NEXT LEVEL Constant Light For FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY - Godox SLB60

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[@skylerburtphotos]

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[@DennisLimCY]

hey man, i own the Godox's AD600, and when i turn the handle, there is a feature to allow me to pull out the handle as i turn. Have you tried to see if you can pull the handle out so that i won't scratch the body of the light? (it should be a spring-loaded feature)

[@photographstanley8143]

would you like to review a led video light with power bank function

[@JisunsKitchen]

Thanks for the great video as usual! FYI, the Amazon link for the light is dead.

[@MT-jf1tn]

I still have my 1000 watts hot lights, that make the basil died in 2 minutes if you don’t do the shots fast 🤣

[@twinkie1773]

🤣🤣🤣I like fresh basil

[@annelienpienaarfoodconsult139]

I am also very happy with this light system. The fact that you can work with or without wires is also great when you shoot at a location that has poor supply for power outlets. Thank you for this review my mind is at peace that I purchased this light.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Awesome thanks that’s great to hear

[@PaulHarrisYoutube]

This video is insanely good. Very well edited. Ridiculously informative. Your photography is amazing. Just followed your insta! (And subscribed)

[@skylerburtphotos]

Hey thanks 🙏

[@ChefRamidaThaiFoodExpert]

Thank you so much . I'm trying to improve my shooting by following your tips .

[@SoulFoodCooking]

Godox has real bang for the bucks!!

[@LasTerrenasTV]

I think what you need is light 🤪 In my last video I use a Godox SL 150 with a huge 48” octobox and the lens at 14f because is a Laowa 24mm macro. For food is insane that lens! I will prepare a new video of drinks sooner :)

[@hermessingson5806]

thank you so much for this video, very true! -what you see is what you get. ☺️👍

[@omegafoodphotography8836]

Thank you for this video Skyler! Just got one of these and your video was helpful to put it to full use! 💜😊👍🏻 Cheers

[@erolmiralay7235]

THANKS TO ALL THE IDEAS ...

[@jonstephenson3314]

Great review. Just got two of these in here. Loving them.

[@crimsondigital]

As always, great video! Very informative. I have the Godox SL-200 which has more light output for video (however no battery). Only one thing, there are so many ads interrupting your fabulous videos!

[@AndrewWilsonOz]

I have the SL60W from Godox. They are the non-battery versions, and they are fantastic. They have a really good SRI rating, so really good colour rating. The remote controls makes working with these ones, a lot easier too. Great video btw.

[@threestars1968]

Do you use it for photography or shooting videos?

[@jamesdelmage986]

You know so much and are so detailed. Just a ton of info! I recently bought the aputure 120d ii but probably would have been better off with the savings on one of these.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Sell it and buy two of these 😉

[@jamesdelmage986]

@@skylerburtphotos Maybe I will. I don't have enough space currently for two.

[@cresramos]

Amazing work like always. Great inspiration

[@nukecanon1]

thanks man your videos are so helpful

[@dinaray81]

Thank you! You are awesome! Very informative.

[@roger21087]

Had been looking at these lights for a couple days, awesome timing on this review ! Could you give us some info on the table tops you use for your photography ?

[@lenspassions]

Thanks for sharing , I will go for it when it available in India :)

[@solomonyap9085]

you have a great tutorial, thank you so much

[@PaiviProject]

Hi and Wow what a right lighting can do. That's freaking beautiful. Boy I got so much to learn ! Thanks :D

[@IreneYoungFoto]

How does the Godox SLB60 compare with GVM 150W LED Video Light? Price is comparable. Quality? Power? Features? Are these silent for video? Thank you. I really enjoy your videos. Well done.

[@skylerburtphotos]

There not 100% silent, but if using a lav mic it’s fine. I couldn’t find many reviews on the GVM, I guess if your looking for a RGB light then GVM would be a good choice

[@travelfriendlyman]

Superb bro... you should be having a food channel to... where you can share recipes..😅😅 .. nice style of cooking...love your videos...

[@gabrielagonzales4714]

Thank you for your amazing video, just went on line and ordered me one...

