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Professional Stage Lighting & LED Video Wall Product Comparisons

Q: How should I compare LED video wall pixel pitch?

Compare pixel pitch against viewing distance, screen size, content detail, camera requirements and budget. Smaller pitch generally supports closer viewing and finer image detail.

Compare products by application, optics, color system, control, weather protection, installation and rental requirements — not simply by wattage or price.

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How to Compare Professional Lighting Fixtures

A good comparison starts with the job the fixture must perform.

Answer first: choose the fixture that best matches the application, environment, optical requirement and control workflow. Then compare output, color, IP rating, dimensions, weight, power, serviceability and total system cost. A fixture with higher wattage is not automatically the better choice.

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Start with the product or technical decision you are currently evaluating.

01. IP65 BAR FX2 vs FX3RGB pixel bar with cold white vs RGB + white + amber architecture. 02. IP65 PANEL FX2 vs FX3Outdoor pixel panel options for strobe, wash and FX walls. 03. STORM 300BSW IP vs Indoor Moving HeadWhen IP65 outdoor protection and hybrid optics matter. 04. P1.9 vs P2.6 vs P3.9How LED video wall pixel pitch affects viewing distance and use. 05. RGBW vs BiColor FresnelChoose between creative color control and adjustable white light. 06. Cyclorama LightingCompare LED cyclorama requirements with conventional background lighting.

Comparison 01 · Outdoor Pixel Bar

IP65 BAR FX2 vs IP65 BAR FX3

Both fixtures are IP65 outdoor linear pixel strobe/wash bars with 48 RGB zones. The main selection point is the LED color architecture and the level of pixel/effect control required.

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Specification	IP65 BAR FX2	IP65 BAR FX3
Outdoor protection	IP65	IP65
RGB pixel system	576 × 0.5W RGB SMD, 48 zones	576 × 0.5W RGB SMD, 48 zones
White / amber system	288 × 3W Cool White, 48 zones	144 × 3W Cool White, 24 zones + 144 × 3W Amber, 24 zones
Color architecture	RGB + Cool White	RGB + White + Amber
DMX modes	4 / 14 / 62 / 192 / 206 CH	6 / 19 / 51 / 67 / 97 / 99 / 115 / 193 / 195 CH
Beam / field	68° / 114°	68° / 114°
Rated / strobe power	400W / up to 600W strobe	400W / up to 600W strobe
Dimensions / weight	1000 × 100 × 200 mm / 10 kg	1000 × 100 × 200 mm / 10 kg

Which should you choose? Choose FX2 when strong RGB + cold-white pixel/strobe capability is the priority. Choose FX3 when white + amber control and richer RGBWA-style visual effects are important.

Comparison 02 · Outdoor FX Panel

IP65 PANEL FX2 vs IP65 PANEL FX3

Both are IP65 square-format outdoor FX fixtures. The choice depends on whether the project prioritizes separate RGB/white pixel zoning or the RGBL + central white FX architecture of FX3.

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Specification	IP65 PANEL FX2	IP65 PANEL FX3
Outdoor protection	IP65	IP65
Color / effect engine	800 × 0.5W RGB + 200 × 3W Cool White	18 × 20W RGBL 4-in-1 + 128 × 3W Cool White
Pixel architecture	40 RGB zones + 30 white zones	RGBL 4-in-1 color system + central cool-white LEDs
DMX modes	15 / 50 / 158 CH	5 / 15 / 49 / 103 / 88 CH
Beam / field	68° / 114°	68° / 114°
Rated / strobe power	600W / up to 1000W strobe	400W / up to 600W strobe
Dimensions / weight	408 × 214 × 158 mm / 9.5 kg	408 × 274 × 158 mm / 11.5 kg

Which should you choose? Choose FX2 when separate RGB/white zoning and high strobe power are central. Choose FX3 when RGBL color effects, eye-candy and immersive FX-wall visuals are the priority.

Comparison 03 · Moving Head

STORM 300BSW IP vs Standard Indoor Moving Head

This is an application comparison rather than a claim that one fixture replaces every indoor moving head. The key question is whether outdoor weather protection and hybrid Beam/Spot/Wash functionality are required.

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Decision Factor	STORM 300BSW IP	Typical Indoor Moving Head
Outdoor weather protection	IP65 weather-sealed housing	Depends on model; many indoor fixtures are not outdoor-rated
Fixture role	Beam + Spot + Wash hybrid	Depends on fixture type
LED engine	300W high-output white LED engine	Depends on model
Zoom	4°–40° motorized zoom	Depends on model
Control	DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, sACN; optional wireless	Depends on model
Best-fit application	Outdoor touring, festivals, rental and live stages	Indoor stages, theatres, clubs and venues according to model

Selection rule: If the fixture may regularly work outdoors, start with the IP rating. If the production also needs beam, spot and wash functions from one moving head, a hybrid fixture such as STORM 300BSW IP becomes a strong candidate.

Comparison 04 · LED Video Wall

P1.9 vs P2.6 vs P3.9 Rental LED Video Wall

Pixel pitch should be selected according to viewing distance, screen size, content detail, camera requirements and budget. This is a planning guide, not a substitute for a project-specific visual and camera test.

