Elgato Key Light Mini Review

Rating: 8.5.

Today we are taking a look at the Elgato Key Light Mini, the smallest and cheapest of Elgato's Key Light panel range coming in at £89.99 in the UK. Offering an 800 lumen output, the light itself isn't as bright as the others in the family, but just how suitable is it for streaming and content creation?

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:52 Some details
01:58 Packaging / back plate implementation
03:00 Build Quality / sizing / weight
04:09 Design / buttons / charge / battery
06:57 Indicators / app reliance
07:55 LED’s and details
08:52 Testing brightness
10:54 Elgato App
12:40 Closing Thoughts

Specifications:

• Weight: 300g
• Metal chassis with magnetic mounting
• 1/4″ thread mount for light stands/tripods
• 800 lumens (adjustable)
• 2900 – 7000k colour range
• CRI > 94 %
• Battery: 3.7 V, 4000 mAh LiPo
• USB-C, fast charge up to 3 A, 5 V
• 14.7cm x 10cm x 1.7cm / 5.79 x 3.93 x 0.67 in
• Button lifetime: 60mln (Kailh switches)
• Wifi: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz, 802.11 a/b/g/n
• In the Box: Key Light Mini, USB-C to USB-A Cable, Quick Start Guide

The Elgato Key Light Mini retails for £89.99 and you can get it from Overclockers UK HERE.

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Pros

• Flattering soft light without a huge softbox.
• 800 lumens brightness was more than enough in my test.
• Easy to use the app.
• Can control from multiple devices if on the same network.
• Jog wheel has good resistance to prevent accidental changes.
• Lightweight with high-quality construction.
• Bi-colour mode to enable cool or warm environments.

Cons

• We didn't hit advertised battery life claims.
• No stepless dimming (essential for professional work).
• 90 degree USB cable would obstruct the magnetic connection.

KitGuru says: For £89.99 this portable key light offers great soft light and reasonable brightness, enough to light my full review video. I have no doubts this will be a reliable addition to any streaming set up.

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