Aputure

Aputure Amaran 60d S LED Video Light Daylight

4.6 (26 reviews)
65W

Ultra-compact 65W daylight LED with Bowens Mount compatibility and pro-grade color accuracy for creators on the move.

$169.00*
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Overview

The Aputure Amaran 60d S occupies a specific niche in the lighting market: a COB LED small and light enough to travel anywhere, yet capable enough to serve as a key or fill light in modest production setups. At 695 grams and roughly 11 cm per side, it is comparable in size to a mirrorless camera body, which makes it remarkably easy to pack alongside other gear. Despite that compact form factor, it pushes 65 watts through an upgraded LED chipset that achieves color quality metrics — CRI 96, TLCI 99, TM-30 RF 96, and TM-30 RG 100 — that genuinely compete with professional fixtures costing several times more. The 37,800 lux output at one meter with the included reflector provides enough power for interviews, product shots, and small-scale video work.

Where the 60d S adds practical value beyond raw output is in its ecosystem compatibility and control options. The Bowens Mount opens up a wide world of modifiers, from Aputure's own Light Dome and Lantern series to third-party options, while the integrated umbrella holder on the stand adapter offers the fastest possible path to soft light. Sidus Mesh connectivity lets you control intensity and trigger any of the eight built-in lighting effects — including lightning, fireworks, and TV flicker — directly from your phone, which is especially useful when the light is rigged overhead or in tight spaces. Power flexibility is well considered too: the included AC adapter handles studio work, while the dual NP-F battery plate keeps you shooting on location without needing a separate power solution.

Key Features

🍀【Upgraded High SSI LED Daylight】The amaran COB 60d S is an all-new ultra-compact 65W daylight Bowens Mount point-source light with an upgraded LED chipset, bringing incredibly high color quality to the upgraded amaran COB S series. With increased CRI [96], TLCI [99], TM-30 RF [96], and TM-30 RG [100] scores, the latest LED technology brings a significant color upgrade to the amaran family and rivals some of the highest-end lighting fixtures on the market

🍀【Easy to Carry】The aputure amaran COB 60d S is an ultra-compact bi-color LED video light with surprising output and full Bowens Mount versatility. The 60d S is as compact as a camera, weighing in at a featherweight 695 grams , with dimensions just over 11x11x11cm (4x4x4 inches)

🍀【Universal Accessory Mount】The aputure amaran 60d s accessory mount is compatible with a wide variety of Bowens Mount soft light modifiers, including the Aputure Light Dome SE, Light Dome Mini II, Light box 4545 & Lantern(Sold Separately). The maximum load≤ 2.5kg. In addition to the Bowens Mount, the amaran 60d's stand adapter also has an umbrella holder for even faster speed and softness

🍀【8 Built-in Lighting FX】The aputure amaran 60d S also launches with 8 built-in lighting FX, such as Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Strobe, and Explosion using integrated Sidus Mesh technology

🍀【AC / DC Power Supply】 D-Tap Battery Compatible(D-Tap Power Cable (DC 5.5mm) Sold Separately). The variety of power solutions the amaran COB 60 series has access to makes it suitable for shooting anywhere, as long as you have NP-F or D-Tap batteries. Package included aputure amaran 60d s light body, Dual NP-F Battery Plate, Lamp Cap Protection, Bracket, Standard reflector, Power Adapter (3m) and Power Cable (4m)

🍀【Sidus Link App Control】Lighting should be fun and easy. With the integration of Sidus Mesh, the aputure amaran COB 60d S gives you professional lighting control with a single app, so you can adjust your light without ever having to leave your camera.

Specifications

Output Power
65W
Color Temperature
5600K (Daylight)
CRI
96
TLCI
99
TM-30 RF
96
TM-30 RG
100
SSI
86+
Illuminance
37,800 lux @ 1m
Mount
Bowens Mount
Max Modifier Weight
2.5 kg
Weight
695 g
Dimensions
~11 x 11 x 11 cm
Lighting Effects
8 (Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulse, Strobe, Explosion)
Wireless Control
Sidus Link App (Sidus Mesh)
Power
AC Adapter (included), NP-F Battery Plate (included), D-Tap (cable sold separately)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Exceptionally compact at roughly 4x4x4 inches and only 695 grams, making it one of the most portable COB lights available.
  • Outstanding color accuracy with CRI 96, TLCI 99, and TM-30 scores that rival far more expensive fixtures.
  • Bowens Mount plus built-in umbrella holder gives broad modifier compatibility without adapters.
  • Eight built-in lighting effects provide creative flexibility for narrative and content work.
  • Dual power options — AC adapter and NP-F battery plate included — cover both studio and location shooting.

👎 Cons

  • Fixed 5600K daylight only, so it cannot match tungsten or mixed-temperature environments without gels.
  • 65W output may be insufficient for large sets or situations requiring punch through heavy diffusion.
  • Maximum modifier weight of 2.5 kg limits use with larger, heavier softboxes and modifiers.
  • D-Tap power cable is sold separately despite the light being marketed for location use.
  • No built-in dimming knob on the body — fine adjustments rely on the app or rear controls.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 60d S is a daylight-balanced light fixed at 5600K. It is not bi-color — if you need tunable color temperature, look at the 60x S model instead.
Yes. The 60d S includes a dual NP-F battery plate, and it also supports D-Tap batteries via a separately sold D-Tap power cable, making it viable for field use.
It uses a standard Bowens Mount, so it works with a wide range of softboxes, beauty dishes, and other modifiers. Aputure recommends keeping modifier weight under 2.5 kg. The stand adapter also includes an umbrella holder.
The 60d S has built-in Sidus Mesh technology, allowing wireless control through the free Sidus Link app on your phone. You can adjust intensity, trigger lighting effects, and control multiple units from one device.
At 65W, it produces 37,800 lux at 1 meter with the included standard reflector. It is not meant to replace 300W+ fixtures but offers impressive output for its size and weight class.