[@karan111987]

A food youtuber explained a tech gear far better than a tech youtuber.. kudos

[@NinisCooking]

That definitely is what I lack to film my videos: lights! Can't afford any so far, but as soon as I will, I know where to go now 😌

[@JohnJonesRocketCity]

Falcon EYES SO-28TD is a cost effective option that is battery and outlet powered and it doesn’t even need diffusion. Awesome constant light for product and general lighting. Gerald Undone has an awesome review on it. Check it out!

[@LiveMusicOntario]

November 2019 I bought one of the SL60W (AC powered) and a Godox pop-up softbox - 38" (80cm) square. The softbox came with a speedlite Bowens bracket, not suitable for the SL60W. I then ordered a Bowens ring by Godox suitable as a go between for the box and the SL60W. A word of advice on the rings; they come in different dimensions of diameter and the size of the locking tabs, affecting security of fit to both the light and the box, even within a brand. e.g the Godox speedlite ring is 10 mm larger diameter than the Godox accessory version. That's a night and day difference in the box about to fall off the mount. So if you can, order those things as a combo. I ended up making some of my own rings on a 3D printer. The SL60W box included that 7" aluminum dish and a few different "shower cap" style diffusers that stretch over that small dish. A common package listed on Amazon. I can't see myself using the shower caps. I keep the box because it packs everything nicely in shaped foam. For shot setups like this episode, 50% power is about all I need. For doing an interview subject from about 6 feet, I estimate 70% and up in an unlit room. I don't notice the fan noise at all. I'd be putting a lapel mic on the subject anyway. I'm very happy with the product to price ratio on both products.

[@candeefoodee8155]

I am going to buy this for my youtube channel. Thank you :)

[@JonathanThompsonStoryteller]

I'm also on the lookout for some constant light which isn't a fortune like so many of the beautiful LED light panels. As I move to video from photography I want to use some of my Lastolite modifiers so I have a familiar light quality and controllability. My cameras for video aren't great at high ISO and for the most part, I don't enjoy cranking the ISO either. I've also looked at the Aputure LED lights, which recently seem to have gone up in price as popular You Tubers recommend them. I've heard that Canon's best ISO for video, regarding dynamic range, is 800 but my 80D never does well much above 400 for video, unless the scene is lighter and the noise is hidden in the bright spots. I want to light video creatively on location, so battery power is going to be a huge help, but I'm not sure these batteries will last long enough. Obviously, I could buy more batteries, but then we get more expensive and moves the choices into a different price bracket. I would imagine I'd be using these at pretty much full power most of the time. Will definitely check these out though. Thanks so much for the honest review. It's really helpful to see how well they work for stills and video. Love the channel and thanks for being an inspiration for creative growth. Cheers JT

[@_MJ07_]

You probably already know this by now (if im right), but im pretty sure that lever it ratcheting! Pull it out and reset it into place so it doesn't hit the body!.

[@mateodillon9412]

I've watched this video 15 minutes ago and I've just came back because I didn't suscribe and I think I should, nice content man

[@jenn7210]

Love watching your videos. Your photography and style are solid and so aesthetically pleasing. Do you do live workshops in the LA area? Where can I get that giant human size reflector / diffuser thing? I'm having a hard time finding it online. Many thanks! :)

[@FoodTechLife]

I just picked up the Godox SL-60W aka the 5600k and wired (no battery) version this past Friday. From a rough set of test the light performs great. Much better than the light I was using previously. I plan to post some example videos so people can see how it is using it with a MFT camera. What do you think about using those deep parabolic soft boxes for food videos/photography? I was planning on getting a 38” or maybe smaller one.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Awesome 🤘it depends on what your using the parabolic for, it’s nice for portraits but for food I don’t use mine

[@arifnh_]

looking forward to it. go go go.

[@Niels-Rietveld]

You should check out the nanlite forza 60. Great small light for a reasonable price.

[@jaguarjj]

would you please make a video about photographing food with Fresnel light mixed with flashes?

[@markharris5771]

They do look amazing for everyday use and I like their level of warmth, quite often constant lighting is very cold. As you pointed out you have kept your monos, I think they’ll be needed for all the splash shots etc and I’m not sure how the physics of constant lighting will overcome the advantages of super high speed sync.

