Mike Connolly and Rotolight
About
Rotolight RL48-A ‘Stealth Edition’ Camcorder LED light simply slips over your shotgun mic and delivers calibrated 6900K, ‘Daylight’ 5600K, 4100K and ‘Tungsten’ 3200K light fast, when you need it, so you’ll never miss that perfect shot.
Rotolight can be accurately dimmed (using Neutral Density filters) over a range of 1.5 aperture stops. The 48 Ultrabright LED’s provide warm, natural light for HD Cinematography, with that great ‘ring-light’ effect but without ‘Red-Eye’ or shadows. RL48 ‘Stealth Edition’ has a matt black rubberized outer coating which minimises reflectivity and acoustic resonance, and is weather resistant. The package also includes a Filter-Holder and custom Lighting Gel Kit (made by Lee Filters).
Features
- Bright - 48 Ultra Bright LEDs
- Dimmable - Over 1.5 stops
- Versatile - Weather Resistant
- Fast - Deployable in under 3 seconds
- Convenient - Shoot non-stop for 4 hours
- Accurate - 6900K, 5600K, 4100K and 3200K operation
- Light - Weighs less than 6oz
On the set of Elizabeth the Golden Age
Acclaimed photographer Gregory Davies recently used a 3 Rotolight to shoot model and up and coming actress Katherine Templar who recently starred alongside Cate Blanchett, Rhys Ifans, Clive Owen in the hit movie " Elizabeth the Golden Age" (2007)
He got some fantastic results using two Rotolights which were daylight balanced with diffusion (one on Camera and a second mounted onto a tripod), and then a third Rotolight with Red Colour Filter for sidefill effect.
Gregory Davies Testimonial about the shoot:
"The Rotolight is an amazing product and allows me to travel light and still have the equipment I need to get the right result. I do allot of portraits/headshots and usually use a three light flash set up - which is great, but outside of the studio very cumbersome and difficult to transport.
The three Rotolight set up allows me to achieve the same result as the flash set up, but without the hassle of carrying heavy flash lights with me. The selection of filters offer a suburb creative option and allow me to achieve the perfect light to fit the look of the shot! For example I used a 3 light set up to do a series of horror portraits, one light on a stand was used as the main light facing the model, the second light I used as a fill - on camera - and finally I used a red filter on the final light as a side fill adding mood and depth to the shot.
Using the Rotolight gives a plethora of creative options, simply not available using traditional on camera flash. I will always have them in my bag!"
Rotolight wins MacWorld Editors Choice Award!
MacWord is renowned across the globe for it's discerning reviews on everything Mac-related, and Vistek couldn't be more happy that Rotolight has gone into one of the top slots! Taking home the Editors Choice Award, Rotolight has been given critical acclaim with the editor mentioning "its child's play" to put together.
And what about the quality? Well, "Rotolight instantly consigns your old shaky, badly-lit videos to history and replaces them with something even budding Spielbergs could love." We couldn't have said it better ourselves.
Pick up a copy of the June 2011 issue of MacWorld to read the whole review!
Philip Nash, a multi award-winning, world-renowned photographer & current winner of the prestigious Beauty and Glamour Photographer of the Year Award has posted a phenomenal preliminary review of the Rotolight Interview Kit.
"Maybe i've got a bit hardened by the mass of of cheaply made, cheaply finished lighting equipment coming in from the far east but this Rotolight Interview LED light kit [made at PineWood Studios, UK] is Absolutely gorgeous.... I haven't seen a more pleasing quality of light from any other form of camera mounted light... It's such a pleasure to see and touch a product thats been put together by people who really care. Everything about it screams class, and the finishing - right down to the integrated Gels is just quality. My advice - ... don't buy another on Camera light till you see a Rotolight for yourself!" - Philip Nash
To read Philip Nash's full review click here
Products
Camera Supports
Rotolight Professional 48LED "B" Shotgun Mounted Camcorder LED Light
The Rotolight RL48-B LED RingLight Stealth Edition sports 48 ultra-bright Grade-A LEDs with an 80W equivalent. It can be attached onto camcorders and DSLRs for up to 4 hours of continuous light without causing shadows or red eye.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259552
Mfr item: RL48-B Stealth
$119.95
SAVE $40.00
Rebates Available
Rotolight Pro 48 "B" LED Light & Rode Video Condenser Mic
Microphone Mounted Camcorder Light fits On Shotgun Mic with 50W Equivalent features Adjustable Color Temperature, Native 6900K, an all-in-one design & is Dimmable (w/ND Filters) & extremely light.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 252961
Mfr item: RotoRode1
$269.95
SAVE $110.00
Rotolight Pro 48 "B" LED Light w/Hot Shoe Mount, Filter, Belt Pouch
