
Aputure amaran 60dS 60W Daylight LED Video Light
Aputure amaran 60dS: Compact Powerhouse for Content Creators The Aputure amaran 60dS is a 60W daylight-balanced LED video light designed to deliver exceptional brightness and flexibility in a compact form factor. Perfect for interviews, vlogging, and studio work, this light features a Bowens Mou...
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Overview
Aputure amaran 60dS: Compact Powerhouse for Content Creators
The Aputure amaran 60dS is a 60W daylight-balanced LED video light designed to deliver exceptional brightness and flexibility in a compact form factor. Perfect for interviews, vlogging, and studio work, this light features a Bowens Mount for compatibility with a wide range of light modifiers, and offers app control for seamless adjustments. Achieve professional lighting effects with ease, thanks to its high SSI rating and built-in lighting FX.
Specifications:- Brand: Aputure
- Model: amaran 60dS
- Type: LED Video Light
- Output: 60W
- Color Temperature: Daylight
- Mount: Bowens Mount
- Luminous Output: 37,800 lux @ 1m
- SSI: 86+
- Control: App Control
- Lighting FX: 8 Built-in Effects
Key Features
【Upgraded High SSI LED Design】 SSI (D56): 86+,Significantly Improved Spectral Continuity & Light Quality,Increased CRI, TLCI, TM-30 and SSI scores for Super Accurate Color Rendering
【Compact & Lightweight】With its small stature as compact as a camera,Just Over 11x11x11cm and 695g,perfect light for creating on the move.
【Universal Accessory Mount】The amaran 60d S integrates a full-size Bowens Mount into its compact form factor, meaning that it can be easily transformed into a hard or soft light. The 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. In addition to the Bowens Mount, the amaran 60d's stand adapter also has an umbrella holder for even faster speed and softness.
【Power Solutions】Included Dual NP-F Battery Plate, 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.
【8 Built-in Lighting FX】The amaran 60d also launches with 8 built-in lighting FX, such as Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulsing, Strobe, and Explosion, -- opening up new possibilities for precise lighting control.
【Sidus Link App Control】Lighting should be fun and easy. With the integration of Sidus Mesh, the 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
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features an upgraded High SSI LED design with SSI (D56): 86+, ensuring significantly improved spectral continuity and light quality.
- Boasts increased CRI, TLCI, TM-30, and SSI scores, providing super accurate color rendering for professional lighting needs.
- Extremely compact and lightweight, with dimensions just over 11x11x11cm and a weight of 695g, making it highly portable.
- Integrates a full-size Bowens Mount, allowing easy transformation into hard or soft light with various modifiers.
- Compatible with a wide variety of Bowens Mount soft light modifiers, including Aputure Light Dome SE, Light Dome Mini II, Light Box 4545, and Lantern.
- Offers flexible power solutions, including an included Dual NP-F Battery Plate and D-Tap battery compatibility (D-Tap cable sold separately).
- Includes 8 built-in lighting FX like Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, and Explosion, opening new possibilities for creative lighting control.
- Features Sidus Link App Control for professional lighting adjustments via a single app, allowing control without leaving the camera.
👎 Cons
- The D-Tap Power Cable (DC 5.5mm) is sold separately, requiring an additional purchase for D-Tap battery usage.
- The maximum power output is 60W, which may be insufficient for very large sets or extremely bright lighting requirements.
- While compatible with many Bowens Mount modifiers, additional modifiers are separate purchases, increasing the overall investment.
- The specific color temperature is not listed, only the SSI (D56) score is provided, indicating a daylight balance.
- Battery life with NP-F or D-Tap batteries is not specified, which is a crucial detail for on-the-go shooting.