96 led light

Min Lee · July 31st, 2010, 12:17 PM

That's very good news, Taky. I would buy from you if prices are competitive. I also found these lights for $65 free shipping on eBay.

Michael Liebergot · July 31st, 2010, 01:06 PM

Good to see Taky, you can probably count me in for a couple.

Ollie Walton · August 1st, 2010, 06:28 PM

hey i am thinking of getting a Z96 off ebay for my z1 because of how bad it is in low light?

would it fit on the hot shoe mount and is it any good?

Ollie :)

Scott Shama · August 1st, 2010, 10:38 PM

Ollie,

Seems like you didn't read the thread.. concensus I read is that most are pleased enough to buy more than one.

Reed Gidez · August 2nd, 2010, 07:43 AM

Ollie,

It does fit on the hot shoe of my Z1 and while the color temp is not quite what they claim it is, with the supplied filters it is adequate. I'd rate it as "Good Value" in that it is very reasonably priced if purchased from the vendor in China.

Randy Johnson · August 2nd, 2010, 08:19 PM

will the pro 160 let me use my Panasonic camcorder batterys that came with my AG-HMC 150?

Taky Cheung · August 3rd, 2010, 12:21 AM

It uses Panasonic CGR-D16S, CGR-D26S battery. It doesn't seem like the one for your HMC cam.

Randy Panado · August 3rd, 2010, 01:27 PM

Mine came in the other day. Fantastic light. Like reported, slight color shift. VERY happy for the price. Bright, nice spread, and comes with accessories (magnetic filters and hot shoe mount). Only complaint is the flickering while dimming, other than that can't beat it for the price :).

Taky Cheung · August 3rd, 2010, 11:07 PM

Okay, I have the light for sale now.

HDV-Z96 LED Photo/Video Light Kit | L.A. Color Shop

I can't compete with eBay price as I have to deal with import duty, warranty service, stuff like that. But I am able to provide domestic warranty and faster delivery service so you don't have to wait for 2 to 3 weeks shipping without any tracking information too. Hope you guys appreciate it =)

I'm hoping to sell it at $89. For now, it's $79. =)

Taky

Bryan McCullough · August 4th, 2010, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bryan McCullough

Just bought a 600 and two 96s, am anxious to see how these things work.

If well I can see getting a slew of these 96s for different things.

Just got my 600 and 2 96s in today and did some quick tests. In short, I'm VERY excited about these lights. Much brighter than I expected and I love that they all have dimmers. I did a quick interview setup and it looked great. So much lighter (weight-wise) and easier to deal with than my halogens. It's going to be a delight carrying these around for most things.

I need to do more testing, but after about 20 minutes I can say that I think this was a great use of about $450.

I'll probably spring for another 600 shortly.

Min Lee · August 4th, 2010, 04:10 PM

Just ordered one from you Taky. Hopefully I can convince my office to get more. The price bump is worth it for warranty. Thanks!

Bryan McCullough · August 4th, 2010, 05:06 PM

Has anyone found an AC power adapter for these 96s? I'd love to throw a couple in the case for backup.

Reed Gidez · August 6th, 2010, 12:28 PM

Taky

Mine arrived today. Thanks very much for making these available here.

Taky Cheung · August 6th, 2010, 12:32 PM

That's great! I played with the light and it seems quite a good light for the price. The $79 is an introductory price. It will go up to $99 soon... so if you are interested, get it now =)

Bryan McCullough · August 7th, 2010, 08:22 AM

I ran a test yesterday with a 96 and a NP-F570. I was able to get just over 2 hours on the light at full brightness with the battery. Which was ok, but on full day shoots i don't know if I really want to have to manage yet another system of batteries for the lights.

Anyone have any idea about an AC adapter? Taky, maybe you could source one and carry it for these things?

