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Overview
The Litepanels Gemini 1×1 Soft is a professional RGBWW LED panel designed for broadcast, studio, and narrative production where a compact, inherently soft light source is required. It combines the full color control and system-level integration of the Gemini platform with built-in diffusion, producing a wide, even beam without the need for external modifiers.
The Gemini 1×1 Soft is intended to function as a reliable soft key or fill in controlled environments, prioritizing consistency, color accuracy, and repeatability over raw punch or beam shaping.
Strengths
The fixture offers a compact, inherently soft source with excellent color accuracy, full RGB and extended CCT control, and deep compatibility with professional DMX and networked lighting systems. Integrated diffusion ensures consistent light quality across setups.
Limitations
The Gemini 1×1 Soft sacrifices output and beam control compared to the Hard variant. Its integrated diffusion limits flexibility for applications requiring harder, more directional light, and its cost places it firmly in the professional category.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Light Fixture | |
| Item Type | 1× LED Light Panel |
| Included Filters | Soft Diffusion |
| Included Storage Case | No |
| Cooling System | Fan |
| Beam Angle | 95° |
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Umbrella Mount | No |
| Front Accessory Mount | Proprietary |
| Photometrics (Unmodified) | |
| 95° at 3200K (1 m / 3.3 ft) | 465 fc / 5,013 lux |
| 95° at 3200K (3 m / 9.8 ft) | 51 fc / 557 lux |
| 95° at 5600K (1 m / 3.3 ft) | 513 fc / 5,526 lux |
| 95° at 5600K (3 m / 9.8 ft) | 57 fc / 614 lux |
| Color & Control | |
| Color Temperature Range | 2700–10,000K |
| Color Modes | RGB, Daylight, Tungsten |
| CRI | 97 (5600K), 94 (3200K) |
| TLCI | 97 (5600K), 94 (3200K) |
| Dimming | Stepped, 0.1–100% |
| Connectivity | |
| Wireless Control | Bluetooth (adapter required), Wi-Fi (adapter required) |
| Mobile App Compatibility | Yes (Android & iOS, adapter required) |
| App Name | SmartLite Director |
| Power & I/O | |
| Power Source | AC to DC Adapter (included), Battery (not included) |
| Power Consumption | 200 W |
| AC Input | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| DC Input | 13–28 VDC |
| Battery Type | 1× V-Mount Rechargeable, 14.4 VDC (not included) |
| Battery Plate | 1× V-Mount (not included) |
| Power Input | 1× XLR 3-Pin |
| DMX Input | 1× XLR 5-Pin, 1× RJ45 |
| DMX Output | 1× XLR 5-Pin, 1× RJ45 |
| Antenna Input | 1× Barrel / Coax |
| Power Pass-Thru | No |
| Inline Switch | No |
| Included Cable | USA Type-A/B to XLR 3-Pin AC-DC Adapter |
| Mounting | |
| Yoke Type | Manually-operated (180° tilt) |
| Fixture Mount | 1× 1-1/8″ Stud with 5/8″ Receiver (via yoke) |
| General | |
| Display | LCD |
| Environmental Resistance | Dust-resistant (IP20) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, cETLus |
| Materials | Aluminum (housing) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Panel Size | 1 × 1 ft / 30.48 × 30.48 cm |
| Fixture Dimensions | 12.6 × 12.6 × 4.6 in / 32 × 32 × 11.7 cm |
| Fixture Weight | 11.71 lb / 5.31 kg |
| Packaging | |
| Package Weight | 17 lb |
| Box Dimensions | 23 × 19 × 8.5 in |
Position in the Litepanels Lineup
Within the Gemini family, the 1×1 Soft represents the smallest diffusion-forward panel. It shares the same RGBWW engine, color science, and control architecture as the 1×1 Hard and larger Gemini fixtures, but with integrated diffusion that permanently softens the output.
This makes it particularly well suited to studio grids, interview setups, and multi-camera environments where light quality must remain predictable without frequent modifier changes.
Output and Performance
The Gemini 1×1 Soft delivers broad, uniform illumination with smooth falloff and minimal hotspotting. While its maximum output is lower than the Hard variant due to the integrated diffusion layer, it remains more than adequate for use as a key light in studio and controlled interior environments.
The wide beam angle and large emitting surface produce flattering light with reduced contrast, making the fixture effective for talent-facing applications and situations where shadow control is critical.
Color Modes and Accuracy
The fixture supports RGB, Daylight, and Tungsten modes, along with an extended correlated color temperature range that reaches up to 10,000K. This allows the Gemini 1×1 Soft to match ambient conditions, practical sources, and stylized lighting designs without gels.
Color accuracy is exceptionally high, meeting broadcast and cinematic standards. Skin tones reproduce cleanly and consistently, and saturated colors remain controlled even at higher output levels.
Effects and Creative Control
Built-in effects are included for narrative and practical use, such as emergency lighting simulation, ambient color shifts, and environmental cues. These effects are designed to integrate into professional lighting workflows rather than function as novelty features.
The Gemini 1×1 Soft is most effective when effects are used subtly and in coordination with other fixtures on set.
Power and Control
The fixture supports professional AC and DC power options and is designed to integrate seamlessly into DMX-based lighting environments. Control is available via onboard interface, wired DMX through XLR and RJ45 connections, and optional wireless control using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi adapters.
Mobile device control is supported through the SmartLite Director app, allowing remote adjustment in studio or grid-mounted installations.
Mounting and Rigging
The Gemini 1×1 Soft features a robust, manually operated yoke suitable for stands, studio grids, and truss systems. Its compact size makes it easier to deploy in tight spaces compared to larger Gemini fixtures, while still benefiting from professional mounting hardware.
The integrated diffusion panel simplifies rigging by eliminating the need for external softboxes or frames, reducing setup time and potential handling issues.
Typical Use Cases
The Gemini 1×1 Soft is commonly used as a key or fill light for interviews, panel shows, corporate video, and broadcast studio production. It is also frequently deployed in narrative filmmaking as a soft interior source, beauty light, or controlled fill.
Its consistency and built-in softness make it especially valuable in multi-camera environments where lighting continuity is essential.
Rental and Owner-Operator Relevance
The Gemini 1×1 Soft is widely available in rental inventories and is a familiar fixture to professional lighting crews. Its durability and predictable behavior make it a low-risk choice for broadcast and studio productions.
For owner-operators, it represents a practical investment for controlled environments, particularly for those working in corporate, studio, or commercial workflows where soft RGB lighting is regularly required.
Market Position
The Gemini 1×1 Soft occupies a high-end position within the RGB LED panel market. It competes directly with other professional soft panels and prioritizes light quality, color fidelity, and system integration over portability or price accessibility.
It is not aimed at entry-level users or run-and-gun creator workflows. Its design reflects the expectations of professional lighting departments.
Summary
The Litepanels Gemini 1×1 Soft is a production-grade RGB LED panel built for environments where soft, consistent, color-accurate light is a requirement. It delivers the Gemini platform’s color science and control in a compact, diffusion-forward form factor suited to professional studio and narrative workflows.