The Godox ML40Bi is a compact and portable 40W bi-colour LED light designed for content creators, photographers, and videographers. Featuring adjustable colour temperature from 2800K to 6500K, a built-in rechargeable battery, NFC app connectivity, and 11 creative lighting effects, it delivers professional lighting performance in a lightweight, travel-friendly design.
Palm-Sized Portable Design
The Godox ML40Bi Bi-Colour Portable LED Light is designed for creators who need powerful lighting in an ultra-compact form factor. Small enough to fit into your gear bag, this lightweight 40W LED light features a built-in battery, magnetic mounting system, and NFC app connectivity for flexible shooting anywhere.
Unlike larger fixtures, the ML40Bi combines portability with impressive performance, making it ideal for content creators, vloggers, mobile productions, livestreaming, interviews, and on-location shoots.
The included 10° lens reflector boosts light output significantly while maintaining a compact setup.
Bright Bi-Colour Output
Despite its compact size, the ML40Bi delivers strong illumination with accurate colour reproduction.
- 1060 lux at 1m (5600K) without reflector
- Up to 26,400 lux with included 10° reflector
- Adjustable colour temperature from 2800K to 6500K
- CRI/TLCI rating of 96 for natural and accurate colours
- Smooth 0100% dimming control
The bi-colour design allows easy adjustment between warm and cool lighting to match different environments and creative styles.
Built-In Creative Lighting Effects
Create cinematic scenes and dynamic content using 11 built-in lighting effects:
- Flash
- Lightning
- Cloudy
- Broken Bulb
- TV
- Candle
- Fire
- Fireworks
- Explosion
- Welding
- SOS
These effects help simulate realistic lighting scenarios without additional equipment.
Smart Wireless Control
Adjust settings directly on the light or wirelessly using the Godox Light App via Bluetooth connectivity up to 30m away.
The ML40Bi also supports NFC pairing for quick and simple setup:
- Open the Godox Light App
- Select "Add NFC"
- Tap your smartphone against the light's NFC area
The app also supports automatic firmware updates.
Internal Battery & Intelligent Cooling
The integrated rechargeable battery provides up to 42 minutes of runtime at full brightness and charges in approximately 2.5 hours via USB-C.
To maintain stable performance during extended use, the ML40Bi includes an intelligent cooling system with multiple fan modes:
- Mute Mode silent operation
- Auto Mode balanced cooling and noise control
- Medium/High Mode enhanced cooling for extended high-output use
Expandable Power Options
For longer shooting sessions, the ML40Bi can also be powered using:
- Optional Godox BG02 battery grip
- Compatible 60W+ USB-C power bank
This provides greater flexibility for outdoor and mobile productions.
Flexible Mounting Options
The ML40Bi features a proprietary Godox mount and includes a convenient release button for quick accessory changes.
Additional mounting options include:
- Built-in magnetic back for attaching to metal surfaces
- Standard 1/4"-20 mounting thread for tripods and light stands
Weighing only 423g (without reflector), the ML40Bi is easy to carry and ideal for creators working on the move.
Godox ML40Bi Specs
Light Fixture
| Item Type | 1x LED Spotlight |
| Included Light Modifier | 1x Reflector |
| Included Storage Case | No |
| Photometrics | 3200K:
83 fc / 904 Lux at 1 m (Unmodified)
22 fc / 238 Lux at 2 m (Unmodified)
10 fc / 116 Lux at 3 m (Unmodified)
3200K:
2099 fc / 22,600 Lux at 1 m (with Reflector)
460 fc / 4960 Lux at 2 m (with Reflector)
188 fc / 2030 Lux at 3 m (with Reflector)
5600K:
98 fc / 1060 Lux at 1 m (Unmodified)
26 fc / 280 Lux at 2 m (Unmodified)
12 fc / 136 Lux at 3 m (Unmodified)
5600K:
2452 fc / 26,400 Lux at 1 m (with Reflector)
542 fc / 5840 Lux at 2 m (with Reflector)
222 fc / 2390 Lux at 3 m (with Reflector) |
| Colour Temperature | 2800 to 6500K |
| Colour Modes | Daylight, Tungsten |
| Colour Accuracy Standard | CRI 97
TLCI 97 |
| Dimming | App-Controlled / Built-In Dimmer
0 to 100% |
| Cooling System | Fan |
| Beam Angle | 10° with Included Reflector |
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Preprogrammed Effects | Yes |
| Umbrella Mount | No |
| Front Accessory Mount | Proprietary |
Connectivity
| Wireless Remote-Control Type | Bluetooth |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Godox Light
Functionality: Firmware Update, Remote Control |
| Wireless Range | 30 m (Bluetooth) |
Power & I/O
| Power Source | Battery (Built-In)
USB Power (Cable Included) |
| Inputs/Outputs | 1x USB-C Female Power Input (5 to 20 VDC at 3 to 5 A) |
| Battery | 1x Rechargeable, 3.6 VDC, 4800 mAh, 17.42 Wh (Built-In)
Up to 42-Minute Runtime at 100% Brightness
2.5-Hour Charge Time via USB-C |
| Battery Charging | 1x Charging Cable (Included) |
| Input Power | 5 VDC at 3 A
9 VDC at 3 A
12 VDC at 3 A
20 VDC at 5 A |
| Included Adapter / Cable | 1x USB-C Male to USB-C Male Cable |
| Power Pass-Thru | No |
| Power Consumption | 40 W |
Mounting
| Fixture Mounting | 1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Magnetic |
General
| Display | Yes |
| Environmental Resistance | No |
| Operating Conditions | 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
| Dimensions | 9.7 x 8.9 x 4.6 cm |
| Weight | 422 g |
