More and more people want to publish streaming videos with a quality that is as professional as possible. And for this, there is something that is always important and that is not taken into account at first: getting the best possible lighting. And, this is what you get with the Ring Light cat . We show what can be achieved with this useful accessory.
This is what is known as a lighting ring that aims to ensure that, regardless of where you are recording a video (even with direct ones), you achieve that the results you achieve always have exactly the same luminosity. For this, the product has an element that serves as a support and that is placed without problems both on the desks and on additional bases -such as pole-type support legs that are included- and, then, there is the LED panel in a circular where, in the central area, the camera or smartphone that you want to use to record is placed (with a maximum dimensions of 31 centimeters long and a maximum weight of two kilos, more than enough).
The structure of the Ring Light elgato is solid, so there are not many problems in what has to do with portability and the truth is that, for this reason (and also due to dimensions that are not excessive for what the product), has acceptable portability. The lanyard for the recording device is an adjustable ball type , which is compatible with both SLR cameras and mobile phones, if the corresponding adapter is available. The grip is very firm and does not give problems when it comes to achieving the desired angle. And, this is important to always obtain the desired results.
A circle that offers excellent lighting
This is the key offered by the product we are talking about, since its diameter is 17 inches , which allows it to offer an amplitude of light emission that we believe is perfectly suited to use in all kinds of creations, since be it a close-up or something more open, but always with a certain closeness. Something that we liked a lot is that the Elgato Ring Light itself includes different control buttons that allow brightness management; going through the temperature of the light; And, of course, the accessory we are talking about can be turned off. The truth is that as it is usually in front, they end up being used many times.
The ring uses LED-type lighting that is capable of emitting up to an intensity of 2,500 lumens without flickering of any kind. That is to say, in practically dark rooms a remarkable illumination is achieved and that a computer screen is turned on does not affect at all. Therefore, its usefulness is great. Besides, it is also possible to regulate the color temperature to give a colder or warmer touch to the recordings (from 2,900 to 7,000 K), something that is important since this allows making precise adjustments so that the desired effects are always achieved. And, the truth is that both the steps that exist in the management of the luminosity and the work of the elgato Ring Light itself has allowed us to always achieve the desired objectives.
Compatibility and usage options
Leaving aside the recording devices that we have talked about before, it is possible to install the control software for this accessory in different operating systems, such as Windows, macOS, Android and, also, iOS (without stability and connection problems as we have verified). In all cases, the configuration is quite simple since a WiFi network is used for it that is completely identifiable, since it is created specifically and is called Elgato Wi-Fi. Compatibility is excellent as 2.4 and 5 GHz frequencies can be used and password protection is available.
Once everything is connected, and without ceasing to comment that this model is compatible with platforms such as Stream Deck, all the parameters of use can be set with total comfort and from a distance … so with smartphones it is possible to vary to brightness up to color temperature. And this has seemed very important to us to make direct recordings and even with a second person who is the one who controls all the technical details. A great help this and in our opinion is the best way to control the Ring Light cat.
Elgato Ring Light test conclusion
This is an accessory that, once used to record all kinds of videos that are intended to be published, becomes indispensable. And, the truth is that once it is used it is difficult not to always keep in mind its use since with it much more professional results are achieved. The use is very simple and the ability to vary environments is achieved in a very remarkable way. If to all this is added an excellent compatibility with recording devices thanks to its 1/4-inch ball adapter, it is more than justified to pay the 199.99 euros that this product costs.
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