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Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World
George Cairns

Harlowe Sol 5 Spectra Creator Kit review: a stylish, portable and colourful LED

Close shot of the tripod-mounted Sol 5 Spectra plus accessories including the domed Magic Lens and the faux leather carry bag.

I always look forward to testing a new light from Harlowe (formerly Hobolite) because each LED in the Harlowe range looks stylish, is sturdily constructed, and delivers excellent performance, achieving a perfect combination of form and function. It’s not surprising that Harlowe lists multiple design awards on their site.

Harlowe lights vary in cost, style, and size, from the portable palm-sized 5W Iris to the mighty studio-friendly 100W Avant. They also sell a couple of light wands - Harlowe Blades. Regardless of their size, shape, and price, every Harlowe light shares distinctive properties such as silver metal bodies adorned with faux brown leather panelling that is reminiscent of a 1960s-era camera. Many of them evoke the design of a vintage Hasselblad camera, in my opinion - take a look at the Harlowe Avant Max for an example.

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