Neewer CM28 Review, incredible at twice the price.
Is the Neewer CM28 the best wireless Lav Mic kit available?
In this Neewer CM28 review we are going to have a serious look at not just its rich feature list but also its performance and if it really is the best wireless Lav Mic kit available today for the money.
CM28Features.
- Portable charging case to both store and charge your wireless lav kit while on the go.
- 4GB of builtin memory in each of the mics which can give you up to 10 hours of uncompressed 48khz WAV file recordings on each mic!
- One-touch noise cancelling technology and wow does that work…. you can see it for yourself in my video below.
- 200M range between mic and receiver.
- Multiple connection modes via 3.5mm cable, USB C or Lightning connection so it will connect to your phone, tablet computer, audio recorder or camera in seconds with the accessories supplied.
- Multiple attachment points for the mic via magnetic mount or clip on system.
- Mic windshields also supplied in the kit.
CM28 Price.
Speaking of money the Neewer CM28 currently retails for $139.00 on the Neewer official website and the good news here is Neewer has given me a 21% off discount code HAYES21 to crazily save you even more money off this awesome kit.
If you purchase the CM28 via my affliate links or with my discount code I may make a slight commission but it doesn’t cost you anything in fact you can save money with my coupon code 🙂 So thanks for supporting my channel.
Audio Quality
The best way to demonstrate the audio quality is for you to listen to my video above where I show you a studio recording, an externalo recordning in high winds and in the same high winds with one-touch noise reduction switched on.
The studio recording was of course perfect with good quality crystal clear vocals bing recorded.
The external recording in high winds with the wind shield attached worked very well but the one-touch noise reduction performed sheer miracles in those conditions with the audio quality being very good.
A slight word of warning here though is only use the One-touch noiuse reduction when it’s needed, as otherwise the mic will try to reduce noise that isn’t there and often times will clip your voice slightly. So One-touch is fantastic when needed when you don’t need it don’t use it.
Build Quality
Like all the other Neewer products now this unit could very well pass for a mic that’s three times its price, the mics feel solid, some bit robust and very well made and yet still very lightweight.
The receiver is exactly the same and the charging case with its builtin battery is again a quality product.
The adptors supplied for lighting and usbc ports are also very well made with no wiggle to them at all.
As per usual it’s top marks for Neewer here as they always seem to produce the goods for ridiculous prices. Neewer in my mind are the DJI of 5 years ago now and they are going to rise very fast indeed.
Review Conclusion
The Neewer CM28 mics are amazing plain and simple, if you where on the fence about whether you should buy them or not then just do it, you won’t regret it and you can thank me later.
You can buy the Neewer CM28 Mic on Amazon here or you can also get it on the Neewer website here.
See you out there,
Kieran.
My Neewer Q3 review this is awesome.
My 2024 Neewer Q3 review (latest version)
Hello and welcome to my Neewer Q3 review, this review is based on the updated version of the Q3 strobe. The Neewer Q3 flash or strobe is packed with incredible features like the 200 watt output in a small highly portable form factor with over 500 full power flashes from a single charge, HSS up to 1/8000th of a second and more, crazily it costs less than $200.-, how is that even possible?
I have been using the Neewer Q3 now for several months and it has been faultless on every single shoot I have taken it on, I am loving it more and more with every day.
I frequently paired it with my Neewer Q4 flash and my Neewer Z2 strobe, in fact, I have used them all together on a good few occasions now with the Neewer QPro wireless trigger to control them and it has worked beautifully.
Neewer Q3 Price.
Before I get into the tech specs let’s talk about the price first…. Now being able to buy this unit for under $200.- is incredible but the completely nuts part is Neewer has given me a 21% off discount code HAYES21 that gives you another 21% off all their products worldwide so you can buy the Q3 for roughly around $165.- the last time I checked.
The Neewer Q3 comes in two different kits right now…
You can get it with the Q3, the light stand, the charger and the battery or you can also buy it with a small diffuser in the kit for roughly about $20.- more.
Check both the Amazon and Neewer website below before you buy as they frequently have offers and that way you will get the best price possible.
