These GODOX Lights Are OUTSTANDING! (VL150, VL300, & FV150 Review)

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  • Review of the Godox VL150, VL300, & FV150 COB video lights with comparisons to the Aputure 120d II and 300d II for output, usability, and build quality.
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  • @TheAndrelopez123
    @TheAndrelopez123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    "Hi I'm Gerald Undone and I did not do it, I did not hit her, I didn't, I did noooooot... Oh Hi Mark."

  • @memop94
    @memop94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +297

    I was just about to buy a SL60... now I need to go back to overthinking for a couple months

    • @EduarFilms
      @EduarFilms 4 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      I have the SL60W, I don't understand why are people being so picky about the noise, it's so minimal that unless you are recording crickets is not really a big deal

    • @itsaaronmiller
      @itsaaronmiller 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Eduardo Rojas +1

    • @neosinfo38
      @neosinfo38 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ground Up Productions +1

    • @MarceloLangame
      @MarceloLangame 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EduarFilms +1

    • @JonnyDSmitty
      @JonnyDSmitty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      buy it. it's great. don't get caught up in the "look at these new lights. go out and buy them" hype. the SL60W isn't as loud as many reviewers claim. I've had it for about a year, and it's still super quiet.

  • @LowellProductions
    @LowellProductions 4 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    dude that quick cut to "Hey I'm Tommy" was hilarious.

    • @Wakodaf
      @Wakodaf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lowell Productions yeah it was funny :)

    • @grad-dd9zj
      @grad-dd9zj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also Tommy mentioned some flicker with the old SL's. Any experience on the new VL's on this?

    • @wilcurran3377
      @wilcurran3377 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@grad-dd9zj That was only early versions which are probably out of circulation at this point (at least if you're purchasing from a reputable retailer). I've got three SL60w's and they're all good at 120fps.

  • @JensLarsen
    @JensLarsen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Great video and just at the time when I was starting to look at this type of light :)
    "shallow depth of field intro" was gold!

    • @Hexspa
      @Hexspa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I knew you were watching videos about videomaking! Back to the woodshed with you :)

  • @jayblue1732
    @jayblue1732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Go dox or God ox?

  • @lamarkcusstarks4037
    @lamarkcusstarks4037 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Its pronounced Go Dox not God ox

  • @longross4763
    @longross4763 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I bought the vl300 less than a year ago and have had to take it in for servicing twice after light use. I asked the guys at the store I bought it from and they said they’ve had a few people have issues with that light. The light is awesome when it works, and is probably great for at home use, but when I’m shooting a video with clients and actors etc I can’t afford to have an unreliable light. Wish I had gone with aputure.

  • @brynocerouss
    @brynocerouss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    Can you please say, "I'm Gerald undone - what's up all you cool cats and kittens?"

    • @Photomeike
      @Photomeike 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      *cool cats and kittens

    • @muralighting
      @muralighting 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHAHHA

    • @SjoerdWess
      @SjoerdWess 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I vouch for this

    • @alex0589
      @alex0589 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think that's illegal. Not sure how but i wouldnt aha

    • @wheelbuzz2464
      @wheelbuzz2464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Carole will most probably sue him for this😂

  • @alq8879
    @alq8879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I think godox has the best reverse engineering department

  • @OhanaFilms
    @OhanaFilms 4 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    I remember when the world wasn’t ending and I would buy stuff.

    • @emmanuelphillips1740
      @emmanuelphillips1740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ohana Films hahaha same lol

    • @FilmMavericks
      @FilmMavericks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ohana Films ya was gonna buy and then remembered I can’t use it... 😂

    • @chrisjenkins9978
      @chrisjenkins9978 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂🤣😂

    • @chrise1004
      @chrise1004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I remember when the world wasn’t ending and I wasn’t buying so much stuff

    • @chrisjenkins9978
      @chrisjenkins9978 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      C E - 🤣🤣😂

  • @Rhop
    @Rhop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You & Caleb Pike are doing fantastic work in this space. The two of you have what I would consider the "full package": Knowledgeable, charismatic, detail-oriented, and proficient at communicating your thoughts clearly. Can't think of anybody else in this camera gear/videography space that manages to balance all of these as perfectly as you guys do. Much respect 🙏

  • @ianfrancisviray
    @ianfrancisviray 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I just told myself I got all the gear I need, Gerald comes out with this... But thanks for always providing us with the most in-depth information Gerald!

