This powerful Ulanzi LT028 40W light is on sale $80 for Cyber Monday

With so many portable, continuous LED lights on the market, it takes a lot to stand out from the crowd. The Ulanzi LT028 40W Portable LED Video Light does just that, though, thanks to its simple, compact, and lightweight design with built-in battery that can last hours.  

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I personally have boxes full of lights collecting dust. But this little light has become my go-to when I need to illuminate subjects or objects.

At 1 pound, the LT028 is highly portable despite the fact that it doesn’t fit in a pocket like smaller, flat LED panels. The LT028’s body is practically a cube, with a Mini Bowens mount reflector that pops out one side. It comes with a silicone cover that softens the light. Or you can add additional optional Mini Bowens-compatible light modifiers, including an external mini reflector, mini diffuser, and mini softbox. 

Two things make this light stand out from the crowd. For one, it outputs 13,260 lux brightness at 0.5 meters and greater than CRI 95. This means you can get more light than the typical flat panel LED light that mounts on top of your camera or on a tripod or light stand. Plus, this model has a built-in high-capacity 3,400mAh battery that lasts for up to 5 hours at minimum brightness, 75 minutes at maximum brightness. The built-in battery makes this light great for use indoors or outdoors, since you’re free to place the light anywhere without the constraints of wires and outlets. 

The light has an LCD and control dial at back. You can adjust brightness and color temperature (from 2,500K to 6,500K), or pick from among eight lighting effects modes. At the bottom of the light is a standard 1/4-inch threaded hole so you can mount the light on a tripod or light stand. 

The compact yet powerful Ulanzi LT028 40W Portable LED Video Light is a great light to have in your toolbox. And right now you can save $20 at Amazon during Cyber Monday.