Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light
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Battery power is are not included. Keep plenty of batteries handy so you won't get caught without power
The Bescor LED-70 is an on-camera, dimmable, daylight balanced (6500°K) LED light designed to combine bright output with a compact, highly flexible form factor. Powered by either 4 standard AA batteries or an optional AC power adapter, the unit's 96 LED bulbs produce an ultra bright, 70W-equivalent beam with a reach of up to 30 feet. Suitable for both video and DSLR cameras, the LED-70 includes a clear frosted filter for softening glare as well as an amber 4300°K correction filter for shooting indoors.
- LED Technology
- LED technology offers lamp longevity, low power consumption, daylight balanced illumination and never gets hot to the touch.
- DC or AC Power
- This light utilizes 4 alkaline AA batteries or rechargeable NiMH AA batteries for its power source. With an optional 6VDC/1.5A adapter, it can also run off AC power.
- Wide Array
- The LED-70 offers a wide array of 96 individual 5mm LEDs for a wide beam that illuminates up to 30 feet.
- Dimmable, Ultra Cool
- This light housing offers full dimmer control with ultra cool running capabilities.
- Amber & Frosted Filters
- The included 4300° amber filter provides a softer, more natural lighting effect, while a frosted clear filter helps to smooth and even the light's tone while reducing glare. Filters are easily removed from the unit's housing by sliding them in and out of the built-in filter holder.
| Lamp Type | 96 5mm LEDs (6500°K) |
| Mount Type | Shoe Mount |
| Power Source |
Four AA Alkaline or NiMH Batteries 6VDC with AC Power Adapter (optional) |
| Power Consumption | 1.5A |
| Power Connector | 6VDC/1.5A Input Jack |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 4.6 x 1.62 x 4" (11.7 x 4.1 x 10.2 cm) |
| Weight | 10 oz (283g) - with batteries |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 190 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
87%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good power output (86)
- Attach securely (71)
- Even light source (33)
- Good color value (29)
- Lightweight (22)
Cons
- Flimsy (50)
- Flimsy design (7)
- Loses charge quickly (7)
- Weak (7)
- Harsh color (5)
Best Uses
- Low light (62)
- Outdoor events / games (57)
- Indoors (53)
- Night time (41)
- General purpose (35)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (34), Semi-pro photographer (30), Film professional (22), Aspiring film maker (20), Tech savvy (19)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (153), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
No videographer should be without it!
For years, news photogs have been running around with sun guns of all kinds weighing them or their cameras down while production guys broke out the light kits. There was the battery belt, the...Read complete review
For years, news photogs have been running around with sun guns of all kinds weighing them or their cameras down while production guys broke out the light kits. There was the battery belt, the BP90 bag over the shoulder or some other heavy artillery, or you drained your camera battery with your light. Now that LED technology has taken over the light source world, there is no excuse to NOT have a sun gun. The Dimmable LED-70 by Bescor is light, bright and completely portable. You can change filters in a second, use standard AA batteries and have nothing to weigh you or your camera down. Never change or charge sun gun batteries in the middle of a shoot again! Need that extra punch on the face while doing 3 point lighting? Doing a stand up at a press conference and don't have a power source? With full dimming control, you can be as close as you want or light up a room from the other side. Shooting a wedding reception in poor lighting conditions? Pop it on and fire it up! You won't have to change batteries for five more weddings. And it's so much more affordable than the other LED units out there that you can justify buying it for those seldom situations. This unit should be as standard in a camera case as your microphone. Be the envy of the other videographers in the room. I was. Can't leave home without it!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Doesn't Fit Sony Camcorders
I bought this to replace a 3-watt Sony light that drained my Sony HDR-HC7's battery. The illumination is an incredible step up, while using far less power (and none from my camcorder...Read complete review
I bought this to replace a 3-watt Sony light that drained my Sony HDR-HC7's battery. The illumination is an incredible step up, while using far less power (and none from my camcorder, thanks to the built-in battery compartment on the light.) However, I did not realize that this light will not fit my camcorder's accessory shoe without an adapter. I haven't bought the adapter yet, because I'm not exactly sure which one I need. It would have been helpful for the product description to point this out. Bescor could make some money if it would offer the adapters. Construction is a bit on the cheap side, but so is the price -- so not a bad compromise, in my eyes.
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
- Low Light
- Music Video
- Professional Video
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Good light to have when shooting in the dark, without any other usable light source. This light is dimmable which also works great for not overly exposing your subject and blinding them. I use this light to shoot music videos on my T2i. Which is perfect because it keeps the subject well exposed and the background is slightly unexposed which gives a great composition. Overall I believe this light is a must have.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I am excited with this light I use it with my DSLR camera for videoing and it brings out the picture and color so well.
I love the fact that you can control the intensity of the light as well as change the filters.I love the way it slides in on to the flash shoe.
