Thank you so much, you did a great job with this product review. This may just be the ticket for lighting insects :) I wish you all the best, and thumbs UP!!!
1:41 - if it’s spinning like you did,put it in the background, throw it out of focus and you have the illusion of a carnival ride or casino game light. Or what if you alternate one red, one blue, one red, one blue, you may have a gimmick police car light that can shine on a character or location.
I've been using the TL60 tubes lights and the possibilities with those lights are outstanding. Otherweise, I think this TL30, due to its size and limited output, is not as useful as his big brother. I wish they release a TL120 version in the near future, that would be the perfect light to complete my ilumination kit. Great video, as always!!!! :D
Great video! I just ordered a set of these. Glad I found your channel. Very informative videos and editing is on point. All good fast info, no BS. Love it! I have subscribed! Thanks for putting in the time 🙏
Nice review! Exactly what I wanted to see! actually my only nit was with the ball head solution. I think there's a better/cheaper way! They have packs of those off camera flash umbrella mounts that come with cold shoes and 3/8s spigots for like 30 bucks total. You could totally use those to secure and adjust the light however you want. AND diffuse it with an umbrellaellaella!
Very thorough. Thank you for sharing! Just got to play with Nanlite pavotubes and definitely have them on my gear wish list. I wish there was a comparable cheaper option.
I’m super curious how these compare to the Nanlite Pavotubes. Also exactly the same price for a single unit. But it doesn’t appear that Nanlite has this many accessories or modifiers so that’s pretty cool!
I have the pavotube, and its biggest downfall for me is no remote way to control it. Otherwise they do mostly the same things with a few small design differences. I really like the Godox ones a smidge better over Pavotubes but also really like the Iwata tube lights - got a video on those here on the channel (its on the end screen as well).
@@FellowFilmmaker ahhh wow! Sweet thank you for the reply! I just checked out your Iwata video and those look nice too. I’ve actually been wanting to get a small tube light for a while now, so they all look pretty good. Would you say that the Iwata has the longest battery life? I’m also curious if you could power any of them off mains power while using them. I’ve been considering getting one for lighting a livestream that I do so power/battery life are probably the most important to me. I had actually completely forgotten about that detail until I watched your videos! Thanks for all the super helpful info!!!! 😀
You can power all of them off mains power while using them, forgot to maybe mention that, haha! :D And I'd say the Iwata does have a slightly better battery performance. Also, I don't know why, but I really just love the colors that come out of the Iwata tube lights. Haha, I haven't proven why or anything, just something to note is all! In the end, I'd say from personal experience to stay away from the small pavotubes (I've just had issues with mine since having it), go with the larger if you want to go the nanlite route, and then either Godox or Iwata is good for the smaller tube lights. :D Hope that helps!
@@FellowFilmmaker ok awesome! That is seriously appreciated! I most certainly trust your qualitative opinion since you have so much experience using a huge range of different lights! That makes a lot of sense to me. I’ve noticed for myself that some RGB lights are more saturated than others (I have 2 different sets of GVM panels, and they are definitely not created equal), and there is absolutely no way I would have been able to know that without you sharing. That is quite awesome. Thanks so much! I’ll probably end up going with the Iwata because of the color and better battery life that you mentioned (good to know they can all be powered off mains as well 😀).
You are most welcome! Glad I could help! and yes, not all are equal for sure :D But seriously consider the accessories that Godox has for the tube lights, get the grid at the very least, I use it alot! :D
Have you tried the smaller ball heads, which are also much cheaper? But yes I agree, they need to solve it for you and not make you buy other gear to use the included accessories
use gobo heads and Manfrotto 013 Adapter and you are fine. they are standards in movie making sets and if you have one ore two you will end up using them a lot ;)
Very impressive video. Thank you so much. Kindly help me to decide Godox TL30 RGB tube VS GODOX LC500R RGB LED STICK to buy. Which one you suggest? Please
@@FellowFilmmaker Thanks for your advice. Will you help me to setup a youtube studio for interviewing 2 persons in a small room? In that case I can send you the drawing of my room. I gone through your videos and tried to list down the accessories but I am little bit confused about my consideration. Whether I should buy ML 60 or ML60bi, Tl30 or LC 500 R or Apputure MC etc etc. I need to come out from this dilemma. thanks in advance
I have these and the Nanlite Pavotubes, the Nanlites are far superior, and the diffusion on the Godox is quite bad, you can see the LEDs through the diffuser, sadly they could've had a great product, but the shortcuts they took leave it a bit short of something decent.
