14-inch RGB Ring Light
The #Influencer range of products by Crest may at first seem like child's play.
Although the packaging appeals to the younger TikTokers and hobbyists, the light is ideal for all content creators, including streamers, videographers, and photographers.
Obviously good lighting is key when creating compelling digital content.
The #Influencer 14-inch RGB Ring Light equips you with a multitude of creative options. The dual phone holder allows for multiple angle shots in one sitting, while the 15W RGB lighting allows for 26 different coloured lighting options – 13 of which are static, for perfect mood lighting, the other 13 offering a variety of moving light display that will cast light and shade over your subject in a manner that seems like a 12-man crew is behind the movie magic.
Practically, this thing is versatile, too. Record yourself demoing songs on a guitar with the extendable 2.1m tripod and centre microphone stand; set one of three white lighting settings that range from a warm glow, to a bright subject-highlighting beam for professional looking stills photography; or – yes – film yourself partaking in an online rant for prosperity's sake.
It's also great for live streamers using Twitch or YouTube with the use of its dual phone holders.
It folds up and away nicely, too, or can be kept set up without dominating an entire room.
This little gem has a thousand-and-one uses, and offers far more value than could be gleamed from various separate products.
VERDICT
#Influencer has a number of nifty products designed to reduce the production leap between bedroom and movie set, and the RGB Ring Light, with its multiple-handed approach is its best to date: like a lighting team and an assistant director in one.
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The lighting is of an exceptional quality, given the price point
A sturdy build and smart design means it won't tip over
There are a lot of uses, and not all are obvious at first use.
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The packaging may turn away those who (wrongly) consider this a product for kids or hobbyists.
Rating 9