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The NiceFoto Umbrella Light is an integrated LED continuous light that combines the light source and the softbox in a single fixture. It opens in one movement into a large, even soft source, runs silently with no fan, and comes in five series — Parabolic, Lantern, Octagonal, Rectangular and Bar — from 100 W to 600 W. This FAQ answers the 25 questions that creators, studios and rental houses ask most often, with model codes, output figures, power input and folded dimensions taken from the NiceFoto 2026 catalogue.
FAQ at a glance
- What is a NiceFoto Umbrella Light?
- Is an Umbrella Light a flash?
- Is an Umbrella Light a COB light, and how does it compare?
- What shapes and sizes do Umbrella Lights come in?
- What does an Umbrella Light model number mean?
- What light color modes are available?
- Can an Umbrella Light be used outdoors or powered by Type-C?
- How do you open and fold an Umbrella Light?
- How is an Umbrella Light cooled?
- What Umbrella Light series does NiceFoto offer, and what is each one for?
- What models and specifications does the Parabolic series (DL/DF) include?
- What models does the full-color (RGB) series include?
- What models does the Lantern series include?
- What models does the Octagonal series (DP/DS/DP-R) include?
- What models do the Rectangular and Bar series (DL/DF) include?
- What are the CRI and TLCI of an Umbrella Light, and how good is the light quality?
- What control methods does an Umbrella Light support?
- What scene light modes (FX) does an Umbrella Light have?
- What is the difference in power supply between the DL and DF series?
- What are the power input specifications, and can it take a V-mount battery?
- How portable is an Umbrella Light, and what are the folded dimensions?
- What shooting scenarios is an Umbrella Light suited to?
- How do you choose the right Umbrella Light power and size?
- What certifications and brand backing does the Umbrella Light have?
- What are the advantages of an Umbrella Light over a conventional softbox and COB light?
What is a NiceFoto Umbrella Light?
An Umbrella Light is an integrated LED continuous light from NiceFoto that combines the light source and the softbox in a single fixture. It departs from conventional fixture design by making the shade and the light one unit with a fast open-and-collapse mechanism, so setup and operation are simplified and it suits shoots that move between setups.
Key characteristics: a highly integrated design that removes most assembly steps; an extra-large emitting surface producing even, soft light for a cinematic soft-light look; control from the fixture body or over the Bluetooth app; and multiple power options to suit different production needs.
Is an Umbrella Light a flash?
No. An Umbrella Light is an LED continuous light for video and stills, not a flash.
Is an Umbrella Light a COB light, and how does it compare?
No — an Umbrella Light is not a COB point source. It is a surface source. The LEDs are evenly arrayed close to the reflective fabric, so light is output through diffuse reflection with high light utilisation and an even, soft transition across the whole face. A conventional COB point source is bright at the centre and falls off towards the edges, so its transition is less even than an Umbrella Light’s.
An Umbrella Light is also ready to use straight away, with no assembly: it removes the step of joining a softbox to a lamp head in conventional lighting. It opens and closes in a single action for fast setup, and the integrated design suits one-person operation and mobile shooting. A conventional COB point source needs a separate softbox or modifier fitted to it.
The trade-off: an Umbrella Light cannot take light-shaping accessories the way a conventional point source can.
What shapes and sizes do Umbrella Lights come in?
Umbrella Lights come in five shapes — octagonal, rectangular, parabolic, bar and lantern. Sizes run from 30 cm to 200 cm, and power ratings from 100 W to 600 W.
What does an Umbrella Light model number mean?
The model code carries the category, the size and the power. Take DF80-1000A as an example: DF is the Umbrella Light category, 80 is the umbrella diameter in centimetres, and 1000 represents 100 W.
What light color modes are available?
Umbrella Lights currently come in three light color modes: A bi-color, B single CCT (daylight), and C full color (RGB).
Can an Umbrella Light be used outdoors or powered by Type-C?