Great video - you got a new sub! Do you know of any other tube lights priced the same or cheaper that have better built in diffusion? I would like to have 2 as key lights on either side of my super wide monitor instead of more traditional key lights, but the godox seems like it would be too harsh for this kind of scenario... Thanks!
I guess it would depend on what you're using it for. Grab two of each maybe? :D I use them both here and there, but don't ever really need 4 of just one of them.
Hi! I’m new here to the channel! I just wanted to say I love your A-roll headshot setup, it looks so so amazing!!! I’ve always wanted a similar look for my videos! Just looks so natural and inviting. I was wondering if you’d be willing to share how you achieved such a look? Thanks so much:)
@@FellowFilmmaker thanks for the quick response! Yes! 1.How you get such vibrant/warm colors 2. Settings(in camera) 3. Framing 4.Lighting Thanks so much!
@@FellowFilmmaker thanks! I was thinking that 8 point mount could possibly be used to simulate a 2 foot soft box. With he recent price drop, these are tempting.
Now you've reviewed the Godox TL30 and the Iwata Master S, if you had to choose, which do you prefer? Both obviously have their app gripes (something that seems universal on short RGB tubes), so it comes down to overall quality from the hardware.
Thank you so much, you did a great job with this product review. This may just be the ticket for lighting insects :) I wish you all the best, and thumbs UP!!!
Thank you very much :D
1:41 - if it’s spinning like you did,put it in the background, throw it out of focus and you have the illusion of a carnival ride or casino game light. Or what if you alternate one red, one blue, one red, one blue, you may have a gimmick police car light that can shine on a character or location.
ooh good point! Great ideas :)
I've been using the TL60 tubes lights and the possibilities with those lights are outstanding. Otherweise, I think this TL30, due to its size and limited output, is not as useful as his big brother. I wish they release a TL120 version in the near future, that would be the perfect light to complete my ilumination kit. Great video, as always!!!! :D
I agree, a longer tube light would be alot nicer! Its possible they are in the making.... :D
They’re here!
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Thanks for the links to the accessories! That coupler is exactly what I needed 👍🏼
Glad I could help! The coupler is great :D
Great video! I just ordered a set of these.
Glad I found your channel. Very informative videos and editing is on point. All good fast info, no BS. Love it! I have subscribed! Thanks for putting in the time 🙏
Appreciate that, thank you! :D Welcome to the channel
You lit up my morning. Thank you for all the great videos.
Happy to hear that! :D you are most welcome for the videos, working on more as I type :D
Nice review! Exactly what I wanted to see! actually my only nit was with the ball head solution. I think there's a better/cheaper way! They have packs of those off camera flash umbrella mounts that come with cold shoes and 3/8s spigots for like 30 bucks total. You could totally use those to secure and adjust the light however you want. AND diffuse it with an umbrellaellaella!
Nice idea! Didn't think of that, so thanks for sharing :)
Great video, those grids just went on my wish list.
Nice! They are very helpful for sure :D Use them often
These are very interesting lights. I can imagine many uses for them. Another great video.
For sure, you can be as creative as you want :D
Thanks for watching, Jeff!
I got the 4 light kit and the thing I use these for is hair light/ back light in tight spots and as a work light when house lights are down.
Thanks for sharing! Glad to see/hear you find great uses for them
Can you run these plugged in with wall power? This a great little set!
Yes you can!
@@FellowFilmmaker Amazing, thank you so much 🙂
Most welcome :D
It seems you like to throw things around, it`s great. Thanks for nice review.
Haha, seems so!
Very thorough. Thank you for sharing! Just got to play with Nanlite pavotubes and definitely have them on my gear wish list. I wish there was a comparable cheaper option.
Thanks for watching! :D
Have you used them for anything fun or specific type of video?
@@FellowFilmmaker a music video / test / proof of concept
Thanks for the video! there are small ball heads adapters for lightstands that are quite cheap and smaller than the camera tripod versions!
