YouTubers We NEED to be HONEST: Zhiyun Molus x100 CX100

[@JayGarciaStudios]

Bro, this is the number one reason I watch and trust your content! Many KZbinr aren’t professional, they’re influencers. They get bought to positive review these products.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I’m just trying to shed some light that as creators we need to be honest to our community. People trust and look up to us we need to hold a new standard

[@selfwilliams1639]

I’ve been saying You Tube has turned to a big advertisement channel. There is less and less creative content a more Advertising. I used to trust You Tubers but now most all are trying to make money over creative content and those I used to trust now lie to get paid. reviews have turned to Advertisement

[@cammackey]

I just started the video.. but I think one of the core issues in the filmmaking KZbin space is differentiating sponsored videos and review videos. Sponsored videos are not reviews and people need to stop treating them as such. Sponsored videos are opportunities for both brand and creators to work together to highlight a product. If people think that not genuine.. then they can watch non sponsored reviews. Both are needed. I personally love these lights. I’ve used them on pro sets and KZbin stuff. Also I don’t think a lot of people were calling these pro film industry lights.. they’re different tools for different situations. And everyone’s definition of “industry standard” is different. A true filmmaker will use whatever they can to get a job done.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Bro I’m a fan of your channel and you are always 100% real and that’s why I’ve been a fan over the years. They did market these as “pro” briefly and let’s be real we know they aren’t. This video was meant to be more of a demo about the subject and appreciate your feedback. I think as a community we just need to do better Cam! I’m homies with Kofi and I’m in Costa Mesa if you ever want to link up or need help shooting broll btw. I couldn’t agree more with what it is you’re saying bro. We need BOTH view points and brands just need to be careful with what they label certain products. For me the molus x100 is usable but the CX100 is limiting with the points I brought up in my opinion. Can you use it yes, is there better options for the buck 10000%

[@cammackey]

@@ImJasonAnthony I never saw the pro branding stuff personally. Haha usually when a brand hits me up, if I’m actually interested in the product I jsut run with it and don’t pay attention to much else 😂. But yes I get what you’re saying, there’s a lot of “shilling” as people call it. But I think most of those people aren’t in the pro industry and aren’t marketing towards that industry. So I jsut feel there’s a little bit of a disconnect in this common thread being shaped around genuine and disingenuous content.. when it’s more of a conversation of people realizing KZbin isn’t black and white and there’s room for everyone’s view points. I’ve been crass in the past regarding the community but as my channel grows I’m enlighten more and more. Basically, we all have a different collection of tools and we all use them differently and not everything is made for every person. Like I don’t think any pros are going to watch our videos thinking “oh these lights are for pros? Sold!” Haha and people working their way up are going to buy what they want regardless. It’s like anytime I see someone shredding a guitar.. makes me want to buy it every tho I know I’ll never be able to play like that haha. This conversation should be blaming capitalism, not creators.

[@cammackey]

@@ImJasonAnthony and much love brother. No hate here! People always get so timid in raw talks. Not us! Respect.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

@@cammackey I think the best part about this all tbh is how we can have a good conversation about this all, dab each other up, respect the view points and keep pushing to build this community up! It’s really that simple and the keyboard warriors can sit it out. I think now that I’m getting back into the KZbin space after dealing with cancer and having to step away for a few years I need to allow myself to be open to more as well! Dope chat Cam and reached out on IG 🙌🏻

[@cammackey]

@@ImJasonAnthony oh wild I wasn’t aware of that! Well hope you’re well brother! Less stress. More art. More work. Pros are taking over the KZbin space, we gotta keep the community uplifting!

[@IanSnape]

THIS! So many KZbinrs are just well KZbinrs! Talking about products but never take them out the house.... Keep the good work up dude!

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Appreciate the kind words Ian, just trying to bring honest light to the topic. It wasn't necessarily specific to these lights, they simply were an example! Also been seeing on IG you rocking the Athena Primes haha I need to chat your opinions on them!

[@CAMphotography_]

I use the cx100 for my talking head videos. It’s great. There’s better out there of course and there’s worse. If you’re watching this video and you’re just getting started don’t let this discourage you from getting the cx100. Nothing against you Jay as an industry pro. But this light works for some people

[@IamDadlySerious]

I'm a NYer living in LA for the last 15 years. gotDAMN I miss my peoples. I can see myself and all my homies from back home in the way you talk. Not just the accent, but the sentiment and realness behind what you're saying. Super refreshing in this space. More please. Also, wish I'd seen this video a couple of days ago. I just ordered the x100 pro package for a shoot I'm traveling across the country for. The good news is I don't REALLY need it because lighting is handled, but I just thought it'd be cool to try out one of these tiny lights that you can just throw in your bag and whip out once you've already got your shot and are just kind of playing. Should have gone with with one of the competitors! Anyway, you got a new subscriber!

