Softbox vs. LED Lights | What to buy?

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In this video I compare the difference between Softbox lighting and LED lighting. You might be able to notice that the Softboxes produce softer light and I think this is because they have more diffusion material in this case.
Overall, I prefer LED's because they are more versatile and you can travel with them. Softboxes are less expensive, but they are heavier and cheaper built in most cases.
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Комментарии : 149

@ErikDouds 6 лет назад

I seriously love this video. So many 'influencers' make it hard to figure out who to trust and what not. You have a very honest feel and love that you point out how flimsy some of the kits are (I was considering buying one on amazon.) I'm going LED after watching you, and spending a bit more to get set up...good for the long term investment

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Thanks Erik! I still use my softboxes, but I prefer LEDs because I can transport them and they are not going to break on me. The LED by Falcon Eyes is my favorite and I've taken it with me to client shoots.

@a_n_i_m_o_t_i_o_n_s 5 лет назад

totally mirror what you said here Erik..

@conquerandwin 2 года назад

You just answered my question. With so many options it gets confusing but this cleared it up.

@heatherfork9977 4 года назад

You answered a question I've been trying to answer for a while! Thanks so much for a super helpful explanation of Softbox VS. LED.

@mayank444 3 года назад

Thanks man - it's 2020 pandemic and your vid is very helpful 3 years later! Thanks for being simple and honest man

@DinoReader7750 3 года назад

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you for this - Super helpful!

@sophia_lazar 4 года назад

"Vellum", (heavy tracing paper) comes in pads too, instead of needing to cut sheets.. for tracing in the art / drawing dept of walmart etc.

@TechWeLove 3 года назад

I know this might seem silly to some, but it would be super useful if you gave a link for that paper you used to diffuse. I can go buy a few to find the right one, but your input is welcomed. You did an amazing job with this video.

@JohnnyBeFilms 6 лет назад

I've just came by here and already noticed you seem like a really nice and honest guy - hope your channel will grow quickly and you'll stay imparcial - love your style! Cheers. P.S. And I really liked the quality of the picture! Good lightning skills in my opinion!

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Appreciate the positive feedback. One question: what exactly do you mean by imparcial? I think I know what you mean, but I think it is worth talking about since I am probably of the same opinion as you.

@JohnnyBeFilms 6 лет назад

I'm not a native English speaker so that's why it might have sounded ambiguously - I meant unbiased :) Keep it up!

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Yes, of course. Thank you.

@RPAudioeVisual 5 лет назад

Thank you! You helped me a lot!

@relentlessreviews1360 6 лет назад

Great video! Thanks for sharing! It was exactly what I was looking for.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Awesome!!

@MsTessG 6 лет назад

Really appreciated this video. Just what I was looking for. Nicely done.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Thanks Tess for stopping by my channel!

@lostfaithand 4 года назад

Thanks man, questions answered!

@AdultingwithEsther 4 года назад

"I'm not sure what it's intended for, but..." Ha, I love it. Honest, sweet, to the point. Fabulous. Also, do you typically only shoot with one light in the front? Everybody seems to say you need the "3 point set up". I don't know who to believe any more.

@roluv4117 5 лет назад

Perfect video, very simple inspirational and straight to the point! I'm a subscriber!

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Welcome!!

@TheCleanLoft 4 года назад

Thanks for the honest opinion.

@aerozg 4 года назад

Thanks fort this video, you helped me confirm and make my decision. I am getting the GVM 560 LED 3-pack.

@05glisedan 5 лет назад

Thanks for posting. Could you provide update on how the lights are holding up? Any idea so far?

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

I still use both lights for my videos. They work good.

@Divayogi 2 года назад

Your video is beautiful. Thanks for sharing, Marcos!

@frosti7 4 года назад

Is flat LED panel like RX-18T good for Green screen lighting?

@blossomsquirrel 4 года назад

Great video. Very informative, you're to the point, you're very personable, and you present well.

@MarcosRochaTV 4 года назад

thanks!

@minekaran355 4 года назад

For beginners which lighting do you recommend for food videos? Thanks

@ROGANSMITH 3 года назад

Such a beautiful video. You look great. Wonderful review. This was so calming to watch. All the best.

