Aputure

Aputure AL-M9 Pocket LED Light CRI 95+

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Pocket-Sized Illumination for On-the-Go Creativity The Aputure Amaran AL-M9 is an ultra-portable LED light designed to provide high-quality illumination in any situation. With a CRI/TLCI of 95+, adjustable brightness, and a built-in battery, this pocket-sized light is perfect for photographers an...

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Overview

Pocket-Sized Illumination for On-the-Go Creativity

The Aputure Amaran AL-M9 is an ultra-portable LED light designed to provide high-quality illumination in any situation. With a CRI/TLCI of 95+, adjustable brightness, and a built-in battery, this pocket-sized light is perfect for photographers and filmmakers who need a reliable and versatile lighting solution.

Specifications:

  • Color Temperature: 5500±200K
  • CRI: >95
  • TLCI: >95
  • Number of LEDs: 9 SMD Bulbs
  • Brightness: ≥900LUX at 0.3m
  • Dimming: 9 Steps Dimming
  • Battery Type: Lithium-polymer (3.7V 1800mAh)
  • Working Time: >1.75 hours (maximum brightness)
  • Charging: Micro-USB
  • Voltage: DC 5V
  • Current: 1A
  • Dimension: 87*56*11mm

Key Features

The Amaran AL-M9 is a pocket sized LED fill light. It is incredibly compact and lightweight with 9 SMD bulbs that are powerful in the palm of your hand

It's flexibility makes it suitable for a wide variety of applications from run and gun video to macro product photography and so on

High Efficiency Bulbs, TLCI 95+,CRI 95+

Built-in Lithium Battery, Charged via USB

Ultra Thin with Only 140g Weight, adjustable Brightness in 9 steps

Specifications

Bulb Type
SMD LED
Number of Bulbs
9
TLCI
95+
CRI
95+
Battery
Built-in Lithium
Charging Method
USB
Weight
140g
Brightness Adjustment
9 steps

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • This pocket-sized LED fill light is incredibly compact and lightweight, making it highly portable for various shooting scenarios.
  • Equipped with 9 powerful SMD bulbs, it delivers significant illumination despite its small form factor.
  • Achieves high color accuracy with a TLCI of 95+ and a CRI of 95+, ensuring faithful color reproduction.
  • Features a built-in lithium battery that is conveniently charged via USB, simplifying power management.
  • The brightness is adjustable in 9 distinct steps, offering precise control over your lighting output.

👎 Cons

  • While offering 9 steps of brightness adjustment, it lacks continuous dimming for finer control.
  • The built-in lithium battery, while convenient, means it cannot use external power without charging.
  • Its pocket size and light output may be insufficient for larger lighting setups or subjects requiring significant illumination.
  • Specific details on the battery's capacity or runtime on a full charge are not provided.
  • The light is ultra-thin with a 140g weight, which might feel insubstantial for users preferring more robust gear.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Amaran AL-M9 is a pocket-sized LED fill light that is incredibly compact and lightweight, making it easily portable with only 140g weight.
The Aputure AL-M9 boasts high efficiency bulbs with a TLCI of 95+ and a CRI of 95+, ensuring excellent color rendering.
This LED light features a built-in lithium battery that is conveniently charged via USB, allowing for flexible power options.
Yes, the brightness of the AL-M9 can be adjusted in 9 distinct steps, providing control over your lighting output.
Its flexibility makes it suitable for a wide variety of applications, from run and gun video shooting to macro product photography.