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Man appreciate the kind words, we’re just built different! I’m sure if you need it on the shoot it’ll be usable bro, I was just bringing to light my findings that others never seemed to have mentioned on it.

[@LightTheSensor]

Thank you! I’m glad you’re pushing that. EVERY consumer is looking for a thorough well rounded and HONEST review. I appreciate you bro

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Appreciate you Terry! Just out here trying to shed light (no pun) on the subject!

[@joenicklo]

Love this Jay. It's definitely our duty as reviewers to say how we feel. Many times I've sent products back.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Just trying to set a standard bro! Glad you’re aligned because I love your videos and always felt like you’re one of the real ones!

[@WeddingFilmSchool]

I think we did... We said, basically, it's for content creators AT BEST but not for our niche, wedding filmmakers. Just too many weaknesses. It is what it is. I don't think it's AS bad as you think but it's def not for most people and def not for commercial filmmakers.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I'm right there with you its usable but not for productions, I don't know about your unit but the Kelvin from 0-15% on mine is definitely not accurate when checking it with my light meter. Also glad to see some people too over Kraigs old channel keeping it alive! Never shot weddings but been doing this on and off since 2015 haha. Cool to see it still going

[@WeddingFilmSchool]

@@ImJasonAnthony if you can ca it “keeping it going”. The algorithm is brutal… but we try… But for weddings accuracy ain’t a key factor. It’s all brightness and throw. It’s… acceptable. Barley. Way better than options out there.

[@tuberisnaturesparesort]

Thank you for your honest opinion, but I also have an honest critique for this video. Out of 11 minutes, you spent what felt like 5 minutes talking about how youtube should be honest, which indeed is important. But you hardly talked about the lights, didn't compare the light quality, brightness and didn't show any examples

[@ImJasonAnthony]

There’s no need to all your favorite KZbin filmmakers already made the comparisons and they’re still sucking off zhiyun 😭😭😭 that was the whole point of my vid. To each their own 😘

[@iamalexchua]

I love that a lot of KZbinrs are coming out with honesty and not just say that “Zhiyun sent me this light but my review will be unbiased and Zhiyun doesn’t have a say in this.” Rigggghhhttt

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I just feel like it's crucial we are upfront and honest always on here. Otherwise who has this communities back?

[@Jayroi]

Finally. Took so many videos to find someone being honest about it. Appreciate this review.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Real recognize real man. Someone had to say it 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@travelpel]

Couldn’t agree more. Bought one for travel gigs as an easy extra light. Battery died on me in one month. Light was questionable to begin with haha.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I’ve heard about the batteries not keeping a charge from someone else, damn like how do you not test that stuff.

[@baker2880]

Just be honest that's all I ask. I'm gonna do my research anyway. There is a difference between an influencer and an industry professional, but I like to see what the pros are using and why.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

There is and I think my gripe is really getting the products into BOTH hands not 1 or 2 guys REALLY putting it through its paces on 10-12 hour days in the trenches ya know? No shade on those who do this youtube thing fulltime but I just want to see more honesty out of people. Like if the v1 of blank is still rocking for you and v2 isnt that much different tell us that haha

[@nyambe]

I have the CX100. I think is a better deal than the X100. These tiny lights are not ideal for interviews as the battery does not last enough. They are ideal to raise the exposure of a room. They are also awesome to be placed on high places.

[@patina_turner6791]

Couldn’t agree more, really appreciate the honest and valuable feedback. There’s nothing wrong with giving insight, and furthermore I believe the manufacturers benefit more from constructive criticism to better a product and in the end everyone wins by getting future products that actually apply to real world situations.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

You nailed it 100% I don’t understand why people are scared of honest reviews, because the company won’t work with them again? Isn’t that the point doing the review, I can’t tell you how many times we receive bricked products from MAJOR brands that need forced updates because the pre release isn’t ready. Half the time features they wasn’t us to showcase don’t even work properly 🤦🏻‍♂️ give us the final product 😭

[@tilljannahmedia]

Finally someone speak about it. Thanks bro. What do think about the latest Godox ML100bi color that try to be next molus 100?

[@dazxmedia]

I guess it depends on the level of production you are after or are involved with. As a stills photographer who now and again makes 15 second vids for tiktok using a shoplight...the cx100 is more than good enough. On a production set, and professional settings I can see your point and I agree.

