??

[@DigiDriftZone]

Small tip, I taped a Switchbot Bot to my ML60 so now I can turn it on using the Switchbot app, without having to manually press the toggle switch. As far as I can tell there is no bluetooth or app at all (this is only the bi version I believe?) - and even the optional remote you can purchase cannot turn the light on frustratingly, you have to physically climb behind the soft box to press the toggle button.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yes! All things I've come to learn myself too. I have a switchbot for mine as well, but didni't find it to be as reliable as I hoped. So I had to sacrifice my favorite light in my KZbin light setup :(

[@DigiDriftZone]

​@@FellowFilmmaker It's not the most elegant solution but mine has been on about 3 months now and so far so good! - I extended the original button out by sticking some foam to it and the switchbot is flush against the ML60. I'll try to make a short video about it when I take the 95cm SoftBox off :)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Good to know, thanks for sharing :D

[@DigiDriftZone]

@@FellowFilmmaker Thank you for another great video, you're awesome!

[@hyde_official]

hey, are your title presets available for davinci resolve? specially the one at 02:34.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

They are, yes, check it out here: bit.ly/402rrM1

[@garethrichardsonAct]

How does the new SmallRig RC 60b stand up?

[@annebokma4637]

Buying lights soon after 30 years. I was thinking of getting some godox so it can all be controlled with one app. Can the godox be turned on from the app? Am I giving that one aspect too much value since I hardly see that mentioned in any review and I am used to give a lot of attention to the ecosystem. Just wish they could all be controlled in home assistant 😂

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yes the Godox app lets you turn them on and off

[@annebokma4637]

@@FellowFilmmaker good that saves me a lot of climbing 😁👍 thnx

[@jonnyfarmer]

Sold on the Godox.

[@SPictures_S8]

I'm looking for even usage as some events really need to light up the dark environment. Basically i'm a photographer so, another purpose i'm looking forward to have it is for portraits photography. Which is best. 60 or 100 or 200? Godox or amaran or nanlite? Please share your thoughts.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Without knowing more the exact usage its really hard to say what is best for what, can you expound?

[@juliep.]

@@FellowFilmmaker I'm taking this opportunity to ask you a question as well. First of all, thank you for sharing; I recently discovered your channel while looking for equipment. To enhance a portrait in a situation with low lighting in a relatively large office, I'm seeking a versatile solution for the main key light. I already have a Godox VL150, but thanks in part to your channel, I've come across the Aputure Amaran series, especially the Amaran 200x S bi-color (unlike my Godox). Would you say this would be a good starting solution, especially in this particular shooting context? Ideally, I was initially looking for a 300W bi-color option from Amaran, but I couldn't find one, and the Aputure 300d mkII (as well as the Nanlite 300B II) is beyond my budget. Thank you, in any case, for your channel; I'm subscribing !👍

[@ElMeach]

One thing about the amaran I haven't noticed until a year after owning it is the diffuser which is included for the reflector. I know it gets light everywhere again but the Hotspot is gone and makes it usable somehow... and takes away a lot of light... But usable.

[@thedeejlam]

"Cheap" regarding the Amaran's box and included reflector choice at least, but perhaps more 'inexpensive' as a fairer description of the overall product?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Fair point :D Guess in the moment cheap was what came to mind. A shorter word but likely incorrect usage

[@thedeejlam]

@@FellowFilmmaker And I should have added that I dig your vids; they're always both informative and lively, especially the ones where you show how you produced something, and ones about some custom thingamajig you've put together to make something work/work better.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! I'm hoping to put more out in the Rigged series soon :D

[@AyoolaBoyejo]

Currently trying to determine which is better out of Godox and Neewer.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Not sure, I usually stay away from Neewer lights myself

[@geezer2tech154]

Based on your review, I would lean toward the Godox. I only have one remaining Amaran light at present but due to their complete lack of warranty support I am hesitant to add any more.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Both are great lights, but yes a warranty can be helpful

[@ErnieSesameStreet]

Is it the skin tone has change for the video

[@rodriguezmanzomoises4208]

You should have compare the nanlite Fs series, not the forza to be a similiar price with the amarand

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So many lights out there :D

[@anggatamatirto541]

Is it safe to put a softbox 80c/31.5inch from godox for amaran 60D?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yes :D

[@northcoaststudios]

"So lets get nerdy." Dear, we came to the video nerdy, lol. That's why we're here. 😋 Fantastic video. Have you ever had a time with the Amaran where the fan sound was too much? So far, for narrative film, it's never been a problem for me. Sometimes I can hear it when I'm right next to it, but it doesn't seem to have any ability to carry any distance. The sound guy has never mentioned it either. Yeah, I wish the reflector was the old style reflector that used to come with the lights. The hot spot can sometimes be an issue when that much light is needed.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Hahah that's a great point! :D I haven't had too much of an issue with it, been using it as my keylight for awhile and don't seem to notice the sound at all

[@HectorRiveraPhotography]

godox for me is my wedding reception lights for video killer lights

[@FellowFilmmaker]

good to know

[@davemil716]

Which one for portraiture? Still not video...

