Zhiyun X60 Small COB LED light for Video and Photography HONEST Markus review

[@craigieb]

After I play your videos, my face is smiling. I love your spirit, your child-like fascination with gadgets, and your positive attitude. Thanks for putting your joy into the world!

[@BetterTogetherMedia-xj8hm]

Should have seen his vegan videos! Super awesome

[@TekedixXx]

For those wondering, the reason the new 60w is brighter than the old 60w is because the led technology is more efficient per watt. Essentially the chemistry and design of the newer diodes allows for more light from the same amount of power. In some cases, you will see 6%-10% increases just from one model year to the next. Doesn't sound like much but it makes a difference when you're running 250 diodes on a panel, or a big cob like these lights. Funny enough the horticulture industry is driving a lot of led advancements. The H at the end of Samsung led model names stands for "horticulture" and they're some of the top of the line diodes on the market. (And overpriced/over marketed)

[@samuelhodges6471]

Wow, I didn't know this information about these lights. I am going to have to review this lesson. This was very helpful. Thanks, Markus.

[@ModMax69]

Thank you Markus. Your videos always perk me up and set the mood for the day!

[@MarkusPix]

Happy to hear that!

[@Theo5555]

Markus, you made my day... again. Thanks man . Greetz from Belgium

[@Light_Worker]

You doing such good job on honest review and make it fun to watch too. Thank you

[@b00ty]

Thanks for checking these things out, I hope they take your feedback into account

[@realmattjc]

Really appreciate this video. I was on the verge of buying one. Much as it looks a fantastic light, I’m put off with the whole power thing. It feels like you need to buy more stuff to get the most out of the light.

[@GrizzlyGaz]

Hey Markus! Love the channel. I need some of your neverending camcorder wisdom, with you being the camcorder god and all... I have a project coming up where I'll need that late 90's early 00's analog look and feel to the video. So my question is: are there any modern camcorders that produce this look? I suppose I could mess around with luts and filters but I would prefer it to look authentic... Keep up the good work buddy. Ps. LOVED To The Ends of Time!

[@djsusan00]

Congrats to the winner. I wanna look into these lights more. They seem handy, but there are a lot of flaws. I like the last one you showed off I agree the design is really good.

[@johnsaucerhunter]

Mr. Markus. I'm so glad your able to do the reviews and explain exactly your likes and dislikes on a product, and how you can get the most from them. Really looking forward to your upcoming video featuring the adapter that will boost the lights to 100 watts. And I apologize for the following if you've mentioned it in a prior episode... but is there a backstory about Funko?

[@wakuyanow]

Thanks for the great review. I'm looking to make a portable (backpack) kit for two person interviews. Your videos always helpful. And fun.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@kurbstercinematography]

I just got the Zhiyun X60 60 Watt Version, Plus the mini octagon box. I like the light that it put out with it's mini octagon softbox

[@iamshake7778]

I purchased the X60 last Friday and it will arrive tomorrow😅 I just like that it looks like it’s fun to play around with it.Peace Markus✌️

[@MarkusPix]

It is fun to play with 😊

[@iamshake7778]

@@MarkusPix as a second comment regarding the battery, I wish they just made the height of it the same as the length of the light or made it even when it’s connected to the side.

[@MarkusPix]

I agree. Arrghhh

[@helloianzakharov]

Love that review without tech specs I don’t need 👌🏻

[@MarkusPix]

😅

[@rezjrprod]

I just bought this..I like how the battery detaches.. I'm shooting a doc in Spain i needed a small light I can pack and then it the battery in my carry on. great info bud

[@Pine4205]

TY. Have a good day.

[@Jwitherow1964]

Good morning Markus I like that light

[@AINEET]

Which would you recommend? I'm seeing a lot love for the 60 but AFAIK I think the smallrig has better cri, and the 60 leans to magenta. So the smallrig should give better skin tones

[@MarkHarveyArt]

We’re looking to go cruising this year and I’m going through my various old cameras looking to see what to pack. Don’t want to take the world with me so have just bought a few pen light leds with magnets… as cruise ship cabins tend to have metal walls, the magnets should stick to that a treat :-) they won’t give off much light, but only want them for a post of infill. I have a choice of cameras, a Sony cx450, Panasonic hv-c160, a Sony hx60, lumix dmc lx7, Vuze xr 180 3D and a Ricoh theta 360. Thus far I am probably going to leave out the Panasonic hvc 160, but keep in the two Sony’s, the Theta 360 and the Vuze. Sound will be through my Tascam and I’ll also pack monopole and mini tripod. Not high tech, but mobility and ease of use is my focus, plus I have remotes for the Sony’s.