If you purchase the Q3 via my affiliate links or with my discount code I may make a slight commission but it doesn’t cost you anything in fact you can save money with my coupon code 🙂 So thanks for supporting my channel.
I have my Neewer Q3 review video below or read on also if you want to know more.
Neewer Q3 Specifications.
- 200-watt Strobe.
- Refresh time of 0.01-1.8 seconds this varies depending on the output power of the Q3. Once you drop the output power down to 1/16th power it recycles incredibly then. Using a lower power setting makes the Q3’s recycling time feel like it’s nearly instant.
- 500 full power flashes from a full charge. The battery will last a lot longer on lower output settings then.
- Modeling light built-in although this is a very low-power light.
- High-speed sync at up to 1/8,000th of a second.
- Works with the Neewer wireless Q system.
- 5600k +-200k colour temperature.
- TTL compatible with Nikon i TTL, Canon E TTL and Sony TTL automatic flash systems.
- Full support for flash exposure compensation.
- Manual Output user selected power, First/second curtain synchronization, Supports S1, S2 mode.
What’s in the box with the Neewer Q3
The Q3 itself of course which is a nice soft grey colour and it also has a nice rubbery coating on the case, that just gives you a bit more grip on the light itself which is never a bad thing.
The light bracket/handle screws onto the base of the Q3 and can then be mounted on a light stand or you can also use it as a handle for the unit itself, again the rubber grip here is nice.
The battery which as I mentioned above is a nice capacity but you can also get spares if you need them.
Finally, we have the charging base and the power supply to charge the battery.
Check out my Neewer MS150C review here where I talk you through this 150-watt ultra-portable RGB video light and how it has worked for me.
With wireless control via the Neewer App and battery powering options all for under $300.- it’s one of the best portable RGB lights out there.
Neewer Q3 and why I love it.
The Neewer Q3 has a guide number of 58 and it can deliver up to 500 full power flashes per charge, this is completely incredible when you think it can still fit in your pocket, I just love that so very much.
Speaking of 500 full power flashes a point to note here is if you use a lower output power the battery will keep going for you then. On lower power settings the flash won’t be using as much power so the battery lasts a lot longer.
You can of course buy spare batteries for the Q3 on the Neewer website at a reasonable price if you need extra batteries if you are power mad :-).
The ability to shoot in HSS mode at up to 1/8000th of a second is fantastic again when you are shooting in bright daylight as it’s really going to help you battle direct sunlight and remove that harsh overhead lighting.
The Q3 has a recycling time of between 0.01-1.8 seconds depending on the output power of course. When you are shooting at around 1/16th power or 1/32nd power the recycling time is very fast as you can see in my video above and when you drop the output power even lower it’s even faster.
Once you go up to 1/8th power it slows down slightly and takes slightly longer to recharge, at 1/4 power it recycles roughly about 1/10th of a second and at 1/2 power it’s in and around the 1-second mark and at full power, it takes around 1.8 seconds to recycle. Again I show that in more detail in the video above which is divided into chapters so you can find the information you want quickly.
As you can see it has 8 power levels varying from 1/128th power up to full power.
The Q3 can be very easily controlled by the Neewer Q Pro wireless trigger so you can also pair it with the Q4 or Z2 flashes if you want. The Q3 has 32 channels and 5 groups so setting up multi-strobe shoots is no issue at all and you can easily assign them to different output powers for the exact look you want.
Neewer Q3 vs Godox AD200 Pro
Now, I know a lot of people will be comparing this to the Godox AD 200 Pro as let’s face it they are practically the same unit. The Neewer Q3 is a good bit cheaper at $165.- while the Godox AD 200 Pro is currently retailing for around $299.- on Amazon so for nearly half the price the Q3 is a complete steal.
The Godox ad200 Pro also has a recycling time of 1.8 seconds like the Q3 but in saying that the Godox also has a fresnel lens which ups the GN number to 52 but if you use diffusers as I do then that renders that useless.
So all in all the Neewer Q3 is a lot cheaper and offers much the same features apart from bare bulb mode of course.
