On the rear of both panels are two control knobs, one to alter colour temperature and the other brightness which is displayed in increments from 0-100. It certainly doesn’t feel like budget kit.
The build quality is decent, with the power units locking securely and the hotshoe mount stopping the panel from slipping. It’s a nice touch that sets the NanGuang apart from lesser rivals. The Mixpad 106 stand-mount light comes with a decent clamp unit so you can securely fasten the AC power unit to a light stand. NanGuang also do a smaller 32 Watt option, too. The Mixpad 41 comes with a hotshoe mount and as it is so light and portable, is ideal for a bit of on-axis fill light and is a decent kit for run-and-gun filmmakers. NanGuang also supply alternative battery packs that take six AA batteries each so you need never run out of juice. The smaller light takes a single battery and the larger unit two. For location use, the whole Mixpad range also takes the common Sony NP-F batteries which many filmmakers have. The numbers refer to the maximum power output so, for example, the Mixpad 106 puts out a total LED power of 106 Watts.īoth can be used with a mains power adapter, which comes bundled with the 106 but is an optional extra with the 41. We tried out the Mixpad 41 which is ideal for on-camera use but can be stand mounted, and the far larger Mixpad 106 which is definitely for use on a stand. They may lack wireless, DMX remote control or a full range of sizes, but for features like that you need to pay a lot more. Although they may not have some of the kudos or high-end features of some of the big-name brands, NanGuang has a range of LED panels that offer great no-frills performance at excellent value for money. You don’t have to spend a fortune to get decent LED light panels any more.
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