    • @futurebrighter
      @futurebrighter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ian Francis Viray I just bough a Godox Sl60 and thought I was winning. Then this 😢

  • @JasonMorrisphotocinema
    @JasonMorrisphotocinema 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just when I thought I wasn't going to spend anymore money 😅 thanks G

  • @diogoalmeidavisuals
    @diogoalmeidavisuals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I love my Godox SL60, my unit isn't loud and the only thing missing is a battery mount

    • @kuunami
      @kuunami 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, I have that one too. I wish I had spent a little more for the version with a batter mount.

    • @CalebWarta
      @CalebWarta 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm just glad these one can do both battery and ac on the same unit

    • @pahwraith
      @pahwraith 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You can also replace the fan with a quieter one made for tower PCs.

    • @BrandonLuckain
      @BrandonLuckain 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The SLB60 gives you the same battery/housing as the AD600 strobe! That's what I use as my main travel light.

    • @ToCatchFilms
      @ToCatchFilms 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love mine too! I just connect it to an inverter and boom, battery power

  • @certifiedinsomnia7949
    @certifiedinsomnia7949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I own both the Aputure 300D mk II and the Godox VL300. To be honest, the bag that comes with the Aputure does feel premium. Other than that, I think the set up time of both are similar and the output light are both great. Your review helped me on buying the Godox instead of getting a second Aputure.

    • @kolecava
      @kolecava 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think having multiple Aputures for a set is just so much better. The APP and reliability on their own is worth the premium.

  • @Bakkinius1
    @Bakkinius1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There is a clear colour difference between the Godox and the Aputure lights (Skin tones primarily). I am not sure whether they are match-able or if it is so so simple as a kelvin adjustment.
    If anybody would be able to answer (having tried both) that would be amazing.
    Great comparison by the way.
    Daniel

  • @AndietheLab
    @AndietheLab 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Can you please say: "I'm Gerald Undone and I'm not dangling dirty like in my last video" - Cheers!

  • @Amirmediacorp
    @Amirmediacorp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you compare these godox new LEDs with Nanlite? Their Forza 60 and Forza 300, can easily compare with aputure 120d ii and 300d ii. And they are cheaper. I was wondering how they perform in comparison with godox new LEDs.

  • @BrendenJohnFilms
    @BrendenJohnFilms 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wow, what a fantastic review! Wish more people knew their shit as well as you do and know how to give a proper, informative review! Thank you, this was so helpful for me!

  • @TheFunnyCarpenter
    @TheFunnyCarpenter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grabbed the VL 150 and the Soft box from the links- thanks for all the awesome videos Gerald! You’re a great resource for me as I try to improve my video quality....and the humour is top shelf:)

  • @migssotto
    @migssotto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Have you reviewed Nanlite products? Would love to get your thoughts on those 🙏

  • @shaunclark1405
    @shaunclark1405 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi there, have you looked at the nanlite Forza 60/300 & 500. They seem very good. What do you think.

    • @bastienchill
      @bastienchill 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shaun Clark interested

  • @3DPrintingNerd
    @3DPrintingNerd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It was this video that got me looking at the Godox VL150, and it was this video that had me pull the trigger on two. Thank you!

    • @bilelsouid
      @bilelsouid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      After month of use, are you happy with your purchase ?

    • @3DPrintingNerd
      @3DPrintingNerd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bilelsouid Very much so. Use them almost daily and love them.

    • @businesscutthrough
      @businesscutthrough 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are you shooting them through a soft or octobox? If so what sort of aperture and shutter speed do they perform at?

    • @stillsixstudios
      @stillsixstudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@3DPrintingNerd How's the fan noise at 50% or 100% in your opinion?

    • @3DPrintingNerd
      @3DPrintingNerd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stillsixstudios I'm usually running them at 85% to 90% and the fan noise isn't something I can notice.