You can read my Neewer TL60 review here where I talk you through all the features of this awesome Light Tube.
With two hours of battery life on full power output, RGB, wireless control and a colour picker in app this light is fantastic value for money.
Size
But more importantly, the feature I love about this flash is its size and how it can easily slide into your pocket (ok you might need big pockets) or into the top of your camera bag or a side pocket of the bag, which all means there is no reason not to have it with you at all times then.
It’s also very light and when you think of the power this unit can deliver there are very few flashes around that can compete with output power for its ultra-small footprint.
Review Conclusion
The Neewer Q3 is very bright, ultra-portable and incredibly value for money, so, for me and my photography, it’s a massive yes for this amazing little strobe. The Q3 is an incredible tool to have in my camera bag and I know I keep saying this about Neewer products but at twice the price this strobe would still be a good buy.
See you out there,
Kieran.
If you are looking for wireless Lav mics then I highly recommed you check out my Neewer CM28 review here.
These mics are fantastic for vlogging and interview use. The one-touch noise reduction works incredibly well in noisy or windy conditions and the fact they are cheap doesn’t hurt either.
My Neewer Q3 review this is awesome. 2024
Hello and welcome to my Neewer Q3 review, this review is based on the updated version of the Q3 strobe. The Neewer Q3 flash or strobe is packed with incredible features like the 200 watt output in a small highly portable form factor with over 500 full power flashes from a single charge, HSS up to 1/8000th of a second and more, crazily it costs less than $200.-, how is that even possible?
4.7
Pros
- 200 watt output
- 500 Full power flashes
- Small size and weight
- Great Price
Neewer MS150C Review
My in depth Neewer MS150C Review
Hello and welcome to my Neewer Ms150C review where I run you through how this RGB video light has worked for me, its specs and a few things you might not know about this ultra portable RGB video light from Neewer.
Including did you know you can powered it from a V-mount battery or NPF batteries? It’s a full RGB light and it can be fully controlled via the Neewer App to name just a few of it’s perks, so come on, let’s get into this Neewer MS150c review and I will talk you through my experiences with it.
MS150C Price.
Now, before we get into the review as per usual the first thing I always look at is price and the MS150C is a real bargain considering it retails for $329.99 but better again Neewer have given me a 21% off discount code HAYES21 which brings the price down to just $269.69 and that is just stupidly low.
Sometimes there are even better deals on at Amazon (here) where they have 30% off.
So, for price the Neewer MS150C just can’t be beaten but lets have a look at its features and performance now to see if they can deliver also.
I have affiliate links and discount codes in this Neewer MS150C review so if you purchase via one of them I may get a slight commission but it doesn’t cost you anything, so thank you for supporting my website and Youtube channel.
You can read on or watch my full Neewer MS150C review video below.
Neewer MS150C Specs lists
- 150 watt RGB light ouput.
- 81,300 Lux @ 0.5m
- Ultra compact size
- 2 mount options with a Bowens mount or also the smaller Neewer mount option now too.
- Full wireless control via the Neewer app.
- Weighs only 700 grams.
- Three powering options with mains V-mount battery or NPF battery powering options also.
- Ultra quiet operation with 3 fan modes.
- CRI 97+ and TLCI 98+
- 17 Special effects modes
- Full RGB range
- Colour temp from 2,700K – 6,500K
Neewer MS150C Size and weight
The neewer MS150C seems truly tiny especially when you consider it’s a 150 watt RGB video light. When I opened the box for the first time it caught me by suprise how compact this light is. Even when you look at the carrying case size it’s almost half the size of my SmallRig RC120 video light and that’s just 120 watt output. Heck even the Godox light I have here is a good bit bigger than it.
That all makes this video light ideal as a carry around light and while you might think ah sure look at this cute little thing, that all changes when youswitch it on and this tiny little thing enters beast mode and shines brighter than the rest can. So don’t be fooled this light truly means business.
Speaking of the carry case I guess it’s time to talk about what elese you get in the box…
What’s in the box?
There is a really nice carrying case included with the kit, this case is very well padded and really helps to protect the light when transporting it.