[@MediumandrareIn]

Brilliant recommendation there. I was just about to buy a continuous light. A quick question- any samples to see for fast shutter shots? Something at 1/800 or 1/1000? Have you tried any shot at that speed?

[@skylerburtphotos]

I haven’t tried

[@HollyWaterfall]

Hey Skyler - have you done a video yet dedicated to food video lighting? I wasn't able to find one and would love to hear your setup and opinions. I'm always trying to get bright and airy shots that look natural but struggle with it looking blown out when i use artificial lighting.

[@redikulus]

I bought one SLB60 and one SL-60. Used for food / drink shoots - however the SLB60 runs out of battery pretty quick even when it's plugged into the mains, it still dies and turns off mid-shoot! Is there a way to have the power running off the mains whilst the battery charges? It's very impractical if it dies mid shoot and needs to be charged - even though its plugged into mains?!

[@skylerburtphotos]

I find keeping the power to around 60-70% keeps it from shutting off

[@КонстантинКонстантин-щ1ь]

Nice video! But what about freeze something?, I see that you have all time 1/6 - 1/15. Can this light work with 1/500, 1/800. Or higher. For freezing something in food photography. Thank you

[@skylerburtphotos]

it's a constant light and it's not powerful enough to use that high of shutter speed without sacrificing ISO. You would need a light 5 stops brighter. I'm also not sure what you're freezing at that shutter speed. I personally, would get studio strobes at that point.

[@archanajha4458]

Hi, to freeze actions , 1/250 for canon and 1/200s is enough with good strobe flash light. In those cases , it is not HSS only helps for freezing the fast moving subject, it is the strobe flash which records the subject's movement, with ISO 100 or 200. ( again depending on strobe power settings.).

[@arifnh_]

Wow... that's a lot. thank you.

[@kristinabrisbin5095]

I just came across your channel, I'm loving how informative you are and explain it in terms I can relate to. What was the company that you purchased your linen from?

[@SusanneGeert]

I am actually considering the Godox ML60 as a supplement for my Godox AD600 (I find the strobe a bit too time consuming since there is a lot of shooting and adjusting). The ML60 is also for bit of video filming. Do you find he SLB60 powerful enough for food photography? And for video? Do you have problems with fan noise? Thanks in advance ;-)

[@amirf.3471]

Thanks, it was another informative video. for the battery issue, you can use AC-DC adaptor if you use it in the studio.

[@anjummohammed2498]

Hello just wanted to ask why is the shutter speed so low? Is it for more ambiant light to pass? I would have reduced the F stop and increased the shutter speed?

[@JohnDoukasPhotography]

Would you recommend these for an on-location shoot at a restaurant?

[@KhoaNguyen-oe2kf]

About the adjustment knob thingy at 11:35, i'm pretty sure you can pull that handle away from the body to turn it sort of like a ratchet so it doesn't hit your light. I noticed some of my cheap flash s-brackets with a similar handle do that.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Yeah just discovered that thanks 👍

[@p10dushyanthac]

B stands for Bowens mount :D

[@skylerburtphotos]

yes probably, why didn't I think of that!!!!

[@ecpmodelsagency1062]

Good catch!

[@ashleyokahara3458]

I know this video is older but someone please explain how you do the fancy snap and thing where the stuff changes or disappears. I’ve been trying to figure out how to google this for days and so know my wording is wretched. 😅😅

[@skylerburtphotos]

You film it twice, one with the snap and the subject, then you take the subject away or change it, then film the snap again. Then with the two clips, you edit them together at the snap. If you did it good in camera and lined the snap up in both clips, it should look smooth.

[@Lorenzo88C]

I would have taken the 100w model ;)

[@w2sixpackchef]

Hey where is that wooden table/backdrop from by chance? Thanks!

[@travelfriendlyman]

Can you please make a video on shooting super slow motion on a DSLR... for food Photography...😶😶😶🤔🤔🤔

[@byronholman9228]

What key light do you use in this video for yourself?

[@skylerburtphotos]

Most of the time it’s the Godox SLB60 but in clips you see both godox lights in frame then I’m using my modeling light from my strobes

[@joaquinoneglia7292]

Hey! How would you set up light if you had to make a video of a famous cheff cooking? Where you cannot be stopping every single moment to setup the shots and the surrounding kitchen was important too?