  • @xakhuh5104
    @xakhuh5104 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hmm, I can’t understand how the Godox VL150 comes in 5645k and the Aputure is at 5800k. The Aputure light is clearly warmer in your comparison footage. And I have to say that the Aputure’s color rendering is much more pleasing to my eye. I noticed you didn’t mention the R9 value. That may be the reason why your skin looks much more natural in the comparison shot. Also another thing I’d note is that the larger COB is a disadvantage for most filmmakers, since a hard light is hard because traditionally the burning filament is a tiny source giving it very hard shadows on just about any subject of any size or distance. This is preferred because it makes the light much more cut-able with barn doors, close flags, scrims etc.. How about flicker on the Godox?
    I still think the Aputure is a much more professional piece of gear, justifying the price difference. BTW, I don’t own either. I use the NiceFoto 3300B, which has several shortcomings but is a great bare bones option. I can’t stand that hanging control box on all of these Aputure and Aputure clone lights. It’s such an awful cumbersome design that has no convenience value when you’ve already got a remote.
    Thanks for the review. You have a great channel, and your videos are very nicely done. 👍🏻

  • @RyanKao
    @RyanKao 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Sooo excited to get my hands on these lights. Stellar review Gerald!

  • @jacksonpetit1983
    @jacksonpetit1983 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it me or does the Aputure actually looks warmer in comparison to the Godox? The Aputure also appears to have a slight green shift.

  • @bowloflatte
    @bowloflatte 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Look at what I found! I was looking into the Aperture lights and this video shows up! Thanks for making the video Gerald. I love that you always show the product comparison in every aspect and show the result. I’m so convinced 😂

    • @guogegreat
      @guogegreat 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      这里竟然看到拿铁哥

  • @anasqsous2200
    @anasqsous2200 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey gerald what's your thoughts about the falconeyes lps 150t ?
    I read at their website that it has a 18400 lux at 1m and a 96 cri so i'm thinking about buying it or the godox sl-150w, so which one do you recommend ?

  • @LoveVFX
    @LoveVFX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for saving me a lot of money!
    I’m going to get the vl150 instead of a second 120d.
    Awesome review!

  • @michellebower3118
    @michellebower3118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great review. The FV150 is on sale at B&H for $219!!!!! Buying through your link now.

  • @AutoFOCUSED.
    @AutoFOCUSED. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Finally... someone reviews the VL-150!!! I've been talking about this for weeks and been waiting for a review!!!!!

    • @lightingbryan
      @lightingbryan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was belittled for posting "where are the VL300 reviews" on reddit. I don't understand why this is the ONLY video actually talking about the product. Bizarre

    • @greyspaniard
      @greyspaniard 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Now the search begins for a review of the VL-200

  • @MankindFilm
    @MankindFilm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I ageed with this video until my VL 150 caught on fire on a shoot and then burnt a small spot on my rug. Less than 2 years old barely used. Maybe 50 uses.

  • @Lognamackya
    @Lognamackya 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Gerald, great video!
    Any possibility (if you still have the lights) of testing the aputure fresnel 2 with the Godox lights? Thanks!

  • @afobainofilms646
    @afobainofilms646 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, i just bought Godox VLC150 and when the fan inside start working the light goes off did anybody knows why or should i return it

  • @armacanqui
    @armacanqui 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love the content as always! Gerald: was it just me or is there a magenta shift in the godox lights? Would one be able to match these lights (Aputure and Godox) in the same shot without using gels? Asking for a friend that already has an Aputure 120d mkII and is heavily considering getting a VL150 too... 🧐

    • @timbeaton5045
      @timbeaton5045 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Intersting. In the light comparison test, on my iMac, the Aputure lights all look a bit "warmer" to me. Only a slight shift, and i guess easily fixed in correction.

    • @armacanqui
      @armacanqui 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@timbeaton5045 Yeah, Aputure's lights seem more natural-looking on the skin to me, but Gerald even said the Godox are more color accurate? I know things can be matched in post, but since I have to live stream a lot these days, it would be good to know of a way to match them up live.

    • @markmaloney391
      @markmaloney391 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I felt the same way. It would be interesting to see the shooting settings? Were they color'd the same exact way in post? I was very intersted in the godox but If that magenta shift is real (OR even worse: the magenta was pushed in post to compensate for the Godox pushing more green then I'd be more like to get the aperture). Also you can spot the purple background being warmer on aperture shots. Not sure if that light is affecting the BG purple he hits it with or it's being warmed in post

    • @dominey
      @dominey 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use the Godox SL-60W, and mine has a definite magenta cast. It's subtle, but there. I took a white balance shot with the light and used that as my custom white balance in camera. Helped get rid of it.

