Godox ML40R RGB Portable LED Light

Overview

The Godox ML40R RGB Portable LED Light is a compact 40W RGBW LED fixture designed for content creators, filmmakers, vloggers, livestreamers, and mobile production setups. Combining full RGB color control, a wide 1800-10,000K color temperature range, and a built-in rechargeable battery, the ML40R delivers versatile lighting performance in an ultra-portable palm-sized form factor. Designed for creators who need flexible lighting on the go, the ML40R supports HSI and RGBW color modes, wireless Bluetooth app control, NFC pairing, and 14 built-in lighting effects. Despite its lightweight body, the fixture can produce up to 12,300 lux at 1 m when paired with the included 10° reflector, making it suitable for interviews, creative productions, livestreaming, tabletop work, and location shooting.

Core Features

• 40W RGBW LED fixture with full-color lighting control and adjustable 1800-10,000K color temperature.
• Produces up to 12,300 lux at 1 m using the included 10° reflector.
• Built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 42 minutes of runtime at full brightness.
• Supports HSI and RGBW modes for creative color lighting applications.
• Bluetooth connectivity and NFC pairing allow fast wireless control through the Godox Light app.
• Compact palm-sized body weighs only 425 g for easy transport and handheld use.
• Integrated magnetic back enables quick mounting on compatible metal surfaces.
• Includes 14 built-in lighting effects for cinematic and creative scene simulation.

Compact Lighting for Mobile Production

The ML40R is designed for creators who need professional lighting in a highly portable format. Its compact body easily fits into camera bags and lightweight travel kits, making it suitable for run-and-gun filmmaking, livestreaming, social content creation, interviews, and portable studio setups.

• Palm-sized body measures only 9.7 x 8.9 x 4.6 cm.
• Built-in battery allows cable-free operation for mobile workflows.
• Magnetic rear mount expands placement options in tight shooting environments.

Full RGBW Color Control

Unlike standard bi-color fixtures, the ML40R offers complete RGBW lighting control with HSI and RGBW color modes, enabling creators to produce vibrant colored lighting effects and precise color accents directly from the fixture.

The wide 1800-10,000K color temperature range also provides exceptional flexibility for matching ambient lighting conditions or creating stylized cinematic looks.

Creative Lighting Effects

The ML40R includes 14 built-in lighting effects for simulating realistic environmental and cinematic lighting scenarios without requiring additional accessories or external controllers.

• RGB cycle and party effects for colorful dynamic lighting.
• Lightning, TV, candle, and fire effects for cinematic scenes.
• Fireworks, explosion, and welding effects for dramatic productions.
• Cop car and SOS modes for emergency-style simulations.

Wireless App and NFC Control

The ML40R supports wireless Bluetooth control at distances up to 30 m using the Godox Light app for Android and iOS devices. Users can remotely adjust brightness, color temperature, RGB colors, effects, and firmware updates directly from their smartphone.

Integrated NFC functionality simplifies the pairing process by allowing compatible smartphones to connect to the fixture instantly with a simple tap.

Flexible Cooling and Power Options

An integrated cooling system with multiple fan modes helps maintain stable performance during extended operation. Users can select mute mode for silent recording environments or higher cooling modes for demanding full-power usage.

For longer productions, the ML40R can also operate using optional high-output USB-C power banks or the separately available BG02 battery grip.