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Neewer NL-36AI Portable Bi-Color LED Video Light

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Neewer NL-36AI Portable Bi-Color LED Video Light

Name: Neewer NL-36AI Portable Bi-Color LED Video Light
Brand: Neewer
SKU: NL-36AI

★★★★★4.6 (2071 reviews)

2000mAh

Pocket-sized bi-color LED light with 97+ CRI and 8 scene modes for on-camera video and photo fill.

$21.07*

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Overview

The Neewer NL-36AI packs 36 LED beads — 18 warm and 18 white — into a remarkably small form factor measuring just 3.1 x 2.6 x 1.18 inches. Despite its pocket-friendly size, it delivers up to 800 lux at half a meter with a wide 120-degree beam angle and a CRI rating above 97, ensuring that skin tones and colors appear natural and accurate on camera. The bi-color design lets you switch between 3200K, 4100K, and 5600K color temperatures to match ambient lighting conditions, while ten brightness levels from 10% to 100% provide basic exposure control for video calls, vlogs, and close-up photography.

Beyond standard continuous lighting, the NL-36AI includes eight scene modes that simulate effects like lightning, camera flash, paparazzi strobes, and a TV flicker, adding creative options for filmmakers and content creators. The built-in 2000mAh rechargeable lithium battery charges via USB Type-C and sustains roughly 2.6 hours at full brightness, making it well-suited for mobile shooting. A soft light diffusion board is included for gentler output, and the mounting system is versatile: a 1/4-inch thread on the bottom connects to tripods or camera hot shoes, while three cold shoe mounts on the sides and top accommodate microphones and other accessories.

Key Features

【Professional Soft LED Lighting】36 high brightness LEDs (18 warm light beads + 18 white light beads), 120° beam angle, maximum illumination of 800lux at 0.5m, this portable camera light with soft light board provides softer lighting for gaming, YouTube videos, vlogs and portrait photography.

【Adjustable Brightness & Bi-Color Temperature】10 adjustable brightness levels (10%~100%), a high CRI of 97+, and the color temperature can be adjusted to 3200K (warm white), 4100K (mixed color) or 5600K (cool white). The NEEWER LED lamp offers you accurate color realization and a wide range of brightness adjustment.

【8 Scene Modes】There are 8 scene modes to meet different photography needs, including Lightning 1, Lightning 2, Lightning 3, Flash, Flash-Conference, Flash-Paparazzi, TV and SOS. It is suitable for short-distance fill light and has the best effect of being used within two meters.

【Built in Lithium Battery & Type C Port】 The built in 2000mAh rechargeable battery can be fully charged in 2.6 hours. After fully charged, the continuous lighting time is 2.6 hours (at 100% brightness). It also features a USB Type C port for convenient charging. NOTE: For optimal battery longevity, please fully charge the device before first use

【Multi-Combination & Easy to Carry】Measuring 3.1" x 2.6" x 1.18". / 8 x 6.5 x 0.3 cm, it is easy to carry. A cold mount adapter with a 1/4" female thread on the bottom allows the light to be mounted on cameras or tripods. 3 cold shoe mounts located on both sides and top allow you to attach microphones, booster lights and other shooting accessories.

Specifications

Brand

Neewer

Model

NL-36AI

LED Count

36 (18 warm + 18 white)

Beam Angle

120°

Max Illumination

800 lux at 0.5m

CRI

97+

Color Temperature

3200K / 4100K / 5600K

Brightness Levels

10 (10%–100%)

Scene Modes

8 (Lightning 1/2/3, Flash, Flash-Conference, Flash-Paparazzi, TV, SOS)

Battery

Built-in 2000mAh rechargeable lithium

Charging

USB Type-C (approx. 2.6 hours)

Runtime

Approx. 2.6 hours at 100% brightness

Dimensions

3.1 x 2.6 x 1.18 inches (8 x 6.5 x 0.3 cm)

Mounting

1/4" female thread, 3x cold shoe mounts

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Very compact at 3.1 x 2.6 x 1.18 inches, easy to slip into a pocket or camera bag
High CRI of 97+ ensures accurate and natural color reproduction
Three cold shoe mounts allow attachment of microphones and additional accessories simultaneously
USB Type-C charging is convenient and widely compatible
Eight built-in scene modes offer quick creative lighting effects without external controllers

👎 Cons

Maximum illumination of 800 lux at 0.5m limits effectiveness beyond short range
Built-in battery is not removable or swappable, so extended shoots require USB charging breaks
Only three color temperature presets rather than continuous adjustment
Brightness steps are in 10% increments, which may not allow fine-tuned control
Small panel size means the light is best suited as a fill or accent rather than a key light

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the battery last on a full charge?

The built-in 2000mAh lithium battery provides approximately 2.6 hours of continuous use at 100% brightness, and charging takes about 2.6 hours via the USB Type-C port.

Can the color temperature be adjusted?

Yes, you can switch between 3200K warm white, 4100K mixed color, and 5600K cool white to match your shooting environment.

How does the NL-36AI mount to a camera or tripod?

It includes a cold mount adapter with a 1/4-inch female thread on the bottom for cameras and tripods, plus three cold shoe mounts on the sides and top for attaching microphones or additional lights.

What are the scene modes used for?

The eight scene modes — Lightning 1, 2, 3, Flash, Flash-Conference, Flash-Paparazzi, TV, and SOS — simulate specific lighting effects for creative or practical shooting scenarios.

What is the effective range of this light?

It is designed for short-distance fill lighting and works best within two meters of the subject.