[@felixxyzz]

Moin Markus, how is the output at 1% in comparison with the Smallrig 60? Some Brands are already very bright on 1 %. Greetings from Hamburg

[@kingsamvisuals]

Zhiyun is. comimg out with so many interesting products. Just a few years ago these were huge.

[@hsjawanda]

Could you use an L-bracket (like the kind used with cameras to give quick 90° changes) to mount the light so that the battery is at the bottom?

[@bambanx]

and for outdoor works? thanks

[@RockStarTomUK]

Absolutely awesome video as always! Thank you Markus. You are truly amazing, real genuine 💯👌🏼

[@NeilEvery]

3 of these would make a great travel kit. These, AC adapters, a couple umbrellas and 3 of the K&F Concept folding light stands would all fit in one pelican case. Thanks for the video

[@MarkusPix]

Yes that sounds close to what I would do

[@shivneelnarayan5638]

What softbox would u recommend with x60

[@GilbertTV]

ive got a Ulanzi L023 40W cob led , it cost 70 bucks & its awesome.. you can get a mini soft box & grid for it too , works great for my street fashion shoots at night

[@papsny]

i love the molus series, only which the app was reliable or you can pair it witha physical remote

[@rezjrprod]

Can you link me to the contraption so I can put the full size Bowens modifier on?

[@grandPa63]

You are the best. Thank you

[@ManinaGarage]

Super wicked! Thank you Duderama! 🙌

[@WorldMoneyWins]

Really good review Markus. I hope they take your suggestions.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@WorldMoneyWins]

@@MarkusPix 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@krzeszewski]

always great stuff

[@MarkusPix]

🙏

[@riskybiscutz]

I feel like the silicone diffusion dome you don't like would make a great, compact, top-light source that you could use like you would a lantern softbox. You could control the spill with a few strips of cinefoil or aluminum foil and some gaff tape.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@drhito]

I've been loving using Umbrellas as modifiers for flash photography for their versatility and softness. I recently bought a video light, but I struggle getting certain lighting looks, Rembrandt for example, and controlling the spill of the light. May you please explore this in a future while using these smaller lights?

[@MarkusPix]

Try a silver umbrella, there is no backwards spill

[@drhito]

@@MarkusPix Thank you for your reply.; I've been getting much better results.

[@bassamhassan1119]

Thank you for the all the information. I would like to ask about (white balance) Have ever used a ball with stick rather than card? I was thinking about and I don't know if it will work? I don't have the right knowledge to taste it

[@MarkusPix]

Yes I like baseball better than playing cards

[@Photobuffeddy1314]

Good vids very informative.. good info ℹ️

[@fistfulloflenses]

just found your channel, very informative thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@timmygebhard]

Seems like design aesthetics was prioritized over reliability and functionality. Thank you for your review.

[@vladimirorodrigues]

Sucks to be a broke guy... Always great to see your videos and listen to you and learn from you. Greatings from Norway

[@MarkusPix]

The first step to success is to stop calling yourself a broke guy

[@vladimirorodrigues]

@@MarkusPix doesn't make it different but yes you right, dream and believe on something makes the diference. love your work and what you show here, thx Markus

[@droe90]

How bad would it be to just use "$20" 200watt dimmable bulbs in a soft box or reflector. It's the easiest setup for me and doesn't look too unprofessional once you attach a soft box. Down side is you have to plug them in but essentially you'd have to plug in the molus as well for more than an hour of shooting. (For outdoor i use a 350watt power station that i have laying around anyway for power outtages)

[@MarkusPix]

You could if you like fire hazards and only shooting indoors since the camera has to be set to 3200 tungsen

[@droe90]

​@@MarkusPix this one is bi-color 95W Light Bulb Professional Photography Remote Control LED Softbox Light Bulb in E26/E27 Socket, Adjustable Color Temperature 3000k to 6500k Lighting Photo Studio Lamp Dimmable Tricolor LED Bulbs

[@MarkusPix]

Oh you're talking about an LED. I thought you meant old school 200w

[@droe90]

@MarkusPix Yes sir, but I'm sure the molus is much better, and convenient. just a bit costly if I'm replacing 4 lights at $300 a pop.

[@droe90]

Update: I ended up getting the x100 without the battery and a cx100. They're pretty cool, my ugreen 130watt bank powers them great!!!

[@simoz78]

I am using the smallrig as I need it to run for hours (for video) and can change the v-mount battery (or power bank) while working with the internal battery

[@jerran_duty]

That’s pretty dope, idk if it will fit into my workflow with the odd battery connections but thank you for the info!!

[@MarkusPix]

Why are they odd? I was just showing how many ways this thing could be powered besides the battery it comes with. Some people want a battery that runs for hours. But you could just plug it in the wall too.

