What is color temperature?Updated 18 days ago

Color temperature describes how warm or cool a light appears, based on the spectrum it produces. It’s measured in Kelvin (K).

• Warm Light – Around 4000 K or below, giving a cozy, amber glow similar to candlelight or tungsten bulbs.

• Cool Light – Around 6000 K or above, producing a crisp, bluish tone similar to daylight on a clear sky.

• Neutral Light – Between 4000–6000 K, offering a balanced, natural appearance ideal for most photography, videography, and workspace setups.

💡 Tips & Tricks for Using Color Temperature

• For a warm, inviting feel: Set your light between 2700–3500 K—perfect for portraits, home settings, or beauty lighting.

• For natural daylight matching: Aim for 5000–5600 K to blend seamlessly with outdoor light or window-lit environments.

• For sharp, high-focus work: Use 6000–6500 K to reduce eye strain and increase clarity for tasks like crafting, editing, or product photography.

• Mixing light sources? Try to match their color temperatures to avoid odd color casts in your images or videos.