Aputure

Aputure H198c Amaran CRI95+ On-Camera Bicolor Light

4.3 (125 reviews)

Enhance Your On-Camera Lighting with Bicolor Versatility The Aputure H198c Amaran is an on-camera bicolor LED light designed to provide versatile and high-quality illumination for your photos and videos. With a high CRI rating, adjustable color temperature, and the ability to link multiple panels...

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Overview

Enhance Your On-Camera Lighting with Bicolor Versatility

The Aputure H198c Amaran is an on-camera bicolor LED light designed to provide versatile and high-quality illumination for your photos and videos. With a high CRI rating, adjustable color temperature, and the ability to link multiple panels, this light is perfect for interviews, vlogging, and more.

Specifications:

  • CRI: 95+
  • LEDs: 198 (60-degree angle)
  • Expandability: Multi-Lighting up to 9 Panels can be affixed together
  • Mount: Metal ball-head Swivel Mount
  • Power: Six AA Batteries or Replaceable Lithium Battery

Key Features

CRI95+ for A Natural Pure Color

Intense Illumination with 198 60-degree-angle LEDs

Multi-Lighting up to 9 Panels can be affixed together

Comes with a Metal ball-head Swivel Mount

Powers with either six AA Batteries or any Replaceable Lithium Battery

Specifications

Color Rendering Index (CRI)
95+
LED Quantity
198
Beam Angle
60 degrees
Mounting
Metal ball-head Swivel Mount
Expandability
Up to 9 panels affixable
Power Source (AA)
Six AA Batteries
Power Source (Lithium)
Replaceable Lithium Battery

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Boasts a high CRI of 95+, indicating accurate color reproduction suitable for professional photography and videography.
  • Features 198 LEDs with a 60-degree beam angle, providing intense and focused illumination.
  • Designed with a multi-lighting system that allows up to 9 panels to be affixed together for expanded light coverage.
  • Includes a robust metal ball-head swivel mount, offering versatile positioning and attachment to cameras or stands.
  • Offers flexible power options, capable of running on six AA batteries or various replaceable lithium batteries.

👎 Cons

  • The light output with 198 LEDs might still be insufficient for very large areas or high-power lighting demands without additional panels.
  • Relying on six AA batteries could lead to frequent battery changes during extended shoots, depending on power draw.
  • While it has a metal mount, the overall construction material of the light housing is not specified, potentially impacting durability.
  • The light is described as bicolor, but specific color temperature range (e.g., Kelvin values) is not provided, which could limit precise white balance adjustments.
  • The features do not mention any diffusion accessories or gels included, which might be needed for softer light quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Aputure H198c Amaran light boasts a high CRI of 95+, designed for producing natural and pure color in your shots.
This light is equipped with 198 60-degree-angle LEDs, providing intense illumination for various shooting scenarios.
Yes, up to 9 of these panels can be affixed together to create a larger, more powerful lighting setup.
It comes with a durable metal ball-head swivel mount, allowing for flexible positioning on your camera or other rigging.
The Aputure H198c can be powered by either six AA batteries or any compatible replaceable lithium battery, offering versatile power solutions.