Aputure 300d II LED Video Light Daylight Balanced V-Mount

Name: Aputure 300d II LED Video Light Daylight Balanced V-Mount
Brand: Aputure
SKU: 300d II

Overview

Unleash Your Creative Vision with the Aputure 300d II

Experience a revolution in lighting with the Aputure 300d II. This powerful LED fixture builds upon the legacy of its predecessor, delivering enhanced brightness, durability, and portability, all while maintaining exceptional color fidelity. Perfect for filmmakers seeking unparalleled control and performance.

Specifications:

Model: Aputure LS C300D II
Operation Current: 3.5A
Power Consumption: 350W (maximum)
Power Supply: AC100-240V 50/60Hz
Cooling Mode: Active Cooling
TLCI: ≥96
CRI: ≥96
CQS: ≥95
Color Temperature: 5500k±200k
Radio Frequency: 2.4GHz
Channels: 1/2/3
Groups: A/B/C/D
Remote Ability: ≤100m
Battery Operating Voltage Range: 12v-16.8v
App Control Type: Bluetooth 5.0
Size: Light: 298.4*215.6*344.5mm; Controller box(V-mount):278.6*126.7*96.7mm

Key Enhancements:

Increased Brightness: 20% brighter than the original 300d. Up to 80,000 lux with Fresnel 2X.
Impeccable Color Fidelity: CRI and TLCI ratings of 96+ and 97+ respectively.
Robust Lamp Head: New yoke design with 360° rotation and handbrake locking mechanism.
Hyper Reflector: All-new, hyper-efficient 55° reflector for increased output.
Silent Control Box: Fan-less heatsink design for completely silent operation.
Built-in Lighting FX: 8 built-in lighting FX with trigger button activation.
Stepless Dimming: 0%-100% stepless dimming control with 4 dimming curves.
Multiple Control Options: DMX512 compatibility, 2.4Ghz wireless remote, and Sidus Link App control via Bluetooth mesh network.
Redesigned Carrying Case: Durable case supporting up to 100kg.

Key Features

Aputure 300d Mark II is 20% brighter, more durable, more portable, and more intelligent than the original 300d. Change the way you light.

Aputure C300d II outputs a whopping 20% more light than its predecessor. When combined with the Fresnel 2X, the 300d Mark II can produce up to 80,000 lux, approaching the luminance of a 575W HMI. And as always, the 5500K‐balanced 300d Mark II maintains impeccable color fidelity with CRI and TLCI ratings of 96+ and 97+ respectively.

Aputure LS C300d II’s All‐in‐One control box is now completely silent.The control box of the 300d Mark II features 8 built‐in lighting FX: “Paparazzi”, “Spark”, “Lightning”, “Faulty Bulb”, “TV”, “Pulse”, “Flash”, and “Explosion”, with more coming in future firmware updates via the control boxes USB interface. The control box also features a new “trigger” button to activate lighting FX instantly.

300d Mark II also features DMX512‐compatibility, a new 2.4Ghz Aputure Wireless remote with an FX toggle button, and the ability to be controlled by the Sidus Link App using our Bluetooth mesh network protocol.

Specifications

Light Output Increase

20% brighter than original 300d

Max Illuminance (with Fresnel 2X)

80,000 lux

Color Temperature

5500K

CRI Rating

96+

TLCI Rating

97+

Built-in Lighting FX

8 (Paparazzi, Spark, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Flash, Explosion)

Control Box Operation

Completely silent

Firmware Update Interface

USB

DMX Compatibility

DMX512-compatible

Wireless Remote

New 2.4Ghz Aputure Wireless remote with FX toggle button

App Control

Sidus Link App via Bluetooth mesh network protocol

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Delivers 20% more light output compared to its predecessor, offering greater illumination power
Achieves an impressive 80,000 lux when combined with the Fresnel 2X, approaching the intensity of a 575W HMI
Maintains excellent color fidelity with CRI and TLCI ratings of 96+ and 97+ respectively, ensuring accurate color reproduction
Features an all-in-one control box that operates silently, ideal for sound-sensitive production environments
Includes 8 built-in lighting effects such as "Paparazzi" and "Lightning," with more planned via firmware updates
Offers versatile control options including DMX512-compatibility, a 2.4Ghz Aputure Wireless remote, and Sidus Link App control

👎 Cons

Achieving maximum lux output requires an additional Fresnel 2X accessory, which is not included
The 5500K color temperature is daylight balanced, offering less flexibility for warm indoor lighting without gels
Future firmware updates, while adding features, require using the control box's USB interface for installation
While robust, the all-in-one control box is a single point of failure for the light's advanced functionalities
Relies on a 2.4Ghz wireless remote, which could be susceptible to interference in crowded wireless environments

Frequently Asked Questions

How much brighter is the Aputure 300d Mark II compared to the original?

The Aputure 300d Mark II is 20% brighter than its predecessor, providing enhanced light output for various shooting needs.

What is the color temperature of the 300d Mark II?

The light is 5500K-balanced, making it suitable for daylight shooting conditions and maintaining consistent color fidelity.

Does the control box make any noise during operation?

No, the all-in-one control box of the Aputure LS C300d II is designed to be completely silent, which is beneficial for video productions.

What kind of special effects are built into this light?

The control box features 8 built-in lighting effects, including "Paparazzi," "Spark," "Lightning," "Faulty Bulb," "TV," "Pulse," "Flash," and "Explosion."

How can I control the Aputure 300d Mark II?

You can control it via DMX512, a new 2.4Ghz Aputure Wireless remote, or through the Sidus Link App using Bluetooth mesh network protocol.

What are the color accuracy ratings for this LED light?

The 300d Mark II maintains impressive color fidelity with CRI and TLCI ratings of 96+ and 97+ respectively.