Aputure
Aputure AP-BARNDOOR Lighting Barndoors
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Shape Your Light with Precision and Control The Aputure Barndoors are the perfect tool for shaping and controlling light output. Designed with a standard 7-inch Bowens mount, these barndoors offer quick setup and disassembly. Achieve precise lighting effects with the four-wing design, gel holder,...
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Overview
Shape Your Light with Precision and Control
The Aputure Barndoors are the perfect tool for shaping and controlling light output. Designed with a standard 7-inch Bowens mount, these barndoors offer quick setup and disassembly. Achieve precise lighting effects with the four-wing design, gel holder, and optional honeycomb grid for diffusion.
Key Features:
- Standard Bowens Mount: Ensures quick and easy setup and disassembly.
- Four-Wing Design: Provides precise control over the light cone and beam direction.
- Durable Construction: Cold-rolled steel plates ensure high strength and smooth surfaces.
- Light Leakage Prevention: Designed to prevent light leakage for clean and controlled lighting.
- Gel Holder: Allows for creative color design.
- Honeycomb Grid (Optional): Provides light diffusion of 30 degrees.
Specifications:
- Mount Type: Bowens Mount
- Material: Cold-Rolled Steel
- Compatibility: Light Storm LS 120D and LS 300D LED lights
- Item Weight: 2.31 Pounds
- Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 10.4 x 8.6 inches
Included:
- Aputure Barndoor for COB
- Grid
Key Features
Tailored for Aputure Bowens Mount Point-Source Lights: Perfect fit for your Aputure lights
Works with Aputure Reflectors & Fresnel 2x: Compatible with a wide range of Aputure equipment
Four-Leaf Barn Doors: Versatile light shaping with four adjustable leaves
Interior Lined with Black Velvet: Soft, diffused light for a professional look
Magnetic Gel Holder System: Easy gel attachment for color correction
Negative Reflector for Sharper Shadows: Minimizes light source size for precise shadows
Durable Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Build: Lightweight yet robust construction
Specifications
Mount Type
Aputure Bowens Mount
Door Leaves
Four-Leaf
Interior Material
Black Velvet
Gel System
Magnetic Gel Holder
Reflector Type
Negative Reflector
Construction Material
Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
Compatibility
Aputure Reflectors & Fresnel 2x
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a perfect fit for Aputure Bowens Mount point-source lights, ensuring seamless integration
- Provides versatile light shaping capabilities with its four individually adjustable barn door leaves
- Features a negative reflector that effectively minimizes light source size for sharper, more defined shadows
- Includes an interior lined with black velvet, contributing to soft and diffused light output for professional results
- Constructed from durable aircraft-grade aluminum, offering a robust yet lightweight solution for studio or on-location use
👎 Cons
- Primarily designed for Aputure Bowens Mount lights, which may limit compatibility with other brands' equipment
- The system relies on a magnetic gel holder, which might require specific Aputure gels or compatible accessories
- While durable, the aircraft-grade aluminum construction may translate to a higher cost compared to simpler barn door designs
- The negative reflector feature might not be necessary for all shooting situations, potentially adding an unused component for some users
- Requires Bowens Mount compatibility, which means it cannot be used directly with lights lacking this specific mounting system
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of lights are the Aputure AP-BARNDOORs designed for?
These barndoors are specifically tailored for Aputure Bowens Mount point-source lights, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
How many leaves do these barn doors have for light shaping?
The Aputure AP-BARNDOORs feature four-leaf barn doors, providing versatile control over the direction and spread of light.
Can these barn doors be used with other Aputure modifiers?
Yes, they are compatible with a wide range of Aputure equipment, including Aputure Reflectors and the Fresnel 2x.
What is the interior of the barn doors lined with?
The interior is lined with black velvet, which helps to produce soft, diffused light for a more professional aesthetic.
Is there a system for attaching color gels?
Yes, these barn doors incorporate a magnetic gel holder system, making it easy to attach gels for color correction or creative lighting effects.
What material are the Aputure AP-BARNDOORs made from?
They are constructed from durable aircraft-grade aluminum, which provides a lightweight yet robust build for reliable use.
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