July 31st, 2010, 01:06 PM	#47
Michael Liebergot Trustee Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,505	Good to see Taky, you can probably count me in for a couple. __________________ Michael www.lvpvideo.com

August 2nd, 2010, 07:43 AM	#50
Reed Gidez Major Player Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Oradell, New Jersey Posts: 283	Ollie, It does fit on the hot shoe of my Z1 and while the color temp is not quite what they claim it is, with the supplied filters it is adequate. I'd rate it as "Good Value" in that it is very reasonably priced if purchased from the vendor in China. __________________ Reed Gidez

August 3rd, 2010, 12:21 AM	#52
Taky Cheung Inner Circle Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles, USA Posts: 2,114	It uses Panasonic CGR-D16S, CGR-D26S battery. It doesn't seem like the one for your HMC cam. __________________ LA Color Pros Blog RODE Authorized Reseller . Comer LED Camera Lights . TakyBox HTML5 Menu Generator

August 3rd, 2010, 11:07 PM	#54
Taky Cheung Inner Circle Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles, USA Posts: 2,114	Okay, I have the light for sale now. HDV-Z96 LED Photo/Video Light Kit \| L.A. Color Shop I can't compete with eBay price as I have to deal with import duty, warranty service, stuff like that. But I am able to provide domestic warranty and faster delivery service so you don't have to wait for 2 to 3 weeks shipping without any tracking information too. Hope you guys appreciate it =) I'm hoping to sell it at $89. For now, it's $79. =) Taky __________________ LA Color Pros Blog RODE Authorized Reseller . Comer LED Camera Lights . TakyBox HTML5 Menu Generator

August 6th, 2010, 12:28 PM	#58
Reed Gidez Major Player Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Oradell, New Jersey Posts: 283	Taky Mine arrived today. Thanks very much for making these available here. __________________ Reed Gidez

July 31st, 2010, 12:17 PM	#46
Min Lee Major Player Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 200	That's very good news, Taky. I would buy from you if prices are competitive. I also found these lights for $65 free shipping on eBay.

August 1st, 2010, 06:28 PM	#48
Ollie Walton Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 156	hey i am thinking of getting a Z96 off ebay for my z1 because of how bad it is in low light? would it fit on the hot shoe mount and is it any good? Ollie :)

August 1st, 2010, 10:38 PM	#49
Scott Shama Major Player Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Beaverton, Oregon Posts: 399	Ollie, Seems like you didn't read the thread.. concensus I read is that most are pleased enough to buy more than one.

August 2nd, 2010, 08:19 PM	#51
Randy Johnson Trustee Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Newark, Delaware Posts: 1,067	will the pro 160 let me use my Panasonic camcorder batterys that came with my AG-HMC 150?

August 3rd, 2010, 01:27 PM	#53
Randy Panado Major Player Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Honolulu, HI Posts: 643	Mine came in the other day. Fantastic light. Like reported, slight color shift. VERY happy for the price. Bright, nice spread, and comes with accessories (magnetic filters and hot shoe mount). Only complaint is the flickering while dimming, other than that can't beat it for the price :).

August 4th, 2010, 04:10 PM	#56
Min Lee Major Player Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 200	Just ordered one from you Taky. Hopefully I can convince my office to get more. The price bump is worth it for warranty. Thanks!

August 4th, 2010, 05:06 PM	#57
Bryan McCullough Major Player Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 842	Has anyone found an AC power adapter for these 96s? I'd love to throw a couple in the case for backup.

August 6th, 2010, 12:32 PM	#59
Taky Cheung Inner Circle Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles, USA Posts: 2,114	That's great! I played with the light and it seems quite a good light for the price. The $79 is an introductory price. It will go up to $99 soon... so if you are interested, get it now =) __________________ LA Color Pros Blog RODE Authorized Reseller . Comer LED Camera Lights . TakyBox HTML5 Menu Generator

August 7th, 2010, 08:22 AM	#60
Bryan McCullough Major Player Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 842	I ran a test yesterday with a 96 and a NP-F570. I was able to get just over 2 hours on the light at full brightness with the battery. Which was ok, but on full day shoots i don't know if I really want to have to manage yet another system of batteries for the lights. Anyone have any idea about an AC adapter? Taky, maybe you could source one and carry it for these things?