Smallest 3 LIGHT VIDEO KITS for Travel Vlogs

[@BrettBarnes]

I am so glad I found your channel. My son and I are starting a new video production company and your videos are priceless to us. Thank You

[@MarkusPix]

Best of luck!

[@DigitalSketcher]

The intro animation gave me flashbacks to childhood memories watching The Pink Panther :)

[@lucasconde]

This is just perfect! You are the one and only guy that can bring this unique and so thought out content like this, Markus! Your contribution for the photo and video community is just INFINITE! Thank you so much, I can't thank you enough for this. 🙌

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you liked it!

[@ulfdanielsen6009]

It´s a long way from the sunny coast line of the Pacific or the arid Dune like landscapes of the South-West in the US to Scandinavia here in northern Europe,- yet here I am,- again ,- following Markus teaching me how to make my entire production package small enough to fit in my beloved Volvo wagon next to my instruments, costumes and audio kit ready to go create a music video. How I just love Gonzo production. Thank you, Markus. :)

[@johnathanta]

Markus, your approach to REAL LIFE video making is just the best - thank you for this video. I'm all-in on lightweight, point and shoot + this lighting kit, I want to learn how to use the equipment for an edgey cinematic look ideal for instagram!

[@DeaqonJamesLV]

Those Home Depot lights are the business. They're extremely bright and insanely light weight. I am so glad I saw your video that suggested them.

[@RafaelOrtizPhotography]

I got the homedepot lights from the first time you mentioned them. I tried them out with a friend and the pictures turned out great. I took two of the lights and formed a square. The square catch light looked awesome.

[@johnsaucerhunter]

Enjoyed theepisode Mr. Markus . I think I may have mentioned on the episode where you first introduced the HomeDepot LED Garage Lights, that I had bought a few of them. I'm still having fun experimenting with them and the fact that I can do all sorts of angles is such a plus. So I thank you again for the heads up!

[@WayWalker3]

Hi Markus. I just found your channel a week ago and have been bingeing on your treasure trove of knowledge and insight. Your light-hearted and entertaining videos cut through so much of the tech-speak that all too often kills the fun in subjects like these. I also really enjoyed your personal journey videos and how you persevered until you found your place, peace and soulmate in the world, along with your sense of freely giving a share of things back to people. Keep it up. 😃👍

[@OttoVonRaz]

Wait up!!! The shop lights looked the best in my opinion. Really beautiful wraparound light 😮 That is is wild and cool that the cheapest and lightest lights look so good. Thank you!💗💗💗

[@CinematicCaffe]

Your video is incredibly clear to understand! Thank you

[@johng5819]

Good video! I think they all look decent enough but I would prefer the cordless Wellmaking....they seem like less hassle. The Home Depot lighting is a close second.

[@richardra4702]

Thank you so much Markus.! You are truly amazing.!! Don't know what I'd do without you & your wealth of knowledge /experience.??!! Of course, the best part is you are so willing & kind to share with the rest of us.! It IS fun.!! As it should be. Glad for you that you have a beautiful, like-minded lady to share your life-adventure with.Thx again.!!

[@MarkusPix]

My pleasure!

[@rock0228maggie]

I don't know how I stumble to this channel, but I am glad. For the past few days, I have been watching almost all the videos on this channel and it really uplifted my passion for photography. I love photography even though my skills is level 1. Markus is great, I am impressed with his insight, talent and intelligence about photography, filming, gear and most importantly, made me feel good to take photos with whatever camera I have. I have 2 canon cameras which I have invested in years. 2 of those were point and shoot cameras and 1 is mirrorless with a kit lens. I am a huge fan of camcorder, I had a canon camcorder (the basic ones) and I loved it. I gave it to my Dad so he can enjoy taking videos of his chickens and orchids. I am a new subscriber to this channel, more power to Markus.

[@NakormiteVasu]

Your videos are treasure for owners of digital cameras =)

[@TommyDrone]

Love your videos. I learn a lot and they are fun to watch. 13:45 Awesome advice.

[@MorrowsPhotos]

Thank you! We enjoyed getting the tips and reviews. Finding the best light weight situation for me is key after few spinal surgeries. Again I appreciate each video.