[@joselynschmitt9425]

I have a problem with the light not being able to hold up my softbox. Any idea why that is? I've tightened the black thing that you have a problem with touching the light body, till I'm afraid I'll strip the threading....I have very identical setup and gear like you have. When I want to raise my light slightly, the whole thing just droops downward. Very frustrating. I've contacted godox but haven't gotten any help yet

[@JoseSorianoPhotography]

thanks for the video. About the lever, it has a spring so you can pull it to avoid scratching the light.

[@BriceLicatese]

Damnnn really good !

[@sararara8074]

which lense and focal length you use most probably

[@VintageDobermanandFrenchies]

Hey great videos. What are you using as a burner in the opening intro?

[@EkaterinaTumanova]

Hi! Thanks for your all video! What lens did u use in this video?

[@skylerburtphotos]

for the photos a canon 50mm 1.2L and for the video most of the shots were made with the canon 24mm f1.4L

[@BrandonLuckain]

I'm getting closer to an hour with my SLB60W - not sure why you're getting such short runtime

[@enshongmiranda]

Can you use it while charging?

[@anooradharajesh3559]

Hai is the GODOX SL60W good enough for video shooting also

[@skylerburtphotos]

I use it in all my videos

[@Muneer.Haroun]

Amazing light.. may i know what did you use to hang the cam from top?? Is it possible to add a link so i can order it directly...thanks in advance

[@skylerburtphotos]

KILLER Overhead Camera RIG For Food Photography kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHa0pn1pqZKVorM

[@derryk1]

At some point I would like to do product shots and food photography I'm a video guy expanding my repertoire of visual offerings . I just have to keep on trying till I get there and then when I'm ready I will invest in a medium format camera like the Fuji GFX cameras, since I can not in no way afford nor justified the purchase of a Hasselblad and lenses. That larger format will really make the tones and tonal range worth it's weight in gold allowing a better end result and I can demand higher prices from clients when they see the difference. I am of course getting way ahead of myself here but that is the direction that I am setting for.

[@sebastiaangoogleguidion8820]

Do you have a link for the big diffuser? Thanx! Great video's by the way!

[@photographstanley8143]

Hi Skyler, would you like to review a led video light with power bank function

[@AlmiraMasteR]

How did you put the light on octabox?

[@BespokeFotografie]

Can’t you just pull on the handle and it slides to not hit the body of the unit when moving it?

[@skylerburtphotos]

yes I'm stupid sometimes

[@tingtingzhu7164]

In respect of food photography, would you prefer the 'Y' model or the more neutral (daylight) model?

[@fuxing81]

I just wonder if 60w is good enough for food/product photography after all if there is no ambient light

[@dankuettel5063]

I just found out about Lume Cubes. Not sure if you have heard of those. If not, check them out.

[@alanandrews7403]

How is the noise coming from these once they get hot? Will they pick up in the video’s audio?

[@skylerburtphotos]

Yes they have a fan, if you’re using a shotgun mic probably will notice the fan, but on a lav mic it’s fine

[@GilbertTV]

good lights for the price ... .. just a thought for your dynamic range & low noise... have you looked at other cameras ? i ditch Canon & so happy now i shoot with the Sony a7riii ..just amazing dynamic range & high ISO performance... like what you do.... liked & subed

[@skylerburtphotos]

Yeah I have looked into Sony, I'm more looking for a video camera that's better at ISO/DR but for photography, because I shoot food I'm rarely (if ever) above ISO100

[@chandrasekhar-travelandfoo1373]

Skyler, thanks for the informative video. I've been wanting to buy a video light to shoot slowmo broll of food. Would you recommend the sl60w for shooting at 120fps? Does it have enough power? Also I've heard quite a few reports of flickering. How's your experience?

[@SoyandPepper]

Does anyone know what the grid does?

[@dhananjayan3250]

May be studio light!!

