Aputure

Aputure LS 600d LED Video Light V-Mount

5.0 (3 reviews)
7.14lbs12.79lbs

A 600W daylight-balanced LED powerhouse with Bowens mount versatility and app-driven control.

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Overview

The Aputure LS 600d is a professional-grade 600W daylight-balanced LED light engineered for film, television, and high-end photo production. It delivers over 29,300 lux at 3 meters when paired with the F10 Fresnel attachment and more than 8,500 lux at the same distance with the included Hyper-Reflector, giving cinematographers the output to compete with traditional HMI and tungsten fixtures while drawing a fraction of the power. Color accuracy is outstanding, with CRI and TLCI ratings of 96 or above, ensuring skin tones and fabrics render faithfully on camera.

A key advantage of the LS 600d over its Pro sibling is the dramatically lighter control box — 3.24 kg versus 5.8 kg — which simplifies overhead rigging and location work without sacrificing features. The control box retains full DMX512 in and out, 2.4 GHz wireless remote compatibility, and Sidus Link Bluetooth app control. The lamp head features a curved yoke that provides an extended tilt range when used with large modifiers, and the integrated Bowens mount means filmmakers can tap into a huge library of softboxes, fresnels, and reflectors. On-board lighting effects including Paparazzi, Lightning, Fireworks, and TV simulation add creative flexibility, while V-Mount and Gold Mount battery compatibility ensures the LS 600d can operate far from mains power. From studio interviews to outdoor narrative shoots, the LS 600d provides the output, precision, and versatility that professional productions demand.

Key Features

SLIMMER CONTROL BOX: The LS 600d’s control box is significantly lighter than the LS 600d Pro’s controller. The LS 600d control box weighs in at 3.24kg (7.14lbs), which is almost half the weight of the LS 600d Pro’s 5.8kg (12.79lbs) control box.

UNIVERSAL BOWENS MOUN: As a member of the Light Storm family, the LS 600d also features an integrated Bowens Mount for easily attaching accessories and modifiers, ranging from the F10 Fresnel for intense brightness to the Light Dome 150 for spectacular softness.

SIDUS LINK APP: While shedding nearly half of its weight, the LS 600d controller still maintains many of the LS 600d control methods and functions, like 2.4G Remote Compatibility, DMX512 In & Out, & Sidus Link.

0-100% DIMMING: Like LS 300d II and 300x, the LS 600d can dim as low as 0% in 1% increments, providing filmmakers and photographers with immensely more control than traditional fixtures and strobes.

CURVED YOKE:The LS 600d lamp head features a curved yoke, similar to the LS 600d pro lamp head, allowing an increased tilt range when used with larger light modifiers—a benefit not found in comparable fixtures.

Specifications

Brand
Aputure
Model
LS 600d
Power
600W
Color Temperature
Daylight (approx. 5600K)
CRI
≥96
TLCI
≥96
SSI (D56)
72
Brightness (F10 Fresnel, 3m)
29,300+ lux
Brightness (Hyper-Reflector, 3m)
8,500+ lux
Dimming
0–100% in 1% increments
Dimming Curves
Linear, Exponential, Log, S-Curve
Control Methods
2.4 GHz Remote, Sidus Link Bluetooth App, 5-Pin DMX512
Mount
Bowens Mount
Battery Support
V-Mount / Gold Mount (14.4V/15A, 26V/8.5A, 28.8V/7.5A)
DC Input
48V
Control Box Weight
3.24 kg (7.14 lbs)
Built-in FX
Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulsing, Strobe, Explosion

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Exceptional brightness output — over 29,300 lux at 3 meters with the F10 Fresnel — rivals much larger traditional fixtures
  • Control box is nearly half the weight of the LS 600d Pro, making rigging and transport more practical
  • Bowens mount compatibility opens up a vast ecosystem of modifiers from Aputure and third parties
  • 0–100% dimming in 1% steps with four curve options gives precise exposure control on set
  • Multiple control methods including DMX512, 2.4 GHz remote, and Sidus Link Bluetooth app suit any workflow

👎 Cons

  • Daylight-only (approximately 5600K) — not suitable for productions that need warm or bicolor output without gels
  • High price point puts it out of reach for hobbyists and small-budget productions
  • Requires a separate control box connected by cable, adding bulk and setup time compared to all-in-one fixtures
  • Fan noise from the control box may be audible in very quiet recording environments

Frequently Asked Questions

The LS 600d is a daylight-balanced fixture with a fixed color temperature around 5600K. If you need bicolor tunability, Aputure offers the LS 600x as an alternative.
The LS 600d's control box weighs 3.24 kg (7.14 lbs), which is nearly half the 5.8 kg (12.79 lbs) of the Pro version, making it significantly easier to rig and transport while retaining DMX, 2.4 GHz remote, and Sidus Link app control.
Yes, it supports V-Mount and Gold Mount batteries with ratings of 14.4V/15A, 26V/8.5A, or 28.8V/7.5A, enabling cable-free operation on location.
The LS 600d uses a standard Bowens mount, so it accepts Aputure modifiers like the F10 Fresnel and Light Dome 150 as well as hundreds of third-party Bowens-compatible softboxes, reflectors, and barn doors.
It dims from 100% all the way down to 0% in precise 1% increments, with four selectable dimming curves — Linear, Exponential, Log, and S-Curve — for smooth on-camera fades.