[@flyerbluedog]

I saw the light stands (tripods/selfie-sticks) yesterday, and now this one on lights... Wow! You’re giving me so many options! Thanks Markus!

[@mikemagners1004]

Love what you do. I’ve learned so much

[@wakuyanow]

Thanks for this. It was great. I'd also like to see a video on "Compact Light Kits For 2 Person Interviews" and how you would set them up.

[@windycityred9040]

Love the use of the white sheet, looking forward to trying this.

[@Liazon098]

Great episode. I'm amazed that you have a home Depot kit!!!

[@MACBoricua]

I really like the umbrella options

[@bouncenerd]

Thanks for the video guys! I really loved the fact that you took so many different options out into the field and showed what they can do. I am still blown away by that Home Depot folding light from the previous video. So I’m gonna go down to Home Depot and pick me up a couple. I have a product photography set up I want to try it on. Thanks Markus!

[@DrRussell]

Priceless advice thank you Sir

[@realnikonlover6207]

Wow do I love this video! Markus you and Cara never cease to amaze me with the quality and fact filled videos. Thanks always. Jim❤

[@photorealm]

Marcus, your videos are exceptionally valuable and truly worth watching. Your ability to cover an extensive range of topics in such concise timeframes, spanning from budget-friendly options to the higher-end ones, is truly impressive. The meticulous comparisons you offer of the latest gear available on the market are nothing short of fantastic. I am sincerely delighted that you continue to provide such insightful brain food.

[@MarkusPix]

Wow, thank you!

[@ftbalz]

"Liked" before it even started. Great stuff again Markus!!

[@jerryriner1891]

If you're anywhere near T-ville or even Slaughter, that's more or less my neck of the woods, Marcus. I'd like to say hello and shake your hand, my man. You're probably back in Vegas by now, but maybe next time. I recognize that sky from a few days ago; I had to cancel my lawn mowing - the Kentucky state sport.

[@samuelhodges3119]

Thank you so much for this, Markus!

[@DigitalGenki]

Incredibly valuable video. thank you!

[@daveinportland]

Appreciate the info & safe travels.

[@stever1514]

thanks markus. any of these kits is cheaper than the battery to power just one of my Aputure 100X's. I gotta check out those Feit tubes and see if I can power them using the sockets that came with my background stand kit and use my power tool battery DC to AC converter.

[@wkwong80]

Great tips as always!

[@bbones3318]

great video - just a thought and suggestion it would be great if you could do and show light meter readings from your different lights.

[@MarkusPix]

coming up

[@corykphotography]

Love this lightstand/light kit! Thanks for all the knowledge all the time!

[@moviedorkproductions9465]

I always wondered what you used as a travel light setup, it's really hard to think minimalist when you want to be prepared for anything. All I need now is to find a good Pelican-style case for the protection of the lights that I want to have on location. And thanks again for the list of gear you use; it's perfect!

[@Ranger7Studios]

I've actually rigged a Sony npf adapter to the g60 for full battery control. There is a video on my channel on how I did this (MY NAB SHOWROOM FLOOR RIG - 2023). True I only get about 70% power from this rig, but it works in a pinch. I actually used it on my camera at NAB one years. So the 60's are great for travel and you can leave all that power and plug junk at home.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@atlantamx3]

@MarkusPix - Have you checked out the StellaPro Reflex S lights? There are a continuous/ strobe hybrid, very compact, lightweight, and have no extra wires or anything. Battery-powered. Seems like they would be right up your alley

[@MarkusPix]

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[@tituindia]

Hi Markus , m great fan and a subscriber ... Please make sometime a video upon creating film look without light meter . How to maintain contrast and temperature between ambience lighting and subject and how much should be the power level ,,, hope to see a video in near future .. Thanks n regards

[@DoubleTheDom]

Your videos are awesome

[@ChristopherCabello]

Markus, I wonder if you'll ever cover portable power stations and power banks. I know the larger ones are really popular for people that go camping but I think they are really useful for people like us.

[@elguapo42]

Love your channel 🎉

[@robertharker]

For all the power supplies they can be run with 2 conductor zip cord extension cords. Some include grounded 3 prong cords but that is mainly for EU requirements. The power supplies are fully ground isolated with plastic cases and plastic cords protecting the AC voltages. Great video. Thanks.

