Aputure is FINALLY stepping into the budget market, and we all win as creators as a result. Like, honestly, it's a REALLY good time to be a creator nowadays. Very good, inexpensive options for hardware and software all around!
@jambononi2 жыл бұрын
They've always been budget! Just there £500 lights are equivalent to £2k+ lights back in the day. Now their £170 light is similar to their £500 light etc.
@AfoteyAnnum2 жыл бұрын
@@jambononi this is a very true point!
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Indeed! Anyone remember when Home Depot work lights were the only option? I don't miss those hot lights!
@AndrewOrtwein2 жыл бұрын
@@dslrvideoshooter I remember using some super hot 2700K construction lights back in the day. I don't miss tripping breakers in the middle of a shoot.
@AfoteyAnnum2 жыл бұрын
@@dslrvideoshooter FRFR. I DO remember that LOL Soooo glad to see major brands delving into this low price range space, and with actually good product offerings too! We're SUUUUPER spoiled LOLZ
@AlRoderick2 жыл бұрын
That softbox setup was the equivalent of mounting the lens to the tripod instead of the camera.
@henrytheturnip2 жыл бұрын
Yep, I have the Sony 200-600 f5.6-6.3 on an A7Siii, the tripod mount is on the lens not the camera.
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Haha! Yes! I should have used that analogy.
@WildWill318 Жыл бұрын
Is that a good or bad thing
@Zafybaka Жыл бұрын
@@WildWill318It's more so an observation. Depending on your situation it varies, so not really good or bad, just a method of doing it. (Consider what you need, and if it's inconvenient or useful)
@quotidianadam2 жыл бұрын
Caleb, LOVE that you're doing more clear disclaimers at the beginning of your product reviews. This has been something I've enjoyed from Gerald for years and I'm so happy to see other great creators taking these sorts of disclaimers seriously, as well. It helps us as viewers of your channel and as potential buyers of these products to know how you got to test the products and how much editorial review the companies have. As a long time fan, thank you so much and keep up the great work!
@ZirkusRose Жыл бұрын
Still so biased. Doesn’t it feel like a commercial to you? The fact that he’s doing such positive reviews is in return securing him these requests of manufacturers, that are indeed jobs, since he’s earning through views
@jesseyules2 жыл бұрын
Aputure has chosen a really smart development path. Give broke filmmakers great starter lights, with pro features, then offer pro versions that are more expensive but built like tanks.
@DarkPa1adin2 жыл бұрын
I see it as they target KZfaqrs with tight budget
@tavaresantoniorobinson5435 Жыл бұрын
No if the fan and outside was harder. IT would be the best
@danielruff56932 жыл бұрын
I wish you would be able to have the time to post even more videos. I'm a huge camera and computer nerd. But i really have to say, that YOUR videos are really the best in terms of quality and load of information. I wish i could watch new videos everyday. greetings from Germany :)
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
That means so much to hear from you Daniel! I wish I could upload more too!
@Nickyo2 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see these compared to other budget options namely the various brands of SL60w
@kingsamvisuals2 жыл бұрын
And gvm80s
@sam.oates_2 жыл бұрын
Yes please!
@TheCoachMusicOfficial2 жыл бұрын
@@kingsamvisuals muiii😍💊😍🤫🤭😬😬😬😑😑😑😑😑😑😑😑😬😬😬🤯😳🙍♂️😎😃😎😎 ass-kisser the you. thanks again AND z
@SageRap2 жыл бұрын
Exactly. This is the first thing I'm about to google to compare brightness
@ivanyamson2 жыл бұрын
Fellow Filmmaker just did one, she's not a fan of the case with these ones
@BLVDKnight2 жыл бұрын
Caleb looks like the cool uncle at Christmas time that always has the newest dope tech 🔥🔥
@hasandrinkstea2 жыл бұрын
When I just started my channel I was using LED pannels, which I later upgraded to a single Godox SL60W + large softbox. I was planning to upgrade to Aputure 120D at some point, but realized I have absolutely no need for that, since I barelly use 70% my 60W Godox. Looking at these... If I was starting out - I may prefer them due to the super compact size, however, I do love metal construction on my Godox. Anyway, awesome addition for us, beginners :)
@HomesickMac2 жыл бұрын
HA! Was just about to order the Amaran 100X and then got this video in the ending card of the 100D & X review. This smaller light will suite our needs even better . Apart from the regular use with softboxes it can also add some great bouncing extra light to a scene where we’re usually filming. No modifyers, just splash it everywhere, and the size is of a camera… We’re getting one of each models, perfect. Thank you for all your great reviews!
@billyoung95382 жыл бұрын
Wow, that mounting solution for the large softbox just made me realize I have an old tiny 40w light this trick will also work with.
