Keldan revealed Video 8XR, an updated version of its popular 8X Video light. Like the “R” in the name, the new model is distinguished by its ability to be controlled remotely, like its big brothers, 35,000 lumens Video 18XR and 45,000 lumens Video 24XR. The new light is “only” 20,000 lumens, an upgrade from the 8X Video’s 18,000 lumens (CRI 85), but has a similar color rendering index (CRI) of 86. The 8XR Video’s color temperature remains unchanged at 5600K.
Like Video 18XR and Video 24XR, Video 8XR can be controlled wirelessly by Keldan’s RC1 . remote control– RC1 has two independent brightness channels, each channel can control an unlimited number of lights simultaneously. Like the other models in the 8X Video range, the new light features nine power settings, a 110° beam angle in water, and a travel-safe 99Wh 14.4V Li-ion battery (below the maximum wattage of each model). batteries of 100Wh are allowed in hand luggage). The light can run at full power for up to 35 minutes on a full charge, which takes about 3–4 hours.
Consult your local Keldan dealer for pricing and availability.
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Remote Control Keldan 8XR 20000lm CRI86
After great success with the 18XR and 24XR remote control lights in 2021, Keldan has announced the release of the 8XR.
At first glance, the 8XR looks identical to the 8X Video. What makes it special is the option to use it in conjunction with the Keldan RC-1 Remote, just as its big brothers 18XR and 24XR can do.
“The real important thing is to get all the technical stuff inside a fairly small space to make it remotely controllable. That makes us very happy to have finally designed it and released the 100% RC-1” compatible and reliable 8XR Compact Video Light.
In addition to being remotely controllable, the light currently has 20,000 Lumens and a CRI of 86.
The obvious advantages of the remote control option are:
- No need to swim back and forth to adjust the light when lighting the scene
- Quickly and easily Remotely control your light from 50m
- Place the lights wherever you want and adjust the brightness from the Remote Controller
- Connection works around corners and through walls
- Guarantees new and more creative ways of shooting that were not possible before
- Significant battery savings as you can remotely turn on the lights individually (or together): On or Off
8XR is available now from Official Keldan Dealer.
