Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC)
The Arri 650 Watt Plus Fresnel features smooth focusing, and a bright, even beam. The beam angle in the flood position is 52°, and a narrow 14.5° in the spot position. This light is available individually or in portable kits.
This fixture is equipped for 120 Volt AC operation. It will also function with 220-240 AC Voltage, with the appropriate bulb and plug adapter, available separately.
- Large Lens
- Has a 4.3" (110mm) low expansion, borosillicate fresnel lens
- Housing
- Ribbed housing for cooler operation
- Reflector
- Has a spherical, specular, high purity reflector
- Lamp specifications
- Uses 300W, 500W or 650W lamps
| Rating | 650 Watts |
| Socket (Lampholder) | GY9.5, Prefocus, 2-pin ceramic |
| Lens (Condenser) | 4.3" (110 mm) low expansion, borosillicate fresnel lens |
| Reflector (Mirror) | Spherical, specular, high purity reflector |
| Mounting | 5/8" (16 mm) stand mount |
| Yoke | Attaches to any 5/8" (16 mm) stud |
| Cable | 25' (7.6 m) cable, 120V Grounded Edison Plug, inline switch |
| Focusing | Worm gear driven |
| Weight | 7.2 lbs (3.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9 x 12 x 7.5" (22.9 x 30.5 x 19 cm) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 31 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (17)
- Easy to setup (15)
- Consistent (11)
- Lightweight (11)
- Durable (5)
Cons
- Pricey / poor value (3)
Best Uses
- Artificial lighting (16)
- Photography (10)
- Portraits (7)
- Indoors (5)
- General purpose (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (13), Semi-pro photographer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent light - well worth the money
I have four of these lights and use them for Classic Hollywood type glamour and figure studies. I use them with dimmers to control the amount of light that they emit and keep the models...Read complete review
I have four of these lights and use them for Classic Hollywood type glamour and figure studies. I use them with dimmers to control the amount of light that they emit and keep the models comfortable. The ability to focus the light is a big plus and of course with continuous lighting WYSIWYG. The lights do get hot but once you understand that there are two cool places where you can grab them you'll have no burn issues. I use them with the barndoors and snoots when needed and these accessories are well integrated and attach easily to the light fixture. The AC cord is about 20' long.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Lampless light
FYI DOESNT COME WITH A BULB!
FYI DOESNT COME WITH A BULB!
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Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
I use these Arri Fresnel light for short films, music videos and interviews. They are light weights and easy/smooth to focus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
These lamps have good even throw. The falloff from the center is even and not unsightly. I reccomend them. Arri knows what they're doing and have made a lamp you can trust.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
I use this product for shooting weddings. Very compact design. Powerful, smooth focusing, bright and even beam. Lightweight and strong construction.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
German engineering...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Great tool for great result.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Weddings
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Arri lights are good, no denying it. This light is no exception. But for the price, they should at least include the barn doors and a light bulb! I think they should even throw in a gel pack. Arri lights are way overpriced and Arri is using their good name to jack up prices on us while their cost remains relatively low. The only reason I bought this one light rather than a cheaper light kit, like Lowell, was because a friend needed one more light for his light kit, I bought the one light, now we share the light kit.
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Great focus
- Reliable
Cons
- Does get very hot
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Indoor music videos
- Portraits
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
This Fresnel is a very useful size and goes up to 650 watt bulbs. Or you can run 500 watt bulbs. The construction is top quality and the flood to spot focusing is a must. I have bought 2 of this model and it makes people look attractive. I had an aging female rocker that I was making a music video for. I was able to dial in the focusing and light sculpting to make her look 15 years younger. She was thrilled and I am getting more work. Highly recommended. They will last a life time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Does exactly what a light at this price point should do.
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Setup
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
There is nothing that I don't love about this light:if it is either for long throws (far away subject) or something pretty close (just throw a bit diffusion perhaps), this light will give you a round, stylish look. Great for overall applications, studio or outdoors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Setup
- Reliable
Cons
- Runs hots
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
great light for film(video)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
I wanted to add hot lights to my flash-based studio, so bought 4 of these. Excellent!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Videography
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
This is a great light for in studio or for remote shoots. I wish it could be dimmed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Videography
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
This light is straight forward and compact. It's simple in the design but gives you a lot of options for lighting situations.
Only complaint is that the strap to hold the cord can melt.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- No bulb included
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
I have four of these lights and use them for Classic Hollywood type glamour and figure studies. I use them with dimmers to control the amount of light that they emit and keep the models comfortable. The ability to focus the light is a big plus and of course with continuous lighting WYSIWYG. The lights do get hot but once you understand that there are two cool places where you can grab them you'll have no burn issues. I use them with the barndoors and snoots when needed and these accessories are well integrated and attach easily to the light fixture. The AC cord is about 20' long.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Videography
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Professional video producer.
This is lightweight, versatile and a great workhorse.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Field lighting, Studio Lighting. In our TV station, using those fresnel for YEARS and YEARS and still working even in our Trucks on the road...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Reliable
Cons
- NO LAMP
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
FYI DOESNT COME WITH A BULB!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Cinematography
- Film Animation
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Film studio animation. Small and well built. Interesting and easy bulb replacement method in bending and lifting the aluminium hood.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
I use this as a back light or a light to pepper something in the background or foreground. Great for that. I've even seen one of my guys use it as a hard key. Only thing that is a bit of a bummer though, is that everything (and i mean everything) is separate including the bulb. But that aside. if you get the proper scrims and barn doors you have a well built heavy duty light. Good buy.
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Arri 650 Watt Plus Tungsten Fresnel (120-240VAC):
Good quality, complete and professional, 5 stars at Arri[...]
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