@khalidtaha5672 жыл бұрын
I've waited so much, finally aputure finally
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Definitely worth the wait!!!
@illuminnamdi8 ай бұрын
that Matthellini clamp? simply inspired! thank you for sharing...
@silversulu2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Caleb. Thanks Aputure. I really hope Aputure figures out the budget RGBWW COB equivalent for max portable lighting flexibility - Godox, Hive, Prolycht paved the way already to show the RGB COB tech is here.
@TheMash842 жыл бұрын
Tons of reviews on YT, no one puts aperture values and in general exposure values, just saying "it's super bright!" How could I evaluate the power of this light without any exposure values? Thank God Caleb' reviews are thorough and super detailed. Pleasant to watch as well! Huge thanks!
@JonasStuart2 жыл бұрын
Man, I love your reviews Caleb. Such a depth of experience mixed with no-nonsense, no-hype cold, hard facts. So useful!
@XVIIsionsProductions Жыл бұрын
Just an FYI when using the Sidus link app on the phone it does give a battery level estimate. And the function of being able to turn on or off the light from the app, really it turns off the light and puts it into sleep mode, it works wonderfully for conserving NPF battery life.
@vanquestgear2 жыл бұрын
Epic value for the output. Easily going to be a staple in wedding kits or interviews.
@adriancrespo42742 жыл бұрын
With that size I could even see it being used as a practical in certain situations
@mavs88882 жыл бұрын
Great and interesting review! Would you please be so kind to reveal the brand of the two tabletop tripods…? I’m looking for something like that as well… Have a wonderful 2022 and take care! Max
@DeanxPatrick2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for your review since the day it came out!
@alex2frbnks2 жыл бұрын
Mr. Rodger's Camera Studio lmao the red jacket
@joemarklin2 жыл бұрын
Impressed by your new lighting setup for you videos
@Bloodshade2 жыл бұрын
Caleb every light video: get this light. My wishlist after every light video: I have 12 lights to get and I use 0 right now.
@seenbyjoe2 жыл бұрын
Just ordered a 60X because of this video! Thanks buddy!
@newvillagefilms2 жыл бұрын
It's amazing this video was posted 12/2021 and 2 months later, the price of Amaran 60D hiked up from $170 to $229 @ Amazon. A $59 price hike in just two months. lol
@PaulDickson7 Жыл бұрын
Amazing content, thank you
@kinoromantic2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your review Caleb, as always!
@chrisgg2 жыл бұрын
What is the name of the lightstands? And I like the combo of a travel lamp + a softbox as big as my car :)
@bobbylasers Жыл бұрын
Ordered a couple of the 200x to fill and hair. Looking forward to getting hold of them. Aputure continue to be amazing
@lebavu82602 жыл бұрын
Who else got “sold!!” right early first minute of the video review such as myself lol! Excited
@eddiecarrascojr2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Oddly enough these lights are cheaper and more color accurate than my truck's flood lights. Thanks for the info Caleb, might mount these on my car next time.
@michaelscanlon65532 жыл бұрын
such a great comprehensive review of the light
@wytsekoetse20592 жыл бұрын
Love your videos: your info, lighting and tone of voice. Thank you!
@TLFILMS2 жыл бұрын
Dude thanks for this review. I love my 200d and now I. I’ll buy this 60d cause of your review. That’s complete. Thx
@LuxWad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this excellent video, I've been eagerly looking forward to your review & comparison of these lights! They both look incredible for the price, I'm excited to try them out!
@ZanderRound2 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing as I’m looking for a light for my overhead rig……done!👍
@miguelcollante10182 жыл бұрын
Great video Caleb, it would be interesting to see a comparación between a bi color light and a 5600k light with gels just to see the difference in output
@freeston12 жыл бұрын
agreed. video would go from 9.5 stars to 10 with this!
@thekonvos2 жыл бұрын
Bro you and my bro Tom Buck, and Manny are the best and my Favorite explainers 😜 I was determined to watch your take on these lights before I grabbed two! I have the Amaran’s 100x after switching from Hodox ML60s and now this 💪🏾💯
@unboxoverkill2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad I waited to purchase lights.
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Yeah these are bonkers!
@unboxoverkill2 жыл бұрын
@@dslrvideoshooter Thank you Caleb for being a pillar in the KZfaq filmmaking community. I’ve been following since day one ☝️
@edhannigan43272 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable for fly gigs … total game changer for me
@RM.TokyoPhotographer2 жыл бұрын
oh crap...ppl using the godox sl60w will definitely hop over to here soo much great things coming this year glad to be living thanks for GREAT Vid~ cheers from Tokyo
@onocoffee2 жыл бұрын
Insightful video as always and the 60d looks like a winner. One thing to note is it's probably better to go with the 100d if you need to have the large softbox. I just priced it at B&H and the 60d plus 6" Matthellini and Hollywood Head totals $269 with taxes. At $200 for the 100d, it's the more budget-friendly option.