Thanks for the info!
I use flash light holders (more sturdy)
I can see the 8 way coupler being used in music videos
True! I know it has uses, just didn't find one right away with what I'm typically doing
Judging by the juggling, would you be comfortable chucking one of these lights into a backpack to use as a travel light?
haha, yes, totally have :D Dropped them alot too
Thank you 🙏🏼
You’re welcome 😊
Hello! I have a question, do they keep on when charging?
Fast video, Well explained, NEW SUBSCRIBER :)
I’m super curious how these compare to the Nanlite Pavotubes. Also exactly the same price for a single unit. But it doesn’t appear that Nanlite has this many accessories or modifiers so that’s pretty cool!
I have the pavotube, and its biggest downfall for me is no remote way to control it. Otherwise they do mostly the same things with a few small design differences. I really like the Godox ones a smidge better over Pavotubes but also really like the Iwata tube lights - got a video on those here on the channel (its on the end screen as well).
@@FellowFilmmaker ahhh wow! Sweet thank you for the reply! I just checked out your Iwata video and those look nice too. I’ve actually been wanting to get a small tube light for a while now, so they all look pretty good. Would you say that the Iwata has the longest battery life? I’m also curious if you could power any of them off mains power while using them. I’ve been considering getting one for lighting a livestream that I do so power/battery life are probably the most important to me. I had actually completely forgotten about that detail until I watched your videos! Thanks for all the super helpful info!!!! 😀
You can power all of them off mains power while using them, forgot to maybe mention that, haha! :D And I'd say the Iwata does have a slightly better battery performance. Also, I don't know why, but I really just love the colors that come out of the Iwata tube lights. Haha, I haven't proven why or anything, just something to note is all! In the end, I'd say from personal experience to stay away from the small pavotubes (I've just had issues with mine since having it), go with the larger if you want to go the nanlite route, and then either Godox or Iwata is good for the smaller tube lights. :D Hope that helps!
@@FellowFilmmaker ok awesome! That is seriously appreciated! I most certainly trust your qualitative opinion since you have so much experience using a huge range of different lights! That makes a lot of sense to me. I’ve noticed for myself that some RGB lights are more saturated than others (I have 2 different sets of GVM panels, and they are definitely not created equal), and there is absolutely no way I would have been able to know that without you sharing. That is quite awesome. Thanks so much! I’ll probably end up going with the Iwata because of the color and better battery life that you mentioned (good to know they can all be powered off mains as well 😀).
You are most welcome! Glad I could help! and yes, not all are equal for sure :D
But seriously consider the accessories that Godox has for the tube lights, get the grid at the very least, I use it alot! :D
Have you tried the smaller ball heads, which are also much cheaper? But yes I agree, they need to solve it for you and not make you buy other gear to use the included accessories
I did not, because the ones I've got from smallrig stink at holding any weight.
Re: the need for ball heads: what about a friction arm? Are they too heavy for something of that nature?
It might work with certain friction arms, like the ifootage ones, not sure about all.
use gobo heads and Manfrotto 013 Adapter and you are fine. they are standards in movie making sets and if you have one ore two you will end up using them a lot ;)
Very impressive video. Thank you so much. Kindly help me to decide Godox TL30 RGB tube VS GODOX LC500R RGB LED STICK to buy. Which one you suggest? Please
I believe the 500r is a brighter tube light, so if that's what you care about then that would be a good choice
@@FellowFilmmaker Thanks for your advice. Will you help me to setup a youtube studio for interviewing 2 persons in a small room? In that case I can send you the drawing of my room. I gone through your videos and tried to list down the accessories but I am little bit confused about my consideration. Whether I should buy ML 60 or ML60bi, Tl30 or LC 500 R or Apputure MC etc etc. I need to come out from this dilemma. thanks in advance
You're welcome to email me and we can chat about a private consult and if that's a good fit for us both
@@FellowFilmmaker Thanks for the reply. May I get your email ID please.
@@FellowFilmmaker I wrote you in your website.
While that was an awesome review
Btw how on earth did you hold those 4 lights at the same time
Glad you enjoyed it! Haha, and I held them between my fingers with a ninja-like grip :D
I have these and the Nanlite Pavotubes, the Nanlites are far superior, and the diffusion on the Godox is quite bad, you can see the LEDs through the diffuser, sadly they could've had a great product, but the shortcuts they took leave it a bit short of something decent.