[@ivonned32]

Your channel is one of the fews worth to be subscribed to! How can I do that? Thnks🙏🏾👊🏽✨👏🏽

[@kinglau6756]

Man, Great Video!!!!!!!

[@freyafoxmusic]

exactly what i needed!!

[@justinmichaelfilms]

A great kit would be 1x Wellmaking 80w, 1x zhiyun 40w with some tiny color gels cut to size, 2 of those tiny CF tripod/stands, 1x bed sheet with some spring clips, and maybe some aluminum tent stakes with shock cord to hold the corners of the sheet. That would be a super flexible kit.

[@Jwitherow1964]

Yeah who!! You were so close to me here in Georgia and didn’t drop by. Bummer

[@MarkusPix]

Sorry, I asked the pilot but the other 200 people on board weren't up to it

[@Jwitherow1964]

@@MarkusPix we will leave the light on for y’all any time

[@deano1699]

Excellent video as always! I'm actually heading to a client site in Kentucky later this month, looks beautiful... Any suggestions for places to go for a first timer? I should have a pretty free schedule except for the 12 hour work-slog days building rooftop infrastructure.

[@veselinvasilev9362]

Thanks!

[@uncle0eric]

These are great options. Instead of a bedsheet, another option is a plastic picnic table cover from the dollar store.

[@LFPAnimations]

For the USB C lights couldn’t you use a usbc wall adapter instead of those giant power bricks that come with the lights? That would cut down a lot on space and double as a phone/laptop charger while travelling. My camera can even charge off usbc

[@MarkusPix]

The main idea for most of these is to be portable, as in being out in the middle of a field or under a tree 😆

[@bouncenerd]

UPDATE: Went to Home Depot and picked a couple of those foldable shop lights to see what I could do with them. Looking at them I got to wondering… What if you could also get ahold of 24” sections of egg crate to put on them as an option? I know the shape of them is not round like the common tube lights are. But if you could get just the material and fit it yourself, that might be pretty neat. Thanks again for the inspiration Markus!

[@Veypurr1]

Your videos are always good

[@illustratedWORD]

re: bed sheet When I need to travel ultra-light, I always pack a "TRANSLUCENT" neutral white shower curtain liner (available at Walmart, etc.). Some shower curtain liners include magnets on the one edge that I've made use of on occasion. It's gone with me to off-the-beaten areas of Central Asia and across Europe. Compact and lightweight! I find that it lets through a bit more diffused light than a bed sheet. ...Gaffer tape it in a window, diffuse direct sun, cover gear in sudden rain or sand, ground protection for subject sitting, sit a chair on it's side and drape over legs of chair for an instant light box, etc. etc.. So many uses and can be easily wiped clean or replaced.

[@MobiusOutcomeDelivery]

I need to travel and make youtube videos, and run virtual classes on the road. I'll be mainly sitting behind a desk. I want soft light, especially if I have to wear glasses. LED light panels might work but they aren't as soft as a softbox. Some people I notice still take one light with a softbox, or can I use led panels with more diffusion? Any tips as I've been scouring youtube and haven't found a good video for this. Budget, I'm willing to spend a bit more to get it looking good and to use also at home.

[@rhett1734]

All the Zhiyun lights run of USB power. If you don't want to take the big power bricks with you, just buy one (or however many you need) 100w GaN chargers. Modern ones are tiny, they plug right into the socket and are way lighter and less bulky

[@l31007]

What could you replace the Zhiyun M40's with, that is a lot more affordable? I'd like to have a similar kit with tripods that could double as nighttime cornhole game lighting and not worry too much if someone steals one of the LED lights.