Microphone Mounted Camcorder Light fits On Shotgun Mic with 50W Equivalent features Adjustable Color Temperature, Native 6900K, an all-in-one design & is Dimmable (w/ND Filters) & extremely light. Includes Hot Shoe Mount adapter.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 257232
Mfr item: RotoShoe1
$179.95
SAVE $35.00
Rotolight Interview Kit V.2 with 2 x 48 LED Lights
The Rotolight RL48 Interview Kit V.2 combines 2 Rotolight ringlights, 2 stands, a filter kit, and a belt pouch into a compact lighting solution weighing about 1 lb.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259554
Mfr item: RL48-IK-V2
$359.95
SAVE $40.00
Rebates Available
Rotolight Roto Lt. Hot Shoe Mount Adapt. Rotolight
A quick-release clip-on adapter designed for use with the RL48-A LEDl includes a swivel mount that allows for 360° positioning--enhancing lighting flexibility and control.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 249517
Mfr item: RL48-STAND
$49.95
Rotolight Accessory Belt Pouch
Designed for the on-the-go professional, this pouch holds two Rotolights, six batteries, AC/grip rigging tools, one stand, and even an iPhone.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 249514
Mfr item: RL48-ABP
$34.99
Rotolight 10" Articulated Arm with Ballhead and Shoe Adapter
Mount your Rotolight, monitor or other accessory to a camera shoe, RL48-SuperClamp or Rail Support Bridge. This cinematic arm features 1/4" 20" screws, and two fully adjustable 360 degree ballheads, allowing you to mount your accessory in virtually any po
Webcode: 259556
Mfr item: RL-ARM-10
$109.95
Rotolight 6" Articulated Arm with Ballhead and Shoe Adapter
Mount your Rotolight, monitor or other accessory to a camera shoe, RL48-SuperClamp or Rail Support Bridge. This cinematic arm features 1/4" 20" screws, and two fully adjustable 360 degree ballheads, allowing you to mount your accessory in virtually any po
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259555
Mfr item: RL-ARM-6
$89.95
Rotolight Professional 360 Degree Ball Swivel to 1/4" Adapter
Swivel mount your Rotolight, camera, monitor, audio recorder and other accessories to a tripod, lighting stand or camera. The adapter supports a maximum 2kg (4.4 lb) load.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259559
Mfr item: RL48-360-PRO
$44.99
Rotolight 10" Articulated Arm w/Ballhead and Shoe Adapter, Super Clamp
The Rotolight 10" Arm & Clamp Kit allows you to mount an accessory to a camera shoe, RL48-Superclamp, or a Rail Support Bridge. The clamp features 2 360° ballheads, allowing you to mount an accessory in any position.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 260508
Mfr item: RL-ARM-10-KIT
$129.95
Rotolight 6" Articulated Arm w/Ballhead and Shoe Adapter, Super Clamp
The Rotolight 6.0" Articulated Arm Kit features two 360° swivel ballheads for maximum flexibility. The arm attaches to a camera's accessory shoe, the Rotolight SuperClamp, or Rail Support Bridge. The arm can support up to 4.4 lb and includes a SuperClamp.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 260507
Mfr item: RL-ARM-6-KIT
$99.95
Rotolight Luxury Foam Hand Grip with 1/4" 20 Male Stud
The Rotolight Foam Hand Grip With 1/4 20 Male Stud provides a cushion grip for your Rotolight, making it easier to hold it for an extended period of time. It can also be used for other accessories that are compatible with a universal tripod mounting stud
Webcode: 260509
Mfr item: RL-GRIP-14
$23.99
Rotolight SuperClamp w/ 1/4" and 3/8" Female Mounting Threads
The Rotolight RL-Superclamp can accommodate tubes with a 0.5 to 1.37" diameter. The clamp includes both 1/4 and 3/8" threads for easy mounting to a Rotolight or other accessory.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 260506
Mfr item: RL-SUPERCLAMP
$34.99
Rotolight Add-On Colour Filter Pack
Add-On Color Filter Pack includes a selection of 10 circular LEE filters designed specifically for the RL-48A LED light.
In Stock - ships in 4 to 7 business days
Webcode: 249515
Mfr item: RL48-CFP
$34.99
Rotolight 360 Degree Ball Swivel to 1/4" Adapter
Swivel mount your Rotolight, camera, monitor, audio recorder and other accessories to a tripod, lighting stand or camera. This adapter supports a maximum 1.5kg (3.3 lb) load.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259557
Mfr item: RL48-360
$25.99
Webcode: 262081
Mfr item: BARNDOOR
$219.95
Rotolight Male 1/4" to 1/4" Adapter Stud
Mount your Rotolight below a compact digital camera, professional ENG shoulder-mount camcorder or RL48-SuperClamp.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259558
Mfr item: RL-1414
$16.49
Rotolight Replacment Filter Pack
The Rotolight Replacement Filter Pack replaces the RL-48A's original filter set & ncludes color correction filters (5600K, 4100K, 3200K), neutral density filters (over a range of 1.5 stops), and a diffusion filter.
Webcode: 249516
Mfr item: RL48-S-FP
$29.99
Rotolight Male 1/4" to 3/8" Adapter Stud
Mount your Rotolight to a professional ENG shoulder-mount camcorder or RL48-SuperClamp.
In Stock - ships in 1 to 2 business days
Webcode: 259638
Mfr item: RL-1438
$12.99