No Umbrella Light model can be charged over Type-C. The DL series can be used outdoors: it uses an AC/DC ballast that accepts AC 100–240 V or DC 14.8 V × 2 (V-mount battery) and outputs DC 54–58 V, so it can run away from mains power. The DF series uses an AC ballast that accepts AC 180–240 V (AC 220 V or AC 110 V on the Rectangular series) and outputs DC 160–200 V, so it is mains-only.
When choosing: the DL series is recommended for outdoor and mobile shooting, while the DF series is the more economical choice for fixed studio work and livestreaming rooms.
How do you open and fold an Umbrella Light?
To open: push the umbrella forward until you hear it click into place. To fold: press the release button, push the umbrella forward a little first, then let it retract slowly and gently.
How is an Umbrella Light cooled?
An Umbrella Light uses natural cooling, with no fan. The LED layout is optimised to spread heat efficiently, and the high-quality reflective fabric lets heat dissipate through the umbrella itself, which keeps the fixture at a stable working temperature. Because there is no fan, the fixture is silent in operation.
What Umbrella Light series does NiceFoto offer, and what is each one for?
According to the NiceFoto 2026 catalogue, the Umbrella Light range is divided into five series:
Parabolic (DL/DF) — a deep parabolic umbrella that gives focused yet soft light, suited to film-grade portrait lighting and livestream key light.
Lantern (DL60L/DF60L/DP60L) — 360° wraparound emission, suited to large-area ambient fill.
Octagonal (DP/DS/DP-R) — the classic octagonal soft source, suited to portraits, product shots and livestream fill.
Rectangular (DL710/DF710) — a large rectangular soft surface, suited to multi-person livestreams and set lighting.
Bar Series Lights (DL1230/DF1230) — a large rectangular soft surface, suited to multi-person livestreams and set lighting.
There is also a KT kit series: single-light, twin-light and stand kits for putting together a two-light setup quickly.
What models and specifications does the Parabolic series (DL/DF) include?
The Parabolic series is the representative Umbrella Light range, split into two product lines — DL (AC/DC power) and DF (AC mains):
DL120-3000A / DF120-3000A — 300 W, 30,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 120 cm, depth 66 cm, folded length 106 cm.
DL90-2000A / DF90-2000A — 200 W, 20,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 90 cm, depth 53 cm, folded length 92 cm.
DL80-1000A / DF80-1000A — 100 W, 10,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 38 cm, folded length 76 cm.
DL60-1000A / DF60-1000A — 100 W, 10,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 60 cm, depth 33 cm, folded length 62 cm.
Across the whole series: bi-color 2700–6500 K ±200 K, CRI ≥96 and TLCI ≥96, power adjustable from 0 to 100 per cent, six built-in scene light modes, and a remote control range of up to 30 m.
What models does the full-color (RGB) series include?
The full-color (RGB) Umbrella Light adds full-color mixing on top of bi-color control:
DL120-3000C — 300 W, 30,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 120 cm, depth 63 cm, folded length 94.5 cm (AC/DC power).
DL80-1000C — 100 W, 10,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 38 cm, folded length 76 cm (AC/DC power).
DF80-1000C — 100 W, 10,000 lm luminous flux, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 38 cm, folded length 76 cm (AC mains).
The full-color series covers 2700–6500 K ±200 K, with hue adjustable across H000–H360 and GM adjustable from −1.0 to 1.0, plus 18 built-in FX scene light modes for creative color work and dynamic effects.
What models does the Lantern series include?
The Lantern series is the 360° wraparound Umbrella Light:
DL60L-1000A — 100 W, bi-color 2700–6500 K, 10,000 lm luminous flux, AC/DC power.
DF60L-1000A — 100 W, bi-color 2700–6500 K, 10,000 lm luminous flux, AC mains.
DP60L-1000B — 100 W, single CCT 5600 K ±200 K, 11,000 lm luminous flux, AC 220 V / AC 110 V, on/off control.
The Lantern body measures 60/53 cm and folds to about 100 cm. It is particularly well suited to large-area ambient light, background light and mood light.
What models does the Octagonal series (DP/DS/DP-R) include?
