LED lights are quickly overtaking other continuous light sources for video and photography; Westcott, a well-respected light manufacturer, has just announced the Westcott Solix lineup of lights. With a strong 2100 Lux (at 1M) at 5600K, the lights are compact, lightweight, and compatible with a variety of standard light modifier rings.
The lights project a beam angle of about 120 degrees, and Westcott claims daylight-balance light with a color accuracy of 96+ CRI (97+TLCI).
The Solix incorporates an integrated rotatable speedring with 8 standard rod receptacles. It is compatible with a variety of modifiers, including Westcott’s line of Pro Softboxes, Signature Softboxes, Shallow Softboxes, Stripbanks, and 5’ Octabanks. This convenient mounting system allows traditional softboxes to be instantly rotated 360º.
The Solix’s compact housing is extremely durable and heat resistant. At 3.3 pounds, it is also quite portable. The Solix features a removable barndoor system for precise light control and a frosted diffusion front that eliminates cross-shadows. These accessories conveniently mount to the Solix’s magnetic front.
The Solix has output and power dials located on the back of the unit along with a digital display. This energy-efficient AC/DC light draws only 60-watts and is rated for 50,000+ hours of use.
To further eliminate the need for adapters or brackets, the Solix was designed with an affixed tilter bracket and light stand mount. This feature allows for truly effortless light positioning. Additionally, the Solix’s tilter bracket includes a standard umbrella receptacle allowing for further modification options with umbrellas and umbrella-style softboxes.
Pricing and Availability
The Westcott Solix is available now in a Compact Kit (just the light, barndoors, and carrying bag) for at Adorama, the Solix Apollo Orb Kit (a single light and stand) for , or in photographer Jen Rozenbaum’s complete 2-Light Kit (2 lights, softboxes, stands, PowerStrap by Tether Tools™, and a carry case), for .
