The LS C120D II uses 2.4 GHz tech to turn on and off and control brightness remotely over distances of up to 328 feet. If you have another Aputure light, you can use the same remote to control all of the company's lights. This is convenient because you may control up to three separate lights with one remote. I recently reviewed the MC series and the new 300D MK II and it seemed like an oversight to not spend more time with the 120D II. As a longtime user of the first generation 120D, I was particularly interested in the design updates in the second generation. Is it worth upgrading? Or, if you own the original 120D are you okay waiting? Let’s dive in. The most notable of these upgrades is its power unit - the C120D II is now powered by a single, all-in-one power box. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum but maintaining its lightweight build, a single power unit means less cabling and power components so filmmakers spend less time setting up their light and more time being creative. Aputure 300D II Led Light with Light Dome II Combo】With Aputure Light Dome II​ Softbox kit for Photography TLCI Television Lighting Consistency Index is an accurate measurement of the color integrity of a source of light for broadcast use. As a result, the LS C120D II will exhibit its original color in pictures and video operations. Powerful temperature control with remote controller

Impeccable Color Fidelity】: CRI 96+ TLCI 97+ Guarantees Natural, Pristine Color for Broadcast Video, Photography, Television Production and Studio Filmmaking; 5500k color temp matches the sun and blend seamlessly as white light for natural look. In terms of overall build – the mounting yoke is identical to the 300D MK II and allows for much-improved freedom of movement. A big improvement is also the combination of the power/controller unit. Fewer components just lead to faster setups and more shots per day. Unfortunately, the 120D MK II doesn’t come with a similar light stand mount to the one that ships with the 300D MK II. Perhaps this could be created as an additional accessory in the future? The LS C120D II has a heat control mechanism that is sophisticated. The fan's rotation will be adjusted according to the air temperature. The 120d II features 0% to 100% dimming control making it capable of being both the brightest and dimmest light on your set.You might find yourselves repeating this procedure several times. Having the ability to lower or switch off or on the lights from behind the camera saves time. Final verdict: Is the Aputure 120d II worth it? The C120D II has taken the precision controls of the C120D and expands upon them even further, allowing for dimming seamlessly from 100% all the down to 1%, meaning the C120D II is capable of being both the brightest and dimmest light on your set.

While the original C120D came in at 6000K, the C120D II has a perfect 5500K daylight, allowing it to perfectly blend with other daylight-balanced lights in the Aputure ecosystem. We’ve taken all of your favorite features from the first generation 120d and added upgrades, improvements, and new features. The 120d II was reengineered to be 25% brighter than its predecessor, with the ability to output up to 67,000 lux at 1m with the Fresnel 2X. A 25% output increase is nothing to scoff at. I first turned on the 120D MK II and lit most of the downstairs of my home with the bundled reflector mount. Before the neighbors started asking about alien invasions I turned it off and decided to try it in a few situations in real filming environments for this review. It still doesn’t quite have the output for most exterior daytime applications (depending on cloud cover and time of day), but for that, I suggest you use a 300D MK II anyway. Perfect Color Fidelity】: CRI 96+ TLCI 97+ Guarantees Natural, Pristine Color for Broadcast Video, Photography, Television Production and Studio Filmmaking; 5500k color temp matches the sun and blend seamlessly as white light for natural look.

The C120D II boasts an incredible luminance of 135,000 lux at 0.5 meters away with the Aputure Fresnel (optional). With an approximate brightness equivalent to a 1,000-watt tungsten light, the C120D II is nearly 25% brighter than the 1st generation C120D, making it competitive with some of the highest-grade studio lights on the market.