Then you have the Neewer Mount to Bowens Mount adaptor, this adaptor means the light will work perfectly on both the New Neewer mount and the Bowens mount. I will get into a lot more detail about that in a few minutes.
Then there is the light stand bracket which screws onto the base of the MS150C so it can be mounted on a light stand but it also doubles as a comfortable handle for when you are hand holding the light.
Then of course you have the instruction booklet and the power supply, the power supply has a nice long cord on it which is a nice bonus.
Light Modifier mounting options.
With the MS150C you have the option of using either the new Neewer mount or the traditional Bowens mount via the supplied adaptor.
The adaptor really does make the MS150C feel like it has a proper Bowens mount on it as default, this is not some cheap little fiddly adaptor, this is a very solid unit with no wiggle in it and it genuinely feels like it’s part of the light and not an extra adaptor.
So, don’t worry this unit is fully compatible with any bowens mount light modifiers you may already have.
The new Neewer mini Bowens mount if you could call it that, is just a neater more compact mount you have the option of using if you want.
These mounts are great as it means your modifiers aren’t as bulky then too. So another nice space saving there too.
MS150C Build Quality.
Now, holding the light for the first time I was surprised at how solid it felt, especially given its ridiculously cheap price. This unit really does punch well above its pay grade regarding build quality and even now writing this review it still blows my mind how well its made.
The mesh housing is very solid and as you can see in the photo further below it was designed with both optimal passive cooling in mind and body strength. I have a full section on cooling later on as that’s an important part of this light.
The light controls feel fluid and yet solid, the buttons are positive yet responsive and the display is crisp and sharp.
All in all there is very little to complain about as regards build quality in the light itself and again the Light stand or bracket is super comfortable to hold if you are hand holding this light for any length of time you will really appreciate its ergonomics and the nice rubber like grip on the handle.
It has to be a 10/10 for build quality for the MS150C.
I have a few other Neewer reviews you might be interested in here…
Neewer Q3 review, a 200Watt awesome speedlight for just $165.-
Neewer TL60 RGB tube light, 2 hour battery life and wireless control for less than $200.-
Neewer CM28 Lav Mics, these mics are just criminally good…
So who is the Neewer MS150C video light for?
Well, anyone that wants 150 watts of power in a super compact form factor with multipe powering options and remote opertion via the Neewer App, with the other plus being it weighs only 700 grams.
The 3 powering options for MS150C really open this light up to run and gun uses where you can power it via the supplied mains power supply which incidentally has a nice long cable on it.
You can power the MS150 via a V-mount battery with a Neewer NC010 D-TAP to DC cable or you can also use via two NPF batteries via the Neewer PS010E adaptor plate.
Its size and weight are also a huge advantage if you are using it via a long boom arm where the wireless control help a lot also also.
Battery light output power… A point to note here is that due to the lower input voltage the output power of the MS150C drops from a max of 135 watt output to 93 watts. This is due to the lower input voltage of the battery packs.
Ms150c Fan noise and Cooling
Having 150 watts in such a small body would normally present a lot of heat problems but Neewer have done an amazing job with the MS150C to counter act this.
The first step was the design of the external case and this really nice mesh design helps to clear out as much heat as possible from the unit passively, then there is an ultra quiet fan with three different power settings which when on the lowest setting truly is ultra quiet, more about that later.
Next we have the external power supply and this helps to reduce heat being built up in the unit, having this external power supply helps to cut down on the MS150C’s physical weight if you are and holding it or using it on a long boom arm, where the light has to be extent out a good distance, the lower weight is going to really help you here.
Fan noise and the three fan mode… Intelligent, High speed and Low speed are the three different options and as the name more or less implies if you pick High Speed the fan noise is going to be at its loudest, it’s still not that loud though and if you want to hear if for yourself then check out my video below where I run you through how loud it is in all modes.
Low speed then will limit the output power but keep fan noise to a minimum.
Intelligent will then give you the best of both worlds and keep the fan running at low speeds when it’s not needed and then kick into high speed mode when the output power increases.