[@LegendaryStreetSoccer]

Thank you for your useful content. I'm just getting started with KZbin and getting serious with my Street Soccer Company that requires travel, equipment to film...events, training, highlights, etc. Just came across your content which I wish I would have come across earlier. Looking forward to leveraging your knowledge and expertise to become successful content creator and Youth Soccer Influencer on and off line. ⚽🎥🎥🚀🚀

[@DrRussell]

We use Anker 120w GaN chargers to power our x100s, much more portable than the standard power bricks

[@dedclownsRfunny]

Can you use a gold light onto a silver reflector to get the effect benefits of both gold and silver? Or does it just negate each other? Total lighting newbie here 😬

[@MarkusPix]

Good question! Warm light reflecting off a cool surface would definitely cool down and neutralize, depending on color, intensity, reflectivity and ambience

[@dedclownsRfunny]

@@MarkusPix thank you kindly ☺️ I was hoping it would fill in the blanks (so to say) rather than neutralise. I’ll play with using the different tones reflectors in different places then 👍

[@pavelbtn]

Good tips. What's the model name/number of that Promaster collapsible umbrella?

[@MarkusPix]

ProMaster Professional Compact Umbrella (Convertible) - 45'' Model # PRO 3368procam.com/products/promaster-professional-compact-umbrella-convertible-45 Westcott 43" collapsible silver umbrella sku2002 www.fjwestcott.com/43-soft-silver-collapsible-umbrella

[@DanielCrist]

Have you ever used those LED net-type Christmas lights for some soft lighting? Generally as supplementary lighting when there is still some natural light for it to blend in with. You can hang them in a curved way around the subject, and then you just stick the lens through one of the gaps with a lens hood if needed. You could probably even set up a rig to have a frame around your camera holding it up! And to make it brighter to focus on a smaller area your can simply fold it over or hang two alongside each other. They come in wall powered OR regular AA/AAA battery powered, and you can get warm or cool white light, or use one layer of each. It looks especially good with the warm white, outside around sunset, giving you this foliage-filtered soft light effect. It definitely has its uses in my opinion and is both very light and portable. I've learned so much from you that I figured I could at least share one of my little tricks. It doesn't work perfect for every situation, but it can look amazing in the right conditions. Happy shooting Markus!

[@MarkusPix]

Yes i used Christmas lights a few years ago, I don't remember what video it was

[@KenRossPhotography]

There are quite a few light weight battery packs with built-in AC power inverters that would probably power those Home Depot LED lights for quite a while. Not too big or very expensive.

[@MarkusPix]

Yes, but I don't think they would let you put one in a suitcase, or even as a carry-on with the 99 mAh limit

[@KenRossPhotography]

@@MarkusPix good point. We'll just have to wait for the inevitable "Markus hack" where you take a basic 12V->120V inverter and pair it up with "normal batteries" to create a cheap on-the-go option to power the HD lights in the wild 😄

[@DynamicLearning4u]

Great! What I have been looking for ❤

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

markus, use the reflector then bounced it towards the silver umbrella. does this work?

[@MarkusPix]

You would need a mirror bouncing sunlight to be strong enough

[@futureautomation9518]

Thanks for info

[@MobiusOutcomeDelivery]

OK this is the video which was super helpful. Which would you recommend for travel, creating youtubes and virtual classes on the road, with diffused lighting? Esp if I used an umbrella or portable softbox? I can get a couple, or three if I want a backlight. Thanks, Gabrielle

[@MarkusPix]

The Molus X100 is the brightest but most expensive. I personally like the Wellmaking 80W but thats just me

[@MobiusOutcomeDelivery]

...and just one, or two? I was checking out the wellmaking, and it looks good.@@MarkusPix

[@BuddyHuggins]

Love IT! If you happen to go by Ozark Missouri on your way by look me up. 😁👍🎥📷

[@workingwiththelight3119]

Bed sheet good but shower curtain even better, usually cheaper and blocks less light. I use it often to block too much light from the window, otherwise I would have to use Nd filter that always changes the colour of my videos.

[@Jake12399]

Were you in Phoenix Markus?

[@robertharker]

Does anyone make sand bags you can fill with water? The only drawback with your kits is that the light weight stands with a light on top are very tippy. Again, great video.

[@MarkusPix]

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[@DavidSenteno]

Lots to think about…but smaller with its own battery is the he way to go.

[@serenityx8927]

😮😂 🎥 Yep, good young Markus💯

[@Levarhagephotography]

Which is best for an outdoor beach destination wedding reception?

[@MarkusPix]

Do you mean for video? Weddings are usually flash pics because they're much more powerful. You could use a couple X100's. Some people just have an assistant holding a reflector. Depends how many people you're trying to light up and if its video or pics.