  • @thomastmic
    @thomastmic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So the Godox VL300 with reflector is brighter then the Forza 500 with reflector at 66300 Lux 😳

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Am I the only one who felt Aputure has tendency to green tint whereas Godox has more pink tint? You mentioned at 3:37 "CRI isn't everything" - that's true! I even thought Godox has more natural skin tones than Aputure in comparison.

    • @Hexspa
      @Hexspa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think these VL lights are more neutral than the SL. The latter was definitely magenta-tinted and the 120d looked a tad green.

    • @DaveMajor
      @DaveMajor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am about to upgrade from sl60 to vl150 and one of the main reason is the magenta tint to everything. Hoping the vl will be a tad more neutral

    • @Hexspa
      @Hexspa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DaveMajor Let me know because I want one!

    • @DaveMajor
      @DaveMajor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@Hexspa hey, I just got back to my studio and did a v quick side by side test on the vl150 and the sl60 i set both to 100% and then adjusted the camera exposure settings. (with 90cm softbox FYI)
      The vl150 I had to shoot at iso 100 and f4 to get it exposed properly (middle grey 41 IRE)
      with the sl60 I had to change to 2.5 to get it exposed correctly again
      There is 'less' of a magenta hue to the vl150 but I didn't properly WB. If I took care and got it dialled I think it would defo reproduce skin tones more accurately.
      I bought the light from Amazon and had a discount voucher of 6% so got it for £350
      But it came with barn doors, coloured gels and 4 colour cards. So now the SL60 can be used with those for more interesting ambient lighting and hair lights etc while saving the vl150 for my key light.
      If you can afford it and get it with some of the added extras then I think it's a great buy (the other option was a gvm motorised slider but glad I went with this instead) especially if you have an sl60 already.

    • @Hexspa
      @Hexspa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DaveMajor Far out. Didn't know you played drums, that's cool. Have you used the VL in a video yet? I don't have the SL, just some Lusana Studio ones from eBay. I use the xrite video passport to help with color.

  • @user-f5xt2op9t
    @user-f5xt2op9t ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would love to see a followup on these Godox lights as nearly HALF of the ones I purchased have failed within 6 months.
    I don't blame you, but there certainly should be some sort of follow up and accountability as you undoubtedly influence many purchases.
    If nothing else, help people understand that companies like Godox are financing the next gen of products, by selling unproven models to early adopters. The second gen of these lights fixed all the issues that screwed over people like me. Understanding where a company is in the production cycle of a product is now ESSENTIAL in making smart purchases.
    Granted, this scumbag business model is nothing new; Blackmagic Design used it to grow early on. The first gen of Apple products used to be infamously bad, but now nearly every manufacturer adopts this "figure it out later" model.
    Thats my Two Cents. Thanks for all you do Gerald.

  • @joenicklo
    @joenicklo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So glad I saw this. I was actually going to order a 120D MKII tomorrow!

    • @flywheelmedia506
      @flywheelmedia506 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is definitely a fantastic product, I wish these lights came out 3 months ago. However, you may want to check out Potato Jet's review of the 120D MKII first, because he covers some small improvements on the construction that may be better in the long run than the Godox light.

    • @varujhanchapanian7006
      @varujhanchapanian7006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 120d ii.Its a decent light but I hate the grean/yellow tint it has.I need to add a minus green gel to get rid of it.Im going to sell mine.

  • @carlborgen
    @carlborgen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Picked up 2 VL150 and it seems like they are impossible to dim lower than 10% brightness wirelessly. Neither the app nore the remote goes any lower, even though the control box goes down to 1%. Have I missed something, otherwise this is a rather annoying flaw I'd expect you to pick up on.

  • @jimiernola8540
    @jimiernola8540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I like the nanlite forza lineup. I think you should check them out aswell!

    • @AndreiLucaa
      @AndreiLucaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep! Awesome lights. I got the Forza 300 and received the Forza 60 as a bonus. Crazy good deal!