[@jerran_duty]

@@MarkusPix oh I may have misunderstood, the NP wasn’t getting full power from the light, but I’m not sure how I would power it, I use mostly those. I haven’t invested into bigger batteries yet

[@imagenatura]

Interesting, Markus. I'm just curious, but after dealing with all these batteries, do you put them in a safe place? It would seem that you're just one manufacturing defect away from a potentially dangerous situation in your house. The more batteries you have, the greater the risk.

[@MarkusPix]

What do you fear happening?

[@imagenatura]

@@MarkusPixFire, it happens sometimes. Of course, the risk is multiplied by the number of batteries owned and types of batteries. Theoretically, it shouldn't happen; and yet it does.

[@MarkusPix]

I've had a thousand batteries sitting around for 15 years and not one has ever spontaneously combusted. Maybe if they are under load, but just sitting around I would assume the probability is pretty low.

[@imagenatura]

@@MarkusPix You're right in that the probability is low. A quick search reveals 1.5% of batteries are linked to fires. You have 1000s. That would increase your risk due to quantities. Also, you buy many direct from China, another factor. Your choice. Love your videos!

[@nickj3043]

Have you seen the ulanzi 40w pro? I got the non pro version a couple months ago and have been really enjoying it.

[@MarkusPix]

40w isn't bright enough for what I do

[@MelvinDlaCruz]

hey can you compare this to the godox ml100?

[@MarkusPix]

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[@MelvinDlaCruz]

@@MarkusPixThank you, but I want to see a comprative hahha

[@visualsbysanga5523]

A 60 watt led and a 60 watt tungsten light, are they the same brightness?

[@MarkusPix]

You mean old school tungsten? No, LEDs are much much brighter

[@filx5466]

What about quality of light cri etc

[@MarkusPix]

Its excellent.

[@dymonmein]

Did you know Ulanzi made a 150w bicolor cob light? Have you used tried it?

[@MarkusPix]

It's no battery powered. I focus on small portable travel stuff mainly.

[@shivenlak]

Hi Markus, I really like your videos. I’m deciding between a Sony HDR-SR12 camcorder and the cx405. The HDR-SR12 seems better but there are no videos on it anywhere and barely any information? Could you possibly make a video about it, or let me know your thoughts? Thanks

[@MarkusPix]

The 405 is almost a decade newer and has XAVCS video which is higher quality

[@tanner.quintero]

I do really like the RC60 but I'm still not sure about buying it

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

i see a light that may be good for some, ezmode orion 80 but there's an annoying handle that seems not detachable.

[@MarkusPix]

Its even bigger than the Smallrig

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

the other option is ulanzi 40w cob with built in battery, well...its dimmer

[@soapdrinker]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@foobaryorozuya4397]

How's this light compare to the Collar CL60

[@MarkusPix]

In brightness? Very close

[@agentbey]

Oooooooo. I like the X60. Did you say brighter? You got my attention!

[@MarkusPix]

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[@denizahmet2299]

Main feature for me is actually the RGB version - for the size that is one of the brightest on the market. They should have just made an RGB version of the G60.

[@VirtousStoic]

❤boss would love it if you review NEEWER CB100C 130w RGB

[@FooksTechnology]

Great video 👍

[@log0log]

Markus, you have a very interesting "toys" collection, I've watched most of your LED light videos, so I had to buy some of this toys too few remarks to you video: - x100 battery gives 100w, single NP-F battery 30w max, so they are not comparable - x100 battery gives only 30W via USB-C port - ZHIYUN already has Bowens Mount Adapter for G60 almost without reflector, which is not good for X100/60 due to ventilation around the mount - if battery at the bottom, still 3 sides for ventilation would be available (a bit smaller aria) There is a new interesting option for the battery grip, which comes with copycat of x100/60 - Colbor w60/w100 with PG77/99 grip, and Yidoblo grip for ZC-100BI , ZGCINE H90, cost less than X100 battery there are few more interesting LED lights on the market, you might be interested in - Andoer Tri-Color (digitek, SHUNYI ) compact 60W for around $50 and SIDANDE Stander Sun Lamp RGB Led

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you. I actually have several of the X100 copycat lights on the way to test them. And yes I said in the video that NPF only puts out 30w but it still can work the X60 at half power.

[@log0log]

@@MarkusPix I'll wait for your new reviews, although already invested in CX100 & Andoer lights I was actually talking about 1:30, where wellmaking80w is compared to x60+battery, "they both run for 30min", but one at 60w, another at 30w.... and X60 is 50min according to the website (30min for x100)

[@MarkusPix]

The Wellmaking battery is not a normal 7.5v NP. It's a special 14v

[@markattardo]

Nice lights! I hope they listen to your feedback and at least consider it.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@markattardo]

@@MarkusPix 😂👍

[@mohammedsaqallah32]

You should look into the ZGCINE H90 it will change your life hehe

[@codythep]

Thanks for this

[@MarkusPix]

Lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIbapZmsdqqLiqssi=49LfrjEeXo3ERt8_ It didn't change my life but thank you

[@mohammedsaqallah32]

@@MarkusPix I don't see it in your video ..I'm taking about the zg-h90

[@MarkusPix]

Oh sorry, ok, ...the ZG-H90 is huge compared to the X100, heavier and less bright

[@mohammedsaqallah32]

@@MarkusPix it can replace a v mount battery and act as a handle ...for amaran 60 ...yongnuo ynlux100 ...ynlux200...godox ml60 ...since it's a handle with a d-tap output

[@MileyonDisney]

Hey, Funko!

