Nanlite LumiPad 25 LED Light

Nanlite LumiPad 25 – High Output Bi-Color Soft LED Panel

The Nanlite LumiPad 25 is a bi-color soft LED panel designed to deliver studio-quality, diffuse light in a compact and thin form. It offers variable color temperature and dimming, high color accuracy, and flexible power options for on-location or studio use. The LumiPad 25 is suited for portrait, wedding, group video, livestreaming, vlogging, photography, and photo booth setups where a slim, soft light source is required.

Key features and benefits

The LumiPad 25 combines a slim profile with useful control features so you can adapt the light to many shooting situations. You get precise color control, smooth dimming, and the option to run the panel from mains power or mobile battery sources when needed.

• Bi-color control: Variable from 3200K to 5600K to match ambient light or blend with other fixtures.
• Brightness control: Front-panel control lets you set output from 0 to 100% for exact exposure adjustments.
• High color accuracy: CRI rated at 95 and TLCI (Qa) of 93 for faithful color rendering on camera.
• Compact and thin: Slim design allows placement where larger lights can't fit and reduces visual clutter on set.
• Quiet operation: The fixture is described as having quiet air-cooling and lists a passive cooling system.
• Flexible power: Use the included AC adapter for worldwide use or run the unit on compatible Sony NP-F series batteries when mains power is unavailable.
• High output: Produces 2140 lumens and delivers measurable lux at typical working distances for portrait and video work.

Design and control

The LumiPad 25's slim chassis keeps the light unobtrusive while the control knobs on the unit allow you to dial in temperature and brightness without adding gels or diffusion. Its soft output works well for single-person setups, group shots, and close-up portrait applications where diffuse, even lighting matters.

Power and operation

You can power the LumiPad 25 with the supplied AC adapter that supports international mains voltages (110–240 VAC mentioned in the product description). For location shoots or when mains power is not available, the panel can run from two compatible Sony NP-F style batteries (examples listed: NP-F550, NP-F750, NP-F960), using the dual NP-F battery plate.

Use cases

Nanlite positions the LumiPad 25 for a variety of creative scenarios. It is suitable for live streaming, vlogging, photography lighting, video lighting, portraits, wedding coverage, group video, and photo booths. Its thin form factor and adjustable output make it a flexible choice for both part-time and full-time shooters seeking an easy-to-use soft light.

Specifications

FAQ

Question: How can I power the LumiPad 25 when no mains power is available?
Answer: The panel accepts two Sony NP-F style batteries via its dual NP-F battery plate. The product description lists compatible examples such as NP-F550, NP-F750, and NP-F960, so you can run the light from batteries when mains power is not accessible.

Question: What color accuracy can I expect from this panel?
Answer: The LumiPad 25 has a CRI rating of 95 and a TLCI (Qa) of 93, which indicates strong color fidelity for video and photography applications where accurate skin tones and color matching are important.

Question: Can I control color temperature and brightness on the unit itself?
Answer: Yes. The panel includes control knobs that let you adjust color temperature between 3200K and 5600K and dim brightness smoothly from 0 to 100% without the need for gels or extra diffusion.

Question: Is the LumiPad 25 suitable for sound-sensitive environments?
Answer: The product description notes quiet air-cooling as an asset and lists the cooling system as passive, indicating the unit is designed to operate with minimal noise, making it appropriate for sound-sensitive situations.

Question: What shooting scenarios does the LumiPad 25 work best for?
Answer: Nanlite positions this panel for portrait, wedding, group video, livestreaming, vlogging, photography lighting, video lighting, and photo booths. Its slim profile and soft output make it useful where diffuse, even lighting and compact placement are needed.