I've always wanted someone of great experience to explain the advantages to the Dedo Lights. I have used Dedos and they are very nice to work with however I've only ever been able to afford Arri's also a very nice light. Can someone explain why the Dedo's are $700 while the Arri's are $250? Thanks Jeff
Jeff the Dedo lights have a different lens system which allows (at least they claim, I haven't measured) more even light distribution and more concentrated light when spotted in (smaller coverage, more intensity) than fresnel lights. The one's I've used have also come with a dimmer built into the power cord. Are they worth an extra $450? Maybe if you really need the focusing range of the Dedo and the dimmer is handy. Only you can make the call.
Oh, you really asked why...because they can?