The BEST Film Light You’ve NEVER HEARD OF - GVM 650B

Introducing the GVM 650B, the last film light you will EVER need! This filmmaking light is a powerful Bi-colored film light and outputs 650 watts.
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[@crystalballoonstudio]

You are so right, bro. I have a GVM 300S and 200D. The tilt adjustment parts were destroyed in the second project they participated in. I couldn't blame gaffer or grips at all, because I know those parts are really fragile and plastic. Just ordered 650B. Hope this problem has been solved. It is a huge deal to me.

[@anotherintrospekt6596]

This guy can be a motivational speaker

[@filipmichalsaffray441]

Great Video I have the GVM 300b which is already very powerfull but yeah if you want to match the sun on a sunny day 650b pro is the way to go

[@IkennaVisuals]

This was very helpful brother, thank you! Been looking for a powerful light, this will def. be on my list!

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

No problem man, honestly I was surprised at what this light could do and the overall build quality.

[@AndrewLXiong]

Thanks for sharing this light...i was just looking to buy the Aputure 600d but now i am having 2nd thoughts

[@stwostudio]

i just bought this light for 711 dollars 🤩 thanks for this super review 😉.

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

STEAL 🤘🏻

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

I have a discount code if you need brother. Use code: ALEXZARFATI

[@GVMLEDLIGHTS]

Thank you Alex Zarfati for your objective and honest review! ❤

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

No problem great product

[@lawrencegress9831]

Thanks for a great review. I’m getting it.

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

That’s awesome man I’m glad I could help

[@brewmethods]

Just wanted to say, I really love your videos. They're always so well-made and informative, and you seem really genuine!

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

Thank you man that really means a lot. In a day and age where anyone can say anything on the Internet it’s nice to have someone have a genuine complement. I really appreciate that.🙏🏻

[@RadTwin]

I have some GVM lights and they aren’t too bad. Not the greatest but for the price. It’s good to learn with

[@1001Hobbies]

I hope the effects are better than on their SD line of lights. The TV and faulty bulb are about the only useable ones.

[@DeanHarringtonimages]

Excellent light... GVM is a great company!

[@JoATTech]

I'm not so sure about the quality of the 650B. There are some elements that could be better. Like head cable is to short and tend to unplug (same for the power cable - easily unplug). Some edges are really sharp. Ballast is really light what means that power supply is not that great. The price is the only good thing about this light. My unit seems to underperform in terms of output.

[@errole]

Cant wait to use this for photography

[@cliftonsledge962]

Happy Labor Day ✌🏾

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

Happy Labor Day brother 🙌🏻

[@bmefilms6879]

bruh, I dig your channel. Im subscribed and I watch all your content but this title is thirsty. I tune in to see you work, that helps me as a solo operator. I don't tune in to see you pimp gear. "the last film light you will ever need"....until you need color...until you need to battle the sun...

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

I appreciate you following and keeping up with the channel. Maybe the title could be a little bit of a stretch, but that doesn’t change the way I feel about this light. It is extremely powerful and it has a ton of features, as for color all you would have to do to achieve a color tone you’re looking for is add gels . As for battling the sun, this light is definitely capable of doing that. However, it’s not as powerful as an aperture 1200 but it’s definitely up there and I think for the price this is one of the best lights I have ever used. I see what you’re saying, and I think that you do have a point, and I’m glad that there are people like yourself that will leave real honest comments but I think pimping out gear is a stretch. Yes, GVM sent me this light but in no way am I lying or pimping out this gear I honestly think that this is a huge win for filmmakers All over the world not just because GVM released this light but because they’re making aperture now compete for a lower price because GVM just cut their 600 X in half with this price tag. The truth is man is that these titles and thumbnails have to get clicks. Otherwise we don’t get views, and if we don’t get views, we can’t continue to produce the contact that we want to produce and give to the community for free. This is the world that we live in. I wish I got paid to make these videos all day long but the truth is I don’t and believe it or not everybody’s got a bill to pay so if I have to make a video title a little over the top to get a few more views, and boost the channel so we can continue to make this content , I think that’s a necessary evil don’t you?

[@RadTwin]

Yea I don’t agree with you saying pimping gear. We watch this channel to learn and this light being showcased is teaching us very valuable tips for lighting along with his promotion of a product.

[@arunr4103]

On B&H Key Features it written as : For Video Production & Vlogging , . Same or less watt Aputure lights & other lights Key Features : For Film, Broadcast and Video Production. That means there is something missing , these GVM lights are not made for Professonal Filmmakers ? then why is it called as PRO ?

