Want To Have More Appealing Tube Light ? - Godox TL series

If you looking for a tube light to boost the mood of your images, the TL series is the ideal tool with multiple colours and lighting effects. 

Fairly said that both versions are appropriate for professional broadcast use for filmmakers or photographers. However, depending on the various application scene. Each tube light will suitable for different kinds of photography such as portrait fashion, product and film production. Both units compared share the same characteristics and qualities but one’s intensity is less or greater than the other. 

We here at EssentialPhoto also offer a 24 Month UK Based Warranty Period for each of our Lighting units. It allows us to offer detailed and professional advice and support throughout this period. From here, you can generally figure out the key main strengths and weaknesses and also choose the appropriate lights.  

Similarities 

Colour Temperature and Bi-Colour 

Both units are both made by Godox and are both identical internally. This means that both TL will offer the same colour temperature colour range from 2700K to 6500K. From this feature, you are freely able to change from warm light to daylight. Unlike the other lights, the Godox TL tube light gives you a variety of options. If you choose the lower colour temperature (2700K) which is a considerable ‘warmer’ colour. Or either, having cooler colours like blue and white which are adjustable up to higher colour temperatures at 6500K. With a wide range of 36.000 colour options, you can create better lighting colours to enhance the mood of your footage for any situation. It enables your TL tube lights to create bi-colour which also avoids the formation of undesirable mixed lighting.

Colour Accuracy 

Similarly, both tube lights not only shared the same power range at 0% - 100% and RGB Colour Gamut at 0 – 360° but also operation temperature of -10°C – 40°C. Each lighting unit offers great colour rendition capabilities. With a Color Rendition Index (CRI) of ≥96, you are confident colour will accurately copy into your images. Moreover, both units same as a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) of ≥98 to make sure the colour is captured professionally. Its feature makes the TL series appropriate for television production and broadcast use. 

Multiple Wireless Control 

To quickly and easily adjust, they each feature a built-in multiple control method by directly using the control panel. Additionally, you can use the 2.4GHz wireless remote control via Bluetooth and also a smartphone app. With a range of around 30m, making it is ideal for adjusting your illumination without having to manually change the unit. 

DMX Control 

Thank the DMX controller, both TL lightings allow you to operate more units which are perfect for larger video projects and broadcasts. 

39 Lighting Effects 

All four tube lights can be produced 39 lighting effects. It allows you to quickly replicate a variety of lighting conditions including police car lights, fire, candlelight, lighting, TV sets, fireworks and many more. Thanks to this feature, you can save time and money in post-production. As same with the manufacture by Godox, the TL series come with Bowens S-Type mount as standard using multiple different light modifiers. 

Differences 

Weight and Dimensions 

One of the main differences between these units is their weight and size. Compared with the TL60 tube light which is lighter and smaller with Ø48mm 750mm of dimension and 730g of weight. The compact design also allows you to place the lighting unit in hard-to-reach areas. It is perfect for making sure your subject receives perfect light coverage. The T120 tube light is heavier and bigger to use with dimensions of Ø48mm 1170mm and a weight of 1.27kg. In contrast, the TL180 is the heaviest of the four lights at 2.21kg and 51 x 1800mm. And finally, the TL30 offers the lowest weight at 0.3kg with 42mm x 300mm. 

Power 

The main reason comes with the difference between these lights is the different power output provided. The innovation of each tube light also improved the power output. The TL180 is the most powerful of the four units offering the 55W, the TL120 is the next with a  power output of 30W. Whereas, the T30 is the last on this list with only 8W. The power consumption of the T60 is slightly more than the T30 at 18W. 

Brightness 

Again, as with the previously mentioned lighting series, the different power output comes with the different brightness produced. When comparing the overall brightness of these lighting units at 1m, it is surprising, that the TL120 offers the lowest brightness of 678 Lux. Of course, the following brightness is the TL30 at 740 Lux. While the TL60 produced the highest brightness of these lighting units when measured at 1m is 1500 Lux. 

Battery 

Each lighting unit is a built-in different battery which also leads to the difference between them. The TL30 has a built-in 3.6V/2900mAh Lithium battery with a runtime of about 1 hour on maximum power. While the TL60 tube light has a built-in 14.4V/2600mAh Lithium battery with a runtime of about 2 hours on maximum power, making it ideal for long sessions. Moreover, the TL60 also includes a mains power adaptor allowing plugged in and used continuously. With the same mains power adapter but a different lithium battery at 14.4V/2600mAh with a runtime of approximately 160 minutes. It is quite similar to the TL120 at the runtime is approximately 150 minutes and built-in with 14.4V/5200mAh/74.88Wh. 

Final Thoughts

The Godox TL tube light series is a great device which unleashes your creativity for many photography applications. Each lighting unit shares slightly similar specifications but the difference comes from the overall light quality, dimension and size. It is a great value for the price which is highly recommended to anyone looking for great tube lights. Eventually, the Godox TL series is an essential addition to the kit for both beginner and professional filmmakers and photographers.     

EssentialPhoto and PiXAPRO are pleased to be a direct partner of Godox in the United Kingdom, with the largest collection of Godox stock available in the UK. So you can be confident with the support and assistance we provide. As we are representing Godox at The Photography Show 2022, this further shows our partnership and commitment to the Godox Brand, and we are always looking to expand this further.