[@snapsbyreyes]

The battery on my Molus died after 3 months and having only used it a handful of times. It's a known issue and Zhiyun's exchange policy is absolutely terrible!

[@ImJasonAnthony]

See this is what I mean you’re the 4th person to tell me this and the brand not taking ownership is BS.

[@EStLouis]

Thank you for your honest review, What do you recommend?

[@ImJasonAnthony]

To be honest the zhiyun 60c is my go to for small portable lights, we rig them all over our shoots wether it’s interviews for edge or hair lights, mounted on rafters for music videos or narrative work and they can be powered via vmount for hours!

[@ennacoproductions]

Great job! Character speaks volumes. Trading integrity for dollars is an issue regardless of the industry. I’m glad to see a true professional speaking out against disingenuous “reviews”. This is especially helpful for consumers starting out or others early in their photo/video journey. Reviews that discuss pros and cons help us make informed decisions. Thanks 🙏

[@ImJasonAnthony]

It's literally all about integrity and some people can be so desperate to get in front of a brands eyes and want to keep them happy they're not doing their due diligence to those that "trust" what they say. At the end of the day it's up to us to make the decision but Gear acquisition syndrome is a thing and people be falling for it all day.

[@ennacoproductions]

@@ImJasonAnthony so true. Like you said, we have to set a new standard and that is one of real world application, honesty and sharing helpful information so we can all grow

[@ramonbmovies]

I agree. Too many people raving about a product when I know there must be limitations to it. But I have begun to see some giving honest reviews. And there are some I trust, like Gerald's Undone. He's always very honest about the deal he made to do a review and isn't afraid to talk about its limitations. As a semi-KZbinr myself I experienced that head on. I was interested in a particular product and I noticed that there were very few ACTUAL reviews of it. They more like talking about specs and how it's so amazing. But when I bought it and received it, there were a lot of bugs and other issues that nobody ever mentioned. I was literally, and probably still am, the only one on all of KZbin to do an actual review of it. I do want to do a follow-up to my review, because I'm still using it and am not experiencing many issues anymore. It's the Emotiva MR1, in case you're wondering. Anyway, too many KZbinrs were all out raving about it and I could tell they didn't really test it.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Ramon, I appreciate your feedback and keep making those honest reviews and putting products through its paces! We want to see people using the products and doing just that! I too trust Geralds in depth testing and just feel like we need to let creators know whats up. I understand you cant take it literally that this is a "pro" light but at the same time stop having products backed so damn heavilty when others in my commects have experiencing multiple batteries failing over time and just annoying quirks. Id rather get a larger light like the Nanlite FS 300B thats now $160 cheaper coming in at only $239.00 USD if you don't need your lights to be super small. More power, better trusted CRI and I have 2 in my kit now for over 2 years going strong!

[@nicomedialife]

This is exactly how a review should be done!! 💯

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Man I’m just being brutally honest

[@medievil2]

I appreciate your honesty, I just wish more creator were honest with their reviews, here is my policy " you lie to me on a video review" I wont watch your content anymore simple as that, I just move on to the next until I find someone like you. subscribed.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Amen and appreciate the kind words!!!

[@Bo_Hazem]

I have the Colbor CL100X that are cheaper, tiny, metal yet lightweight and overall very solid and higher CRI as well. It's as big as a soda can.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

BOOM there you have it! This is what I mean, there's CHEAPER, better built, and more accurate lights out there . . . Make it make sense Zhiyun.

[@julianfoglietti]

Haven’t used the light, do have the g200 and it’s… okay, but not bad for a light at its price point. Luckily Forsyth has a really good review of the light, about the only KZbinr I actually trust in the film space cause he has the ongoing industry DP cred to back it up.

[@theshow0024]

What recommendations do u have for a better version of these light in the same price range?

[@donmooney7159]

Like your camera angle flow and choices.

[@joshua81419]

What lights do you recommend for that price range?

[@samdamada9932]

yeah I watched so many video about this particular product and yeah, I felt like I was only watching ads

[@skymakai]

KZbin shilling is out of control. Thanks for being real!!

[@noranoskyle4417]

Which light would you recommend for rigging on a cage? we are a two man crew that do interviews and walkthroughs for companies. Therefore the light needs to be quiet

[@nyambe]

I have the CX100 and I love it. Wny? I got it for 150 bucks, weights nothing and fits anywhare. If you want profesional, go with the G200 or G300. The x100 is for me a worse deal, so expensive with the battery option.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Glad you like the light and it fits your workflow, I wish I had uses for mine.

