As a mobile videographer I currently have one set of LED lights for videography that I use for small quick jobs that sit on their own tripod. It’s quite a convenient contraption and comes in its own carry case. However, for larger jobs that require more lights I need to carry around a huge camera bag containing tripods for lights, umbrellas, electrical cords, extension cords, and light bulbs.  It can weigh quite a bit and I’m always worried that the lights will break or burn out in the middle of a shoot. I’m looking for more sources of LED lighting for videography and I think I’ve found something.

I just discovered this video that shows how to make a flexible panel of LED lights. It is very light, it takes up very little space, and you don’t have to worry about replacement bulbs. The video creator also talks about the best lights to use for light quality, so you don’t have to search and compare like he did. The work’s already been done.

The panels look fairly easy, but a little tedious to make. When I have some time I might give it a try. I understand the dollar savings is substantial.

How to Make Flexible LED Panels