Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel – Versatile RGBWW LED Panel for Photography and Video
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel is a professional and versatile LED light that combines directional hard light, diffused soft light, and creative RGB color lighting in one compact panel. With its different lighting modes, the same fixture can be used for portrait and product photography, interviews and video production, as well as for creating colorful effects, background lighting, and atmosphere.
One of the key advantages of the MixPad II 27C is its ability to change the character of the light without requiring a separate fixture or a large selection of light modifiers. Hard Light mode provides stronger, more directional illumination, Soft Light mode creates a diffused and softer result, while HSI mode provides access to creative RGB colors.
The light has a rated power of 36 W, an adjustable color temperature range of 2700–6500 K, and 0–100% dimming. High color accuracy, with average ratings of CRI 95 and TLCI 98, makes the panel suitable for demanding photography and video applications where natural reproduction of skin tones, products, and other colors is important.
Three Lighting Solutions in One Compact Panel
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel differs from a conventional LED panel primarily through its ability to provide different types of light from a single fixture.
In CCT-HARD or Hard Light mode, the panel works as a stronger and more directional light source. This is suitable when greater intensity is required or when light needs to be directed toward a specific subject. It can be used for interviews, product photography, video production, or as a key light.
CCT-SOFT or Soft Light mode produces more diffused and gentle illumination. It is well suited to portraits, close-ups, beauty photography, video calls, and interviews where smooth and flattering facial illumination is preferred. Softer light helps reduce harsh shadows and creates more natural transitions between highlights and shadows.
HSI mode opens up the creative possibilities of RGB lighting, allowing the MixPad II 27C to function not only as a practical white light but also as an accent, background, or effect light.
Adjustable 2700–6500 K Color Temperature
The Nanlite MixPad 27C II provides a wide 2700–6500 K adjustable color temperature range.
At 2700 K, the panel produces warm light similar to traditional tungsten illumination, making it suitable for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. As the color temperature is increased, the light becomes progressively more neutral, while daylight-range settings are useful for combining the panel with natural ambient light.
At 6500 K, the panel produces distinctly cooler illumination that can be used to match daylight conditions or intentionally create a cooler visual atmosphere.
Adjustable CCT makes it easier to match the light to the existing environment, particularly in interiors where warm artificial lighting and cooler daylight may be present at the same time.
High Color Accuracy for Professional Photography and Video
The quality of a professional light is determined by more than brightness alone. In photography and filmmaking, accurate color reproduction is equally important.
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel delivers average ratings of CRI 95 and TLCI 98. These high color-rendering values make the light suitable for situations where skin tones, clothing, products, and other color-sensitive subjects need to appear natural on camera.
This makes the panel a practical choice for portrait and fashion photography, product photography, interviews, commercial videos, and professional content creation.
Accurate color rendering can also reduce the need to correct unwanted lighting-related color shifts during post-production.
RGBWW Technology for Creative Lighting
The MixPad II 27C is not limited to adjustable white light. Its RGBWW LED technology allows the panel to function as a creative colored light source.
In HSI mode, users can select hues across a 360-degree color spectrum and adjust saturation according to the desired result. This makes it possible to create a wide variety of colors without using separate color filters.
In practical production, the same fixture can serve as a neutral key light in one scene and then become a blue, red, green, or precisely selected colored background light in the next.
RGB lighting can be used to color portrait backgrounds, create reflections and accents in product photography, build atmosphere in music videos, or establish the visual mood of a film scene.
0–100% Dimming
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel provides brightness adjustment from 0 to 100%.
This gives users precise control over the balance between the fixture and the ambient light in the scene. The panel does not always need to operate at maximum output: an interview may require only subtle fill light, while a larger room or brighter environment may call for increased output.
Smooth dimming is also useful in multi-light setups. When the MixPad II 27C is being used as a background or accent light, its intensity can be balanced with the key light to create a controlled and visually cohesive result.
Powerful Hard Light Mode
When greater output is required, Hard Light mode can be used. According to Nanlite’s published measurements, the panel can deliver approximately 12,211 lux at 0.5 m at 6500 K.
Hard Light mode is designed to provide more directional illumination and greater effective output than the diffused Soft Light mode.
This is useful when the panel is being used as a key light, when it needs to be positioned farther from the subject, or when a particular area of the scene needs stronger illumination.