[@MarkusPix]

😊

[@kencornwell]

I am beginning to think lighting is your favorite subject and hobby. It is fun to learn from your expertise.

[@MarkusPix]

It is!

[@digialityproductions793]

Thank you. As always, another fun and informative video.

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you. Much more fun than doing taxes. The more distractions the better 😄

[@Jwitherow1964]

Off the wall do you drink coffee?

[@MarkusPix]

Never. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWqrdaB4iZ6sh9U

[@Jwitherow1964]

Oh crap I am 60 years old and my mom says she put coffee in my bottle, I’m don’t remember ever starting my day with out a cup of coffee.

[@Jwitherow1964]

That was a good video

[@Jwitherow1964]

Yahoo

[@simonpayne7994]

Dear Markus. Batteries - more exact - accumulators are NOT measured in watts. Lamps are. if you have a 100W lamp and you attach it to a 100Wh battery it will burn at full power for 1 hour. If you take the same lamp and attach it to a 50Wh battery it will run for half an hour. On a 200Wh battery the 100W lamp will burn for 2 hours. The unit is Wh not W. If the full 100Wh inside the battery ever get out to the lamp which wants to consume 100W as long as it can is a different story. W i.e. Watt is a unit for measuring power. More watts means the lamp is brighter. Wh i.e. Watt-Hour is a unit for work (or in this case possible work - in other words - battery capacity). More Watt-Hours mean the lamp will burn longer. There is no such thing as a 100W battery. What you can buy is a 100Wh battery. Then we have losses in the cable and eventually losses in a voltage converter somewhere along the line.

[@MarkusPix]

Yes that is totally correct Professor 😆 My channel basically translates "nerd" to something normal people can understand. Most of them didn't even understand my white balance or proper exposure videos. So if the light they are trying to power is a 60 watt light with an NP battery like I show in the video, you'll notice the readout on the light says 30w... because with an NP battery, it is just a 30w light, and that's all people want to know. Hell if I REALLY wanted to throw them a loop, I can say technically a 30w light is not half as bright as a 60 w light... but I know better to not go there. I use terms people understand... like "little round thingie" and "the pointy part"

[@simonpayne7994]

@@MarkusPix I have nothing against translation of technical language into laymen's language. But if you translate, you should translate correctly. Not distinguishing between watts and watt-hours is just as banana as not distinguishing between miles and m.p.h. Afterall, Wh is what you get on your electricity bill. There is not much rocket science about that! My term "work" is also a quite well known entity.

[@Elvis_Pond5]

Markus, I found a small cheap light on Amazon Markus What do you think about this small cheap video light❔ It has a 4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon $ 22.00 Thousands sold (7800) ULANZI VL49 2000mAh LED Video Light w 3 Cold Shoe, Rechargeable Soft Light Panel, Portable Photography Lighting for DJI OSMO, Sony DSLR, Canon Camera, GoPro Vlogging,

[@MarkusPix]

There's all kinds out there like that amzn.to/3PzfrPk I have a number of them, they work great, but obviously don't put out anywhere near the light of a 60w or 100w COB light

[@trym2121]

I think x60 and x100 is designed to be mostly handheld with battery looking on how awkward the center of gravity is with battery and you power it through USB type C for tripod usage, just like the g60.

[@MarkusPix]

I hate cords and dangly stuff. I like batteries attached to the light, like the Wellmaking 80w

[@blainemitchell]

They are nice but the price is too high and you have to buy all the accessories.

[@Tom_A.K.]

🤴Funko?

[@MarkusPix]

My funky friend. He's always happy. I like that. 😊

[@del-fu3265]

It baffels me, that sooooo much Photo/Video-Gear is released that is insanely unpractical in real life. Who engineered that garbage? Not a Filmmaker/Photographer thats for sure. All this proprietary trash landing in a landfill in 2 years max😶

[@sigfreddy2000]

for the same amount of money as the combo version with battery I get a used professional light from Arri. fashionable lights

[@MarkusPix]

Is it battery powered, small and just as bright? If so, which model?

[@sigfreddy2000]

@@MarkusPix No Arri model, is my point of view, the price for what is on the market I find it a little high