The Godox SL300II Bi light is similar in many ways to the standard version, including dimming capabilities from 0-100%, maximum power of 320 watts, and a high color rendering of 96 CRI and 97 TLCI. There's also a built-in fan to keep things cool and a Bowens S-mount for all sorts of accessories.
What the new version adds is a bi-color COB LED feature, giving cinematographers and content creators more options. Let's dig in a bit deeper to see if this is something you want to add to your toolkit.
Daylight, Nightlight
While the output of the Godox SL300II Bi is less than its daylight-balanced sibling, creatives will still get 44900 lux with a reflector at 3200K (at around 3 feet or 1 meter). Even though the standard version will get more than double that at 99300 lux, you get a color temperature range of 2800K to 6500K with the new release.
Both Godox SL300II lights can be controlled by an RC-A6 remote, but neither has a smartphone option, which in 2022 seems like a letdown. You also can also turn off the built-in fan, although there will be a reduction of 20% in light output.
The Godox SL300II Bi is slightly larger than the daylight-balanced version and is priced higher at $589. It features a silent mode, 8/9 FX Effects, and comes with the body, power cord, lamp cover, and reflector.
Credit: Godox
To Buy or Not to Buy?
Both the Godox SL300II and SL300II Bi are affordable lighting options for filmmakers, cinematographers, and content creators. You can buy a couple of these without breaking the bank and get a nice lighting setup. Pricing starts at $499 for the standard and $589 for the bi-color version. If you want to look at some more pretty pictures or get more info, check out this link.
Godox SL300II
- Bi-color or Daylight
- CRI: 96, TLCI: 97
- 0-100% Dimming
- 9 Special Effects
- Fan-Cooled with Silent Mode
- Bowens-S Type Reflector Mount
- Wireless Operation with Optional Remote
- Multi-Voltage AC for Worldwide Use
Will you be considering either of the new Godox SL300II lights? Or both? Let us know in the comments below!
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