Aputure is taking its Light Storm product line up a notch with the introduction of the new Light Storm 1200d Pro, the brightest option in the Aputure and Light Storm lineup. The Light Storm, unveiled at the Cine Gear 2021 conference, promises an array of exciting features for creators. It incorporates a 1200W Daylight COB chipset, putting it on par with similar HMI Lights. Also, it boasts an astonishing 83,100+ lux output at a distance of three meters when used with the 15-degree Hyper Reflector.
And that’s only the beginning. The Aputure Light Storm 1200d Pro is powerful, weather resistant, and works with a variety of modifiers like the Aputure Light Dome soft boxes and lanterns. Read on for more about the new Aputure Light Storm 1200d Pro.
Key features of the Aputure Light Storm 1200d Pro
With a 1200W COB and up to 83,100 lux at a distance of up to three meters, the Aputure Light Storm 1200d Pro is more than an exciting new light fixture. It’s the brightest light in Aputure’s Light Storm line. Also, continuing the superlatives, it’s the industry’s highest output Bowens mount light fixture. This pro-level light can work across a variety of Bowens modifiers. It also comes with three Bowens mount hyper reflectors with narrow, medium, and wide beam angles. This high-quality light fixture will bring an array of lighting possibilities to your set. Here are some of its main features:
- 1200W Daylight COB chipset
- 83,1000+ lux at three meters (with narrow Hyper Reflector)
- Three hyper reflectors for a variety of shooting scenarios (wide, narrow, medium)
- Four fan modes
- Water and dust resistant
- 1% stepless dimming
- Sidus Mesh integration offers remote control via smartphone or tablet (and accompanying Sidus Link app)
- Color accuracy measurements of CRI ≥96, TLCI ≥98, CQS≥95, and SSI (D56) ≥73
Brightest Bowens on the market
As the first and only Bowens Mount LED to incorporate 1200W COB, the Light Storm 1200d Pro is a game-changer for professional creators. It’s compatible with Bowens Mount modifiers including the Aputure Light Dome soft boxes and lanterns, and the Light Storm 1200d Pro also works with Bowens Mount soft boxes from companies like DoPchoice and Chimera Lighting.
Versatility with three hyper reflectors
The Light Storm 1200d Pro comes with three Hyper Reflectors for ultimate versatility on set. The narrow Hyper Reflect offers 83,100 lux at up to three meters, the medium Hyper Reflector promises 22,400 lux at up to three meters, and the wide boasts 9,610 lux at up to three meters, according to No Film School.
A durable construction
While the Light Storm 1200d Pro is professional quality, you can still take it out to shoot in more rugged conditions. The light fixture incorporates a weather-resistant design, with waterproof fans, rubber caps to protect ports, sealed internal structures, and a variety of weatherproof connectors. The result? A strong light source that can truly withstand the elements.
Professional controls built-in
The Light Storm 1200d Pro isn’t just pro-quality. It also incorporates a number of important professional controls built with experienced lighting technicians in mind. It incorporates sACN and Art-net by using an etherCON connector and Lumenradio CRMX. The fixture also comes with impressively responsive on-board controls. Not to mention, it is compatible with the Sidus Link app so you can control the Light Storm 1200d Pro via smartphone or tablet. The mobile app works up to 400 meters away, and also links with other products like the Nova P600c.
A new control box design
Creators will be thrilled to see the new control box design with the Light Storm 1200d Pro. It incorporated DMX512 in and out ports, an etherCON connector, two 48V/15A three-pin XLR inputs, plus an AC input. All of these features can be found on the side, with a purposeful orientation built to ensure a flexible workflow that minimizes potential damage. You can set the control box upright, or place it down on set easily. It also comes with two lightning clamps for arranging light stands.
An advanced user interface
With the Light Storm 1200d Pro, you’ll enjoy an intuitive and detailed LCD screen that lets you control the fixture seamlessly. The bright LCD display is easy to read, and features all of the information you need to control your light.
Carrying cases included
In addition to the Light Storm 1200d Pro’s durable construction, you can rest assured your fixture and associated parts stay safe during travel with the included dual carrying cases: a rolling lamp case and a reflector carrying case, which easily stack on top of each other.