@GTGeorgeW2 жыл бұрын
I guess the idea was -- if you already had a big softbox and C-stand and claps, you can still use this light, which is powerful enough to fill in a large soft box
@fredriksvard260310 ай бұрын
Not when you factor in battery power
@jaapjonkercom2 жыл бұрын
This is perfect for a live stream/video call setup
@albert.m.o33342 жыл бұрын
Quality Review! Helps me a lot on understanding simple and efficient setups of lighting for indoor studio.
@BelgianHikers2 жыл бұрын
Great review of a super interesting light. Packability is so underrated in the video world! I do feel you're a bit too harsh on the umbrella though, that first shot around 1:00 is perfectly usable.
@reflectivemedia289010 ай бұрын
This gave me the piece of mind I needed buying the 60x’s 🙂
@OrmiPix2 жыл бұрын
Epic video, thanks for the christmas gift idea for my pops.
@valentinfarkasch2 жыл бұрын
Caleb makes a video Prices go 📈
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Hopefully not this time!
@declicked2 жыл бұрын
Hey Caleb - great video! Just a note: you should almost always measure light output with only the bare light and no modifiers. Using any modifiers of any kind (even if you are using the same modifier for testing multiple lights) can skew results as different chip sizes/shapes can interact differently with modifiers.
@wayneberry34532 жыл бұрын
a. you're correct. but also b. most people won't be using it bare.
@RyanKemperinOhio Жыл бұрын
@@wayneberry3453 I don't think it's about whether or not people will use a modifier, it's about being able to consistently compare output/color across different lights.
@LyderProtacio2 жыл бұрын
This is a great light, great review as always. Excited about the External Monitor showdown! Thanks Caleb
@LuminousLives2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful stuff. What a great little light. So many applications I can think of!
@Mrgunsngear2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@cafellemusic32955 ай бұрын
That clamp setup looks great. Can you do a tutorial.on it or have a infographic to show how to do it?
@bakerfx49682 жыл бұрын
The size of these would be perfect for filming wedding speeches!
@JoshuaThomasGray Жыл бұрын
thanks this was super helpful picked up a light from your link :D
@LangstoniusRex2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! this answered exactly what i needed to know.
@michaelpoczynek2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Caleb. I learned lots. THANK YOU!
@BHrandt2 жыл бұрын
Hey Caleb, this review has me thinking! I wonder if you'd be interested in doing an in-depth comparison of the different classes of lights from multiple manufacturers. I imagine a 100 w (roughly) class comparison of the 120d, Godox 150 VL, Amaran 100, Nanlite 150, and possibly GVM or Neewer lights; along with a similar video featuring 60 w options. You could expand to different classes, but I'll leave that to you. I know that you've done videos detailing specific lights from each company, but getting a technical comparison within each class of light would be really insightful 👌 I really like the simple graphs that you used to convey outputs!
@Prince_Charming_12 жыл бұрын
Great content and the review is great! Thanks for sharing!
@FeelgoodFootage2 жыл бұрын
Great review of what looks like a great little light. Thanks
@AnthonyHadleyJr2 жыл бұрын
This looks like an amazing deal
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Crazy good value indeed.
@LincolnLohan77 Жыл бұрын
Amazing! Thanks for the video!
@BryonBlack12 жыл бұрын
You sounded really positive about the 60D, but didn't say a whole lot positive about the X version. What are your thoughts on the 60x vs other bicolor options out there?
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Both are great, but the output of the 60D is what makes it really stand out.
@videas35822 жыл бұрын
get some colored jellis
@freeston12 жыл бұрын
@@videas3582 what's the best way to incorporate gels to a set-up like this (with a 60d and a softbox for example)
@videas35822 жыл бұрын
@@freeston1 since the bulb here is so smaller then the bowen mount I really can't see any difficulties. cut a piece of gel the shape of the bulb and fix it with paper tape, just one of many possibilities
@freeston12 жыл бұрын
@@videas3582 sounds good. thanks.
@ohiorivervalleyhomestead Жыл бұрын
I literally just got the 60d this week. Still waiting on a back ordered 18x18 soft box. It was a huge jump from a $70 led I was using. Thinking about 1 more of these and getting the 200d to round out my set up.
