Aputure
Aputure Amaran 100d S Daylight LED Video Light
★★★★★
48V
CRI 96+ daylight at 100W with near-silent cooling and Bowens mount compatibility — the Amaran 100d S brings broadcast-grade color to shoots where noise and heat can't be tolerated.
$143.10*
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Overview
Key Features
【Impeccable Color Fidelity】CRI 96+ TLCI 99+ Offers Natural, Pristine Color for Broadcast Video, Photography, Television Production and Studio Filmmaking; Color Temperature of 5600K, allowing you to produce light that is cooler than conventional daylight.
【Sidus Link Control】The 100d S can be controlled wirelessly via the Sidus Link app, granting it access to 8lightingeffects,includingPaparazzi,Fireworks,Lightning,Faulty Bulb,TV,Pulse,Strobe,and Explosion.
【Ultra Silent Fan】Come with silent cooling system,the light remains cool no matter how long your shoot goes on.And maximum noise value is less than 25 dB to show its excellent noise immunity.
【Versatile Power Supply Methods】48V DC power input grants the 100dS with the flexibility of battery power using two Gold or V-Mount batteries with the Aputure 2-Bay Battery.Power Station*, providing versatile power options for seamless workflowsacrossall shootingenvironments.
【Bowens mount】The 100ds Equipped with soft light umbrella hole, and a Bowens reflector mount for access to Amaran light shapers and also those many other manufacturers that use this popular mount.
Specifications
Power
100W
Color Temperature
5600K (Daylight)
CRI
96+
TLCI
99+
Mount
Bowens Mount
Power Input
48V DC
Battery Compatibility
Gold-mount / V-mount (via Aputure 2-Bay Battery Power Station, sold separately)
Fan Noise
Max 25 dB
Wireless Control
Sidus Link App (Bluetooth)
Lighting Effects
Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Strobe, Explosion
Additional Features
Umbrella hole
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- CRI 96+ / TLCI 99+ color scores at 5600K deliver broadcast-accurate daylight rendering that holds up under the scrutiny of high-resolution cameras and demanding color grading.
- Sub-25 dB fan noise is genuinely quiet enough for sync-sound interview and dialogue shoots without requiring the light to be removed from the set.
- Bowens mount opens access to the widest modifier ecosystem in the industry, letting you adapt the fixture to any shooting scenario without proprietary accessories.
- Sidus Link wireless app control with eight dynamic lighting effects adds narrative filmmaking capability that would require a separate unit on a conventional fixture.
- 48V DC battery compatibility via dual Gold/V-mount enables off-grid operation on locations where AC power is not available.
👎 Cons
- 100W output is strong for a single-subject interview setup but will require supplementary units or high-gain modifiers to adequately light larger sets or wide multi-subject scenes.
- The 2-Bay Battery Power Station required for battery operation is a separate purchase — the out-of-box configuration is AC-only.
- Fixed 5600K color temperature means the 100d S cannot be tuned warmer for tungsten-mixed environments; a bi-color unit would be more versatile in locations with mixed or variable ambient light.
- At 100W COB output, the light is not hand-holdable for dynamic or gimbal-mounted lighting moves — it requires a stand or rigging point, limiting run-and-gun flexibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 5600K color temperature accurate enough for broadcast and video work, and what do those color scores actually mean on set?
CRI 96+ and TLCI 99+ are the relevant benchmarks. CRI measures how accurately the light renders color versus a reference source; 96+ puts it in the range where skin tones, fabric colors, and set elements all reproduce faithfully. TLCI 99+ is the broadcast-specific version of that test — a score approaching 100 means camera sensors will read color from this light essentially as they would read natural daylight. For interview work, product shoots, and broadcast segments, those numbers translate directly to less correction time in post.
How loud is the fan, and will it be a problem in interview or dialogue recording scenarios?
Aputure specifies a maximum of 25 dB for the cooling fan — quieter than a typical HVAC hum. In practice, most boom operators and location sound recordists treat sub-30 dB fan noise as manageable, particularly when the light is positioned beyond the typical boom operating range. For close-mic or lavalier setups, it's a non-issue at normal working distances.
What does Bowens mount compatibility mean for modifier options?
Bowens is the most widely adopted mount standard in the soft-box and modifier market. Bowens compatibility on the 100d S means you have access to Aputure's own Amaran light shapers plus a very large third-party ecosystem — softboxes, beauty dishes, grids, and reflectors from dozens of manufacturers. The additional umbrella hole adds further flexibility for classic photographic modifiers.
Can I run the 100d S on battery power, and what does that require?
Yes — it accepts 48V DC input, which supports two Gold-mount or V-mount batteries via an Aputure 2-Bay Battery Power Station (sold separately). Battery operation enables fully wireless, AC-independent setups, useful on location or in spaces where power runs are impractical.
What lighting effects does the Sidus Link app unlock on the 100d S?
The app provides access to eight dynamic effects: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Strobe, and Explosion. These are built-in presets controllable wirelessly via Bluetooth — useful for narrative filmmaking and event production where a practical lighting effect would otherwise require a separate unit or manual flickering.
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