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Any really. I like the Nanlite pretty good in this roundup, and the Godox as well, if you're only using the reflector the light comes with

[@kookiespace]

Wow not having a rocker switch and instead just a one-dimensional toggle (I'm not really sure what the correct button terminology would be there lol) is so baffling to me because... the way they implemented it would require way more complicated electronics ??? I guess maybe the rocker switches are kinda expensive and a bunch of electronic components are usually not? If you wanted to turn it into a rocker switch you'd probably have to attach some bodge wires that skips part of the "sensing" circuit which determines whether the button press should turn on the power delivery or turn it off (some kind of latching mechanism?) Would be very very interested to see a teardown of it :D If it wasn't so much I'd buy one and tear it down myself because I love hacking on electronics and I am very curious but also eeeeeeeh a bit too much to justify lol :D

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah good point, I'd have to tear into it haha :D Not sure if I'm up to that quite yet, I like the light and my history of tearing into tube lights to 'fix' them is so far 2:1 soooo yeah

[@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988]

I'll be getting the amaran for my small room I'll be converting into a bedroom/studio. Aputure's app which is superior, makes it easier as well since I can control via phone.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Sidus Link is a great app, i love it myself :D Was impressed with Nanlite's (Even tho it took them forever to get it out haha) and Godox's is ok but not my fav

[@jensuferiufermedia8457]

Thanks for this great comparison of these three lights. I think you are right-the Goddox is the best. I myself have no Goddox, i know the Amaran and the Nanlite. In my opinion the amaran is out because it is to loud for interview situations. I like the nanlite very much, but you are right, the adapter is fiddly. The knobs fall loose easily. I've already lost one. When you push the knob for the effects, it often accidentally activats an effect. This happens to me regularly and is quite annoying. Nevertheless- they are tiny and leight weight. Greetings from germany.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Great to hear your input, thanks for sharing :D

[@chuanpham1335]

Hi, bring Zhiyun Molus x100 and G60 in this comparation pls.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I'll see what I can do

[@nelsonclub7722]

The small rig is probably the best

[@tylou4479]

Needs to be updated to include the Zhiyun x100

[@FellowFilmmaker]

:) There are many lights out there, I went with the three brands that often get mentioned for this video

[@tylou4479]

@@FellowFilmmaker, I think the x100 is a pretty interesting product for the size as it is tiny and can produce 100w at 4500k.

[@KaReEdCa]

I think you can use the remote control to power it back up.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've tried, it does not work after a period of time an only if you used the remote to turn it off

[@KaReEdCa]

@@FellowFilmmaker i actually tried this last night. It does not work. You must fist turn on the light at the light for the remote to work. Bummer

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, I tested it awhile back and was disappointed too :/

[@asmabi0003]

forza 60 slightly produe magenda skin compare to my gvm 800d 31k congrats🎉

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing And thanks! :D

[@FromTheTeensMind]

I recently have been trying to buy a new set of lights and honestly the one thing that I can’t find the answer to on Google is what the letters mean. I see the letter b, c, d, x, w on some of these lights. Is there anyone that would be able to explain this to me further? I feel a little stupid not knowing this unfortunately.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Sure can! B = bi-color C = Color (usually RGB) D = Daylight (only 5600K) X = Also bi-color W = White which is also Daylight (5600K) Hope that helped!

[@FromTheTeensMind]

@@FellowFilmmaker Thank you! Is C equivalent to full color range? Which I assume means RGB yeah?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Typically yes some companies will have other letters to signify the color chip types

[@nil_photography_ny1952]

What’s the battery life on all?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Battery life is dependent on the batteries you buy which each brand is very different from the next

[@DigiDriftZone]

I have the ML60 and I cannot find any way to connect it to an app? - I think the app is only for the bi version?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I believe the ML60 works on the old Godox app The bi does work on the newer one if I recall

[@DigiDriftZone]

@@FellowFilmmaker Link please? - I cannot find any information about using ML60 with an app. The manual doesn't mention bluetooth at all, just the Godox physical remote.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Let me test it real quick.... Ok, so I was wrong. No app works with it and it's only remote controllable. Which is a separate purchase. :( Sorry about that! I guess that is something I totally missed! Sorry, I will go fix it

[@DigiDriftZone]

@@FellowFilmmaker Thank you for confirming, I thought I was going crazy! - the remote is pretty crappy too, I just timed it and it's holding the button for 16 seconds (!) to go from 1% to 100% output.. why Godox.. Have you found any quick way to adjust output without using the pots on the back of the light?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah I can agree, the remote could be rethought out. Nothing crazy for on the back, just fast fingers :D

[@sols9449]

Have you ever heard of the colbor cl60

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've heard of it, I hear it's making some waves

[@wenjiun88]

can you review Yongnuo YNLUX200 ?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Its not on my list at the moment

[@papsny]

Try the Colbor CL60x! Haha

[@FellowFilmmaker]

was looking at that one yesterday

[@JuanTheBone]

Godox ML60 is the better one cause its the one I already own.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha that's a good point :D