    • @nicholasfong3662
      @nicholasfong3662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AndreiLucaa How are they on the fan noise in comparison to sl60w or aputure?

    • @nicholasfong3662
      @nicholasfong3662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Louder past self

    • @mmike855
      @mmike855 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AndreiLucaa Nice! Where did you buy it?

    • @AndreiLucaa
      @AndreiLucaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Muncatchy from a local dealership in Romania. westbuy.ro

  • @CountSorinsRealm
    @CountSorinsRealm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol just got 2 VL300's for $100 less than the 300D MK II. I am pumped to say the least!

  • @directoradamg
    @directoradamg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "as good or better in pretty much every category"
    I'm curious about this statement. If you ignore the sidus link app vs godox app (there is no comparison, godox's app is very poor), then i think i would agree with you. However there is one issue:
    You mentioned very quickly the aputure fresnel. Can you please show a side by side comparison of the aputure 120 and vl series with the aputure fresnel 2x and spotlight mount? Both the aputure fresnel and spotlight mount require a specific distance of the COB inside the attachment to work properly. If that distance is not meant, then the fresnel 2x and spotlight mount are not going to work. In that case, the extra ~$300 more for the aputure 300 vII would be a huge selling point.

    • @AlexDerrick_DP
      @AlexDerrick_DP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was going to ask the same thing. Can you use the fresnel and leko mount? That's the main reason I would use a COB lights right now.

  • @jesserodriguez143
    @jesserodriguez143 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Gerald, for the Godox VL 200 and 300 I noticed it has a set up for 2 V mount batteries. Does it need both in order for the light to work full power? Thank you in advance!

  • @mcgreevs24
    @mcgreevs24 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “Hey I’m Tommy” cracked me up. Thanks for this awesome review, Gerald!

  • @NewLayer
    @NewLayer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My FV200 is my go to above like 10 others right now. If you had to choose just 1, would it be the FV150 or VL150? I’ll be picking up a VL200 ASAP to see which I like better.

  • @ianblackburn2645
    @ianblackburn2645 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've been split between getting one of these or the nanlite for ages now

  • @MichaelGreenwoodMG
    @MichaelGreenwoodMG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm probably buying the VL150 off the back of your review Gerald

  • @robertfeliciano5723
    @robertfeliciano5723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Any flicker, especially at high frame rates?

    • @ryanfreer77
      @ryanfreer77 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's just what I was wondering. Flicker seemed to be an issue with previous Godox models, which is why I was holding out for an Aputure. Hopefully, Godox has fixed that problem.

  • @johnnysparkleface3096
    @johnnysparkleface3096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I noticed you look to the right to get undone. Do you look to the left to get done?
    Almost forgot - I must say, all of your videos are super-informative, but this is a real nugget of a video, for my needs. Thanks very much!

  • @itsjantore
    @itsjantore 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That hole for umbrellas is genius actually. Umbrellas are cheap and take up basically no space, so a fantastic alternative to softboxes. I have used the SL200 for a year soon, and I have been really pleased with it, no fan noise to complain of. Nice to see improvements have been made anyways.

  • @seangentry2943
    @seangentry2943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I picked up a VL150 and the Laofas softbox a while back and while the light has been great, I'd personally advise against the sofbox. Mine fell apart after only a handful of uses. I recently picked up one of the new Smallrig softboxes which are similarly priced and it seems MUCH more robust.

  • @arda_
    @arda_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally a video on these! Very happy with my Godox lights!

  • @JeffCorcelius
    @JeffCorcelius 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Newer to this channel. Enjoying your thorough reviews. I’m definitely eyeing up a Godox VL150.

  • @JaredMagers
    @JaredMagers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Just take my money! 🤣👍🏼 I literally just dropped my aperture studio light and it broke. These look pretty awesome and I think they will work great for my studio set up. Thanks Gerald! 🎥🎬

    • @KindHappyLove
      @KindHappyLove 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man you dropped and broke your aputure light just to buy these... I don't think that was what he was going for.

    • @JaredMagers
      @JaredMagers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joseph Rotoni I didn’t brake it on purpose lol... just a studio accident... I have insurance for the light so I think I can get a brand new one for free but these are cheaper and I think I may get some of these to have as well 🎥🎬
      #KeepCreating

    • @KindHappyLove
      @KindHappyLove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JaredMagers haha yeah man I was totally being sarcastic. I was wondering if I'd get you to bite though lol.

