Backscatter Macro Wide Video Light MW-4300 | The Best Underwater Video Light

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The Ultimate Compact Video Light for Macro, Wide, and Snooting
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The Backscatter Macro Wide 4300 Video Light is the ultimate video light for any video or photo shooter. Its compact size is great for travel, its versatile for macro and wide shooters, and offers practical signaling options usable on any dive that goes way beyond a simple SOS pattern.
The 4300-lumen wide beam is great for compact camera shooters looking for a small compact light that has a bright output for wide angle video.
The 1400-lumen macro beam has been tailor-made for macro video shooters for all levels, from GoPro and compact all the way to full-frame SLR and cinema.
Photographers looking for a focus light have plenty of power, plus a red mode for night time to avoid spooking critters and ruining the shot.
Divemasters and guides will love the Alert and Beacon modes to get a diver's attention and to mark off locations on a night dive.
Wide angle shots captured with Canon EOS R5.
Macro shots captured with Sony A7S III.
Jump to a section:
0:00 - Intro/Overview
2:03 - The Ultimate Macro Video Light
6:30 - 4300 Lumens for Wide Angle
6:58 - Calibrated Color Temperature
7:14 - Red Mode for Stealth
7:35 - Alert & Beacon Modes
8:30 - Color Filter System
9:49 - Always Ready with Interchangeable Batteries
10:50 - Double O-Rings & Battery Protection
11:27 - Easy Control Set
11:49 - Conclusion
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@NURSENOMADICRx 3 жыл бұрын

very nice set up

@erikdlarson Жыл бұрын

Great light! What are the CRI values for macro and wide angle? Also, what is the diameter of the front of the light (i.e. for adding an ambient light filter)?

@keepitsimple64 3 ай бұрын

I use this 4300 light with my Olympus TG6 camera. I get a orange hotspot in my pics. I wish I could find a light diffuser cap to soften the light up. Any ideas?

@edwin.everywhere 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using these lights for almost a year now and now that I have paired it with the GoPro 10 my content hasn’t gotten even better. I have noticed that when I’m using them at depth where there’s less natural light the whites get a red tint that is super hard to take out on post. I’m assuming that this is because of the camera trying to white balance. Should I use blue filters to avoid this?

@backscatteruw 2 жыл бұрын

Are you shooting with a filter on the camera?

@alluraromel392 2 жыл бұрын

How do you secure the tray with flex arms & lights to your BCD when you need your hands (say to ascend a wreck line & hang out for your safety stop)? I don’t see any holes in the tray by the base of the flex arms to secure a handle either to facilitate handoff of the system to the dive crew. Thank you for your videos they have been very helpful.

@backscatteruw 2 жыл бұрын

Our favorite way to secure any camera system to our BCD is with this simple lanyard: www.backscatter.com/Cetacea-Housing-Coiled-Lanyard-with-Brass-Snap There are holes in the bottom of the tray to loop the lanyard through. Also, we have an updated version of this tray that is now shipping that is longer and accommodates a top-mounted rail for easier handoffs from the water: www.backscatter.com/Backscatter-Wide-Double-Handle-Tray-Arch-Package

@keepitsimple64 3 ай бұрын

I use the same lanyard, and I clip it on a D ring on the front of my BCD. In the Keys, sometimes you need both hands, sometimes two strong hands when the current is rippin, to descend down the line to the wreck. Same ascending up the ladder. Clipped on it hangs there on my BCD.

@shaunswildlife 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Can they be operated for long out of water before they overheat? What happens when they overheat?

@backscatteruw 3 жыл бұрын

They're only intended for in-water use. There is a thermal protection circuit built in to prevent damage from overheating.

@shaunswildlife 3 жыл бұрын

@@backscatteruw Thx!

@jeffdorr5363 Жыл бұрын

When using a red filter on the camera, is it recommended to use any of the blue color filters from the color filter system to help balance the reds? I generally use a red filter on camera and blue filters on video lights so that reds are captured correctly on both far and near subjects

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

The filters from the Color Filter System are not meant to balance to ambient light and don't work like that - they are just for creative colorful elements in the shot. In general though, what you are describing is accurate and you can absolutely use both a red filter on the camera and ambient light filters on video lights.

@jeffdorr5363 Жыл бұрын

@@backscatteruw thank you - do you sell an ambient light filter that would fit this video light, at least for wide angle application?

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

@@jeffdorr5363 Not at this time

@srilankandiver 2 жыл бұрын

hi, from sri lanka. i would love to purchase this lights. how may i do that ?

@backscatteruw 2 жыл бұрын

You can either order them directly from us or ask your local dive shop to become a dealer. Email us at sales@backscatter.com for any help.

@siloamsurio Жыл бұрын

Hi, when do you use one-light and two-light setup? Can I place the lights in a different tray i.e. = Nauticam? The remedy for the red mode is the color balance of the camera? How long is your delivery time if I am in the Philippines?

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

We recommend using two lights for wide angle and one for macro. The lights adapt to any arms or mounts that use 1" ball or YS style connectors. Not sure what you mean by "remedy for the red mode"? We have dealers in the Philippines, and we ship internationally every day from California. International shipping times vary depending on service selected and local customs procedure.

@siloamsurio Жыл бұрын

@@backscatteruw The red light for stealth mode, how do you make it white again? Do you use a filter or fix it in post? May I have the dealers in the Philippines? I wasn't able to see them online.

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

The red light is just for hunting or helping your camera autofocus at night using a very low power which will be overcome by the brightness of the strobe. www.f8photo.ph/

@stewartlife Жыл бұрын

What’s the weight above and in the water? Can’t seem to find the info on the spec on the website

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

Weight in air with batteries 550g/1.21lbs Weight in water with batteries 250g/0.55lbs This info is on this page, just scroll down for more details: www.backscatter.com/Backscatter-Macro-Wide-Underwater-Video-Light-MW-4300

@dylanslater83 3 жыл бұрын

Damn you guys, would you like to just keep my credit card in store?

@backscatteruw 3 жыл бұрын

Always doing our best to keep the cool stuff coming!

@johnwilliamsscuba6487 6 ай бұрын

How long does the battery last?

@backscatteruw 6 ай бұрын

We recommend changing the battery after two dives, but always having a spare set of batteries on the boat to change when needed is a smart move.

@matt_hoaglund Жыл бұрын

flex arms v.s. ball mount arms for GoPro and compact cameras? Been in this debate for a long time, there doesn't seem to be a clear pro and cons list any where on youtube.

@backscatteruw Жыл бұрын

Flex arms and less expensive, lighter, and easier to put into position quickly. They are also really squeaky and struggle to hold heavy lights. Ball mount arms can be locked into place more securely and can have buoyancy compensation added to them. They also do better with heavier lights to hold them more securely. You can always feel free to give us a call and we'll gladly discuss the options with you!

@matt_hoaglund Жыл бұрын

@@backscatteruw thank you very much for the reply!!! I will

@putraborneodiving6019 3 жыл бұрын

Im from indonesia, where can i buy it in indonesia btw?

@backscatteruw 3 жыл бұрын

You can reach out to our friends at Lembeh Resort: www.lembehresort.com/camera-services/

@putraborneodiving6019 3 жыл бұрын

@@backscatteruw Hi, I just have a MW video light 4300 and a Mini Flash backscatter, what are the settings for the TG6 camera for macro photos, wide photos, macro videos and wide videos, Thank you for your attention.