Get camera-ready: These 5 LED light rings can drastically improve your video calls—starting at just $12
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If you’re like us, you’ve been making way more video calls than usual lately on FaceTime, Zoom, Google Hangouts, and Skype. This “new normal” for staying connected to others while social distancing is also bringing to light new etiquette rules.
For instance, everyone can see your face during a video call, so it’s important to look presentable even though you’re lounging at home; this is especially true in a professional setting. Part of perfecting your presence is finding the best light source that complements your appearance.
Natural light from a window or door is best, but if that’s not possible, then an LED light ring can provide a diffused and flattering glow. In the process, it can eliminate dark shadows on your face and just make you look warmer and brighter.
Here are five LED light rings that can drastically improve your video calls.
ZDM LED Selfie Ring Light
Let there be light: The ZDM LED Selfie Ring Light Camera uses a six-inch ring of light to brighten up your video calls, plus three light modes with a whopping 11 levels of brightness. It’s even dimmable, so you can get your light source just right.
And best of all, it’s powered via USB, so you don’t have to plug it into a wall outlet when you’re making a video call with your laptop. It also works with USB adaptors, if you’re making a video call with your smartphone. The ring light comes with a adjustable and durable all-metal tripod and smartphone holder that rotates a full 360 degrees.
Right now, it’s on sale for $28, or $19 off at Light In The Box. That’s a savings of 41 percent.
Flashpoint 13-inch Vlogger Ring Light
Shed some new light on your video calls. If you’re looking for something a little bit bigger, this Flashpoint Vlogger Ring Light features a 13-inch ring that’s large enough for point-and-shoot or DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras. It delivers continuous power that produces soft lighting for less shadows when in use. This ring light—which is also dimmable and tiltable—is just as suited to professional “vloggers” as it is to everyday video calls too. It also comes with a handy carrying case.
You can pick up the Flashpoint 13-inch Vlogger Ring Light for just $50, or $70 off at Adorama.
Smith-Victor 19-inch LED Ring Light
On sale for $120 (was $170), the Smith-Victor LED Ring Light features a massive 19-inch ring that’s ideal for professional and aspiring photographers and videographers, while its LED light delivers a nearly shadowless appearance that’s flattering for just about any skin tone or type. It’s dimmable, so it can go from 10 percent to 100 percent light with just a flick of a switch. This ring light also comes with a heavy-duty padded carrying case for storage and portability.
GlowMe 2.0 USB Rechargeable LED Selfie Ring Light
Want a better light source for your laptop? The GlowMe 2.0 USB Rechargeable LED Selfie Ring Light is a compact and portable light ring that securely clips onto your laptop’s webcam, so you can have a pop of bright light for video calls. It features four levels of brightness, while it charges with micro-USB.
In fact, this light ring even comes with a micro-USB to USB-A cable in the box, so you can have better looking video calls as soon as you get your hands on it.
e.l.f. Glow on the Go Selfie Light
If you want to take the perfect selfie or look better on FaceTime or Google Hangouts on-the-go, the e.l.f. Glow on the Go Selfie Light might be a better fit for you since it’s designed for smartphones and tablets. Its 3.3-inch ring runs on two AA batteries, while it even has three levels of brightness and features 36 mini-LED bulbs built-in. Not bad for just $12.
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