Elgato Ring Light vs Key Light vs Key Light Air [Review and Comparison]

This is the ultimate buyer's guide for Elgato's Lights. I review Elgato's latest light, the Ring Light. I compare and demonstrate its performance in various lighting conditions to the Key Light and Key Light Air. I also demonstrate its features and convenience factor.

Differences: 0:31
Performance: 1:30
Chroma Key / Green Screen Performance: 4:46
Features and Convenience: 5:58
Verdict: 8:30

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[BadIntentStreamTechReviews]

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[flamingcheetz]

This was honestly one of the most straight forward and helpful reviews I've seen. Thank you!

[deflectoronline]

I have a key light that I bounce of the wall at 100% during online streaming. It adds even lighting without hurting my eyes.

[brucet]

Appreciate the effort into making these videos - keep going

[MichaelW.]

Thank you for the comparison! I spotted a something to improve on your comparisons. The Key Lights output 2700 lm at maximum, while the Key Light Air output 1400 lm at maximum. The ring light outputs 2500 lm at maximum. Both, the Key Light and Key Light air will represent a brighter light source than the Ring Light. Which I expect to be slightly bigger in light producing area than the Key Light. So yea, using one key light isn’t sensible.

And like you said: The Key Light and Key Light Air are not meant to be used head on. This would make you look flat, missing smooth shadows. The Light is coming at an angle naturally, using the Ring Light somewhat close. But for a green screen you need at least two lights but professional setups have more like 4 to 5 lights. (And the green screen much farther away, I might add)

[ckickstart]

I was considering rocking the two key light air setup before watching this but I’m now sold on the ring light. Cheaper option AND I needed the desk clamp option since I don’t have much desk space. The only thing holding me back from the key light air was the complaints about connectivity issues and the physical buttons on the ring light was the selling point for me. Going to try it out🙌🏼

[xshowtime_]

Very very nice video dude! Greetings from Germany!

[fjordstrom]

Awesome you also added a green screen test!! Thanks!

[saundobeaumont]

Excellent review matey, you've demonstrated how practical each light is in such an easy way. Im subscribing! look forward to more of your reviews.

[sunnyschramm]

DUDE, that was the best video to lights for streaming out there! <3

[Xcomleague]

Hey, pal. Your reviews one of the best in internet! Really. You told about items very detailed and understandable! THANK YOU SO MUCH! Just keep going and I wish one million subscribers to you!

[vintijtv]

Great video, man. Exactly what I needed. Though I knew the verdict before the end just by seeing that ring light reflected in your glasses more often than the other two. lol

[ultramarsx]

Super helpful! I’ve been on the fence but knowing that I’d only need one ring light for even lighting + it’ll be more gentle on my eyes I’ll likely go with that :D

[michaelbrandow]

Thanks so much for the thoughtful layout of this video. no bs just straight to the point! Really appreciate the thoughtful reviews!

[SpiffyPenguin]

Suuuuper helpful, you helped me make the jump! I've had the elgato keylight original for years but I think I'll switch to the ring light! I've always liked the soft halo effect of ringlights and I DEFINITELY complain about the keylight's aggressive brightness in my eyes every stream.

[nywa]

Love your presentation style and visual comparisons!

[Radhaugo]

Thanks for the video.
FYI, audio is just as important for YouTube.
I would consider sound treatment and a USB mic at the very least.

[davieslm]

Thanks. Just what I needed. I think the Airs are the best looking with a pair of desk clamp mounts but then thats an extra 89EUR delivered with coupon. After seeing your video I may also try the ring light.

[connorkristiansen]

Your an underrated YouTuber I learned a lot from this video

[Jamibi]

Absolutely great video. insanely well presented and i got the information i needed!

Thanks!