Bigblue VL4600P 4600-Lumen Underwater Video Light – 120° Wide Beam, Red Light & Rechargeable Battery

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Sale price$399.99 USD

Description

The Bigblue VL4600P is a powerful, rechargeable underwater video light delivering up to 4,600 lumens through an extra-wide 120° beam, ideal for illuminating marine life, reef scenes, and underwater video subjects. Featuring four adjustable brightness levels, a 300-lumen red light mode, and an included removable yellow filter, it gives underwater photographers and videographers greater control over their lighting.

With a 100-meter tested depth rating, up to 1.5 hours of runtime at full power, and a complete accessory package including a rechargeable battery, charger, Goodman glove, and 1-inch ball mount, the VL4600P is an excellent choice for GoPro users, underwater content creators, and divers building a versatile video lighting system.

Key Features

  • 4600-lumen maximum output: Powerful continuous illumination for underwater photography and video.

  • 120° extra-wide beam: Broad coverage helps illuminate underwater scenes evenly, with softer beam edges.

  • Four adjustable power levels: Choose between 460, 1150, 2300, and 4600 lumens to match your shooting conditions.

  • 300-lumen red light mode: Provides an alternative lighting option for low-light observation and underwater photography.

  • 6500K cool-white illumination: Bright, consistent light for underwater video and subject illumination.

  • Removable yellow filter included: Produces a warmer-looking light output when preferred for video or photography.

  • Rechargeable BATCELL32650 battery: Delivers up to 1.5 hours at maximum brightness and 15 hours at the lowest setting.

  • Color-coded battery indicator: Helps monitor remaining battery power during use.

  • 100m / 328ft tested depth rating: Built for demanding underwater environments.

  • Durable anodized aluminum housing: Compact construction designed for regular saltwater diving.

  • 1-inch ball mount included: Integrates with compatible underwater camera arms and lighting systems.

  • Goodman glove included: Provides an alternative handheld mounting option for diving.

  • Complete accessory package: Includes battery, USB charger, yellow filter, lanyard, spare O-rings, silicone lubricant, dry bag, and owner's manual.

  • Three color options: Glossy Black, Glossy Blue, and Glossy Pink.

  • Manufacturer's 1-year warranty: Included with the product.

Long Description

Powerful, Even Lighting for Underwater Photography and Video

The Bigblue VL4600P 4600-Lumen Underwater Video Light is designed for divers and underwater content creators who want powerful, reliable continuous lighting without the complexity of a larger professional lighting system.

Delivering up to 4,600 lumens through an extra-wide 120° beam, the VL4600P helps illuminate underwater subjects with broad, even coverage. Its four adjustable brightness levels, dedicated red light mode, and removable yellow filter make it a flexible option for filming reef scenes, marine life, macro subjects, and underwater adventures.

Whether you're using a GoPro action camera or building a mirrorless underwater video system, the VL4600P provides an accessible upgrade path toward more controlled underwater lighting.

Designed for Underwater Photography and Video

Water absorbs light and color, often leaving underwater footage looking dark, blue, or green. A dedicated underwater video light helps restore illumination to nearby subjects, revealing details and colors that ambient light alone may not capture.

The VL4600P is particularly useful for:

  • GoPro underwater video: Add powerful continuous lighting to improve close-range subject visibility and color.

  • Mirrorless underwater video: Use one or two lights to create a more controlled lighting setup.

  • Macro photography and video: Adjust brightness and light placement to illuminate small marine subjects.

  • Wide-angle video: Take advantage of the 120° beam to cover larger subjects and scenes at suitable shooting distances.

  • Night diving: Use the white or red light modes for underwater observation and video.

  • Marine-life encounters: Adjust the output to suit the subject, distance, and available ambient light.

4600 Lumens with an Extra-Wide 120° Beam

The VL4600P delivers a maximum output of 4,600 lumens, making it a capable lighting solution for underwater video applications.

Its 120° beam angle provides broad illumination designed to minimize harsh beam edges and reduce obvious hotspots in underwater footage.

This wide coverage is especially valuable when filming moving subjects or scenes where a narrow spotlight would leave much of the frame underexposed.

