Overview
The LiteMat 4 (Original) is the first major generation of LiteGear’s ultra-thin bi-colour LED soft lights. It helped redefine location lighting by offering a large, soft, extremely lightweight source that could be rigged quickly in tight spaces. It became a staple for DPs and gaffers who needed a flexible key or fill light without heavy diffusion frames, bulky softboxes, or high power draws.
Although later versions improved output and durability, the original LiteMat 4 is still widely used due to its simplicity, reliability, and natural soft beam.
Key Specs
- Generation: Original LiteMat series
- Type: Bi-colour LED
- CCT: ~2600K–6200K
- Power: ~100–150W depending on model year
- CRI/TLCI: 95+
- Weight: ~4–5 lbs
- Thickness: Under 1 inch
- Dimming: Via original LiteDimmer
- Pixel control: No
- RGB: No
Pros
- Extremely lightweight
- Very soft output
- Low power requirements
- Fast, flexible rigging
- Silent operation
Cons
- Lower output than newer versions
- No RGB or pixel modes
- Older dimming/control hardware
- Mat surface can be fragile