In this video, I take a deep dive into the features and performance of the ARRI Orbiter LED Light. Key features include the fixture’s incredibly bright output, remarkable versatility (thanks to its changeable optics), 2,000K to 20,000K CCT range, fast processor (4x faster than the SkyPanel), expanded connectivity, integrated array of sensors, weatherproof housing, smooth dimming, and more.

While this article is focused on the advancements in ARRI lighting technology, one can draw parallels from ARRI’s camera and Professional Camera Accessories (PCA) line to understand the design philosophy and evolution of the greater lighting ecosystem. No other brand has such tight integration between camera, lens, and mechanical or electronic accessories. There are plenty of examples to draw from, but innovations like incorporated wireless focus motor receivers and wireless video transmission in the ALEXA SXT-W, the interconnectivity of the entire LBUS range of motors and focus tools, and wireless range extension for various families of products with the ERM-2400 all showcase ARRI’s unified design philosophy.

In this video, I take a look at the differences between the HMI and LED lights offered by ARRI. Each has advantages and disadvantages, as well as specific situations in which they work best.

ARRI recently announced their extremely bright, versatile new light: The Orbiter. The Orbiter is a tunable, customizable, ultra-bright point light source directional LED. The output of the Orbiter is comparable to corresponding HMI systems. Now that’s a sentence worth repeating: its brightness is comparable to that of an HMI!