Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light
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The Bescor LED-40 is an on-camera, daylight balanced LED light that provides the equivalent of 40W of illumination. Suitable for both video and DSLR cameras, the LED-40 offers a wide beam that reaches over 20 feet and runs on standard alkaline or NiMH AAA batteries (housed in an easy-access internal battery compartment). With its universal shoe mount and included side arm bracket, this bright, compact light can also be mounted to one side or on a stand, for off-axis illumination.
- LED Technology
- LED technology offers lamp longevity, low power consumption, low heat, and daylight balanced illumination.
- AAA Batteries
- This light utilizes 3 alkaline AAA batteries or rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries for its power source.
- Wide Array
- The LED-40 offers a wide array of 36 individual LEDs for a broad beam that illuminates up to at least 20 feet.
| Lamp Type | 36 LEDs |
| Mount Type | Shoe Mount |
| Power Source | 3 AAA Alkaline or NiMH Batteries |
| Power Consumption | 4.5VDC |
| Power Connector | 4.5V 600ma DC Input Jack |
| Dimensions | 3 x 2.5" (7.6 x 6.4 cm) |
| Weight | 3.6 oz (102g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 26 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (11)
- Good power output (11)
- Attach securely (9)
- Compact (8)
- Improves performance (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home movies (10)
- Independent films (5)
- Low light (5)
- Night time (5)
- Night video (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (5), Semi-pro photographer (5), Business owner (4), Film professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (26)
Most Liked Positive Review
AWESOME!!!!!!!
This light is sweet, period. For such a tiny thing the light it gives off is just plain old awesome. The fact that all I need is AAA is beyond great also. It's ...Read complete review
This light is sweet, period. For such a tiny thing the light it gives off is just plain old awesome. The fact that all I need is AAA is beyond great also. It's easy to use and BRIGHT nuff said. Only complaint is the run time isn't the best, but with AAA's as cheap as they are who cares.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great Little Light
This light is perfect for shoots indoor and out. It's portable and runs by batteries. You can use on your camera or stand alone.
This light is perfect for shoots indoor and out. It's portable and runs by batteries. You can use on your camera or stand alone.
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Pros
- Cheap
- Powerful
- Stays cool
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Not that feature rich but it seems to work well. Could do with some adjustment, in terms of brightness.
The sidearm it comes with is useful, even if you're not using it with the light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Great little light. A lot better than wearing a heavy battery belt.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
For what it is this is a great deal. Most on camera LED systems cost a lot more but also do a lot more. If you're looking for a straight forward easy lighting system, this works very well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
I use this product for video shooting with my canon 5d, it's fabulous to illuminate small object or details...but in a portrait it's so useful too!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Compact
- Detachable arm
- Powerful
Cons
- No barn doors
- No dimmer
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Bought this light for my Panasonic DVX-100B that I use for wedding videography. Gives off a lot of lighting for a very small light. Rather inexpensive, plus it offers the option of either attaching to the top of the camera or using the side arm mount. The light can be a little bright up close to objects, since there are no barn doors or dimmer switches.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Powerful
Cons
- Harsh Color
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
This product gets the job done, on a budget. As others said it does have a slight blue tint but can be corrected in post production. Overall i was suprised on how much light this little bad boy produces. It is made of plastic so it kinda looks cheap but it comes with a few extra accessories
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
- No dimmer
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
This light is very bright and it works very well in low or no light envioroment especially when video recording.I used it on my canon SX30IS when recording and also when taking still photos in low light without a flash.The hot shoe and tripod attachments fit perfectly and secured on my camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good power output
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Good luminosity, better and bigger than the other brands out there, works great...cons:dsnt come w/electrical adapter the ligth is to white no difuser. good product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
Cons
- Flimsy Design
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Not the best LED.lighting system, but the cost/benefit surpasess the [$] investment expectation.What I love the most is that batteries just don't run out fast, and the 3 cold shoes it has on it's sides. I bought the first one to try it, and now I use 2 3-light systems in my two cameras. A little spotty though, and feels sorta cheap, but i don't mind as long as my custmores get along with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Shooting Indoors
- Travel
- Upgrade
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
This product worked well and the price was well worth it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Shooting Indoors
- Travel
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Very bright and covers a good 12 foot distance.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Birthdays
- Professional Work
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Works great but I wish it had a dimmer switch.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Even Light Source
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Work
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
I used this light for the first time taping a retirement party, primarily for individual interviews. Due to space limitations, I was only about five feet from the person being interviewed. Being able to swivel the light made it possible to adjust the light on them. Video was perfect.[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Even Light Source
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Video
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
I use the product filming hunting at night and it really helps out! No more trying to hold a flashlight and run the camera at the same time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Even Light Source
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Video
- Professional Work
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
This light is perfect for shoots indoor and out. It's portable and runs by batteries. You can use on your camera or stand alone.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Even Light Source
- Long Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Interviews
- Night Video
- Professional Work
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
We have needed something like this for indoor interviews for quite some time. This item was extremely affordable and great quality. The light easily connects to the tripod mount. It is nice and bright, and is great for interviews held in dimly lit areas.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Even Light Source
- Good for the money
Cons
- Too blue
Best Uses
- Interviews
- Night Video
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
I use this product for night and club shoots.It lights up a nice amount of area around the subject as well as the subject and blends out well around the edges without that harsh light cut off. Make sure you white balance well tends to leave to much blue in the video, so try different white balance cards to suite your taste.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Good price value
Cons
- Battery powered
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
I use this light just for a basic no-light situations as my camera doesn't have an on-board light. I was shocked by how bright it was. This little thing WILL light what you need to light, and it is a pretty natural color too. The only downside I can see is probably having to carry around batteries.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Very useful in low-lighting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Bescor LED-40 On Camera Light:
Pros
Battery operated
Great and easy to attach to camera
Stackable with other similiar lights
Powerful for small light
Good for night time close ups
Small and compact
Cons
Slight bluish tint
No dimmer, must use gels
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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What's in the Box
- Universal Shoe Mount
- Side Arm Bracket
- 90 Day Warranty
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