The Godox LC500 Mini and LC500R Mini LED Light Sticks are compact, portable, and feature-rich lighting tools designed for creators who prioritize mobility without compromising performance. Measuring just 18 inches long and weighing approximately 1.2 pounds, both lights offer an ideal balance of size and power, making them perfect for on-the-go shooting, live-streaming, and content creation in tight or remote spaces.
At the heart of these lights is a modular, replaceable battery handle that ensures extended, worry-free shooting sessions. This innovative design not only enables quick battery swaps but also provides an ergonomic, anti-slip grip for comfortable handheld use. Whether used indoors or outdoors, the LC500 Mini and LC500R Mini are built to deliver reliability and ease of operation, even in fast-paced or handheld scenarios.
The LC500 Mini is a bi-color LED light stick, offering a color temperature range from 2500K to 8500K, which allows seamless adjustment to different ambient lighting conditions and creative intents. It delivers up to 1390 lux at 3.3 feet (5600K) from its 20-watt output, all while consuming minimal power. With a high CRI of 95 and TLCI of 96, the LC500 Mini ensures accurate color rendition essential for professional-quality visuals. The light features 11 built-in effects such as Flash, Lightning, Candle, and SOS, adding cinematic realism to any shoot. With its two-leaf barndoor accessory and intuitive onboard controls or Godox Light app compatibility, users can shape light precisely and adjust settings remotely via Bluetooth.
Meanwhile, the LC500R Mini expands the creative potential even further by combining bi-color and full RGB capabilities. In addition to offering the same CCT range of 2500K to 8500K, it provides HSI and RGB modes for fine-tuned color control across a 360° spectrum. With an upgraded output of 1580 lux at 3.3 feet (5600K), this light delivers brilliant illumination with precise adjustability. The LC500R Mini includes 15 dynamic lighting effects such as RGB Cycle, Party, Police Car, and Explosion, plus a unique Music Mode that uses a built-in microphone to sync lighting changes to ambient sound—perfect for creating mood-driven visuals or music video-style content.
Both models are designed with practicality in mind. A silent cooling fan can be turned off for noise-sensitive environments, and the integrated battery supports about 45–50 minutes of continuous output at full power. They recharge quickly via USB-C in approximately 1.4 hours and come with a carry bag for enhanced portability. Double-sided 1/4"-20 threads provide versatile mounting options on tripods or light stands, while the barndoor attachments help control beam spread with precision.
In essence, the Godox LC500 Mini and LC500R Mini are compact lighting powerhouses that offer creators versatile lighting modes, high output, intuitive control, and ergonomic design. Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, vlogger, or live-streamer, these tools are crafted to meet professional demands in a conveniently compact form factor.