@nielsbugge2572 4 года назад

You need a very large LED panel to get proper diffusion compared to softboxes, right? I've been looking at the Aputure F7, but think it's too small/point-light-ish unless you shoot it into a softbox :(

@erix4erix 5 лет назад

Thanks for this informative video!

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

thanks for watching.

@rockentry 5 лет назад

Which stand are you using for the RX-18 LED light? or what would you suggest? Looking to purchase the LED light but does not come with a stand. Great video marcos!

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Any cheap light stand will do since the RX-18T is not that heavy.

@Clemilson.Correia 6 лет назад

Sorry, many questions: Which kind of light do you have behind you? Also, can you describe with mic you have above you? What about your camera, can you share more information about those gears you are using? Thx

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Here's a link to all my video gear: kit.com/elmarcosrocha/my-youtube-gear

@RJsAdventure 3 года назад

This is super helpful! =)

@Lampofilm 4 года назад

Hi, this great video was made a few years ago, what are a few LED lights would you recommend now..Newwer or Fovitec? thanks

@Lampofilm 4 года назад

I ended up buying Fovitec Lights....LOVE THEM!!! I bought a total of 4 1200 LED lights.

@ranlevari 3 года назад

thanks for the video!

@simonrhys 5 лет назад

Hi Marcos, useful video thanks! I need some lights for some product photography, but also do quite a bit of video work. Are there any other draw backs with LED lights? Thanks

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

LEDs are more expensive, but I find them way better!

@jpedraza602 5 лет назад

Good video, Thanks Marcos

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

thanks Jose

@eldoctorcastro1999 5 лет назад

wich camera and lens are you using on this video? its looks great, thats exactly what i looking for

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Links in the description.

@SebastianGeorgieff1 5 лет назад

great! very useful, thank you!

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

you got it

@dardakim7604 5 лет назад

Thank you so much. You help me to save my time and money.

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

👍🏼

@facepaintbyabigail3704 6 лет назад

Thank you it's a straight to the point video I'll definitely go get an LED one because of this!

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Good choice, especially if you need to shoot in different locations.

@facepaintbyabigail3704 6 лет назад

Really appreciate it I went out and bought a couple of panels and the video looks much nicer than the previous ones! Thank you! X ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-VP_E27OWYxI.html

@DylanGalvinMusic 5 лет назад

Hey Marcos, do you have a link to the diffusion paper? You mentioned it was at Wall-Mart but I'm not sure where exactly to find it since they don't list it as diffusion paper.

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

this is what i've bought: amzn.to/2EkDixJ

@illcelebrateyoursuccess8907 4 года назад

Thanks 💯

@lukeburritos 4 года назад

what was the name of the diffusion fabric?

@kezziekz 5 лет назад

Thanks mate!

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

yep

@nomen6938 6 лет назад

great video, but can i put traditional bulb on softboxes? will it gave bad result? thx

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Yeah, you can put regular light bulbs but I wouldn't recommend it. I would prefer you buy the types of light bulbs I have because they are really bright and the CRI is pretty good.

@FoodTechLife 6 лет назад

Are you still using the falcon eyes? I’ve been thinking about getting these or maybe a godox led light with a fresnel mount.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

I use both the Softbox and LED. LED lights are more portable, so I prefer them. Whatever you get, just make sure to get a diffusion box or dome.

@michaelpandich3735 6 лет назад

Hello Marcos, Great video quality. What model camera do you use and what editing program? Fantastic clarity and contrast.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

I shoot with a Sony a6300 and edit in FCPX. Check out this video of my full video gear: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7cPqw5XAL7M.html

@drmuller77 3 года назад

Thank man for this video. Helped me a lot. You are da best! Keep going on your youtube channel! You will blow up :)

@stevenaustin4591 5 лет назад

got any tips on cheap camera alternatives like using action cameras for RU-vid? (not necessarily GoPro only)

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Use your phone

@JustSimpleFitness 7 лет назад

Brilliant video. I've just bought some 'cheap' led lights to get me started so I'm happy you explained the pros and the flexibility they offer. Can you or anyone else answer this - the led lights I bought came with a filter and a mini softbox - should I use both or is it trial and error for my preferences ? Thanks !

