Aputure
Aputure HL-AU-AP-10012 MC 4-Light RGB LED Travel Kit
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Light Up Your Creativity On the Go The Aputure MC 4-Light Travel Kit offers a complete portable lighting solution for video and photo shoots. With RGB, CCT, and FX lighting modes, along with wireless charging and a durable travel case, this kit empowers you to create stunning visuals anywhere. ...
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Overview
Light Up Your Creativity On the Go
The Aputure MC 4-Light Travel Kit offers a complete portable lighting solution for video and photo shoots. With RGB, CCT, and FX lighting modes, along with wireless charging and a durable travel case, this kit empowers you to create stunning visuals anywhere.
Specifications:
- Brand: Aputure
- Model: HL-AU-AP-10012
- Series: M Series
- Color Temperature: 3200 - 6500K
- CRI: 96+
- TLCI: 97+
- Light Output: 1,100 lux @ 0.3m/1ft
- Brightness Control: 0-100%
- Lighting FX: Fire, Pulsing, TV, etc. (9 Built-in)
- Control: OLED Display, Control Wheel, Sidus Link Mobile APP
- Charging: USB-C PD Quick Charge + Wireless Charging
- Battery Type: Lithium Polymer Battery (3.7v 2,600mAh)
- Battery Working Time: >2 Hours (Maximum Brightness), >15 Hours (Minimum Brightness)
- Battery Recharge Time: 1.5 Hours via USB PD, 2 Hours via USB DC 5V/2A, 3.5 Hours via Wireless Charger
- Rated Power: 5W
- Working Temperature: 0° C to 45° C
- Charging Output: 4 x Wireless Charging Bays
- Power Supply: DV 12V-16.8V
- Rated Current: 4.8A
- Max Power Draw: 72W
- Max Power Output: 60W
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Package Content:
- 4* Aputure MC RGBWW LED Lights
- 1* MC 4-Light Wireless Charging Case
- 2* Silicone Rubber Diffuser
- 2* Coldshoe Ball Heads
- 2* Cold Shoe Mount
- 8* Magic Tape
- 1* USB Type-C Charging Cable
- 1* AC Power Supply
- 1* Power Cable
- 1* MC 4-Light Kit Accessory Bag
Key Features
【HSI/CCT/FX Lighting Modes】: The Aputure MC allows you to be more flexible in your filmmaking, providing multiple lighting modes to suit your needs. In addition to HSI Color Mode, the MC allows you to adjust your white light with CCT Mode, or use built-in lighting effects presets with FX Mode. In the MC's FX mode to help you out in a pinch. Lighting effects include: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Faulty bulb, Lightning, TV, Pulsing, Fire, Party, Cop Car.
【DURABLE HARD SHELL CASE】:Made to follow you wherever you go, the MC 4-Light Travel Kit includes a custom-designed robust hard shell carrying case to store up to four RGBWW MC lights. This slim hard case ensures that your MCs will always be protected.
【Wireless Charging】: The MC is compatible with the Qi wireless charging protocol, except for the MC 4-Light wireless charging case, it can be used with the majority of the wireless chargers on the market. Simply place it on a wireless charging pad and the MC will be ready when you need it.
【Any Color】: The MC is Aputure's first light to include full Hue, Saturation & Intensity (HSI) color control. With 360° of hue and 100 levels of saturation adjustment, you have the power to conveniently reproduce any color, all in the palm of your hand.
【Stellar Color Quality】: As with all Aputure lights, the MC prides itself in its color rendition, with CRI and TLCI scores of 96+, and SSI scores of 84 in tungsten and 74 in daylight. RGBWW: By adding two additional white LEDs — one balanced at tungsten and a second at daylight, the Aputure MC reproduces color better and more accurately than ever before.
Specifications
Product Type
RGB LED Travel Kit
Lighting Modes
HSI Color Mode, CCT Mode, FX Mode
Color Control
Full Hue, Saturation & Intensity (HSI)
Hue Adjustment
360°
Saturation Adjustment
100 levels
Built-in Lighting Effects
Paparazzi, Fireworks, Faulty bulb, Lightning, TV, Pulsing, Fire, Party, Cop Car
Color Rendition Index (CRI)
96+
Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI)
96+
SSI (Tungsten)
84
74
Wireless Charging Protocol
Qi (for individual MC lights)
Carrying Case
Custom-designed robust hard shell
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- This kit provides extensive color control with full Hue, Saturation, and Intensity adjustments in HSI Color Mode.
- Filmmakers can precisely adjust white light color temperature using the dedicated CCT Mode for various scenarios.
- The MC includes a variety of built-in lighting effects, such as Paparazzi and Fireworks, for quick creative application.
- With CRI and TLCI scores of 96+, this Aputure MC kit delivers stellar color rendition for accurate visuals.
- The inclusion of an RGBWW design with additional white LEDs ensures enhanced color reproduction and accuracy.
👎 Cons
- The wireless charging feature is available for individual MC lights but not for the specific 4-Light wireless charging case included in this kit.
- While compact for travel, a kit with four lights may still require careful space management during setup and operation.
- Users need to ensure they have compatible Qi wireless charging pads for the individual MC lights if they wish to utilize that feature.
- The extensive features may present a learning curve for those new to advanced lighting controls in filmmaking.
- Specific power draw information for the four lights simultaneously is not detailed, which could impact battery planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What lighting modes are available with the Aputure MC 4-Light Travel Kit?
The Aputure MC offers HSI Color Mode for full color control, CCT Mode for white light adjustment, and FX Mode for built-in lighting effects like Paparazzi and Fire.
Does the carrying case for this kit support wireless charging?
The MC 4-Light wireless charging case does not support wireless charging, but the individual MC lights within the kit are compatible with the Qi wireless charging protocol.
How accurate is the color rendition of these Aputure MC lights?
The Aputure MC lights are designed for stellar color quality, boasting CRI and TLCI scores of 96+, along with SSI scores of 84 in tungsten and 74 in daylight.
Can I reproduce any color with the Aputure MC lights?
Yes, the Aputure MC features full Hue, Saturation & Intensity (HSI) color control, allowing you to conveniently reproduce any color with 360° of hue and 100 levels of saturation adjustment.
What are the benefits of the RGBWW design in these lights?
The RGBWW design incorporates two additional white LEDs, one balanced for tungsten and one for daylight, which enables the Aputure MC to reproduce colors with greater accuracy.
Are the lights in this kit protected during transport?
Yes, the MC 4-Light Travel Kit includes a custom-designed robust hard shell carrying case specifically made to store and protect up to four RGBWW MC lights.
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