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Posted by doc on 01/11/97 11:50
i use something similiar but less money and also 100W and large battery belt
pack that lasts for hours. check 'em out at B&H Photo that's where i got
mine and worked great, let alone adjustable with 4 barn doors for light
control and even a soft flip gel for intensity control. love it.
drd
"washer" <magicmomentsvid@msn.com> wrote in message
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> peter wrote:
>> I'm looking for on camera video lights for events like wedding reception.
>> Since the place is lighted, the video light only need to supplement the
>> ambience light or to fill shadows.
>>
>> How many watts is enough? 20? 50?
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>> Is there such thing as zoomable video light like on camera flash?
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>> Do I have to worry about red-eyes like on camera flash?
>>
>> I saw LED based lights bank but they cost $700!
>>
>> Any other alternative light source? Any florescent light based (obviously
>> with the right filter) light?
>
> I highly recommend the NRG Varalux Proffessional. It has a varible
> "pot" that goes from 'off' to '100%'. I use the lowest power to tape
> my close-ups. I can crank the power to 100% and tape people (guests)
> probably 50 feet away with good results. It is great to adjust the
> power of this light for my needs to get a good picture.
> I also recommend the Bescor Battery model BES018 12v / 18amp. You
> should get the package deal that comes with the charger that works
> great and doesn't overcharge the battery. I did buy an extra battery
> (by itself) at a latter time for backup for extra long weddings etc.
> The battery does last for a considerable lenght of time (use) depending
> on the amount of power needed for your shots. Total price for all is
> around $300 I think. I have used this combo for many years with no
> problems and still using the same original lamp (bulb). I know you will
> be happy with this package as others I've told, also like this and use
> this same package. Shop around for the best price!
>
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