@MarcosRochaTV 7 лет назад

What specific lights did you buy? Use the soft box to diffuse the light, especially if you are going to light your face. What kind of filter is it? Is it orange? If it's an orange filter, then it is most likely used to convert the light to 3600K.

@JustSimpleFitness 7 лет назад

Thanks for the reply. I bought the Neewer 2x 160 LED light kit . Came with a clear filter and an orange filter. What would you recommend I use ( im clueless!!)

@MarcosRochaTV 7 лет назад

Use both the clear filter and the soft box because it will give you much softer light if you are lighting your face. If you don't use these two types of diffusion, the light will be too harsh and it does not look good on the face. If you are lighting up a room, then you might take them off to get the most light output.

@JohnnyBeFilms 6 лет назад

But why do you recommend attaching the orange one too? It won't make the light too warm for most situations?

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

I use the orange filter as a hair light sometimes to create Color Contrast. It is not really going to affect my colors too much because the Main Key Light is set at 5600K.

@paul041689 3 года назад

What happens if you have a 5 or 10 busted LED light? Should you replace the whole panel or just the busted LED?

@MEGATestberichte 3 года назад

Ah nice, googled some stuff and found you again :)

@yeseniagonzalez8691 6 лет назад

excellent

@bluefilmsltd 6 лет назад

Really good video. I have a 3 point LED lighting kit, but the source isn't very large, therefore, I find it quite difficult to get a nice soft light on my subjects. What would you do?

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

I would check this video out: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XcIlQQ6xp-o.html You have to diffuse the light.

@bluefilmsltd 6 лет назад

Cheers Marcos.

@JkDubbed 5 лет назад

Is it possible to get your level of video with a budget action camera or camcorder if you have a good lighting technique?

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Probably, but it is much harder. You need really good lighting

@retrotao4470 5 лет назад

For key lighting, which better, CFL Lighting(soft box) vs Godox ledp 260 ?

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

LED might be better. It all depends how soft the light it. Also, check the CRI values.

@a_n_i_m_o_t_i_o_n_s 5 лет назад

Yeah great video review Marcos.. you have a nice big space there by the looks of it.. I was really confused as to what LED lights I need for my Stopmotion Animation.. it's the same principal right with lighting and photography.. whether we taking pics of people or products or puppets / sets or even outdoor filming in dark or near dark conditions.. I got more of an idea now that I probably need LED video lights like this RX-18T one.. I was looking at the NEEWER brand.. they are everywhere on AMAZON, and I'm in the U.K. I noticed you didn't go for barn door option.. do they only do that on the smaller panels.. this looks like quite a big light panel.. I totally get your point having the control over the intensity of the lights with the dimmer.. what is the range on this one? I was looking at some LED video lights with barn doors on stands and they were 3200 - 5600 k thanks for the info.. great review... 👍🏼

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Just makes sure the lights are powerful. I prefer LEDs every time.

@commercialand 5 лет назад

what about flickering from the soft box if I use slow mo 120fps?

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

I like LEDs better. I haven't used softbox in a long time

@jetlagfortwo8565 4 года назад

Awesome! So bottom line, an LED light looks by default somewhat diffused?

@MarcosRochaTV 4 года назад

Somewhat yes, I would try to diffuse it if you can

@farheenkhan257 3 года назад

Which spiral bulbs have you used in the soft box? E27? Or have you used E27 adapter connector to B22? Because I have these same bulbs and they are heating up like hell. I used the connector. Please help me with my queries.

@philscomputerlab 2 года назад

You don't have to use the old-style spiral bulbs. I switched to 4 modern Philips LED bulbs and that works great! Advantage is less heat and the don't need to warm up, full brightness right away.

@rachelleshaw1370 3 года назад

Thanks for explaining what diffusion paper is and where to get it. So funny that you don't know what they actually sell it for. Me neither!

@WindsorElNomada 6 лет назад

nice video, thanks 4 share

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Yes, great.

@pakarmydrama7216 2 года назад

plz suggest led for mobile shoot videos, that led light which not irritate the eyes of other persom!

