PRESS RELEASE: Light and Motion Announces The Sola 600, a new benchmark for imaging lights
Monterey, CA May 20, 2010— Light & Motion is pleased to announce the shipping release of the all new Sola 600 compact imaging light. The Sola 600 stakes out a new category of lighting with its versatility. From compact cameras to DSLRs to video housings, the Sola 600 is the perfect companion for all of these underwater imaging platforms. The Sola packs a blistering 679 lumens of light for 75 minutes with a clean even beam pattern and delivers 225 lumens of red light for close-up work at night.
Berkley White of Backscatter Underwater Video and Photo, returned from his first trip with Sola and shared his impressions: "The Sola's tiny size and feather weight made it a great travel companion and added no noticeable weight to my camera rig. The Sola's quick-flip power switch was easy to operate without even looking at the light. The waterproof charging ports didn't require me to break a seal between dives, and my favorite feature was the critter-friendly red LEDs, which didn't attract the swarming sea bugs."
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The Sola 600 compact imaging light offers both white and red illumination. Photos provided by Light & Motion. |
The new 600 Lumen compact imaging light: $579
At ½ the size and weight of the Hartenberger Nano, Sola features 20% more lumens and 30% more run time. This compact imaging light will set a new standard for a powerful, easy-to-use light for both photographers and videographers. As a video light, the custom reflectors provide a remarkably even 75 degree beam. The magnetic bump switch takes a light tap to adjust white light levels or to switch to red light. Pressure tested and factory sealed, the Sola never needs to be opened. The Sola recharges in 2.5 hours with exposed gold-plated plugs in the rear of the body. The light also features a charge status indicator to help the diver manage the battery life across multiple dives.
For more information on Light & Motion's Sola 600, visit http://www.uwimaging.com or call (831) 645-1525.
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Top and side views of the Sola 600 compact imaging light. Photos provided by Light & Motion. |
About our company:
In 1989, Light & Motion developed the first high-power portable underwater lighting systems for video, in Monterey, California. Today, Light and Motion continues its leadership in high-power LED lighting
Light & Motion has been recognized for its leadership in reducing waste and emissions by recycling and utilizing alternative transportation. Light & Motion encourages consumers to return discharged batteries for safe recycling. The company is recognized by the US Congress, California State Assembly and AMBAG for outstanding and invaluable service to the community, and has received the WRAP and Green business awards for their conservation efforts, as well as receiving the 2008 California Small Business of the Year.
SOLA 600 Spec Sheet
MSRP: | $579 |
Lumens: | 600 White |
200 Red | Levels (high/medium/low): 600/300/150 |
Run Time: | 75 minutes (high) 300 minutes (low) |
Weight: | 8 oz (245 grams) |
Beam Pattern: | 75-degree even flood |
Color Temperature: | 6000 Kelvin |
Charge Time: | 2 Hours |
LED Life: | 30,000 Hours |
Dimensions (outer diameter x Length): | 2.25'' x 4" (56 mm x 102 mm) |
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Factory sealed head that never needs to be opened -
Built-in 7.4v 16 watt-hr Lithium-ion rechargeable battery -
The only compact imaging light that offers red light allowing you to focus without scaring the critters |
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Front and rear quarter views of the Sola 600 compact imaging light. Photos provided by Light & Motion. |
(First posted on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 12:30 EDT)