[@ianreels]

What would you pair this light with as a DP on a budget? Preferably on the $500-ish end. Superb content as always man!🔥🙌🏻

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

Thank you, brother, in regards to pairing. What do you mean? Like an additional light or like a light modifier?

[@ianreels]

Generally, additional lighting-for composing a set that doesn't feel or look sourcey. I know brighter is better but if you're tight on a budget for a second reliable light, what would be your pick?

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

@ianreels I think aperture lights are the standard however you’re paying more for the quality materials and the name so if you’re really on a budget to be 100% honest with you these GVM pro series I’m really impressed with and they come at a pretty low cost. I would look at the GVM 300 B or even the 400 B.

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

@ianreels I also use Feelworld lights and they’re not bad but they’re made with cheap materials so I can’t vouch for how long they’re gonna last. But in my experience, they’ve definitely help me get the job done and for the price I think they’re hard to beat.

[@ianreels]

Thank you so much for these Alex! I'll take a closer look in the GVM lineup. I'm not familiar with the brand but if someone like you is rocking it. Then it must be good! I'm currently stuck with GODOX SL200W & SL60II BI. Looking to upgrade my lighting game real soon, but man.. they're expensive af lmao. Thanks again for these man! 🙌🏻🤍

[@errole]

I would love to see how this can be on a photoshoot

[@stwostudio]

Have you used a Frenel mount and spot lens with the 650b? I want to know because not all accessories from other brands with a Bowen mount are compatible. if yes, what brands? Thanks a lot

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

I’ve used the nanlite spotlight and aputure domes

[@stwostudio]

@@Alexzarfatifilms thanks a lot 😍

[@MikeBabsBC]

That light is amazing!... Is t that too bright for your talent though? Even my Amaran 200x is too bright for people with a softbox on.

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

Most of the time I never have to put the light above 10% when I’m lighting for interviews however, in situations where I need to use ND filters and stop the camera way down to properly expose for sunlight that’s when you need the power of this light

[@recardosands9948]

Nice video, but the light is definitely a Aputure 600x knock off and its no way near the build quality of the 600x. Is this fixture weather sealed and I don't think you mentioned the IP rating...I think I'll wait on a review from Andrew Lock...Thanks.

[@PeacefulMoments1844]

I’m debating the same here. Did you ever decide wether to go with the Aputure 600x or The GVM 650? Thanks

[@recardosands9948]

@@PeacefulMoments1844 As for me I went with the Aputure 600x Pro's mainly because I own and operate a rental house. So all my gear is the Pro line mainly because the pro stuff is more durable etc. But, if you're an indy guy or just starting out and only you basically handles your gear. You can get the lesser brand equipment.

[@NickDelDuca]

Ive heard it has a strong magenta tint and doesn't match other lights. Is this true with yours?

[@heroaomedia]

I know each brand does its own testing - wish B&H would do it... so this light 21000 Lux but the Forza 500B is 67000. Why is it so low?

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

I think a lot of companies inflate their numbers because I’ve used the Forza 500 B and there’s no way that that light is three times as bright as this one. And like I said, in the video this light, in particular, I have never had to go to 100% in any situation I’ve been in so far. I do want to test lighting outdoors, and see if this can handle bottling, the sun light, but from my experience, this light seems to be plenty bright

[@johnnyweissmuller5838]

those lux numbers dont mean anything when comparing lights, it is just inflated by different beam angles to create really bright hotspots, the watt number is a way better measurement to compare light output. Modern LED lights should just differ around max 5-10% in light output between brands in the same wattage. This light is actually rated at 81700 lux at 1m.

[@heroaomedia]

@@johnnyweissmuller5838 for daylight, watts work as a good indicator but bi-color and RGB is where that doesn't work as well. For example, Aputure's bi-color has about half the output compared to the daylight but Nanlux's tech puts theirs closer to 25%. I have no idea what GVM's is.

[@johnnyweissmuller5838]

@@heroaomedia Not really, bicolor just has led 2 transmitters/arrays. They share the wattage 50/50. But the difference can be that one used 2700K/6500K LED combination and another used 2800K/7500K combinations. But each LED array will have 50% output and the 100% output is in the middle of the range. Differ ence can also appear with the blending element/diffusor of the output lens. It can cut some output if you have a more diffused blending lens for example. For a bicolor you should generally account for 50% of useable output to a same watt daycolor only light.

[@DavidGriffin]

Any battery options for this light

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

V-Mount and I would recommend getting a couple of the larger ones cause this thing will go through batteries FAST

[@ez591]

??what kind of case would you get for lights like that??

[@kaspergaram]

Never even heard of the brand 😂 Looks very good tho

[@FaDookieTv]

That light is more powerful than the sun itself!!

[@Alexzarfatifilms]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@broncomedia]

ben barnes?