Both Apertureand Amaranproducts are regarded as some of the best you can get in regards to lighting units for their performance, build quality and listening to consumers to improve on products/firmware updates.

In 2014, the Aputure we now know and love was founded, and if you thought Aputure was just a form of misspelt branding like Lyft, the name combines the words “ aperture” and “ future.” accurate color rendering, with increased CRI [96], TLCI [99], TM30 RF [96], and TM-30 RG [103] values. Inside the box is a 3m long 48V 3-Pin XLR input power supply, a 1.5m AC power cable, a 55° Hyper-Reflector, and the 100d unit itself. Aputure Amaran Review Hands-on with the 100d Designed with the familiar monolight form factor, intuitive design, and solid core features, the 100d LED Light from Amaran is a 100W light source with 5600K color and a CRI/TLCI rating of 95/96 to indicate advanced accuracy in color rendering.The light is dimmable from 0 to 100%, and while you can make light intensity adjustments locally on the fixture, you can also make them via Bluetooth with your smartphone and a free app. The 100d has eight built-in customizable effects, an umbrella mount, and a Bowens reflector mount for access to Amaran light shapers and also those many other manufacturers that use this popular mount. The 100d is ready for worldwide use via its built-in 100-240V power supply, but it will also run on optional batteries when AC power is unavailable. The main philosophy behind Amaran products is affordability but powerful; nobody likes to have second thoughts after being disappointed by buying a cheaper product compared to a more premium feature riched product with all the bells and whistles. Do you need the ability to change the color temperature within the fixture or will gels do? For adding gels to the Amaran 100d and 200d, you’ll find the Aputure barn doors available here. Image Credit: Graham Sheldon / CineD Accessories

Aputureis aimed towards high-end users and professionals who want the best lighting system to aid them in their productions. Amaran,on the other hand, is for the newcomer to the video/photography space, online content creators and even streamers who need an affordable option that can provide a clean light source without spending hundreds of dollars. The Amaran 100d is a daylight point-source LED fixture with stunning brightness and wireless Bluetooth app control. Meet the perfect light for content creators, interviews, portrait photography, and video production. By using the latest COB technology from Amaran, the 100d is able to output a powerful 39,500 lux at 1 meter using the 55° Hyper-Reflector while remaining incredibly compact. First, let’s discuss what both brands offer; each offers powerful lighting equipment for studios and enthusiasts, light-shaping accessories, and lighting software. The difference? Price, features and materials used. The 100d S’s 48V DC power input grants the color accurate LED light with the flexibility of both AC and battery power options. Use two Gold or V-Mount batteries with the Aputure 2-Bay Battery Power Station* or the included AC Power Supply for seamless workflows across all shooting environments. The overall output of 41500 lx at 3 ft is about double that of the 100d — which makes sense. 5422K with a target of 5600K is also excellent. Okay, Amaran series, now you’ve really got my attention.The one-person band/YouTube crowd will love them both and so will in-house video teams shooting web content, an activity which has become much more common. The Amaran 100d is a daylight point-source LED fixture with stunning brightness and wireless Bluetooth app control. Amaran provides the ultimate lights for content creators, interviews, portrait photography and video production. The Amaran 100d & 100x and 200d & 200x. A series of lights aimed at online content creators, photographers, live streamers and solo filmmakers who need consistent lighting for a fraction of the price of the professional units.

Along with intensity control, with the app you can apply one of eight different lighting effects: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulsing, Strobe, or Explosion. I could definitely see myself using one of these on a music video or horror film shoot. There’s no doubt that the price to performance is there for the 100d, but its targeted audience is newcomers or budget-friendly users who need something reliable, portable and doesn’t break the bank. The 120D, on the other hand, is built for professionals or enthusiasts who can afford to pay for Apturue’s professional-grade products; they are the users who need the best when it comes to performance, mounting options and top-of-the-line build quality. They keep it simple with the main aspect of the product providing high-quality lighting for all users but maintaining acceptable build quality and minimal features to justify its low price.Incredibly compact and lightweight. Weighing in at 1.4kg (3.086lbs), the amaran 100d has an ultra compact lamp head with built-in controls, perfect for on-the-go content creation. While remaining incredibly compact, it is also able to output a powerful 39,500 lux at 1 meter using the 55° Hyper-Reflector.