Whether you're starting out as a vlogger, sharing beauty tips, streaming games, or creating tutorials, lighting is one of the key factors to make or break your YouTube videos. The best lighting equipment for YouTube videos enhances the visual quality of your content and ensures your message is conveyed clearly. It also helps you appear more professional, draws attention to key elements, and accurately showcases colors and techniques, especially in makeup videos.
In this article, we will show you some good video lights sold at Moman PhotoGears Store. They feature different outputs, serve various functions for YouTube lighting, and come at a range of price points. Read on to find the one that best suits your needs.
Moman PC8: 8W RGB light for YouTube videos under $40
Looking for budget lighting for YouTube videos? The Moman PC8 is an ideal option for YouTube creators, vloggers, and travel shooters. This 8W RGB video light is compact, measuring just 115 × 68 × 16 mm, and weighs approximately 125 g. It sells for under $40 and offers adjustable color temperature from 2500–9000 K, full RGB hue control, and up to 96+ CRI for accurate rendering. It features an OLED screen, an intuitive dial, app and Bluetooth control, 13 preset lighting effects, and mounts via cold shoe or ¼-inch thread—making it a versatile, portable fill-light companion.
Specifications
- Color temperature: 2500K-9000K
- CRI/TLCI: 95+/96+
- Power source: Built-in lithium battery/DC power supply
- Dimensions: 115*68*16mm
- Weight: 125g
Reasons to buy
➕ Compact & travel-ready
➕ Accurate color output
➕ Wide temperature & RGB flexibility
➕ Fun FX modes unlock creative lighting possibilities
Reasons to avoid
➖ Limited brightness (8 W)
➖ Battery life is moderate, especially at full power (~1–2 hrs)
Moman MW-18: Best lighting equipment for YouTube videos to unlock creative options under $100
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If you want a portable and versatile lighting tool that unlocks endless creative options, the Moman MW-18 light wand is the best lighting equipment for YouTube videos. The two-foot-long light is compact enough to slip into your gear bag as a handy supplement to your main lighting setup.
The MW-18 features 216 high-performance LED beads to deliver a 3000-6500K color temperature and a CRI of 96+. This ensures vibrant, accurate skin tones and color rendition. Its built-in 10,400 mAh lithium battery delivers up to 110 minutes of full-brightness use and recharges easily via USB-C. The light also features a TFT screen and intuitive controls for adjusting color temperature, brightness, and three special effects—fire, lightning, and photo. Weighing just 650 g, it can be handheld or mounted using its ¼″ thread, making it a highly adaptable option for creators on the move.
Specifications
- Color temperature: 3000K-6500K
- CRI: 96+
- Power source: Built-in Li-ion battery
- Dimensions: 645*50*50mm
- Weight: 650g
Reasons to buy
➕ Strong color accuracy (CRI ≥96) ensures lifelike tones
➕ Broad CCT range covers warm-to-cool lighting needs
➕ Creative effects add visual interest to dynamic content
➕ Handy TFT interface facilitates quick on-the-fly adjustments
Reasons to avoid
➖ At just 14 W, brightness may fall short as a primary light
➖ A plastic body may feel less durable under heavy field use
➖ Battery lasts only ~110 minutes at full power
COLBOR CL60: 65W light for YouTube video recording with modular design, under $150
Note: The COLBOR CL60 is currently available in a 'Buy One, Get the Second at 50% Off' deal.
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The COLBOR CL60 is a compact, budget-friendly, and durable COB light, perfect for use as a key light in on-location shoots or run-and-gun setups. It can be powered via mains electricity or a V-mount battery for added flexibility. This bi-color LED delivers consistent, high-quality illumination with a CRI of 97+ and an adjustable color temperature range from 2700K to 6500K. Its modular NATO-rail design allows multiple units to be connected for increased output.
The light includes 10 creative lighting effects—such as Fire, Lightning, TV, and Welding—to enhance your visual storytelling. A built-in silent fan cooling system ensures stable performance during long shoots. With the included Bowens-mount adapter, the CL60 supports various light modifiers, making it easy to create different lighting styles. You can also control the light remotely via a dedicated smartphone app for added convenience.
Specifications
- Color temperature: 2700K-6500K
- CRI: 97+
- Illumination: 2888Lux (at 1m 6500K, No Reflector); 20240Lux (at 1m 6500K, With Reflector)
- Power source: AC power, USB-C PD power, NP-F or V-mount batteries
- Dimensions: 140*80*90mm
- Weight: 550g
Reasons to buy
➕ Highly accurate color rendition (CRI ≥97+)
➕ Wide CCT range with fine adjustment and presets
➕ Creative built-in effect modes for dynamic video scenes
➕ Bowens-mount adapter supports extensive modifiers
➕ Quiet cooling suitable for audio-sensitive shoots
Reasons to avoid
➖ 65W may be insufficient for large sets without additional lights
➖ Accessories like softboxes and stands sold separately
COLBOR W100: 100W lighting equipment for YouTube videos under $200
The COLBOR W100 is an ideal lighting solution for content creators on the go. Its ultra-compact and lightweight design makes it easy to set up anywhere, especially when paired with an optional battery. The 100W power output is perfect for close to mid-range scenarios like studio shoots or talking-head videos. This content creator aimed light features 10 built-in lighting effects that can be controlled via the official app. It supports multiple power sources, including an DC adapter, USB-C PD, and optional battery grip or base. The advanced cooling system includes Smart, Quiet, and Performance fan modes to maintain optimal temperature during use.
Specifications
- Color temperature: 2700K-6500K
- CRI/TLCI: 97/99
- Illumination: 3,450Lux (at 1m 5600K, no reflector); 6,790Lux (at 1m 5600K, with reflector)
- Power source: DC adapter, USB-C PD, and optional battery grip or base
- Dimensions: 157*43*93mm
- Weight: 345g
Reasons to buy
➕ Powerful light with 100W power output
➕ Very portable for on-the-go shooting
➕ Cooling fan is effective and whisper-quiet
Reasons to avoid
➖ No built-in Bowens mount, modifiers require an optional adapter purchase
➖ Limited to bi-color, unlike the RGB version (W100R) for creative color effects