The Octagonal series offers single CCT models with several control methods:
DP80-1000B — 100 W, 11,000 lm, AC 220 V / AC 110 V, on/off control with no dimming, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 35 cm, folded length 72 cm.
DP60-600B — 50 W, 5,500 lm, AC 220 V / AC 110 V, on/off control, umbrella diameter 60 cm, depth 30 cm.
DS80-1000B — 100 W, 11,000 lm, stepless dimming, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 35 cm, folded length 72 cm.
DS60-600B — 50 W, 5,500 lm, stepless dimming, umbrella diameter 60 cm, depth 28 cm, folded length 48.5 cm.
DP80R-1000B — 100 W, 11,000 lm, remote control with power in four steps of 0 / 50 / 75 / 100 per cent, umbrella diameter 80 cm, depth 35 cm, folded length 72 cm.
Across the series: single CCT 5600 K ±200 K, CRI ≥96 and TLCI ≥96, natural cooling.
What models do the Rectangular and Bar series (DL/DF) include?
The Rectangular and Bar series use a large rectangular emitting surface:
DL1230-1500A — 150 W, 15,000 lm luminous flux, body 120 × 30 cm, depth 36 cm, folded length 78.5 cm (AC/DC power).
DL710-1500A — 150 W, 15,000 lm luminous flux, body 70 × 100 cm, depth 36 cm, folded length 79.5 cm (AC/DC power).
DF1230-1500A — 150 W, 15,000 lm luminous flux, body 120 × 30 cm (AC mains).
DF710-1500A — 150 W, 15,000 lm luminous flux, body 70 × 100 cm (AC mains).
The Rectangular series is bi-color 2700–6500 K and produces large-area even soft light, suited to multi-person livestreams, product displays and full-set lighting.
What are the CRI and TLCI of an Umbrella Light, and how good is the light quality?
Across the whole NiceFoto Umbrella Light range, CRI is ≥96 and TLCI is ≥96, so color rendering is accurate and true to life.
Light quality comes from the surface-source design: the LEDs are evenly arrayed close to the reflective fabric and the light is output through diffuse reflection, so it is even and soft with natural transitions and none of the bright-centre-dark-edges problem of a point source. The fixture is silent in operation, which suits film, video and livestreaming work where image quality matters.
What control methods does an Umbrella Light support?
An Umbrella Light supports three control methods:
Control directly from the ballast panel, for quick adjustment of brightness and color temperature.
Wireless remote control with a range of up to 30 m, for adjusting output and color from a distance.
Bluetooth app control with the NiceFoto app, for fine parameter adjustment and switching scene light modes (FX). The Octagonal series does not support app control.
Note: the grid accessory is sold separately.
What scene light modes (FX) does an Umbrella Light have?
Bi-color Umbrella Lights have six built-in scene light modes. Full-color (RGB) Umbrella Lights have 18 built-in FX scene light modes that simulate a range of dynamic lighting effects. Full-color models also support H000–H360 hue adjustment and GM fine calibration from −1.0 to 1.0, for creative lighting, mood work and video effects.
What is the difference in power supply between the DL and DF series?
The DL series uses an AC/DC ballast that accepts AC 100–240 V or DC 14.8 V × 2 (V-mount battery) and outputs DC 54–58 V, so with a battery it can run away from mains power. The DF series uses an AC ballast that accepts AC 180–240 V (AC 220 V or AC 110 V on the Rectangular series) and outputs DC 160–200 V, so it is mains-only.
When choosing: the DL series is recommended for outdoor and mobile shooting, while the DF series is the more economical choice for fixed studio work and livestreaming rooms.
What are the power input specifications, and can it take a V-mount battery?
Power input varies by series:
DL series (Parabolic, Lantern, Rectangular, full color) — ballast input AC 100–240 V or DC 14.8 V × 2, supports V-mount battery power, outputs DC 54–58 V to the fixture.
DF series — ballast input AC 180–240 V (AC 220 V / AC 110 V on the Rectangular series), outputs DC 160–200 V.
DP / DP-R series (single CCT) — the fixture connects directly to AC 220 V or AC 110 V.
