Expanding on their line of panels, the Plus Series LED500 Bi-Color LED Light Panel from Dracast adds a digital display for adjusting output as well as Cat 5 DMX input and output for linking and comes with both Gold mount and V-mount battery plates. The light features 512 LEDs with a high CRI of 95 for excellent color accuracy. Also, this model features a variable color temperature from 3200-5600K for quickly matching either daylight or tungsten sources without needing to mess around with gels.

The lights offer a spot beam angle of 45°, as well as dimming from 0-100%. Benefiting operation, it can run from either a DC source, such as a Gold mount or V-mount battery, or a universal 100-240 VAC adapter. The light is durable as well, with an aluminum chassis, frame, and mounting yoke, and it only consumes 30W of power. Additionally, it is lightweight at just 4 lb and measures 12 x 6 x 2" in size.

LED500 Plus Bi-Color LED Light    LED200 Bi-Color On-Camera LED Light    90Wh V-Mount Li-Ion Battery    Dual V-Mount Battery Charger    Four-Way Barndoors    Filter Frame and 5 Filter Set    6600mAh NP-F Battery and Charger    Light Stand    Hard Carrying Case

At 3200K:
2700 lux/251 fc at 3'
750 lux/70 fc at 6'
350 lux/33 fc at 9'
200 lux/19 fc at 12'

At 4300K:
4400 lux/409 fc at 3'
1250 lux/116 fc at 6'
600 lux/56 fc at 9'
350 lux/33 fc at 12'

At 5600K:
1950 lux/181 fc at 3'
530 lux/49 fc at 6'
265 lux/25 fc at 9'
150 lux/14 fc at 12'

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have decided to buy this 1000 plus daylight fixture or the corresponding 1000 plus bi-color fixture. Traditional thought is to go with daylight because you lose half the LED's on the bi-color and bi-color is not necessary because you can use Gels and or adjust camera settings. However, since the 1000 plus is so powerful, I will essentially have a 500 daylight and a 500 LED tungsten which seems to plenty of brightness so I'm now considering bucking conventional wisdom and going with the bi-color. Just by reviews alone it appears as though the daylight is twice as popular. However, it's my understanding that the bi-color just recently came out which may skew the results. I'm an amateur videographer/photographer so need all the help I can get. Hence, for general all-around use would you go with the daylight or the bi-color? Thanks in advance! John

A: John, It sounds like you don't really need the full power of the LED 1000, as you mention the equivalence to two LED 500 units. That being the case, I would say that, for you, the bi-color would be the best option. // Also, if there are any other technical or product related questions, feel free to contact us directly at any time at support@dracobroadcast.com.

Q: 2. Are LED lights a good choice for accurate colors in photographing artwork for print reproduction?

A: So, the consensus seems to be Yes to the question of whether the light will work well for lighting paintings for photographic reproduction. I would concur in that opinion. // Also, if there are any other technical or product related questions, feel free to contact us directly at any time at support@dracobroadcast.com.

Q: 3. What's the weatherproof-ness like in outdoor ENG applications? Able to withstand heavy rain or even a light-drizzle?

A: Sorry Geoffrey - it wouldn't take any droplets around this light - would short circuit for sure - it's a great light - but they really need to do something about the cheesy plastic female light stand connector.

Q: 4. Can anyone tell me if they have used one of these successfully as a key light? I just do corporate interviews and talking heads. Also, if this would make a usable key light, what are folks using for diffusion?

A: This light can be used as a key light, but overall conditions will affect your results. For diffusion, these work well https://bhpho.to/2YffQsz.

Q: 5. The Pictures show this product with the barndoors, but in description or in the box section do not say anything about the barndoors being included. Are they included or need to purchase separately?

A: Unfortunately, no, the Dracast LED1000 Plus Series Daylight LED Light does not include the barndoors; they are an optional accessory. If you need the pictured barndoors, the Dracast Barndoors for LED1000, B&H # DRBD1000, may be purchased separately.

Q: 6. Hi, I would like to know if the free Dracast 90Wh 14.8V Lithium-Ion V-Mount Battery will b charged on the Dracast LED500 or need an extra battery charger not included?

A: You would need to purchase a battery charger for the Dracast battery included with this panel. A charger which can be used is the IndiPRO Tools D-Tap Pro Battery Charger B&H # INPD1013. Please see the image below for reference.

Q: 7. How many hours does it last?

A: The run time would depend on the watt/hour rating of the battery. For example, the use of the V-mount plate on the Dracast LED500 Plus Series Bi-Color LED Light along with one battery from the Dracast Dual Charger with Two 90Wh V-Mount Batteries, BH # DR90S2CK would give you a run time of roughly 3 hours at full output. https://bhpho.to/3xxGpy9

Q: 8. Does the 95wh battery have built in charger?

A: Thanks to all of you who replied. --- Also, if there are any other technical or product related questions, feel free to contact us directly at any time at info@dracobroadcast.com.

Q: 9. Is this great for reception wedding wherein you want to light up the reception (when dark) ?

A: These LED are more designed for use in a interview. For use in a wedding it will highly be dependent on the camera settings and the size of the venue.

Q: 10. is it bright enough for outdoor or even indoor studio use?

A: While this is a very bright LED panel, the brightness would depend on how far this panel is placed from the subject, how high or low the dimmer is set and which color temperature the panel is also set for.