Godox Litemons LP Series: The Panel That Does Daylight,Disco, and Everything In Between
Godox Litemons LP series panels give creators one colour system across three sizes: the LP400R, LP600R, and LP1200R. Every model covers the same 1800K to 10000K colour temperature range plus full RGB, so you're not mixing and matching light quality as your setup grows.
That matters because most creators don't buy one light and stop. You start with a single panel for talking-head video or product shots, then add a second and third as your work moves into interviews, small studio setups, or full commercial shoots. The Litemons LP range is built around that growth path, with 2-light and 3-light kits available for the LP600R and LP1200R, all sharing the same colour science and the same Godox Light app.
Godox Litemons LP Series RGBWW LED Panel Lights, available as single units and 2 or 3-light kits.
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This is Godox's own introduction to the LP series, covering the wide colour temperature range, the full RGB colour modes, the battery power options, and the portable carry case that ships with every kit. It's a useful two-minute overview before deciding which model and kit size fits your setup.
TL;DR
Three panel sizes, one colour system. The LP400R, LP600R, and LP1200R all cover 1800K to 10000K plus full RGB, controlled from the same Godox Light app. Start with one panel for a desktop setup, or step up to a 2 or 3-light kit as your shoots get bigger. NP-F batteries power the smaller two, V-mount powers the LP1200R.
What Problem Are We Solving?
Traditional studio lighting means monolights, stands, softboxes, and diffusion, each piece adding weight, van space, and setup time. For a creator working out of a spare room, a rented studio slot, or a location shoot, that's a lot of gear to haul in and rig before you've even pressed record.
Panel lights usually solve the size problem but not the colour problem. Fixed at one or two colour temperatures, most only get you daylight or tungsten, nothing with any personality. RGB gives you that traditional CCT range, but it also opens up funky colour options to spice up a scene, and a single-temperature panel simply can't do that.
The real question is what you want the light to do beyond exposing a subject. Do you need to create ambience for a mood piece, match your brand colours in a product shot, add contrast to separate a subject from the background, or use funky FX modes to add intrigue and storytelling? A bulky monolight and softbox setup can't answer any of that on its own.
Softboxes and their stands add bulk and setup time to a lighting rig, as documented by Softbox.
Each monolight in a traditional setup needs its own power connection and independent control, according to Monolight.
How Are We Solving This Problem?
Every LP-series RGB model gives you the full 1800K to 10000K colour temperature range plus true RGB colour in the same panel. Shoot clean daylight or tungsten footage when you need it, then switch to a saturated colour to create ambience, match your brand colours, or add contrast that separates a subject from the background. The 14 FX modes, things like fire, police lights, TV flicker, and RGB cycle, add movement and storytelling to a scene without bringing in extra gear.
The panels themselves solve the space problem. A slim panel design folds flat into the included carry case, so there's no long light stand, softbox arm, and diffusion panel to rig for a one or two-light setup, and no van trip needed to get a kit on location.
Everything runs from the Godox Light app on your phone: colour, brightness, and FX mode, across every panel in a kit, over Bluetooth. That's useful whether you're setting the scene alone before a meeting starts, or adjusting lights mid-shoot without stepping away from camera.
That combination, compact size, full colour range, and phone control, covers a wide spread of everyday work: online courses, YouTube and TikTok or Reels content, desktop streaming setups, behind-the-scenes footage, product unboxing videos, and vlogging both indoors and out.
- Pick a panel size for the space you have: LP400R for a desktop setup, LP600R for interviews, LP1200R as a key light for a small studio.
- Set your colour: daylight or tungsten CCT for clean footage, or full RGB and FX modes for ambience and storytelling.
- Control colour, brightness, and FX mode for every panel from the Godox Light app on your phone.
- Power from AC or a battery and shoot, no softbox or stand rigging required.
Overall Conclusion
The Litemons LP series works because it doesn't ask you to relearn colour and control every time you upgrade. The LP400R suits a desktop streamer or solo course creator, the LP600R 2-light kit covers two-person interviews and small on-location setups, and the LP1200R steps in as a serious key light for studio work, all without switching apps, batteries, or colour science.
Whether you're lighting a desktop setup, an outdoor vlog, or a small product photography table, the same panel logic applies: pick the size for the job, and grow the kit as the work grows.