DS series — fixture input DC 72 V.
The DL series can run from an external 14.8 V V-mount battery for mains-free shooting, and an outdoor version is also in development.
How portable is an Umbrella Light, and what are the folded dimensions?
Umbrella Lights use a fast open-and-collapse design with no assembly — they are ready to use the moment they open.
Folded length by series: Parabolic 62–106 cm, Octagonal 48.5–72 cm, Rectangular 78.5–79.5 cm, Lantern about 100 cm.
Packaging size and weight: Parabolic DL120 19.5 × 18.5 × 94 cm at 5.3 kg; DF120 15 × 14 × 93.5 cm at 3.2 kg; Octagonal DP80 10 × 10 × 71 cm at 1.8 kg.
The integrated shade design, paired with a carry bag, suits one-person changeovers and mobile shooting.
What shooting scenarios is an Umbrella Light suited to?
An Umbrella Light is an LED continuous light with a wide range of applications:
Livestream selling and e-commerce streaming fill — large-area soft light, natural skin tones, flicker-free.
Portrait and wedding photography — a cinematic soft-light look with even shadow transitions.
Product and advertising photography — high color rendering reproduces true product colors.
Short-form video, micro-films and film crews — the Parabolic series for focused soft light, the Lantern series for ambient fill.
Interview programmes, conferences and events — fast multi-light setups.
Children and pets — a continuous source is safe and comfortable on the eyes, with no flash sync needed.
How do you choose the right Umbrella Light power and size?
Choose by shooting space and scenario:
60–80 cm / 100 W — the main choice for single-person livestreaming, portraits and product shooting.
90–120 cm / 150–300 W — multi-person livestreaming, film crews, and work needing large-area soft light.
Full-color (RGB) series — creative shooting that needs colored mood lighting and dynamic FX effects.
Outdoor and mobile shooting — choose the DL series, which accepts a V-mount battery.
In general, a larger size and higher power give a bigger emitting surface and more output, so choose by the size of your subject and your lighting distance.
What certifications and brand backing does the Umbrella Light have?
NiceFoto has worked in film and video lighting for twenty years, developing and manufacturing light sources for cinema, livestreaming, photography and mobile video, together with lighting accessories.
Umbrella Light products carry CE, RoHS, PSE and FCC certification and are exported to markets including Europe and North America. Products come with sales and technical support from Shenzhen NiceFoto Photographic Equipment Co., Ltd. Please buy through official NiceFoto channels.
What are the advantages of an Umbrella Light over a conventional softbox and COB light?
Compared with a conventional COB point source plus softbox, the core advantages of an Umbrella Light are:
An integrated shade and light design that removes the step of joining a lamp head to a softbox — it opens and shoots.
Fast setup and teardown with one-action open and close, suited to one-person operation and quick changeovers.
A surface source using diffuse reflection, giving even, soft light with natural transitions and no bright centre or dark edges.
An extra-large emitting surface for a cinematic soft-light look.
Multiple power options (AC/DC, V-mount battery) and multiple control methods (panel, remote, app).
Natural cooling and silent operation.
The trade-off: it cannot take light-shaping accessories such as a snoot the way a conventional point source can.
Q: What is Full Spectrum?
A:Full spectrum is the spectral effect of an artificial light source that is infinitely close to the sun’s rays.
We can see the shape and color of any material because the light hits the surface of the object, reflects or refracts the light,
and is seen by the pupil of our eye. Whether it is natural light such as sunlight, moonlight, lightning, or artificial light such
as electric lamps, matches, and fire, their irradiation principles are basically similar.
Everyone has learned in middle school physics that through a prism, the sun’s rays can be decomposed into seven colors visible
by our eye, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. In fact, there are at least hundreds of colors that cannot be clearly seen by eye.
We have produced various artificial light sources with different materials, functions, and characteristics, all of which use the sun
as a reference target, and most of the data are aligned with the sun’s rays. Among them, the color rendering index (CRI) index
commonly used by the International Commission on Illumination is a method to detect the quality of LED lights.