Intelligent mode would normally be the mode most people go for and in all honestry this would be the norm for most cooling applications in any electronics but sometimes you really do want as little nosie as possible in your scene so Low Speed could also be perfect for you then.
Controlling the Neewer MS150C
You have two different ways of controlling the MS150C, the first being the standard way which involves using the super simple manual controls on the back of the light where you can adjust all your video light setting and of course you can see the setting on the large LCD display.
Or you can use the Neewer app to remotely control the light and balance your lighting set up in seconds, this is incredibly handy for solo shooters or if you are shooting a scene where the lighting isn’t easily accessible, like with long boom arms or jamed up close to a wall or backdrop for instance.
You can tweek your settings to perfection via the app and see the results instantly then on camera.
Using the app is very easy, simply download it, open it up and pair the light and you can create the look you want in seconds.
Review Conclusion
My Neewer MS150C review conclusion has to be a very positive one as what’s not to love about this light it’s… compact, lightweight, powerful, RGB, wireless control, special effects, its build quality is great and best of all it’s crazy cheap. The wireless control and ease of use make this RGB video light a pure joy to use and it is now in my gear bag at all times.
If you are thinking about buying this video light then stop thinking and just go for it. I have been buying Neewer products for a long time now and their performnace for the price you pay just continues to blow me away.
See you out there,
Kieran.
Neewer MS150C Review : The best sub $300 RGB video light
My indepth Neewer MS150C Review and my thoughts on this light after using it for a few months now including what I love about it including the price.
4.9
Neewer TL60 Review, Can it really be this good?
My indepth Neewer TL60 Review
Hello and welcome to my Neewer TL60 review and in my video review above I walk you through everything you need to know about the Neewer TL60 tube light and why I think this has to be the best sub $200.- tube light available today. So let’s look at it’s amazing feature list first.
Neewer TL60 features and specifications.
I run you through all the features and special effects in the video above as well as show you how to work the Tube light via the Neewer App to of course.
- Neewer TL60 features…
- 2 hour battery life at full output power.
- 20 watt LED light giving 1,730 Lux at 0.5M.
- Wireless Control via the Neewer app.
- Manual controls.
- 36,000 Colours to choose from.
- Colour picker touchpad on the rear for fast colour changes.
- 18 Special effects.
- Can be horizontally or vertically mounted.
- DMX control and Infinity Mesh control.
- It’s price then too of course which is a steal.
All those specifications are great and don’t worry we will be diving into them in a bit more detail later on but for now lets have a look at the price…
Neewer TL60 Price
At the time of writing this Neewer TL60 review this tube light was retailing at just under $200.- which is a fantastic price but the good news doesn’t end there… The crazy part is with my Neewer discount code HAYES21 you get another 21% off that price bringing it down to around $158.- which is a pure steal for a tube light of this quality.
There are also massive deals to be had on Amazon and the Neewer website at times that drop 30% off the price so be sure to check both of their prices before you purchase and get the best deal possible.
If you purchase the Neewer TL60 via my affliate links or with my discount code I may make a slight commission but it doesn’t cost you anything in fact you can save money with my coupon code 🙂 So thanks for supporting my channel.
What’s in the box with the Neewer TL60
The Neewer TL60 comes packed in a very nice padded carry case (inside the box) which not only holds the light and accesories but also adds a nice layer of protection to the unit itself…
The following accessories are also included…
A Power adaptor and power cord, the light clip mounting bracket, a network cable for the DMX control and a hanging wire.
TL60 Power supply and charging
The Neewer TL60 has a battery life of 2 hours on full brightness thanks to its large 3,000 mah battery and it’s super easy to charge again of course via its dc power adaptor.
I have found the charging time to be roughly arround an hour and a half when the light is not being used and this brings us back to that power adaptor again and why Neewer didn’t go for USB charging and wouldn’t that have been a nicer system?
Well, yes of course it would and that is the only slight negative I can see in this light but wait let’s look at why they didn’t do that…
The reason is so you can use it while you are charging it via mains, the 20 volt mains adaptor has enough power to keep this light running all and also charge the battery at the same time.
Now when you consider this is a super bright 60cm tube light that negative just became a big positive.