[@karan111987]

Hii, In this battery version, can we light this up with electricity source if incase we dont want to attach the battery with this led light or this will work only with battery. Thanks

[@cweb1988]

can the battery version still be plugged into the wall? And.....a light like this isn't gonna do much for portraits unless you're shooting at like 1.4 with a full frame camera. Ya? I'm trying to find a continuous light I could use for portraits with my APSC camera. I guess I should probably just go for flashes/strobes.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Yes they can and no I wouldn’t buy them for portraits unless using a tripod and higher iso

[@malvinamuzichuk8318]

Thank you so much! Awesome tutorial videos! Where could I purchase the overhead stands for a canon 5d iv?

[@skylerburtphotos]

KILLER Overhead Camera RIG For Food Photography kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHa0pn1pqZKVorM

[@malvinamuzichuk8318]

We Eat Together thank you so much!

[@lrstc95]

I'm a beginner, even my camera hasn't arrived yet, and I'm looking to start buying a godox sl60 + two yn360III to take pictures of food. the camera i bought is an xt3 + 35mm f2, do you think it would be a good start?

[@totoroutes5389]

What is the sound level of that light? Is it fanless and quiet for interviews?

[@skylerburtphotos]

It has a fan, I don’t hear it on my lav mic

[@travelfriendlyman]

Wow... beautiful... i want these lights 🤩🤩🤩🤩👌👌👌👍👍

[@alessiopolito1429]

great video I've ordered an led ring light 640 what do you think for food photography? TIA

[@skylerburtphotos]

Try it out and tag me in it

[@KitchenKnifeGuy]

Just curious, your video really made me want to get this light for my KZbin knife videos and food photography, but it is currently unavailable. What similar model would you recommend with the same functions?

[@azizulzulzaha]

Is there anything else in this world that is similar to this?

[@photoshareshops4687]

Thanks! I'm trying to decide what lighting system to jump to. This helps!

[@EarPlugTV]

Great video man!!! Thank you for sharing :)

[@6gwilliams]

Just press down on the button on the handle and you can pull it out as you rotate to tighten or loosen. Works that way on all Godox/Flashpoint monolights.

[@VTGGT]

This is actually the same chassis as the AD600BM but with constant light. Same battery, same charger...

[@allisonbrase6739]

I know you said it doesnt matter for shooting still food photography which light (yellow or daylight balanced) but wonder if you could explain further if it would be beneficial to buy the daylight if going to shoot video and stills with the light eventually?

[@skylerburtphotos]

It really depends on what ambient light you have as you’ll most likely want to match that with your constant light, but if this is your only light source then it doesn’t matter

[@wilteduk007]

I have the SLB60W versions. I had to mod the fan due to noise being picked up on my videos. Other than that very good lights for the money.

[@skylerburtphotos]

Yeah I saw others do that said it was easy

[@RustedFaith]

Difference between SL-60 / SLB60? Can we use this light for food prep. videos?

[@osocat]

I got a question, I want to buy this light for food photography, which temperature light is better and why? Does the 3000K is better to pop up the colors straight out of camera?

[@skylerburtphotos]

I would say stick to daylight 5600K unless your shooting video with other tungsten lights in the room like I am (which is why I ordered the 3000K) If no other lights are present (especially natural light) then 3000k is fine, since you can then white balance either in post or in camera.

[@osocat]

We Eat Together thank you so much for taking the time to reply! Love your work

[@qingwen99]

Are you looking to mix your new lights with other light sources with different colour balances such as window light or flash?

[@skylerburtphotos]

No they do make daylight balanced versions for that, but I got the tungsten to match my studio ambient light

[@BillShakespeare]

I believe SL stands for Strobe Light 💡.. or I could be wrong. SLB= Strobe Light Battery 🔋

[@skylerburtphotos]

yes you're probably right, however it's not a strobe.

[@curtisdias2487]

Hey man what are those stands you got your tables tops on ive been looking for something like that

[@GirishJoshi]

Do you thin you would move over to constant lighting over studio strobes or keep photographing with strobes? Thanks for all the awesome tutorials and videos you keep posting.

[@skylerburtphotos]

I use strobes because I do stuff that requires high speed flash

[@_0O0O0O0_]

Static light

[@hoanvokim]

Hi could I ask you. I am going to buy godox SL200 for food photography. Could I go for it? Sometimes I shoot video with it?

[@tariqalexanderwaheed476]

Love it😃