Thanks for sharing :)
@@FellowFilmmaker you're welcome, and keep up with the good reviews, followed your channel from 2000 subs and enjoyed your work 👌
Great video - you got a new sub! Do you know of any other tube lights priced the same or cheaper that have better built in diffusion? I would like to have 2 as key lights on either side of my super wide monitor instead of more traditional key lights, but the godox seems like it would be too harsh for this kind of scenario... Thanks!
Iwata Master S tubes are good, I like those. Nanlite pavotube as well has good diffusion.
Great content.. thank you for sharing your views. Do you recommend 4 TL30 or 2 TL60?
I guess it would depend on what you're using it for. Grab two of each maybe? :D I use them both here and there, but don't ever really need 4 of just one of them.
So can you use these as a rim-light on guitar playthrough videos? Or will they be too tiny?
You could yes
I use one as a hair light in my talking head video
After a couple of uses my TL30 would no longer charge. Great light but not convinced the build quality is there.
Dang that's too bad! Thanks for sharing that
Would you recommend just buying 2 2-packs since it's cheaper and you get 4 grids?
For sure :D
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it
Can I use this Godox TL30 RGB tube light kit as Elgato Key Light replacement?
I suppose you could, tho you'd have to have them constantly plugged in and turn each on individually each time, so that would be a bother.
Is it usable for long exposure light painting photo? Or this comes under videography light?
Cause the 2 light combo is similar priced to Godox lc500R.
Yes it can be used for photography too :)
Can you recommend a good ball head....thanks
Ifootage has great stuff that I always recommend, the ball head on this small lil timberpod I really love alot: bhpho.to/3Fetyl4
Wow… I was sold on this pack within first 30 secs 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
Haha, well I hope the video as a whole helped you figure out if you need/want them! :D
Nice review ! Q. Any issue with the performance of the battery ? Thank you
They've been pretty good, don't recall any issues in using them over last few months
@@FellowFilmmaker Thank you
super! tha lux results you mesured from 1 m. distance? thanks
oh forgot to include the distance, it was 1.5ft
@@FellowFilmmaker half meter? oh
Yeah, the specs would be near unrecordable at the usual distance since they aren't that bright of a light
Hola de cuanto cm son de 25 o de 40?
Is this for someone who is a wedding photographer?
It could be for anyone, depending on how you use it
If you have some long exposure you want to do, it can be great for that
cool beans!
:D yep!
Is the tl60 marginally brighter than the tl30 ?
The TL60 is alot brighter,
Hi! I’m new here to the channel! I just wanted to say I love your A-roll headshot setup, it looks so so amazing!!!
I’ve always wanted a similar look for my videos! Just looks so natural and inviting.
I was wondering if you’d be willing to share how you achieved such a look? Thanks so much:)
Hey Brandon
I certainly am considering it, so I'm glad to hear you're interested
Anything in particular you'd like to see covered?
@@FellowFilmmaker thanks for the quick response! Yes!
1.How you get such vibrant/warm colors
2. Settings(in camera)
3. Framing
4.Lighting
Thanks so much!
What distance did you measure the lux output?
18 inches
@@FellowFilmmaker thanks!
I was thinking that 8 point mount could possibly be used to simulate a 2 foot soft box. With he recent price drop, these are tempting.
That is the idea behind that piece I believe :D I didn't try it tho, haha
Now you've reviewed the Godox TL30 and the Iwata Master S, if you had to choose, which do you prefer?
Both obviously have their app gripes (something that seems universal on short RGB tubes), so it comes down to overall quality from the hardware.
I like the hardware for whatever reason on Iwata. Just something about them I like a tad more. Both are fine technically
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:D
2 grids for 4 lights? Also, you got something on the back of your shirt. :)
Haha, yeah I wish they had put more in!
Oh dang, I knew I lost one of them lights :p
Did you use an electric turntable here? th-cam.com/video/UKXTsI2dDc4/w-d-xo.html
Which one is it?
Yes I did and it's this one right here: amzn.to/3LikRu3
How do I purchase this??
Thank you. They appear to be overpriced