If you are looking for a high powered portable flash then check out my Neewer Q3 review here or watch my full review video if you prefer.
With a 200-Watt output and over 500 full power flashes this strobe is a sure thing for your camera bag.
Neewer TL60 Build Quality
Now the first thing you will notice about the TL60 is the build quality and yes I know I am like a broken record talking about Neewer products and how they could easily sell for twice the price but it’s so very true. The build quality of this light is just great it really feels like a top quality product and something that could take a small bit of abuse while being carried around in its case, just don’t use it as a light saber ok 🙂
I have always liked Neewer products and I have been buying them for years now I currently have about 30 to 40 of their products scattered around my studio and they have always delivered for me and the price to performance ratio is staggeringly good, the super bright TL60 light wand is no exception to that either.
Check out my Neewer MS150C RGB video light review here or watch my review video if you prefer.
I walk you through the TL60’S more powerful bigger brother and all its features.
The MS150C has a 150 watt output and can be battery powered. It also has wirelesss control via the Neewer App
TL60 output power
Now, speaking of brightness the TL60 has a 20 watt output giving you 1,730 Lux @0.5m from a portable light with a two hour battery life that’s amazing.
I have used this light now for multiple purposes and it’s super bright and easy to use. It might not be bright enought for a key light depending on the scene but it functions perfectly as a fill light or background light.
One of my long term uses for this light will be to replace the two smaller rgb lights I have lighting up the background on my YouTube set.
Having just a single light and being able to again control it via the app is going to be great.
If you need more time or power from your light then I highly recommend you check out the Neewer MS150C video light review here as you can also power that via v-mount batteries and mains and yes it can be controlled via the app also.
Mounting the TL60 light tube.
So, what are the practicallitites of using this light? Well, it has two mounting options with the in built 1/4 inch mounting point built into the base of the light wand and you also have the light clip that simply clips over the tube and you can mount that bon a tripod mount again or a light stand also.
If you are using the light clip then you can also use the hanging wire and thread it through the light clip and hand the Light Tube from a support or horizontal pole etc…
Using it on a boom arm is again very easy then as the unit itself is lightweight and you can adjust it via the app so it’s great for uses like that. The long battery life helps a lot there as does the fast that the power adaptor has a good long cable on it. Overall this light is highly versatile and very easy to position.
Ease of use
Conclusion
The Neewer TL60 is a fantastic tube light, with plenty of power for most fill light and background lighting applications, with the 2 hour full power battery life then it really has to be the best sub $200 tube light you can buy today. I was blown away by how well built it was especially considering the crazy cheap price it’s selling for, it really shouldn’t be this good and it’s putting a lot on lights nearly twice its price.
In short this Neewer TL60 review conclusion is a massive thumbs up and this tube light is staying as part of my kit and there is no way it’s going back to ye Neewer, sorry, now but errr it went missing in the post 🙂
See you out there,
Kieran.
The Neewer CM28 Lav Mics review here, are an exceptionally good set of Lav mics with windshields, a portable charging case and one-touch noise reduction.
These mics are ideal for vlogging or interview work.
Neewer TL60 Review : Best Tube light under $200.-
In this Neewer TL60 Review I talk you through why I believe this is the best Tube Light available today for under $200.- crazily its only $158.-
4.7
Pros
- 2 hour battery life at full power
- wireless control
- Colour picker
- Amazing price point
Neewer CM28 Review, incredible at twice the price.
Neewer CM28 review, these Lav Mics are exceptional.
In this Neewer CM28 review we are going to have a serious look at not just its rich feature list but also its performance and if it really is the best wireless Lav Mic kit available today for the money.
4.7
Pros
- One-touch Noise reduction
- Crystal clear audio
- Charging case
- winshields supplied.
Neewer CM28 review, these Lav Mics are exceptional.
In this Neewer CM28 review we are going to have a serious look at not just its rich feature list but also its performance and if it really is the best wireless Lav Mic kit available today for the money.
4.7
Pros
- One-touch Noise reduction
- Crystal clear audio
- Charging case
- winshields supplied.