APUTURE LS300X LED Illuminator Light V-Mount Kit
The 300x is Aputure's latest LED Light Storm fixture, finally integrating variable white lighting appropriately into an easily modifiable point source light engine. The 300x has a specially designed color mixing optical element in front of its LED light source, combining the bi-color chipset into a cohesive point source. The combination of this new technology, together with the Aputure ecosystem, it allows you to achieve bi-color flexibility never before experienced with Aputure products.
With Fresnel 2X, the LS 300x can produce over 56,000 lux at 1 meter, creating incredibly bright light, with CCT control always at your fingertips. By having the ability to use lens modifiers like Fresnel 2X or Spotlight Mount, as well as soft light modifiers like Light Dome II, You can achieve extreme lighting accuracy to match any recording environment. Detect, flood, cut, or diffuse your light without worrying about unwanted artifacts while controlling your white point.
The 300x is the first of many Aputure lights to utilize the expanded vari-white CCT range of 2700K-6500K, going beyond the traditional two-color, allowing it to produce light that is warmer than typical tungsten fixtures and cooler than conventional daylight (D55). Flexibility with its white light is essential for moving quickly on set; Therefore, with the expanded bicolor stripe, the fewer gels you need to carry. So, whatever your ideal effect is, the 300x will help you create light that perfectly matches your atmosphere.
Regardless of the lightweight mechanism used, color fidelity is always essential. Just like all Aputure lights, the 300x exhibits reliable color rendering abilities. With CRI and TLCI scores of 96+, a tungsten SSI score of up to 85, and an SSI score of D55 of up to 74, the 300x will always provide you with top-notch and accurate color reproduction.
The 300x also takes note of the 300d II, incorporating the same sleek lamp head design and control box design. The 300x utilizes a 360-degree adjustable full handbrake fork. It also combines the 300d II with a completely silent and passively cooled all-in-one control box, integrating the power supply and control system into a single unit.
The main difference between the two control boxes is that the 300x now has a new CCT control in addition to the loudness control. The 300x CCT dialer allows you to adjust your CCT in +/- 50K increments. But with the PRESET button located in the middle of the wheel, you can also switch between 5 common CCT presets (2700K, 3200K, 4300K, 5500K, 6500K) for quick accessibility.
The 300x has two output modes: Max Output and Constant Output. In Constant Output mode, you can change your CCT precisely while maintaining a consistent luminance level. Combined with a new, softer dimming system, you even gain the ability to seamlessly change the color temperature in the middle of a scene. In Maximum Output mode, however, the 300x will always maximize its output for your CCT and dimming level, with the highest output range being 4000K-5500K. With these two modes, you can do everything from supercharging existing light to solving precise problems.
Like the 300d II, the 300x can also be operated on a single battery, up to half of its maximum output, or two batteries for maximum power* - so no matter how many batteries you have, your scene will always shine. The 300x's control box also accurately displays the remaining battery life in real-time, allowing users to always understand and plan any movie-making scenario. Because it operates on battery, the 300x offers greater lighting freedom, allowing you to create creative images anywhere. * We recommend batteries that support continuous 15 A discharge to properly power the light.
The Light Storm product line is all about flexibility and the 300x continues to support this by being compatible with multiple control methods. In addition to the control wheels, the 300x can be controlled using Aputure's tried and true 2.4G RF Remote, DMX512, as well as the Bluetooth Mesh Sidus Link app. With the added range you get from having multiple Sidus Link lights active, You can control all the settings of your lights from almost anywhere on the set. And with professional DMX512 compatibility, the 300x allows control across multiple channels, so you can fine-tune your lighting setup.
The 300x also launches with 9 built-in lighting effects such as "Paparazzi", "Fireworks", "Lightning", "Faulty Bulb", "TV", "Pulsing", "Strobe", "Explosion" and "Fire", all with adjustable color temperature, opening up new possibilities for precise lighting control on your film sets. The capabilities of the 300x will always continue to grow with firmware updates for the equipment and the Sidus Link ecosystem in the future.
Not to be taken lightly, the 300x continues Apiture's tradition of being compatible with the Bowens-S Mount, offering a wide variety of soft light and optical modifiers to choose from, making it a unique two-color accessory. With the Bowens Mount, you can flexibly change the quality of your light source in seconds. If you want a strong, punchy light, with sharp shadows or a nice soft light, never sacrifice output or color quality. The 300x's Bowens Mount can even be used with other industry-standard modifiers from brands like Chimera, as long as you have a Bowens mount speed ring.
With the integration of the Sidus Mesh chipset, the 300x offers professional lighting control from a single application. This mesh technology extends across the entire future Aputure product line, creating an ecosystem you can trust. With the Sidus Link Mesh Network created by Aputure products such as 300x, 300d II and MC, you can control up to 100 luminaires from your smartphone or tablet, with each additional luminaire increasing the range of the network. This means that all the lights not only talk to your phone, but also to each other, creating a smarter ecosystem. Sidus Link allows you to control every aspect of your light's output, including luminance presets, CCT, effects, and even light sources for fast-paced situations. With its immense flexibility, the 300x becomes an incredibly powerful light, whether you're working on a large movie set, or you're a solo guerrilla filmmaker. Meet the latest member of the Aputure Light Storm family.
Box Contents:
1x LS300X Illuminator w/ V-Mount Battery Plate
1x Control Box
1x Quick Release Clamp
1x Hyper-reflector at 55°
1x Neutrik powerCON AC Power Cord (6m)
1x 5-pin DMX male-female main cable (3m)
1x Cable relief hook
1x Carrying Case