[@nyambe]

@@ImJasonAnthony So why are you saying it's trash? Lol. Truth is I have a ton of lights, but I cant carry them in my bag. CX100 is perfect for that. I only wish Zhyiun sold the 24V power adapter. I love it. X100 and X60 too expensive, there are better solutions. CX100 is not trash. You can get pro results on a budget.

[@VoltLover00]

Someone needs to callout all the shill youtubers, most of them are

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Just bringing light to the situation

[@clintwood1983]

Good video cheers. What lights would you recomend that are portable and bright?

[@ImJasonAnthony]

To be honest I love the Nanlite Forza 60 series. I have 6 of them some Bi color some RGBLAC and they rock. Not much loss on the output and super tiny. Now if size isn't an issue I'd rather get a larger light like the Nanlite FS 300B thats now $160 cheaper coming in at only $239.00 USD. More power, better trusted CRI and I have 2 in my kit now for over 2 years going strong!

[@clintwood1983]

I'll check them out. Thanks for the response 💪

[@AllenRReid]

Thanks for saying what so many others are afraid to say. While I may follow many of these KZbinrs, I refuse to watch videos the second the embargo is released just on principle knowing the "review" is likely tainted. What's worse is the big named youtubers I could mention that put out a video, without testing, just reading the specs. That's about as lazy as it gets.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

No shade on anyone specifically but we as a community just really need to do better! That’s it once we make the shift we’re now in control of what we say and create.

[@SUPERRANDUMBREVIEWS]

What light do your recommend for a small space with softbox

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I own over 30 lights that I’ve purchased over the last 5+ years. For small nimble lights that can power off a vmount for hours would be nanlites forza 60’s they have all different versions and super versatile. We’ll rig them up on rafters using cardellini clamps, they have softbox, projectors, fresnel modifiers the list goes on!

[@cinestyleinc]

I have the x60 and x100 - they are not even what I would consider professional lights. They get the job done but the fan noise is a joke, they are louder than my Skypanels that are 5x brighter but take up a larger footprint. I got these for travel run-n-gun lighting shoots where I won't always have edison to rely on and they are great for that. Thankfully the noisy fans can get notched out in post if they are picked up by the boom ever, with 10 seconds of room-tone capture, with Lavs I have not found the fan noise much of an issue (Even though these little suckers are louder than a gaming computer sprinkled with Dorito Dust).

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Hey if they work for you thats amazing! like I said I do like the X100, the fan is loud but like you said now with voice isolation its an easy fix!

[@ErikWerlin]

What are your thoughts on the Amaran 60x for use as a key light or hair light in interviews/talking head videos?

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I haven’t used Amarans 60w but own nanlites version and have about 4 of them. Not enough to key unless it’s more a KZbin talking head but for an edge or hair light they’re amazing.

[@ErikWerlin]

@@ImJasonAnthony Thanks for simple interviews and talking heads I might go with 2 Nanlite FS-150B lights. As long as I can plug them in and remote control them with my phone that's all I need.

[@Vagrant1PSN]

You tell em lol, all jokes aside you are 100% on all fronts. I also hate the 100 million videos in my feed same day for same product bs. Had to unfollow mad people just because of the crap.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

It’s getting pretty OD if you ask me. I started doing the same, I get it but at the same time y’all can sprinkle it across the week of the drop. I need to see 15 KZbinrs testing stuff in their room or backyard for 5minuted. Now some friends on this platform do it proper but a lot don’t.

[@thomasrobertfitness]

What do you offer instead of the cheaper version?

[@jpemile]

Bro, I agree with everything that you said and this is good content but to be honest, what REAL professional is going to run and buy this just because they heard it was an PRO light from a random KZbinr? There is rally no risk here. This will only impress content creators and KZbin filmmakers. It is the same way people that believe the bigger iPhone is PRO just because Apple said so are probably happy with it and deserve it.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I totally agree and it’s not directed towards these lights only it was more of a general statement across the board about how loosely terms like professional is thrown around! How do people take anyone seriously on this platform anymore. The embargo push is just obvious these days and it seems like anyone will do anything for some free gear 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@samdamada9932]

can you tell me professional lights whit low cost? there are not so big. wich ones are better then the molus x100? I wanna buy my first profesisonal light

[@ImJasonAnthony]

I really like the Nanlite Forza 60’s they’re powerful, super tiny and can be powered by vmounts for hours on set. They’re the size of an iPhone and come in several versions. I like nanlites additional FS lights like the 300B. It’s way bigger but the same price as the zhiyun lights and 100000x better quality