In the color rendering index (CRI) of LED lighting, 15 different color indicators are used to measure the light emitted by the light,
and R1–R15 is used to replace the description. The ability to restore the color of these 15 indicators (the data refers to the sun’s rays,
and the color rendering index of the sun’s rays is 100%) is used to illustrate the color reduction ability of the light.
NiceFoto COB TV live broadcast lighting measured data
Generally, it can be called full-spectrum LED lighting, which needs to meet at least 2 standards：
- CRI index exceeds 95 or more
- In particular, the color rendering index of R9 (saturated red) and R12 (saturated blue) is at least 90
NiceFoto COB TV live broadcast lighting measured data
Therefore, the object itself refers to the color of the object when it is illuminated by sunlight in the daily environment. Sunlight is composed
of 7 colors of light visible to the naked eye. Taking sunlight as the benchmark, the more colored light contained in the white light of LED lamps,
the closer it is to sunlight, and the more it can restore the true color of the object.That is to say, the white light mixed with different kinds of lights
can provide light with rich color sense, which is highly reductive to the skin color of people and the natural color of objects without color cast.
What about the LED bead? The LED bead is actually a light-emitting diode with a bluish light, and different levels and color ratios of toner are added,
and the light is continuously mixed through the content ratio of the toner to output different colors. light effect.
Compared with ordinary led lights, the lights made of multi-color mixed light have stronger spectrum, wider color gamut and higher color accuracy.
This kind of multi-color mixed light undoubtedly has the real core competitiveness in terms of the domestic LED lighting market with mixed fish
and dragons. The full-spectrum technology formed by multi-color mixed light is also the core problem that various film and television live broadcast
lighting manufacturers need to solve urgently in the future.
At present, Except the well-known German brand – ARRI, which has six-color mixed light, there is also a large domestic company -NiceFoto Lighting,
which has also mastered the multi-color mixed light technology, which can directly mix red and green. Multi-color mixed light such as blue and yellow
forms white light or colored light of various colors. Whether it is the lighting effect or various lighting parameters, it has achieved a higher level of similar lighting.
Q:What is the Warranty of the NiceFoto light equipment?
A: 1 Year
Once after one year,the user can return back to facotry or the local distributor for repair,just pay some of the parts and repair fee.
Q:Why NiceFoto Live video light can supply the Users HD Live Room?
A: NiceFoto Video Light always keep supplying Full spectrum ,Hi-Fi Live Video light device to the worldwide.
Q: What is the biggest difference between NiceFoto Bi-Color Light and others?
A:NiceFoto Bi-color always keep full Max power from 2700K-6500K
Others maybe just supply half output at the low and high CCT.
Q:How to reduce flash light power?
A: There are several options to reduce light power in order to obtain a narrow depth of field.
Set your camera to a lower ISO. Setting 50 ISO or even less if required.
Use grey filters for your lenses to reduce light.
Softboxes may reduce the light output.
Q: Can I repair my NiceFoto Light Equipment Myself?
A:Trying to repair or disassemble your light device could be dangerous to your own life! You should always contact your local dealer or service center to repair.
The specific number of lights mainly depends on the specific live environment and categories. If it is only a small film and television studio, it is recommended to use a three-light set. If it is a multi-person studio, it needs multiple lights, and each light can be played on the corresponding product.
In addition, there are some special products of the broadcast room, such as jewelry, digital 3C, wine broadcast room, affected by the product material, will add different live attachment, at this time, it needs more rich live attachment group, so, in a word, only the most suitable for their own is correct.
The screen effect of the broadcast room generally determines the atmosphere of the broadcast room with goods. Generally speaking, the warm tone of the broadcast room, easier to give the audience a warm and natural visual effect. Use the color temperature adjustable live lighting of Nesi, from warm color to cool color, can be adjusted by one button, the lowest color temperature 2700K, can directly shape the warm color tone, the highest color temperature 6500K, can directly shape the cool color tone.
The best point needs to be explained, the color temperature of Nesi adjustable live lamp, can do the color temperature is changing, but the illumination is unchanged.