Light & Motion SOLA 600P | Review

Have you heard about the Light and Motion SOLA 600P?

Well, if you have any interest in taking pictures deep in the ocean, then you most certainly have.

This completely flood proof light has proven superior lumen output, is compact and lightweight, and is the only hand-held focus light with a built-in red light capable of sneaking up on even the shyest of underwater creatures.

The Sola 600P is one quarter the size of comparable focus lights on the market. It has multiple power settings and comes in a flood only light pattern. The white bulbs have a maximum lumen output of 660, while the red LED bulbs have an output of 200 lumens, making the Sola 600P one of the most advanced focus lights in its class.

There’s a magnetic static switch for control, which promptly adjusts between red and white modes with just a light tap. Diving enthusiasts have given this product excellent reviews and high praise regarding the red mode due to its ability to capture photos of underwater creatures that normally escape detection when they see the more common white LEDs approaching. Furthermore, at the moment the photo is captured, the red light is overwhelmed by the stronger white light, eliminating the red completely and allowing for a crisp, brightly lit shot.

The LED bulbs also offer an extended burn time for the battery. It has a 2 cell built-in lithium ion battery and recharges in two hours through a wall charger device and an external plug that is gold plated at the back of the light. There is no need to open the unit nor control penetrations of the cast frame body. Simply, this is a worry free gadget in terms of battery usage and burn-time. You no longer need to replace the batteries, just unplug and go.

The Three multi-function display LED’s show warnings regarding your power setting, battery level capacity, risky power levels and charge status. It has a charge status indicator to warn the user of a low charge, which is especially necessary between dives. The Sola 600 also comes with a standard one half inch lock line female base socket set to accept a similar arm. Just unscrew the fixing to fit an ultra-light arm or similar ball joint base.

The lights are self-sufficient so there’s no problem with slight submerging. A coil lock on the non-probing slide control and an automatic heat protect stoppage feature guarantees the product's safety during transport or while being stored. The focus light features a tightly taped body, so there is no need to worry about flooding.

This dense photo light will surely establish a new standard for a strong but easy to use focus light for both photographers and videographers. For video lighting, the normal mirror offers a uniquely even 75 degree beam. For roaming photographers who have the need to lower the weight of their baggage without sacrificing the quality of their equipment or photographs, the SOLA 600P is absolutely perfect. When you see it in action, you’ll be hooked.

The SOLA 600P sells for $579.00 US