Soft Light for Portraits and Interviews
Soft Light mode gives the Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel a more diffused and gentle lighting characteristic.
Soft illumination is particularly useful when lighting people. For portraits, interviews, vlogs, and livestreams, it can create more even illumination across the face while reducing harsh shadows.
According to Nanlite’s specifications, the panel produces approximately 2055 lux at 0.5 m and 6500 K in Soft Light mode, providing useful output even when diffused illumination is required.
The ability to switch between Hard and Soft Light directly from the fixture reduces the need for a separate diffuser and makes it quicker to adapt the setup to different shooting requirements.
Built-In Lighting Effects for Creative Video Production
Nanlite MixPad II 27C also includes programmed lighting effects designed to simulate a variety of dynamic lighting situations.
These effects can recreate scenarios such as lightning, storm, police car, television, paparazzi flashes, candle or fire, disco lighting, a faulty bulb, fireworks, explosion, and welding.
Such effects are useful for filmmaking, music videos, commercials, and social media productions. Instead of manually recreating changing light patterns or adding them entirely in post-production, the required lighting effect can be generated directly on set.
Bluetooth and NANLINK App Control
In addition to the onboard controls, the MixPad II 27C can be operated using the compatible NANLINK app via Bluetooth.
Wireless control is particularly useful when the fixture is positioned away from the operator, mounted high on a stand, or installed in another location that is difficult to access. Instead of physically approaching the panel for every adjustment, compatible parameters can be changed from a smart device.
This can also simplify solo productions where one person is responsible for the camera, audio, and lighting.
AC or Battery Power for Studio and Location Work
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel is suitable for both studio and location use.
An AC power adapter is included for longer shooting sessions where mains power is available. The fixture has a rated power of 36 W and a DC 15 V / 2.4 A input.
For mobile operation, the panel also supports Sony NP-F-type battery power. This makes it possible to use the MixPad II 27C in locations where mains electricity is unavailable or where power cables would be inconvenient.
Battery operation makes the panel particularly useful for location interviews, documentary production, outdoor shoots, and mobile content creation.
Compact Construction and 36 W Power
Despite its broad range of features, the MixPad II 27C maintains a relatively slim design. Its dimensions are approximately 348 × 322 × 57 mm, with a weight of around 1.35 kg.
This provides a useful balance between illuminated surface area and portability. The panel is large enough to provide practical illumination for portraits and video production while remaining compact enough for mobile production kits.
Its 36 W rated power also helps keep power requirements manageable when operating either from mains power or compatible batteries.
Standard 5/8″ Mount
The Nanlite MixPad II 27C features a 5/8″ receiver, a widely used standard in professional lighting equipment, allowing the panel to be mounted on a compatible light stand or support system.
The adjustable mounting system makes it possible to tilt and position the panel according to the requirements of the shoot.
This is important whether the fixture is being used as a key, background, or accent light, because its position directly affects the angle of illumination, shadow characteristics, and overall visual result.
Ideal for Portrait and Interview Lighting
For portrait and interview applications, the Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel is particularly flexible thanks to its combination of Hard and Soft Light modes.
Soft Light can be used for even facial illumination and natural-looking skin tones, while Hard Light provides a stronger and more directional result when needed.
RGB mode can then be used to add color to the background or individual elements within the scene. As a result, one MixPad II 27C can perform different roles as a key light, fill light, or creative accent light.
Practical for Product Photography
In product photography, the MixPad II 27C provides the flexibility to choose between neutral and creative lighting.
High CRI and TLCI ratings help reproduce product colors naturally, while the adjustable 2700–6500 K color temperature makes it possible to match the panel with other light sources.
RGB mode can be used to create colored reflections, backgrounds, and accents. With glass, metal, and glossy products, for example, colored light can create striking reflections without requiring physical color filters.
Suitable for Video, Streaming, and Content Creation
Nanlite MixPad 27C II RGBWW LED Panel is also well suited to YouTube videos, livestreaming, podcasts, and other forms of digital content production.
Soft Light mode can serve as the primary facial light, while the RGB function can be used to design a background that matches a channel or brand’s visual identity.
Adjustable color temperature makes the panel suitable for both daylight-filled rooms and studios with warmer artificial lighting. When the shooting location changes, the light can be adapted without carrying separate daylight and tungsten fixtures.