For photographers seeking more balanced wide-angle video lighting, using two VL4600P lights on separate camera arms can help reduce shadows and provide more even illumination across the scene.

Four Adjustable Brightness Levels

The VL4600P offers four white-light power settings, allowing you to balance illumination, subject distance, and battery runtime.

Power Level

Light Output

Manufacturer-Stated Runtime

Level IV – Maximum

4,600 lumens

1.5 hours

Level III

2,300 lumens

3 hours

Level II

1,150 lumens

6 hours

Level I – Minimum

460 lumens

15 hours

Higher brightness settings are useful when additional illumination is needed, while lower settings provide more control for close-up subjects and help extend battery life.

Actual runtime may vary depending on battery condition, temperature, and operating conditions.

Dedicated 300-Lumen Red Light Mode

In addition to its white-light output, the VL4600P features a 300-lumen red LED mode.

Red illumination offers an alternative to bright white light when preparing underwater compositions or observing subjects in low-light environments.

This feature can be particularly useful during night dives or when photographers want to adjust their lighting approach before capturing an image.

The response of marine animals to red light varies by species, so red illumination should not be assumed to be invisible or harmless to all underwater life.

Removable Yellow Filter for Warmer Lighting

The VL4600P produces cool-white illumination at a color temperature of 6500K.

For photographers who prefer a warmer appearance, Bigblue includes a removable yellow filter that changes the character of the emitted light.

This gives videographers an additional creative option when balancing artificial illumination with the overall look of their underwater footage.

The filter modifies the light's color appearance; it does not replace proper camera white balance or color correction when needed.

Rechargeable Battery with Up to 15 Hours of Runtime

The VL4600P uses a rechargeable Bigblue BATCELL32650 lithium-ion battery.

At maximum output, the manufacturer specifies approximately 1.5 hours of runtime. Reducing the brightness extends the stated operating time to as much as 15 hours at the lowest white-light setting.

A color-coded battery indicator helps divers monitor battery status, reducing the likelihood of unexpectedly running out of power during a dive.

The included USB battery charger supports 18650, 26650, and 32650 battery formats.

Recommended Battery Charging Time

Battery Model

Suggested Charging Time

BATCELL32650

7–8 hours

Use the supplied charger according to the manufacturer's instructions. Charging time may vary with battery condition and the available USB power source.

Durable Aluminum Housing for Underwater Use

The VL4600P features an anodized aluminum alloy housing designed to withstand regular underwater use.

Its compact dimensions make it suitable for travel and integration into different camera systems.

With a tested maximum depth of 100 meters / approximately 328 feet, the light offers substantial depth capability for recreational and appropriately trained technical divers.

The VL4600P weighs approximately 318 g in air with its battery installed and has a specified underwater buoyancy of -167 g, meaning it contributes some negative buoyancy to the overall camera system.

Available finishes include:

  • Glossy Black

  • Glossy Blue

  • Glossy Pink

Flexible Mounting for Camera Systems and Handheld Diving

The VL4600P includes both a 1-inch ball mount and a Goodman glove, providing different ways to use the light underwater.

The 1-inch ball mount allows the light to connect to compatible underwater camera arm systems using an appropriate ball clamp.

This is useful for photographers who want to position the light away from the camera lens, adjust the beam angle, and improve lighting control.

The Goodman glove offers a handheld alternative for diving applications where the light is not attached to a camera rig.

Mozaik Tip — Why Two Video Lights Can Make a Big Difference

For the most balanced underwater video lighting, consider using two VL4600P lights mounted on separate arms.

Positioning the lights on either side of the camera helps reduce strong shadows and can create more even illumination across wide scenes.

Start with the lights slightly outward from the camera's lens axis and adjust their angles so the edges of the beams illuminate your subject.

This can also help reduce backscatter by limiting direct illumination of suspended particles immediately in front of the camera.

For macro subjects, begin with a lower power level and move the light closer or adjust its angle rather than automatically increasing brightness.

No-Guesswork Compatibility Guidance

The Bigblue VL4600P is a continuous underwater video light, meaning it does not require an electronic connection to the camera to provide illumination.

