Marelux Spectrum 1000 Underwater Video Light — Compact 1000 lm Dive Light
The Marelux Spectrum 1000 is a compact, high-output underwater video light designed for divers, videographers, and underwater content creators who need reliable illumination in low-light environments. It delivers up to 1000 lumens with adjustable color settings in a lightweight anodized aluminum housing built to 100 m depth.
This underwater video light is ideal as a focus/beauty light or backup video illumination on dives. It’s not a full-flood cinema light — for that consider larger powered units.
- Compact dive light with up to 1000 lumens output and variable color modes (white & full spectrum) — best underwater video lights option for travel and compact rigs.
- Built for recreational & technical dives to 100 m depth.
- Runs on a single 21700 lithium battery with ~2 h max runtime at full power.
- Lightweight and simple to mount on trays/arms; no integrated trigger or sync required.
- Not a dedicated strobe or TTL sync light; best paired with video/still housings that support independent lighting.
Perfect for…
- Compact dive rigs and travel kits where space and weight matter.
- Night dives needing focus illumination for auto-focus or close video work.
- Macro and subject contrast lighting with variable color output.
- Backup light on multi-light video setups.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight for travel.
- Adjustable full spectrum color without external filters.
- Simple ball mount works with most arms/trays.
Cons
- Not a wide flood video fixture — narrow beam only.
- No built-in TTL/strobe sync options.
- Runtime limited at full output (~2 h).
Made by Marelux, a manufacturer of dive and imaging gear. Backed by Bluewater Photo lifetime support for setup and use questions. Please verify compatibility with your housing/arms before purchase.
A versatile, compact light that enhances your underwater video and photo dives.
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Specifications
- Build
- Material: Anodized aluminum alloy.
- Dimensions: Ø 40 mm × Length 200 mm.
- Weight (in air): 430 g (with battery & ball mount).
- Weight (underwater): 220 g (with battery & ball mount).
- Sealing & Depth
- Depth rating: 100 m.
- Lighting
- Output: 1000 lumens maximum, white light with four dim levels (100-80-50-20 %).
- Beam angle: ~10°.
- CRI: ~70.
- Color modes: full spectrum color adjustable (red/green/blue/cyan).
- Power
- Batteries: 1×21700 lithium 3.7 V.
- Runtime: ~2 hours at full power.
Marelux Spectrum 1000 Underwater Video Light — FAQ
- What battery does this light use?
It uses one 21700 lithium 3.7 V battery; runtime ~2 hours at full output.
- Can I use this as a primary video light?
It is best as a support/focus light or for close range subjects; it has a narrow beam and is not a wide cinema light.
- Is this light waterproof?
Yes — rated to 100 m depth.
- Do I need filters for color modes?
No — the light supports adjustable full spectrum color output without external filters.
- Will this sync with TTL strobes?
No — this is a continuous light not designed for TTL flash sync; pair it with compatible video/still housings. Please verify with your setup.
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