Factor	P1.9	P2.6	P3.9
Pixel pitch	1.9 mm	2.6 mm	3.9 mm
Relative image detail	Highest of the three	Balanced	Lower at close distance
Close viewing	Strong candidate	Strong candidate depending on distance	Usually better for longer viewing distances
Typical decision focus	Fine detail and close audience	Balance of detail, cost and versatility	Longer viewing distances and cost efficiency
Important checks	Viewing distance, screen size, brightness, refresh rate, camera use, cabinet design, indoor/outdoor rating and total project budget.

Selection rule: Do not choose pixel pitch from screen size alone. Define the nearest important viewing position first, then confirm camera requirements, content detail and budget.

Comparison 05 · Theatre & Studio

RGBW vs BiColor LED Fresnel

Both can be useful for professional front light, key light and studio applications. The right choice depends on whether the project needs broad color creativity or primarily controlled white-light output.

Explore Fresnel Lighting 200W RGBW Zoom Fresnel 200W BiColor Fresnel

Decision Factor	RGBW LED Fresnel	BiColor LED Fresnel
Main strength	Creative color control and flexible color effects	Fast white-light adjustment
Color workflow	Useful when colored light is part of the design	Useful when the main requirement is adjustable white light
Typical applications	Theatre, events, creative studio and multi-purpose productions	TV, interviews, studio, theatre and corporate AV
Key specifications	Zoom, color mixing, output, CRI and control	Zoom, CCT range, output, CRI and control
Best buying question	Do I need the fixture to create colored light?	Do I mainly need accurate, adjustable white light?

Selection rule: For studio or conference environments where skin tone and adjustable white light are the priority, BiColor can be the simpler fit. For theatre and creative productions requiring color flexibility, RGBW provides a broader design toolset.

Comparison 06 · Cyclorama

LED Cyclorama Lighting vs Conventional Background Lighting

Cyclorama lighting is selected primarily for coverage and background uniformity. Compare stage width, height, throw distance, color requirements and control workflow before selecting fixture quantity.

Explore Cyclorama Lighting Theatre Lighting Application

Decision Factor	Professional LED Cyclorama Fixture	Conventional Background Lighting
Background coverage	Designed around controlled wall/cyc washing	May require more fixtures or additional optical planning
Color workflow	Modern LED color systems can provide flexible color control	Depends strongly on lamp and fixture architecture
Control	DMX-based professional lighting workflow	Depends on the installed fixture system
Selection priority	Uniformity, coverage, color, throw and spacing	Coverage, fixture position, lamp/fixture type and control
Best buying question	Can the fixture provide the required uniform wash over the entire cyc?	Can the existing system achieve the required coverage and color consistency?

Selection rule: For theatre, studio and multi-purpose stages, specify required coverage and uniformity first. Then calculate fixture quantity and spacing instead of selecting only by nominal wattage.

7 Rules for a Better Product Comparison

Use these rules when comparing YUE YUAN products with another supplier's fixture.

Compare the Application

A theatre Fresnel, outdoor moving head and pixel bar solve different problems even if their wattage numbers appear similar.

Compare the Optics

Beam angle, zoom range, field angle and throw distance often matter more than nominal LED wattage.

Compare the Color System

RGBW, RGBL, BiColor and white-light engines are designed for different color and production workflows.

Compare Control

Check DMX channels, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, pixel zoning and console integration before making a shortlist.

Compare Environment

Outdoor rental equipment should be evaluated for IP rating, connectors, housing and repeated transport conditions.

Compare Logistics

Weight, dimensions, flightcase capacity, power distribution and spare parts affect the real cost of a rental fleet.

Compare the Complete System

Include control, mounting, accessories, documentation, service, warranty and technical support in the final decision.

Ask for Project Advice

When two fixtures appear close on paper, provide the venue and application so engineering can recommend the better fit.

Continue Your Research

Use the other resource centers after narrowing down the product choice.

Product Comparison FAQ

Common questions when evaluating professional lighting products.

What should I compare when choosing two professional stage lighting fixtures?

Compare the application first, then output, optics, color system, control, IP rating, physical dimensions, weight, power, installation and rental or fixed-use requirements.

What is the main difference between IP65 BAR FX2 and IP65 BAR FX3?

Both are IP65 outdoor pixel strobe bars with 48 RGB zones. FX2 uses cold-white LED zones, while FX3 adds white and amber LED zones for a broader RGB plus white and amber visual architecture.

What is the main difference between IP65 PANEL FX2 and IP65 PANEL FX3?

FX2 uses separate RGB and cool-white LED systems, while FX3 uses RGBL 4-in-1 LEDs plus central cool-white LEDs and is positioned for richer color and immersive FX applications.

Is a higher-wattage fixture always better?

No. Wattage is only one specification. Optics, LED efficiency, beam angle, color system, thermal design, output distribution, control and the actual application should all be considered.

How should I compare LED video wall pixel pitch?

Compare pixel pitch against the nearest important viewing position, screen size, content detail, camera requirements and budget. Smaller pitch generally supports closer viewing and finer image detail.

Can YUE YUAN LIGHTING recommend between two shortlisted fixtures?

Yes. Send the shortlisted models together with the application, venue, quantity, indoor/outdoor environment, control system and target effect. The sales and engineering team can help identify the more appropriate option.

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