It can be used with a wide variety of underwater photography and video systems when paired with suitable mounting hardware.

Before ordering, consider the following:

  • GoPro and action cameras: Suitable for supplemental video lighting when mounted using compatible trays or accessories.

  • Mirrorless and DSLR housings: Can be integrated into compatible underwater camera arm systems.

  • Mounting interface: Includes a 1-inch ball mount; a compatible ball clamp and arm or tray connection may be required.

  • Handheld use: Includes a Goodman glove.

  • Battery: Uses the Bigblue rechargeable BATCELL32650 lithium-ion battery.

  • Photography applications: Provides continuous illumination but does not replace the short, high-intensity flash of an underwater strobe for applications requiring flash lighting.

Technical Specifications

Specification

Details

Brand

Bigblue Dive Lights

Model

VL4600P

SKU

VL4600P

Product Type

Underwater Video Light

Maximum Output

4,600 lumens

Level III Output

2,300 lumens

Level II Output

1,150 lumens

Level I Output

460 lumens

Beam Angle

120°

Red Light Output

300 lumens

Color Temperature

6500K, cool white

Light Source

6 × XPE LEDs + 4 × red LEDs

Power Levels

4 white-light levels

Runtime – Level IV

1.5 hours

Runtime – Level III

3 hours

Runtime – Level II

6 hours

Runtime – Level I

15 hours

Battery

Rechargeable Li-ion BATCELL32650

Recommended Charging Time

7–8 hours

Maximum Tested Depth

100 m / approximately 328 ft

Housing Material

Anodized aluminum alloy

Dimensions

44 mm diameter × 121.1 mm length

Weight in Air

318 g, including battery

Underwater Buoyancy

-167 g, including battery

Mounting Options

Included 1-inch ball mount and Goodman glove

Included Filter

Removable yellow filter

Battery Indicator

Color-coded

Available Colors

Glossy Black, Glossy Blue, Glossy Pink

Package Weight

2 lb

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year

Who Is This Light Best For?

The Bigblue VL4600P is particularly well suited for:

  • GoPro users who want to improve underwater video quality with a dedicated wide-beam light.

  • Beginner underwater videographers seeking a complete rechargeable lighting package.

  • Mirrorless camera users building a compact continuous-lighting system.

  • Macro photographers who need adjustable illumination for small subjects and video.

  • Night divers who value a powerful white light and a separate red light mode.

  • Traveling underwater photographers looking for a compact, versatile lighting solution.

  • Divers planning a dual-light setup for more balanced underwater video illumination.

What's Included

  • 1 × Bigblue VL4600P Underwater Video Light

  • 1 × Rechargeable BATCELL32650 Battery

  • 1 × USB Battery Charger

  • 1 × Goodman Glove

  • 1 × 1-inch Ball Mount

  • 1 × Removable Yellow Filter

  • 1 × Lanyard

  • 2 × Spare O-rings

  • 1 × Silicone Lubricant

  • 1 × Dry Bag

  • 1 × Owner's Manual

  • Manufacturer's 1-Year Warranty

Camera trays, underwater arms, ball clamps, cameras, and additional video lights are sold separately unless explicitly included in a separate bundle.

Important Product Information

The Bigblue VL4600P is rated for underwater use to a manufacturer-tested maximum depth of 100 meters.

Battery runtime figures are based on manufacturer specifications and may vary with actual operating conditions.

The included 1-inch ball mount provides a standard mounting interface, but additional clamps or arms may be required depending on your underwater camera setup.

As with all underwater lighting equipment, inspect the O-rings and sealing surfaces before diving, rinse the light with fresh water after saltwater use, and follow the manufacturer's battery care instructions.

Build Your Underwater Lighting Setup with No Guesswork

At Mozaik Underwater Cameras, we help divers choose lighting systems that match their cameras, mounting equipment, and underwater photography goals.

The Bigblue VL4600P offers an excellent balance of powerful wide-angle illumination, adjustable brightness, rechargeable convenience, and practical mounting accessories.

Whether you're starting with a single light for GoPro video or building a two-light system for more advanced underwater filming, the VL4600P provides a flexible foundation for better-lit underwater footage.

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