The Tolifo EF-100W is a professional 100W daylight LED monolight designed for photographers and videographers who demand studio-grade output without the bulk. Delivering a true 100W LED punch equivalent to roughly 1000W of tungsten brightness, it produces up to 9000 lux at 1 meter with a crisp 5600K daylight-balanced color temperature and a CRI of ≥95 for stunningly accurate, true-to-life color rendition.
Built around the universal Bowens S-type mount, the EF-100W accepts a vast range of light modifiers and puts creative control at your fingertips via smooth 10–100% dimming, an intuitive rear LCD, and a 2.4GHz wireless remote with 99 channels and groups reaching up to 50 meters — all housed in a lightweight 1.2 kg aluminum alloy body with whisper-quiet active cooling at just ~18 dB.
Key features
- 1000W-equivalent output: A true 100W LED delivers up to 5400–9000 lux at 1 meter, rivaling tungsten lights at a fraction of the energy cost.
- Cinema-accurate color with CRI ≥95: 5600K daylight balance and a CRI of 95 or above ensure skin tones and product colors reproduce faithfully in both photos and video.
- Precise wireless dimming: Adjust output smoothly from 10% to 100% via the onboard knob or the included 2.4GHz remote controller operating across 99 channels/groups at ranges up to 50 meters.
- Universal Bowens S-type mount: Compatible with a huge ecosystem of softboxes, beauty dishes, and reflectors, giving you total flexibility over your lighting shape and quality.
- Whisper-quiet active cooling: The built-in fan runs at approximately 18 dB — barely audible — while the aluminum alloy chassis adds passive heat dissipation for extended shooting sessions.
- Compact and lightweight: At just 1.2 kg and 24 × 21.5 × 13 cm, the EF-100W travels easily and mounts on any standard 5/8-inch light stand spigot.
Specifications
| LED Power | 100W (equivalent to ~1000W tungsten) |
|---|---|
| Color Temperature | 5600K (Daylight) |
| Brightness | 5400–9000 lux at 1 meter |
| CRI | ≥ 95 |
| Dimming Range | 10%–100% |
| Control | Onboard knob + 2.4GHz wireless remote (up to 50m, 99 channels/groups) |
| Mount | Bowens S-type |
| Cooling | Active fan (~18 dB) + aluminum alloy passive dissipation |
| Weight | Approx. 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) |
| Display | Rear LCD (brightness, channel, group) |
Frequently asked questions
What light modifiers are compatible with the Tolifo EF-100W?
The EF-100W uses the industry-standard Bowens S-type mount, so it is compatible with a wide range of modifiers including softboxes, beauty dishes, reflectors, and grids from Bowens and any third-party brand that supports the S-type fitting.
Can I control multiple Tolifo EF-100W lights wirelessly at the same time?
Yes. The built-in 2.4GHz wireless system supports up to 99 channels and groups, allowing you to independently control multiple lights from a single remote at distances of up to 50 meters, making it ideal for multi-light studio setups.
How bright is the Tolifo EF-100W compared to traditional studio lights?
Tolifo rates the EF-100W as equivalent in brightness to approximately 1000W of tungsten output, reaching between 5400 and 9000 lux at 1 meter depending on the reflector used. Its 5600K daylight color temperature and CRI ≥95 also ensure the light quality is suitable for professional photography and video production.
