Simple question here:

[Jay Rodriguez]

What are focus control lights and how are they better then regular lights?

Thanks

 

[Barry_S]

Focusable lights allow you to adjust the beam angle for more control of the light. Typical types of lights that allow focusing include: ellipsoidals (can be very precisely focused), fresnels (good control from flood to spot), and some open-faced instruments (usually marginally focusable). It's all about controlling the quality of the light and putting the light exactly where you want it, preventing unwanted spill.

 

[Jay Rodriguez]

Ok so I'm assuming it's better to cough up the extra cash for the focus control lights then huh?

 

[Sumfun]

Not necessarily. Focused lights generally look harsher that floodlights (cast more distinct shadows), and they don't cover as wide an angle. So it's all up to the look that you want and your budget. You can make a floodlight look smaller by using barn doors and flags.

 

[Jay Rodriguez]

ok thanks man, more for me to take into consideration when finalizing my order