It just meets the purpose for which I bought it and the price was very attractive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Low Light
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
This give me some additional light to work with when doing short interviews here in our office.
Compact and pretty powerful when set to maximum. I would like to find some better diffusing material to use over it.
The unit does rattle when using the included diffusion panels.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I use this product on my TV news camera at my Job in Augusta, Georgia., and it makes a difference when I am interviewing someone when I go out on a story. What I like about it is that it is brighter and easy to handle.
Thank You.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
So far, this light has thoroughly pleased me. It is very bright, light-weight, and easy to mount/dismount. I'm not worried to break it because, at this price, it's easily replaceable. I haven't had the "ringing" problems that I've heard from other people.
Overall - great light, great value, great find.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Bright
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I am a freelance photographer and videographer and needed a broad light to brighten up shadows in venues. The light works great especially with the filter provided. It's great that it uses 4 AA batteries, as it is very convenient. It is a bit cheap feeling, but it does the job I need it to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
- Small compact size
Cons
- Onoff switch exposed
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I'm still getting used to it. I could have used it more on a product shoot, but only realized afterwards it's small size would have let me hide it on the location.
It's dimmest isn't as dim as possible, but the range of intensity is handy.
The lack of an adjustable bracket is a limitation, how much depends on where you need to use it. It's a fixed bracket, if you need to adjust the aim, it needs to be attached to something you can adjust.
It looks durable. One set of batteries lasted through a 3 hour shoot where it was on most of the time.
One con - the on/off switch can turn on in the pack.
Not sure about range. I used it in a moderately sized room, and it was fine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
This light is Lightweight, Very easy to set-up/and use,,and has all around good lighting in the direction it is pointed,and fallout also>
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good value
- Powerful
Cons
- Bulky
- Harsh Color
- Too Diffused
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Photo
- Video
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
It is brighter than I expected and also a bit bulky. The construction feels cheap, but for the price I expected it. It comes with a nice warming gel (but you won't notice much warming, it should be the standard color instead). Combine it with fast glass and you are good to go!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Makes video look great, but blinding even at it's lowest setting
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
On sale (less than $70), this light is a very good buy. The light is bright and clear, and the dimmable control is very good. It also comes with an orange filter for good lighting effect. The unit itself is light plastic, though, so it is not something to toss around casually. Make sure it is stored and transported in a good case (preferably with your camera). If you need a strong, durable light source in an active setting, this light is probably not for you. If you'll need a good, bright, controllable, and compact light source in a stable setting, this is a good, affordable choice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
i had bescor lights with lead acid battery pack giving me 50 watt lights.led-70 was brighter but a bit narrow as well. But the convenience of light weight and running with only 4AA battery you can not beat it. Yes the filter is not tightly fitted as some mentioned. Battery compartment is flimsy a bit. but for the price, it is very usefull light for taking video.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Used for lighting indooors--works great
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Low Light
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I HAVE TAKEN MY BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH THIS LIGHT...AT THE COST U CANT BEAT IT....GREAT LIGHT AND MADE MY NIGHT OR LOW LIGHT NOT AN ISSUE...ITS ONE GREAT BUY...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lighweight
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Inteviews
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Build quality is very good. Great filter system, filters can be placed behind the hard plastic filter without need for fasteners. Would have given 5 stars if they had put a better dimmer on it. Dimmer only dims about half way down. That being said I ordered another after getting the first one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Out of all the on camera lights I have looked at, this is the best for the price. It gets the job done for a reasonable price and the light quality is good.
Pros
- Good power output
- Great price
- Portable
Cons
- Hard to insert filter
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
It's portable and easy to use. Perfect for Wedding shoot when there is not enough light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
Like the ability to dim the light. It also comes with two lens (white and tannish lens). Helps keep skins tones natural.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Outdoors
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
I like this light. I use it for video and for fill with stills. I use the dimmer switch a lot indoors--it really gets bright. The size is good, too, although I would use a smaller unit if it had the dimmer feature. Can't really use the included filter, but good if you shoot film I guess. Recommended :)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Powerful
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Bescor LED-70 Dimmable 70W Video & DSLR Light:
This thing is bright. If you're up very close with someone, the lowest setting might still be a little too much.
Can't comment much on the colour the light gives; most of what I've shot so far has been in black-and-white.
Another comment complained the brightness control was hard to use. It's true, most of the change in output occurs in the first quarter of control or so, but within that quarter I've found it easy to get exactly the output I'm looking for.
I like using this as an eye light. Set it on the lowest setting, use other lighting to set up the scene, and watch your subjects eyes light up.
Very light, even with batteries, and small.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Brackets, Support and Cords
- Price: $6.95
Stands & Support Equipment
- Price: $29.95
What's in the Box
- Light Housing
- 2 x Filters
- 90-Day Warranty
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