The HVL-LBPC LED battery video light provides a high intensity light, extended life, and low power consumption. The HVL-LBPC is designed to provide the optimum spread for wide-angle shooting with NXCAM and XDCAM camcorders. It illuminates with uniform intensity right across the field of view. The attached diffuser makes it possible to soften shadows and reduce contrast. Powered by BP Series or L Series batteries with an operating life of about 3 hours. When the HVL-LBPC is attached to the MI (Multi-Interface) Shoe of a camcorder such as the PXW-X180, the power on/off can be controlled by the camcorder's power on/off status or be based on the rec start/stop status.