[@Levarhagephotography]

Yes for video my apologies. I'm looking to have a travel kit that's light for weddings that I decided to shoot which requires me to fly. I don't want to carry a lot of luggage when I do these short trips. I have a package deal with Frontier Airlines which requires you to pay for luggage each way. To keep cost down I want a travel kit that's efficient, and small similar to what you show in this video. The weddings will vary of course and I want to be prepared for when it gets dark I can get the job done with good quality still.

[@MarkusPix]

the lightest and most powerful of the small stuff is Zhiyun X100 for video and Godox AD100 for strobes. Manfrotto carbon Nanopole is the sturdiest of the lightweight stands, but there are other stands kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqTEqqWghMRgnc0

[@thebadass3945]

which tripods are you using

[@cecilsharps]

Clarksville?

[@jakudahsymba5453]

Instead of those massive wall power bricks you can get the 100w anker usb-c wall brick at a fraction of the size and weight

[@1bertoimagemaker]

Marcus, do you know the Yongnuo YN LUX200? Is it a good light?

[@MarkusPix]

I don't know the 200, but I gave the 100 away. I hate that big clunky stupid handle grip that the batteries clip onto.

[@ADAtrips]

I like how you put out a variety . Soon I will buy. Thank you and I look forward to your views. 🌴🌴Aloha

[@Pikmeir]

I have that light stand and it works okay until you try to put the legs low to the ground to prevent it falling over. The bottom tightening screw can never get tight enough to stop it from completely collapsing flat to the ground with just a speed light on top. I wish they'd used thumb screws just on the bottom joint to make it tighter.

[@MarkusPix]

I never put the legs flat at 90 degrees, always pointing down in a V and they work great.

[@Pikmeir]

@@MarkusPix I'll try to make it about half between regular and flat, but it doesn't want to keep that. So I end up just having to hold it so it doesn't fall over.

[@MarkusPix]

What's wrong with regular?

[@Pikmeir]

@@MarkusPix I'm trying to spread the legs out a bit so it'll have more stability. Some places are concrete so I can't use stakes, or there's nothing to tie the stand to hold it. I usually put just an umbrella on and it always acts like a sail and wants to fly away to a better photographer :D

[@bobkrist1]

I don't think you can put those Zhiyun 40's, with their built in lithium batteries, in your checked bags. I wish the manufacturers would think of this when making super bright lights with built in batteries. The Zhiyun Fiveray 100 watt wand light is terrific, but it's too big for my carryon and lithium batteries attached to something that could turn on by accident and get hot in the baggage compartment is a recipe for disaster...I think that's why the FAA doesn't want lithium batteries checked in the hold. In that case, Wellmaking for the win!

[@joeyeti374]

Unfortunately, the Home Depot lights are out of stock. Lowe's and Walmart sell similar lights but for 12 dollars more.

[@ToTo-wk5rr]

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[@dublbude]

Markus, are you giving Cara a break from the camera and making your Mom do the recording in the house? Lol, I could see a wholesale load of foamcore showing up at your Ma's house 2 days before you get there.

[@barkyvonschnauzer2188]

keep it simple

[@wswess3998]

just what i wanted.. now ill sell my softboxes xd

[@papsny]

My travel light setup that fits a carry on is the: 3 x Stella reflex s 3 x Nitecore 20000 3 x Matthews Extension 3 x Matthews Merf 2 x 36" white umbrella 3 x 100w charger 3 x usb c 100w cable 15 ft This setup fits half a carry on and can give me 10ft of light. Great for weddings

[@MarkusPix]

Yes those are the smallest and brightest kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWTNnYqYbZyca5Y

[@bunkertons]

Serious question: who does your hair!? 😊

[@MarkusPix]

The kid from Eight is Enough

[@CristoforoBonissone]

👍👍

[@seven3true]

Can you do a markus giveaway of some kentucky bourbons? :D :D :D :D

[@MarkusPix]

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[@serenityx8927]

🇹🇹 🇩🇰 🔊 🎼 Forever Young💪 Markus, May You Stay Forever Young👍 🪇🎻🎶🕺 😜🤣