Godox steps up its game with the MS60Bi/R bicolour and RGB LED lights

Godox has just launched its new KNOWLED MS60 series of compact LED lights. These pint-sized fixtures come with some big features, designed with both portability and functionality in mind. The MS60Bi ($329) Bi-Colour and MS60R ($429) RGB lights are targeted towards high-end users with compact needs.

Working in tight studio spaces or filming on location, these lights promise to deliver professional-grade results without breaking your back or your budget. They also offer flexibility and portability that should appeal to a wide range of use cases.

The MS60Bi – Compact, Bright, and Adaptable

Of the two new lights, the MS60Bi is the bi-colour option. It weighs less than 0.45 kg (1 pound), and it’s just 8.9 cm (3.5 inches) long (without the reflector and battery). So, it’s small enough to fit into tight spaces or travel kits without compromising on power.

Paired with the included lens reflector, it can pump out a solid 17,400 lux at a distance of 1 meter (3.3 feet). It has a colour temperature range of 2800K to 6500K. So, it’s ready for any lighting situation – whether you’re aiming for warm tungsten tones or cool daylight.

Both the MS60Bi and MS60R share some core features. You get four dimming curves—linear, S-curve, exponential, and logarithmic—and high colour accuracy with CRI 97 and TLCI 98 ratings. Built-in effects like flash, lightning, and candlelight make it easy to add drama, mood or other effects to your scenes. Thanks to a modular design, you can customise the lights with magnetic modifiers like softboxes, barndoors, snoots, or projection attachments.

There are onboard controls for quick tweaks, Bluetooth connectivity via the Godox Light app, and DMX support for more advanced setups. There’s even NFC pairing to make connecting your smartphone a breeze. There are multiple power options. You can use the included rechargeable battery, an optional NP-F adapter for Sony batteries, or an AC adapter. This makes the MS60Bi at home in the studio and on-location.

The MS60R – Adding a Splash of Colour

If bi-colour lighting isn’t enough for your creative projects, the MS60R ups the ante with full RGB capabilities. Over the MS60Bi, it features an extended colour temperature range of 1800K to 10,000K. It also has advanced modes like RGBW, HSI, GEL, XY, and FX. With an output of up to 11,000 lux at 5600K, it’s slightly less bright than the MS60Bi, but it more than makes up for it with versatility.

The MS60R comes with 14 pre-programmed lighting effects, including RGB cycle, cop car, and party presets, making it an excellent choice for filmmakers who need dynamic lighting options. Like the MS60Bi, it’s built with portability in mind, weighing just 0.31 kg (0.7 pounds).

It’s clear that Godox has its sights set on Aputure’s Lightstorm and Nanlite Forza 60W customers with these releases, although there are some notable differences between these and the competition. The price is also significantly higher than other 60W Godox models, like the ML60Bi ($237). Of course, the feature set is far more advanced, too.

Price and Availability

The Godox KNOWLED MS60Bi Bi-Colour LED light is available to pre-order now for $329. The MS60R RGB LED light is also available to pre-order now for $429. Both include a lens reflector, rechargeable battery, USB-C charging cable, stand mount adapter, and carry bag.

Both lights are also available in a two-pack. The 2x MS60Bi kit is $1,099 and the 2x MS60R kit is $1,299. But as well as the lights, you also get 2x Zoom Lenses, Magnetic Kits, Power Adapters, and 4 total batteries – you only get one in the individual kit – and a bunch of other stuff. Quad-light kits are available, too. The 4x MS60Bi kit is $1,999 and the 4x MS60R kit is $2,499.