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NANLITE has announced the pico, a 130g (0.29 lb) RGBW pocket light featuring the Nebula C4 light engine, adjustable CCT from 2700K to 7500K with ±150 green/magenta shift, and wireless control via the NANLINK app. Designed for portable use, it has a built-in battery, 14 lighting effects, a built-in yoke with integrated magnets, a snap-on diffuser, and more.
NANLITE continues to expand their ecosystem, following recent releases like the 18°-36° Zoom FM Mount Projection Attachment released last month and the PavoTube II released in April. We also took a look at their Bowens Mount Projection Attachment 25°–45° and discussed it in our Focus Check podcast, which you can watch here if you missed it. The newly announced pico pocket light adds a compact, battery-powered option that might be especially useful for vloggers or content creators working in tight spaces or who are on the go.
The pico delivers 4,211 lux at 0.3 meters / 0.98 ft (5600K) and uses NANLITE’s Nebula C4 light engine to provide full RGBW color control with 0–360° hue and 0–100% saturation control. CCT is adjustable from 2700K to 7500K, with ±150 green/magenta correction for fine tuning. Color accuracy is rated at CRI/TLCI 95 and TM-30 Rf/Rg 92/99. The light also features fourteen built-in lighting effects, including storm, fire, and police light, among others, all with adjustable parameters accessible directly or via the NANLINK app.
The pico runs on a built-in 1500mAh lithium battery and provides 1.3 to 6.5 hours of runtime depending on brightness. A real-time battery life display shows how much runtime remains, and if power runs low, the USB-C port supports both charging and continuous power from a wall adapter or power bank.
Mounting options include built-in magnets in the base to attach to flat or metal surfaces, a 12-position stepped yoke with 30° tilt increments, and a standard 1/4″-20 thread for use where needed. A cold shoe adapter is included for on-camera setups, and a magnetic snap-on diffuser is also provided when softer output is needed.
The pico interface features a single knob and two-button layout paired with a 1.28” circular display, designed for straightforward, one-handed operation. All main controls, brightness, CCT, hue, saturation, and effects can be adjusted on the device.
For wireless use, the built-in Bluetooth module connects to the NANLINK App (v. 2.0), enabling remote control and firmware updates via smartphone or tablet. App-based control gives access to the same settings, with finer adjustment options and faster switching between modes.
The NANLITE pico will be available starting today, with a list price of $34.90 (excluding local taxes). For more information, have a look at the NANLITE website.
Do you keep a small light like this in your kit? When size and weight matter, what features are you least willing to compromise on? Let us know in the comments!
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A camera was put in my hands at 16, and I’ve been taking photographs ever since. Before moving to Vienna, I worked as a photographer on film sets, telling stories as they unfolded behind the scenes. Since then, I’ve focused on immersive theater, both as a photographer and an actor. I am the photographer for the award-winning Nesterval ensemble, documenting the energy and atmosphere of their performances. I’m a teller of stories. Stories hold my interest. I’ll take on any project with a story to tell.