[@RoyGregorio]

This review is a little skewed. You mostly said it was "trash" because of what it didn't have. Why would you review something poorly because it didn't have certain features, when it doesn't even advertise or claim to have those features? For what it is -- a simplified, budget light, it does what it's supposed to. And if you're doing your research and know what you're getting, I think it's a great light.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Oh so when you turn the knob from 0-10% and it instantly jumps to 50% with no real gauge on what intensity you’re at isn’t a problem or the fact that the CRI isn’t close to the temperature you set? 5600 reads 6300k with my light meter. Those 2 callouts aren’t features not listed, they should just function properly. I got the cx100 to see if it could compete with the x100 🤷🏻‍♂️ I research everything and do my homework. I’m just tired of people riding brands jock and will say anything for a free light that costs $50 to make. My time is way more valuable to create these videos in trade for low cost items. If you enjoy the light that’s great bro, there’s something for everyone but don’t come at me saying it’s a great light. Can it light something up . . . Sure, can you get the most out of it, doubt it but what do I know 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@WhatThePheel]

I'm guessing the cheaper light is trash compared to the more expensive one? You didn't even actually say which one is trash. You might've at some point in your video, but I tuned out since it was just all ranting. I mean one of them is less than half the price of the other, doesn't take much to figure out which ones better. Also if you could name some lights that are "better" (as you say in your video) within the same price range of the cx100 that offers 100w and internal battery, that would be great. If you can't then it really just makes all your points in this video moot.

[@DanielAVphotomassacre]

Great transparent review.

[@Peterwfowler]

AN HONEST KZbinR AND A SOLID HOMIE

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Appreciate you Peter I know you also have no problem being honest with gear! We need to just keep our integrity on this platform!

[@yesiyahh]

i suspect al low-mid rier led light is complete garbage. The more i dig the more i find.

[@colecritchfield]

Have them and it’s trash! Love the genuine review brother 👊🏼

[@ImJasonAnthony]

It seems like there's mixed reviews and some people brought up some points. For me it's just not something trustworthy for paid gigs. Wanna get by using it for personal stuff sure. Does it output 100W yeah, is it accurate from a kelvin or % power wise, absolutely not.

[@michialharris1850]

Man I love those lights lol

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Hey if they work for you thats amazing! like I said I do like the X100, the cine whatever its called just cant dial it too accurately and drives me nuts

[@emhname]

Finally, someone to say it! Appreciate the honesty.

[@Mtdronespro]

HONEST … review … Jason this is why we follow you brother … BS Meter … on

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Haha I can’t help it man had to make the video and talk about it!

[@bonz_bonalenna]

merci beaucoup pour cette vidéo informative 🙇🏼‍♂

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Thank you for taking the time to watch it!

[@TylerCordura]

Let’s go!

[@ImJasonAnthony]

🫡🫡🫡 my man!!!!

[@o0YumRamen0o]

I see Cinepeer I see Cheaper

[@_FrontFootFilms_]

influencers love to get free product and then say how great they are simply because they get free gear. its infuriating.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Especially when the product is worth less than the amount of effort it takes to produce the review 😭😭. I charge my clients $1500 to shoot their KZbin content. It takes me a day to shoot and another to edit my personal videos. So the product I’m being sent needs to be worth my time

[@gabriel-mckee]

Good point, good review, but what is up with the seemingly random use of Camera B?

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Appreciate it bro, but didn’t know I couldn’t have a 2 camera angle setup on my video if I felt like it. I wouldn’t say seemingly random when it’s switching in my opinion, more trying to hold attention and elevate my video 🤷🏻‍♂️ it also helps reduce jump cuts which I can’t stand if I need to pick up from where there’s maybe a hiccup

[@gabriel-mckee]

​@@ImJasonAnthony I appreciate that you're trying to elevate the video. But the cuts feel random to me (especially when they occur mid-sentence), so I find them distracting because I find myself wondering why there was a cut there rather than listening to you (which is a shame; your message is solid). I also think you're cutting to Camera B too often and spending too much time on those off-angle shots (which break eye contact with the viewer). Maybe mix in some B-roll of the products in use to drive home your points or get some overhead shots for further variety? I think that would do much more to elevate the video than bouncing between A and B.

[@timothyalsbrooks9589]

Straight factsssss

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Just trying to be real! Appreciate you Tim!

[@hayezmohairbi]

I love it ❤

[@orlandojam8]

who said these were professional lights? 😂

[@ImJasonAnthony]

Your fam at Zhiyun bruv