Nanlite Forza 500

OVERVIEW
The Nanlite 12-2026 (122026) Forza 500 Daylight LED Light is a revolutionary monolight style light fixture that offers remarkable light output in a compact and lightweight design. With its advanced features and high-quality performance, this LED light is perfect for both studio and location use.

One of the standout features of the Forza 500 is its ultra bright output. With a powerful COB LED module, this light can emit an impressive 11950 Lux of 5600K daylight-balanced light at 1 meter. And with the included reflector, the light output can reach a staggering 30000+* Lux at 1 meter. Plus, the dimming function allows for quick adaptation to any scene, with a range from 100% down to 1%.

Despite its high output, the Forza 500 remains lightweight and compact, weighing in at only 5.7 lbs. This makes it easy to transport and pack into gear cases, eliminating the difficulties of traveling with large light fixtures.

Not only does the Forza 500 provide impressive brightness, but it also offers exceptional colour accuracy. With a CRI of 98 and a TLCI of 95, this LED light ensures precise colour reproduction, saving time and money in post-production.

The Forza 500 also features a Bowens style light modifier mount, making it compatible with a wide range of light modifiers, including Nanlites softboxes and umbrellas. This allows for even more versatility in lighting setups and creative possibilities.

In addition to its practical features, the Forza 500 also offers pre-programmed special effects, such as lightning, TV screen, flash, and malfunctioning light bulb, making it easy to recreate tricky lighting scenarios with just the touch of a button.

The Forza 500 also comes with a satellite control and power station, which combines the control panel, AC adapter, and battery plate into one unit that can be easily hung from a light stand. This unit also serves as the DMX connection point, allowing for quick integration into any DMX controlled environment.

Whether in the studio or on location, the Forza 500 can operate anywhere with its ability to run off either the included AC adapter or 2x 26w V-Mount batteries (not included). This makes it a versatile and reliable choice for all types of shoots.

With its studio and location-ready features, including a 5/8″ receiver mount and 330-degree rotating yolk, the Forza 500 can be mounted on any standard light stand or hung from a ceiling for studio use. And thanks to its active, silent fan, it can even be used in sound-sensitive environments.

SUMMARY
Colour temperature: 5600K
CRI: 98
TLCI: 95
Illuminance:
8245 Lux @ 3m
93350 Lux @ 1m
INCLUDED IN BOX
1x Forza 500 Daylight LED Light

About The Nanlite Forza 500
The Forza 500 LED from Nanlite is a monolight style light fixture with remarkable light output relative to its size. Weighing only 5.7 lbs, the Forza 500 employs a COB LED module to output 11950 Lux of 5600K daylight-balanced light at 1 meter. All while maintaining a high CRI/TLCI of 95/96, ensuring accurate colour rendition.

Ultra Bright Output

With the included reflector, the Forza 500 emits an impressive 11950 Lux at 1 meter. When equipped with the optional fresnel the light output climbs to a staggering 30000+* Lux at 1 meter. Plus with dimming from 100% down to 1% you can quickly adapt the Forza 500 to any scene. *approximate Lux reading, actual value was over the meter’s range*

Lightweight Compact Design

Created to eliminate the difficulties of traveling with large light fixtures the Forza 500 weights only 5.7lbs and is compact enough to be easily packed into most gear cases.

Colour Perfection

The brightness of a light is important, but without colour accuracy, a ton of time and money will be lost in post-production. The Forza 500 features a CRI of 98 and a TLCI of 95 meaning you can shoot with confidence knowing the colour reproduction will be precise.

Bowens Style Light Modifier Mount

By utilizing the near-universal Bowens style light modifier mount, the Forza 500 is compatible with a massive selection of light modifiers. Including, but not limited to Nanlite’s line of softboxes and umbrellas

Practical Effects

With pre-programmed special effects in a simple-to-master menu system, the Forza makes it easy to imitate lighting scenarios that can otherwise be tricky to recreate. At the touch of a button, you can simulate the lighting effects of lightning, a TV screen, a flash, and a malfunctioning light bulb.

Satellite Control and Power Station

To keep a low center of gravity and the controls easily accessible the Forza 500’s control panel, AC adapter, and battery plate have been combined into one satellite unit easily hung from any light stand. The satellite also serves as the DMX connection point enabling the Forza 500 to be quick adoption to any DMX controlled environment.

Power Anywhere

Perfect for use in the studio or on location, the Forza 500 can run off either the included AC adapter or 2x 26w V-Mount batteries (Not Included) so you can operate in any location regardless of power availability.

Studio and Location Ready

Supplied with a standard 5/8″ receiver mount, the Forza 500 can be mounted directly on any standard light stand, and the 330-degree rotating yolk makes it easy to adjust an angle or hang the light from a ceiling for studio use. Also thanks to the Forza500’s active, silent fan it is at home in even the most sound-sensitive situations.

Lightshaper Mount Bowens S Style
Cooling Active Silent Fan
Size 12.2 x 8.1 x 5.6 In (Head Only)
Weight 5.5 Lbs
Color Temp 5600K
CRI 98
TLCI 95
Dimming 0-100%
Lumen Output 5600K 46613 Lumens
Lux @ 1m w/55 Degree Reflector 5600K 66300
Power Source DC48V/12.5A
Battery Compatibility Sony V-Mount 26v Battery (Not Included)
Battery Run Time @ 100% (Approx) 0.9 hours (2x 26V Sony V-Mount Style 230WH)
Max Power Draw 500w
Mount 5/8″ Receiver with rotating yoke