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Godox ML60Bi Bi-Color LED Monolight Review

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January 2021

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Godox ML60Bi Bi-Color LED Monolight
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Our editorial take on the Godox ML60Bi Bi-Color LED Monolight

The Godox ML60Bi has firmly established itself as a go-to lighting solution for a huge segment of the creator community, and for good reason. It builds upon the success of its daylight-only predecessor by adding crucial bi-color functionality, dramatically increasing its versatility without sacrificing the compact, lightweight form factor that made the original so popular. This is a light designed from the ground up for portability and ease of use, making it an ideal companion for small studio setups, on-location shoots, and run-and-gun interviews.

Performance consistently punches well above the light's physical size and price point. It delivers a powerful 60-watt output with commendable color accuracy, ensuring pleasing skin tones and reliable results. While it may not be powerful enough to overpower the sun or light a massive scene on its own, its output is more than sufficient for key, fill, or hair light duties in most content creation scenarios. The combination of strong performance, a durable build, and an accessible price makes the ML60Bi one of the most compelling and practical options in the portable LED market today.

Best for: Content creators, YouTubers, and run-and-gun videographers who need a portable, versatile, and high-quality key or fill light without a major investment.
What's great
  • Excellent brightness and output for its compact size
  • Versatile bi-color temperature control (2800K-6500K)
  • Extremely lightweight and portable design
  • High color accuracy for faithful color reproduction
  • Multiple power options (AC or optional batteries)
  • Strong value proposition and affordable price
Watch outs
  • Fan can be audible in very quiet environments
  • Proprietary Godox mount requires an adapter for Bowens accessories
  • Battery-powered operation requires a separate, sometimes costly, purchase

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Overview

About this product

This compact ML60Bi Bi-Color LED Monolight from Godox measures just 5.7 x 3.5 x 3.5" and has a host of advanced features under the hood. The light sports a 2800-6500K color temperature for seamlessly blending into any ambient light situation, matching other fixtures, or just sparking creativity. Its high CRI/TLCI rating of 96/97 is ample evidence of advanced capability in rendering color.

Specs

Weight
1.7 lb / 0.77 kg
Battery
2x Rechargeable (Not Included)
Dimming
Built-In Dimmer • 0 to 100%
Display
OLED
Item Type
1x LED Monolight
Dimensions
5.7 x 3.5 x 3.5" / 8.8 x 14.5 x 8.8 cm (Fixture)
Color Modes
Daylight, Tungsten
Input Power
16.8 VDC
Power Source
AC to DC Adapter (Included) Battery (Not Included)
Inline Switch
No
Built-In Flash
No
Certifications
FCC
Cooling System
Fan
Inputs Outputs
1x Barrel / Coax Power Input (16.8 VDC)
Package Weight
7.71 lb
Umbrella Mount
Yes
Wireless Range
98.4' / 30 m (Bluetooth) 98.4' / 30 m (Radio/RF)
Power Pass-Thru
No
Wireless Groups
16
Fixture Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Included Adapter
1x Swivel Mount: 5/8" Receiver to 1/4"-20 Male Screw
Power Consumption
60 W
Wireless Channels
32
Battery Plate Type
2x Sony L-Series / NP-F (Included)
Wireless Frequency
2.4 GHz
Box Dimensions Lxwxh
14.3 x 9.7 x 7.7"
Operating Conditions
14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
Front Accessory Mount
Proprietary
Included Storage Case
Yes
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Godox Light Functionality: Remote Control
Included Adapter Cable
1x USA Type-A/B to Barrel / Coax AC to DC Adapter 1x Barrel / Coax to Barrel / Coax Cable (4' / 1.5 m) 1x Barrel / Coax to Barrel / Coax Cable (0.7' / 0.2 m)
Color Accuracy Standard
CRI 96 TLCI 97
Environmental Resistance
No
Photometrics At 3.3 Ft 1 M
938 fc / 10,100 Lux (with Reflector)
Wireless Remote Control Type
Radio/RF
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