    • @JaredMagers
      @JaredMagers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joseph Rotoni Haha I was wondering if you were being serious or not. I bit 🤣👍🏼

    • @KindHappyLove
      @KindHappyLove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JaredMagers haha well I appreciate the laugh in these times especially! Thank you. Have a good one and let me know how that light works out. I think I may go for the VL150.

  • @FlyinRyanProductions406
    @FlyinRyanProductions406 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Damn. I jest had my mind made up on aputure 300d ii until I saw this video. Now I’m back to square one on deciding what to get.

  • @GlenReed
    @GlenReed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Godox lights seem to be a bit cooler in regards to color temperature IMO.

    • @pahwraith
      @pahwraith 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Something a gel can fix.

    • @GlenReed
      @GlenReed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Newtperc It would be interesting to know what camera he was filming on. I know he has a few different rigs.

    • @GlenReed
      @GlenReed 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pahwraith At that point gel would begin to cut the light output down and it would no longer be more powerful than the Aputure.

    • @GlenReed
      @GlenReed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Newtperc I'd not want to gel my light if I don't have to. The least amount of steps to the process the better!

    • @pahwraith
      @pahwraith 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GlenReed
      But I don't necessarily see it as a deal breaker, that's all I'm saying.

  • @davidbesh4809
    @davidbesh4809 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Take a look at the nanlite forza 60, 300, and 500! They are incredible alternatives to Aputure at a cheaper price. I also believe that are better in a lot of ways.

  • @milesian1
    @milesian1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wait, did I really hear you pronounce the company name CORRECTLY as "God Ox"? Dang, you really do know what you're talking about!
    For a little background to my comment, the company's name in Chinese, 神牛, can literally be translated as "Holy Cow" or "Sacred Cow," neither of which would be too appealing to the outside world. They somehow came up with "God Ox" instead, which most consumers and TH-camrs (here's looking at you, Robert Hall) run together as "Go Dox", which seems to me a terrible idea with a few exceptions for those that really deserve a good doxxing.
    In current Chinese parlance, 很神 ("godlike") is often used as a superlative, to marvel at someone's excellence. It's also taken on the role as a modifier, as in 神准 ("incredibly accurate" or "spot on"). Yes, the ancient language of Chinese is quite adaptable and vibrant in our world today!

    • @smilvn4
      @smilvn4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OHMYGOD i would've never found out if i wasn't reading the comments while watching this video

    • @FranciscoJoelHernandez
      @FranciscoJoelHernandez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is actually incorrect. My friend Rob Hall and I spoke to the owner of Godox and a sales rep who said it is pronounced "goh-dox". The company originally did have the "godlike" meaning attached but then shifted away from religious meanings for business purposes.

  • @daniellefernandes8423
    @daniellefernandes8423 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so how does the VL150 compare to the SL60W ?

  • @brandoncoello140
    @brandoncoello140 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Bought a 300D II and 120D two days ago..

    • @KtmDesignz
      @KtmDesignz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      F

    • @nicholassmith7723
      @nicholassmith7723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So return them. You're still in the window

    • @fansofER
      @fansofER 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought those same lights 3 months ago oh well

    • @nicholassmith7723
      @nicholassmith7723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fansofER Still fantastic lights. It's just the nature of technology

    • @fansofER
      @fansofER 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nicholas Smith I have no regrets, the 120D II & 300D II are solid lights that will last me years. I did lots of research before buying them

  • @James_m7
    @James_m7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you put on a 7-inch grid on these Godox reflectors?

  • @frankfeng2701
    @frankfeng2701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    God-Ox pronunciation approved.

    • @ToddLloyd
      @ToddLloyd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Frank Feng Is this true? My whole internal dialog has been changed.

    • @finnillson4808
      @finnillson4808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      All hail the God-Ox. He bring-eth affordable light to illuminate the path.

    • @frankfeng2701
      @frankfeng2701 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ToddLloyd True. That's what Godox means in Chinese.