@jacktaylor7696 6 лет назад

Man. Such a good review!. I looked everywhere on the net for something like this. I couldn't find it... so I just bought the cheap softbox pack off ebay! I'll see how they go. Maybe if they are shit I'll send them back and get an led panel ! 🙊just starting out.. going to make guitar tutorials and Vlog 😅

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

I still use the softboxes for most of my videos. The LEDs are used when I am moving around the house or I go on a Client Shoot.

@jacktaylor7696 6 лет назад

Marcos Rocha awesome thanks man! I'll let you know how I go with them when they arrive !

@erikaauchterlonie7851 3 года назад

Thank you this was quite helpful. LED for sure

@BodoPoker 4 года назад

What about LED bulb in a softbox? Dimmable, RGB, less power cost and heat reduction?

@thebusinessfirm9862 5 лет назад

Which bulb provides better CRI, the LED or the CFL?

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

Both are about the same.

@thebusinessfirm9862 5 лет назад

Thanks mate.

@Gautamkamboj_ca 4 года назад

GReat video

@angelcastellanosmartinez2412 3 года назад

Hello. Could you please Tell me where to find that led panel light with remote control? Thanks

@jroom2011 3 года назад

Take a look YONGNUO products

@TeacherFlash 2 года назад

haha exactly.. what an asshole. He did not even sawy what brand it is yet alone posted a link. He only wanted to extend the view time on his video while people search for it.

@nitro7726 3 года назад

How much was the led ligjt

@nazimcontreras5125 2 года назад

maybe a stupid question :) What happens when the LED lamps die? Is there a way to replace them like the bulbs of the Softboxes?

@GearGambit 6 лет назад

Good video

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

😁

@glamorre24 6 лет назад

great video

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Thank you! and welcome to my channel if this is the first time you've come across one of my videos 😁

@glamorre24 6 лет назад

watching from cyprus

@KerryBlue72 3 года назад

Link to walmart paper please? 😁

@MegaNeverWhere 4 года назад

Why not have both ? LED with softbox ?

@linusfotograf 6 лет назад

A soft box doesn't give off any light which LED does. They are two different things. There are LED-lights which you can put a soft box infront of. If you use flash strobes you often use a soft box infront of it.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Yes, I made DIY diffusion for my LED. Check it out here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XcIlQQ6xp-o.html

@simeonhendrix 6 лет назад

Marcos!!

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

Simeon!!!

@DurjaySarkar 4 года назад

is softbox make the room hotter than led light? does lead light make the room hot?

@TeacherFlash 2 года назад

it would be amazing if you would actually say which LED light this is or at least post a link.... big dislike.

@kylehalim5957 6 лет назад

LED for exteriors, softboxes for interior. Got it.

@MarcosRochaTV 6 лет назад

You can say that. I still prefer LED's though.

@johnhilliard4498 5 лет назад

You didn't say what was the output from each of the light sources was. you didn't measure anything so its not a true comparison. if you do green screening you have to make sure that you have an even spread on the backcloth otherwise it causes a problem. so you would meter it out and you can tell if one light needs to be closer or further away to get the right result. i could make either light look better than the other by adjust the power source on either light.

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

I have never done Green Screen so I don't know. Great point though.

@willievaughn6474 4 года назад

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@jeannachebat 4 года назад

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@willievaughn6474 4 года назад

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@jeannachebat 4 года назад

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@ewwwt 5 лет назад

not a really fare comparison when you got a cheapy softbox. Especially one that isn't well made....... just say'n.

@MarcosRochaTV 5 лет назад

you could make that argument. What matters most is the quality of the light bulbs and the LEDs. The LED is not expensive either.

@HiThere.ItsTom 3 года назад

This doesn’t make sense. A lot of LED lights use soft boxes. I guess you mean LED panel vs florescent lights with softbox.

@glasshalfempty1984 4 года назад

$100....I understand that lights can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. But you gotta just understand that LIGHTS and STANDS are VERY SIMPLE devices to understand that even $100 is too much. Lights shouldn't cost so god damn much at all. They are relatively simple devices and it's nothing short of inexcusable that they are so expensive. Having said that...$100 should not be considered cheap, at all.