Does the CN-160 come with a battery?

No. It takes NP-F550, NP-F750 or NP-F970 Li-ion batteries, which are sold separately. Six AA batteries can be used only as an emergency fallback, with short runtime.

How long does the battery last?

NEEWER lists 60 to 80 minutes of runtime per charge. Expect less at full brightness and more when dimmed.

Can I change the color temperature?

The panel is fixed at 5600K daylight. The included orange filter brings it down to about 3200K for tungsten-matched scenes.

It produces 660 lumens and about 900 lux at 1 meter, falling to roughly 240 lux at 2 meters and 120 lux at 3 meters.

Can I mount it on a camera?

Yes. Its compact size and standard mounting suit a camera hot shoe or a small light stand, and the dimming dial keeps adjustments easy on the go.

Is it good for professional shoots?

It works well as a compact fill or accent light. For critical color work, bi-color panels with digital displays offer finer control.

Where is the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light cheapest?

At NEEWER, for $35.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings.

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Our take on the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light

The NEEWER CN-160 is a small on-camera LED panel with 160 LEDs, a dimming dial and a daylight-balanced 5600K output that drops to 3200K with the included orange filter. It runs on Sony-style NP-F550/F750/F970 batteries (not included) for roughly 60 to 80 minutes, and its ABS body weighs little enough to sit on a camera hot shoe or a small stand. Compared with newer bi-color panels it lacks a digital display and fine color control, but owners rate it highly as a cheap, bright fill light for video and photo work.

Best forVloggers and solo shooters who need a small on-camera fill lightDSLR and mirrorless owners building a low-cost lighting kitProduct and interview setups needing a compact key or fill panelShooters who already own NP-F batteries

Pros

160 LEDs give strong output for its size: 660 lm and 900 lux at 1 m
Rotary dial makes brightness changes quick and one-handed
Two filters included: diffusion plus an orange one for 3200K tungsten balance
Runs on common NP-F550/F750/F970 batteries and can fall back on AA cells in a pinch
Light and compact enough for a hot shoe or a small light stand

Cons

Batteries and charger are not included, so the real cost is higher
Runtime of 60 to 80 minutes per charge is short for long shoots
Fixed 5600K daylight output; the tungsten look depends on a gel filter
No digital display or precise color tuning like newer bi-color panels
Plastic ABS shell feels less rugged than metal-bodied rivals

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 515 ratings

Buyers rate the CN-160 4.7 out of 5 and mostly praise its brightness, simple dimming dial and value as a starter video light. The recurring complaints are the missing batteries and the short runtime.

What people mention

BrightnessPraisedOwners say the 160 LEDs put out plenty of light for close-up video and product shots.
ControlsPraisedThe single rotary dial for power and dimming is described as quick and simple to use.
BatteryCriticisedReviewers note that NP-F batteries are sold separately and that a charge lasts only about an hour.
BuildMixedThe plastic body is called light and portable but not especially rugged.
ColorMixedThe daylight output is fine, but getting warmer tones means fitting the included filter.

About the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light

The NEEWER CN-160 is a compact LED panel light with 160 LEDs. It has an ABS plastic shell. A rotary switch turns the light on and off and adjusts brightness, so the light intensity can be changed.

It comes with 2 filters, one with a spotlight effect and one with a diffusion effect. The filters lower the color temperature from 5600K to 3200K.

It runs on NP-F550, NP-F750 or NP-F970 Li-ion batteries, which are not included. Six 1.5V AA batteries can serve as emergency power at the same voltage, but battery life is short and this is not recommended. Remove the batteries when the light is not in use.

LEDs: 160
Maximum power: 9.6 W
Color temperature: 5600K (3200K with filter)
Luminous flux: 660 lm
Illumination: 900 lux at 1 m, 240 lux at 2 m, 120 lux at 3 m, 70 lux at 4 m, 40 lux at 5 m
Effective distance: 6 m / 20 ft
Runtime: 60-80 minutes
Material: ABS plastic shell
Dimensions: 141 x 62 x 150 mm
Weight: 8.57 oz
Filters: 2 (spotlight effect and diffusion effect)
Controls: Rotary switch for on/off and brightness
Compatibility: NP-F550, NP-F750, NP-F970 Li-ion batteries (not included); 6 x 1.5V AA batteries for emergency use

Questions and answers

Does the CN-160 come with a battery?: No. It takes NP-F550, NP-F750 or NP-F970 Li-ion batteries, which are sold separately. Six AA batteries can be used only as an emergency fallback, with short runtime.
How long does the battery last?: NEEWER lists 60 to 80 minutes of runtime per charge. Expect less at full brightness and more when dimmed.
Can I change the color temperature?: The panel is fixed at 5600K daylight. The included orange filter brings it down to about 3200K for tungsten-matched scenes.
How bright is it?: It produces 660 lumens and about 900 lux at 1 meter, falling to roughly 240 lux at 2 meters and 120 lux at 3 meters.
Can I mount it on a camera?: Yes. Its compact size and standard mounting suit a camera hot shoe or a small light stand, and the dimming dial keeps adjustments easy on the go.
Is it good for professional shoots?: It works well as a compact fill or accent light. For critical color work, bi-color panels with digital displays offer finer control.
Where is the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light cheapest?: At NEEWER, for $35.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the NEEWER CN-160 LED Dimmable Panel Light?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings.