OT need recc for On Camera light

epirb wrote on 3/3/2006, 5:43 AM

just found out I have a shoot that will require an on camera light, and I dont have one.: ( Most my projects never needed one.
I like the Coco light but with a battery or adapter the $670+ price is out of my budget.
so Im looking in the $400-$500 range for something with a battery(pack) dimmable and barn doors. Gotta order today or tommorow so I can have it by tues (shoot is down in the Fl keys wed. and nothin gets there fast)
Any recc's by you guys? Cool Lux? Bescor?Frezzi?
speaking of the frezzi's would the micro fill light be suitable for night/party one or two shot close up interview style shots?

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craftech wrote on 3/3/2006, 11:06 AM

The Lowel Id-Light (around $225)

and the Bescor PRB-12 battery belt. (around $90)

Frezzi MF-NP1HC (around $350)
Frezzi will make you a custom NP-1 to XLR 4 pin cable cheaply, you take that and connect a standard DC camera supply.

B&H is good and so is G&G video . I usually drive there, but I have mail ordered from them as well.

John

Cheno wrote on 3/3/2006, 5:48 PM

http://vidled.com/

cheno

Jim H wrote on 3/3/2006, 6:03 PM

I had the cool lux mini when it first came out. It was simple and came with a nicad battery pack and shoe mount. It also had a standard 2 prong plug so you could change the bulb and use as a studio light.