Introduction

Many photographers use their still cameras, or sometimes dedicated video cameras to record video as well. Traditionally, still photographers have relied on speedlights or strobes, while videographers have needed large continuous lights.

Today, hybrid photographers and videographers, who often use the same camera for both, can choose from a range of compact, sometimes even pocketable, continuous lights that work for both photography and video. Modern continuous lights also have a major advantage over speedlights, strobes, and traditional video lights: you can adjust their color to match the existing light or balance different light sources in a mixed-lighting setup.

In this review, we’re looking at two such options from Zhiyun: the Fiveray M60 Ultra and the Molus X100 RGB. Both are compact, portable lights, but they take slightly different approaches to providing illumination for photography and video. We’ll look at their features, output, handling and performance in practice. Continue reading REVIEW: Zhiyun FIVERAY M60 Ultra & Molus X100 RGB →