  • @JoseSorianoPhotography
    @JoseSorianoPhotography 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was considering the FV300 and 150 but now you get me thinking since you said fan noise could be a concern. How loud would you say the fan noise is? compared to the Aputure 120d? or the other ones? is it a deal-breaker?

  • @אלוןאנגל-ה9ש
    @אלוןאנגל-ה9ש 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can you make a video about their newest Light to one it has a by color and the c o b light

  • @ajrc1987
    @ajrc1987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Gerald, have you tried the Pixapro Led100 MIII? They are pretty similar to the Apurture ones but cheaper. They also have the Led200 MIII rated at 15.000 lux at 1m. I haven’t tried the latest though.

    • @yiorgosmoustakis3564
      @yiorgosmoustakis3564 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also wondering how they compare to Pixapro led100 miii

  • @mikelleramos1597
    @mikelleramos1597 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hope you can review the forza 60 and 300 cob

  • @danielvilliers612
    @danielvilliers612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would have liked to see someone test this against the Genaray Powerhouse. That thing was considered much more powerful than the Aputure 300 and is sold for $ 700.

    • @romankoblov1386
      @romankoblov1386 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Daniel Villiers i have that light and tbh it’s not as bright as I was expecting. The build quality isn’t great either.

  • @MorgonautHackintosh
    @MorgonautHackintosh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gerald, I saw your video several times and I used your advices and get the VL150 - and I don't regret it. Thanks very much for your work. I'm your fan - and I'm not a fan of quite anybody :) ....

  • @austinbvi
    @austinbvi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Gerald, great video, I'd like to use your Godox VL300 Amazon link because you influenced the decision to buy and I love the channel but the link's down

  • @TechReflex
    @TechReflex 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've watched this video 3-5 times, really want to buy these after using 4 x LED bulbs bouncing off of ceiling, but these will take time to be available in India. :(

  • @waseemandhisdad
    @waseemandhisdad 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a reference!!!

  • @ScottBalkum
    @ScottBalkum 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Godox looked quite a bit cooler on your skin. I’d have to say the Aputure looked more pleasing. But, with some adjustments to your camera, I would imagine most of that could be fixed and you save a bit more money.

  • @mmike855
    @mmike855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How does this match up to the Forza 300 or Forza 500?

  • @packardjennings
    @packardjennings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @geraldundone Great video! I'm a recent vl 150 owner! I love it - great review. I have a question about modifiers - happy to donate - I saw that the apurture 2x fresnel may not work optimally with this light because the chip placement is further forward. I also heard that the Nanlite Fresnel Lens for Forza 300 works really well. Some of this comes from Gaffer and Gear about the SL 200II. Can you throw in your 2 cents?
    Also, the included 7" reflectors are bright, but may not be ideal for use with barn doors - maybe a different 7" reflector that has a more traditional modeled interior like the 120d?
    Love the channel - thank you!

    •  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you have the chance to test the Forza fresnel (fl-20g) attachment on VL series?

    • @packardjennings
      @packardjennings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ I did. I bought one. Very well made, nice bag and works! I can't compare it to any other, as it is the only one I've used.

    •  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@packardjennings Great! Thanks for sharing your experience. It's very helpful for us.

    • @packardjennings
      @packardjennings 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ You bet

  • @justmikey5055
    @justmikey5055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    dude..you're amazing lol... so impressed by your reviews and the way you articulate facts ...

  • @neofilm
    @neofilm 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    On my phone when you did the comparison it looks like the aperture had better skin tones or at least more pleasing to me, like more contrasty or a little more red whereas the godox just kind of reminded me of a cheap Sony camera look. Use the same diffuser is or softboxes? When you were going from godox to aperture did you keep all of the other variables the same ? In the last comparison the aperture softboxe looked better but what light were you using for those soft box comparisons? I'm going to have to see if I feel the same way when I look at this on my computer and TV.

  • @JD-ne1cn
    @JD-ne1cn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very important question. I had the problem, that it didn't hold the weight of the softbox with a previous version. Does it hold without tilting the light?

    • @geraldundone
      @geraldundone  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, no problems with these ones.

  • @dukabase
    @dukabase 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are fantastic. Thank you very much ;)

  • @markusr3259
    @markusr3259 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do they have DMX control? I've got a couple of existing Godox COBs but would really love to be able to replace them with something that I could wire up to a cheap DMX board rather than faffing about with multiple remotes.