Practical Uses
The same panel logic shows up across very different jobs. Here's the LP series at work in four of the most common ones.
| Setup | Practical Uses | When to Consider | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Light | Desktop streaming, online courses, solo vlogging, product unboxing | You're the only person on camera, shooting from one spot, but consider a reflector to fill | Smallest footprint, one battery or plug, fastest to set up |
| 2-Light Kit | Two-person interviews, small on-location shoots, key and fill setups | You need to light two subjects evenly, or want a key and fill without harsh shadows | Matched colour across both panels, still packs into one carry case |
| 3-Light Kit | Small studio work, product photography, portraits, behind-the-scenes coverage | You're lighting a full scene with a key, fill, and background or accent light | Full three-point control with consistent colour science across every panel |
Specs
Here's how the three RGB models compare, converted to metric throughout.
- Full 1800K to 10000K colour temperature range plus RGB, on every model
- Average CRI and TLCI of 96 or higher for accurate colour
- Godox Light app control over Bluetooth, up to 15m range
- NP-F battery power on the LP400R and LP600R, V-mount on the LP1200R
- Shockproof carry case and 360 degree rotating yoke included with every model
| Spec | LP400R | LP600R | LP1200R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power consumption | 36W | 60W | 120W |
| Input power | 20V DC | 20V DC | 20V DC |
| Colour temperature | 1800 to 10000K | 1800 to 10000K | 1800 to 10000K |
| Colour modes | RGB, Daylight, Tungsten | RGB, Daylight, Tungsten | RGB, Daylight, Tungsten |
| CRI / TLCI | ≥96 / ≥96 | ≥96 / ≥96 | ≥96 / ≥96 |
| FX modes | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Bluetooth range | 15m | 15m | 15m |
| Battery type | 2x NP-F (built-in) | 2x NP-F (built-in) | 1x V-mount (built-in) |
| Peak brightness at 5600K | 1670 lux at 1m, 6480 lux at 0.5m | 2430 lux at 1m, 9270 lux at 0.5m | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Dimensions | 22.9 x 20.1 x 6.95cm | 26.4 x 20.1 x 6.95cm | 42.2 x 40.1 x 6.95cm |
| Weight | 855g | 985g | 1868g |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to 35°C | -10°C to 35°C | -10°C to 35°C |
As specified by Godox.
Choose Your Kit Size
LP400R Single Panel
The entry point into the range: one compact RGB panel for a desktop setup, solo course creator, or single-subject interview.
Shop Litemons LP Series
LP600R 2-Light Kit
Two matched LP600R panels with stands and a carry case, built for two-person interviews or small on-location setups.
View LP600R 2-Light Kit
LP600R 3-Light Kit
A full three-point lighting setup for small studio work, product photography, or portrait sessions.
View LP600R 3-Light Kit
LP1200R 2-Light Kit
Two high-output V-mount powered panels for a studio that needs a strong key and fill light combination.
View LP1200R 2-Light Kit
About the Brand
Godox designs lighting equipment for photographers and videographers worldwide, from compact speedlights and studio strobes to continuous LED panels like the Litemons range. CameraStuff is an authorised Godox dealer in South Africa, backed by Godox's official letter of authorisation, so every light we sell comes with proper local support. Shop online or visit us in-store in Randburg for fast nationwide delivery across South Africa.
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Which Litemons panel should I start with?
The LP400R suits a desktop setup or solo creator, the LP600R is a good middle ground for interviews, and the LP1200R works best as a key light in a small studio.
Can I mix RGB and standard colour temperature on the same light?
Yes. Every LP-series RGB model covers the full 1800K to 10000K colour temperature range as well as full RGB colour modes, so one panel does both jobs.
What powers the LP1200R compared to the smaller panels?
The LP400R and LP600R each run on two Sony L-series NP-F batteries. The larger LP1200R uses a single V-mount battery instead. All three also run on standard AC power.
Can I control multiple Litemons panels from one phone?
Yes. The Godox Light app connects over Bluetooth and can adjust colour and brightness across every panel in a kit from a single device.
Where can I buy Godox products in South Africa?
CameraStuff is an authorised Godox dealer in South Africa. We offer 60-day returns, free delivery on orders over R1000, nationwide delivery, and a support team ready to help you choose the right gear.
Conrad Knuist
Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist
Conrad Knuist is Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist at CameraStuff, South Africa's specialist camera and lighting retailer. With over 18 years of hands-on experience testing gear across portrait, event, and commercial photography, Conrad has personally handled hundreds of products, from entry-level speedlights to professional studio systems. He is an authorised Godox specialist and works directly with South African photographers and videographers to match the right tools to their work. Every review and recommendation he publishes is based on real-world use, not spec sheets.
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