Description
Article no.: 28065
The Nanlite Pico is a compact RGBW pocket light that combines a flip yoke design, a built-in battery, and intuitive controls. It offers 36,000 selectable colors, 14 built-in lighting effects, and high color accuracy. Use it for vlogs, portraits, food shots, and creative videos where a small, portable light is required.
The Pico suits a range of shooting situations thanks to its small size and flexible controls. It works well for close-up food photography where you need to balance ambient light and restore natural tones. For vloggers, it provides instant, portable fill light that you can take on location. Use it for creative portraits to achieve cinematic looks with precise color control. In music or dance videos, the RGBW colors and effects add striking visual interest to your scenes.
The Pico gives you precise white light and extensive creative color options. You can select color temperatures across the 2700K–7500K range and fine-tune skin tones or ambient casts with ±150 green-magenta adjustment. For full-color control, choose from 36,000 colors with 0–360° hue and 0–100% saturation. The light also includes 14 built-in effects—such as fire and paparazzi—to add motion and atmosphere to your shots. All color rendering and effects are driven by the Nebula C4 light engine, which uses RGBW LED chips to deliver refined white light and consistent color performance.
Despite its pocket size, the Pico delivers notable output. It produces 4,211 lux at 0.3 m measured at 5600K, providing usable brightness for many close-range applications. The Pico also includes a snap-on magnetic diffuser that converts the light to a softer source instantly.
Color rendering metrics demonstrate accurate reproduction: CRI (avg) 95, TLCI (avg) 95, TM-30 Rf 92, and TM-30 Rg 99. These ratings indicate reliable and consistent color for both video and photo work.
The Pico is designed for one-handed operation and quick setup. It weighs 130 g and features a slim, portable body that fits in a pocket. You control settings via a single knob and two buttons on a 1.28-inch round display, allowing fast adjustments on the fly.
For positioning, the Pico includes a 12-step flip yoke with 30° intervals to tilt the light precisely. A magnetic base lets you attach it to metal surfaces for hands-free setups. For traditional mounts, it has a 1/4"-20 mount and comes with a cold shoe adapter that includes a 1/4"-20 mount for camera mounting. An optional accessory, the AS-MT/HG-1/4 mini tripod and hand grip with 1/4”-20 mount, is available separately.
The Pico is offered in two color finishes: Mint Blue and Midnight Blue; the Mint Blue finish is one of the available style options.
The Pico contains a built-in 1500mAh lithium battery. Runtime varies with output: at 100% brightness the battery lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, while at 1% brightness it lasts approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. The light shows real-time battery level so you can monitor remaining power during a shoot.
Charge the Pico via USB-C, or connect it to an external power bank for extended use. Note: charger and power bank are not included.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Color Temperature | 2700K–7500K |
| Green–Magenta Adjustment | ±150 G/M |
| Colors | 36,000 colors (0–360° hue, 0–100% saturation) |
| Lighting Effects | 14 built-in effects |
| Light Engine | Nebula C4 (RGBW LED chips) |
| Output | 4,211 lux @ 0.3 m (5600K) |
| Color Rendering | CRI (avg): 95; TLCI (avg): 95; TM-30 Rf: 92; TM-30 Rg: 99 |
| Weight | 130 g |
| Display | 1.28-inch round display |
| Battery | 1500mAh lithium; 100% brightness ≈ 1 hr 20 min; 1% brightness ≈ 6 hr 30 min |
| Mounting | 12-step flip yoke (30° intervals); magnetic base; 1/4"-20 mount; cold shoe adapter included |
| Charging | USB-C (charger and power bank not included) |
Question: How long will the Pico run on a single charge?
Answer: The Pico uses a built-in 1500mAh battery. At 100% brightness it runs about 1 hour and 20 minutes, and at 1% brightness it can run about 6 hours and 30 minutes. The display shows real-time battery level so you can plan recharging.
Question: Can I mount the Pico to a camera or tripod?
Answer: Yes. The Pico includes a cold shoe adapter with a 1/4"-20 mount and also has an integrated 1/4"-20 mounting point for tripods, stands, or ball heads. You can also use the magnetic base for quick attachment to metal surfaces.
Question: Is remote control available?
Answer: Yes. The Pico has built-in Bluetooth and supports wireless control and firmware updates via the Nanlink App 2.0.
Question: What color and effect options does the light offer?
Answer: The Pico covers 2700K–7500K for white light and ±150 green-magenta adjustment for fine color correction. It provides 36,000 colors with full hue and saturation control plus 14 built-in lighting effects. The Nebula C4 engine ensures refined white light and consistent color tones.