    • @geraldundone
      @geraldundone  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      No. Good question. Only the Aputures have the DMX ports.

    • @markusr3259
      @markusr3259 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@geraldundone What a shame :( seems like a strange oversight on their part. Thanks for the info!

  • @brettsmithphotography2463
    @brettsmithphotography2463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Gerald! I’m wanting to get one of these but I can’t decide between the 150 or 300? Is the 150 good enough for most uses? What does the VL300 have over the 150?

  • @FranciscoJoelHernandez
    @FranciscoJoelHernandez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Gerald, I know you're a stickler for accuracy. It's pronounced "goh-dox". Not "god-ox". Just thought to share.

    • @geraldundone
      @geraldundone  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's not actually. I pronounced it correctly. Learned the pronunciation from the company themselves.

    • @FranciscoJoelHernandez
      @FranciscoJoelHernandez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gerald Undone it was at one point pronounced that way years ago, but no longer isn't. My friend Robert Hall and I went to PhotoKina in 2018 and spoke to both the main sales manager and owner of Godox who both said it's pronounced "goh-dox" now.

  • @ExploringStillConnected
    @ExploringStillConnected 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you ever tried the Nanlite Forza series?

    • @mmike855
      @mmike855 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm wondering the same thing!

  • @JoshKaufmanstuff
    @JoshKaufmanstuff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Gerald, your Amazon links for the lights are broken fyi ;-)

    • @geraldundone
      @geraldundone  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I think they're fixed now.

  • @Q2Japan
    @Q2Japan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really interesting video. Is it just me or do the godox shots have a purplish/blue skin tone?

  • @priesjensen
    @priesjensen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should definitely check out the Forza 60!

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thx Gerald, this is just the video I've been waiting for since I stumbled over the VL series on the internet.

  • @danieldougan269
    @danieldougan269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking for a good hybrid option like the FV150 but brighter for outdoor use as a flash and as a continuous light...ideally battery-powered. Suggestions? I know there's the FV200, but I'm not sure if that would be bright enough (would it?), and it's not battery-powered.

  • @Nerdhaunt
    @Nerdhaunt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yup, I am calling it 120D MII killer 🤣

  • @ryanlbstudios
    @ryanlbstudios 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you compare these to the apature 300x

  • @ПітерАндрійХенфілдКолісник

    Hello from Kyiv Ukraine. Thank you for bringing to our attention these new Godox lights. Another alternative deep parabolic soft box that I use which has the same features and build quality as Apurture and comes with a grid and 2 diffusion panels of very good quality is the Ambitful deep parabolic soft box available in 90 and 120cm.

  • @BadKarma714
    @BadKarma714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Are you saying the name right I heard a lot of other TH-camrs call it Go-Dox?

  • @lalallalalaaa863
    @lalallalalaaa863 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He Gerald, thanks for video , maybe offtopic question but do you planning to make some kind of short film or documentary ? Judging on your lighting and shooting skills it can be really cool , thanks for the answer !

  • @dimasrandypatria2849
    @dimasrandypatria2849 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, can you please review the saramonic sr-q2 handy recorder? And maybe also with its recording modes. Thanks.

  • @vincelicas2422
    @vincelicas2422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the best Gear review channel. The way you do your review and edit the videos has the most awesome flow. It reminds me of reading magazines back in the day. Love what you do. Thanks for keeping us entertained as well. Please stay safe!

  • @ArkitectFitness
    @ArkitectFitness 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LMAO i have such an incredible skill at buying something just as a newer better model comes out. I literally had an SL300 delivered yesterday.
    Do you think it's worth going to the new 150? They're about the same price.

  • @BikeShopGirl
    @BikeShopGirl 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gerald - would the Apurture lantern work on the Godox 150?

  • @zapppel
    @zapppel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just realized this. Is he reading off a teleprompter?

  • @DalelCampbell
    @DalelCampbell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! This was sooo helpful!! Quick question, would the VL200 be able compete with the sun?

  • @JakeEarp
    @JakeEarp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been patiently waiting for a good alternative to the 120d ii. Think it's time I finally pull the trigger on a proper video light. Thanks for making this video! excellent and informative as always!!!