@bobuk57222 жыл бұрын
Hi, just had your very useful channel offered up. I like the style. In my price range as well! Small 'bite sized' pieces and straight to the point. No faff. Have yet to work my way through the offerings but liked and subscribed just on what I've seen so far. Looks like you've been in the art for quite some time, impressive collection behind you. Thanks, and have a good Christmas. Bob.
@hitmusicworldwide Жыл бұрын
I brought Beta SP equipment back in the 90s using the BMC Terranex to up convert to HD, the footage looks great.. so glad I invested because I'm making money from that old footage today
@randrmedia83382 жыл бұрын
I just ordered 2 from your link !! thanks for the valuable information !!
@AlanGurling2 жыл бұрын
Something tells me, just like with several other videos before this, that $169 is going to be way more than that.
@bsant72 жыл бұрын
been waiting for this review
@take22-amediaproductionpod482 жыл бұрын
My wife hides the debit cards when I watch Caleb Pike videos. This little light looks awesome though!
@mattcarlson122 жыл бұрын
The P60c has been back ordered everywhere for quite some time. Not sure if the chip shortage or supply chain affects Aputure, but I wish companies would slow down on new releases and actually have in stock what they come out with. How does it do companies any good to come out with new products, but consumers can't buy them?
@timelapsega2 жыл бұрын
I think there are all kinds of supply issues with all kinds of products, that's just how things are right now.
@WupperVideo2 жыл бұрын
In Germany it was no problem to buy the P60C. We got our two weeks ago and it's really nice. Maybe we also order a 60X due to its bicolor output, small size and Vmount power option.
@shadowshapers2 жыл бұрын
It is a bit annoying but it's worth it to just contact them or your local retail distributor and ask them to put one on order for you. Heck, even ask if you can wait to pay for the order until the gear is there and ready to be picked-up or ship. I work at one of these companies and we have no issue putting gear on order for you and waiting to collect payment until the week the gear is ready to ship.
@darc10272 жыл бұрын
OK now we need the same form factor and make it a 600 w flash like a miniature xplorer 600. That would be awesome!
@justabookphotography2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos ! Thanks man 😃
@aaronpk2 жыл бұрын
that softbox is as big as my entire studio
@ItzSi2 жыл бұрын
Love the small form factor
@ljy822 жыл бұрын
wow thank you for sharing this light. awesome.
@TheFoodieFormula5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for this video! It really helped me take the plunge to get a 60x S light. What I didn't remember when ordering the light was the part about how you mounted it to the softbox. I managed to get a parabolic softbox that is definitely too big for the light 🤦♂. Because the rods are too close to each other to fit a clamp like the one you used, I was wondering if you (or anyone else) had any ideas for how to create a similar set-up with the parabolic softbox. Any advice would be much appreciated!
@mitas34842 жыл бұрын
Having tried to find a light that would work well with an optical snoot, I really think this checks all the boxes!
@mallagundlaramasubramanyam13542 жыл бұрын
the light looks very compact very interesting thank you.
@texashammer46 ай бұрын
So helpful, thank you!
@tsiturbotsi2 жыл бұрын
I am shocked that Aputure has put out a light like this but in a good way because I think it is smart of them and I dont won't hurt sales of the more expensive lights due to the different use cases of each light they offer being pretty clear. All around this is just a great thing for everyone. The one thing I have always been held back by with filming is a great bright light due to cost. Now I can buy a good bright entry level light to get started without breaking the bank and eventually if I start making money I can upgrade to a more robust light like the 120D later when needed. As always thanks for the awesome video showing why this light is great and also for explaining how it is not a bad move on Apurtures part. I have missed your videos!
@MichaelWTurner2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Great review 👍
@gaffersiberia42152 жыл бұрын
Да,свет действительно шикарен. Был бы отличным дополнением к моему Aputure ls 120d ii Спасибо за ваши обзоры I love Aputure
@timelapsega2 жыл бұрын
I paid $500 for my first small Litepanels LED (and when I say small prob like 5x7 inches), nowadays I could get 2 100d and one of these for about the same price.
@justincosplay2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for rgb version of this.
@StephenTilmon Жыл бұрын
I bought everything including battery for the 60x. DID NOT know I needed to also buy a charger for it. It didn’t come with one. Now I wait again 😢
@AdrianCespedes342 жыл бұрын
Cute light, love it!
@uhnotinterested2 жыл бұрын
I'm buying this as my flashlight.
@ZanderRound2 жыл бұрын
Although In the Uk after checking they are £259 which is only £20 less than the 200d
@mammifero2 жыл бұрын
good morning. i have one question the price difference is around 1 $ (on the website) do you suggest to buy the new one (60d) or 100d ? the differences are on the size and power ? regards from Italy
@iMakeThat Жыл бұрын
I just got mine in and mounted the soft box instead of the light! Thank you for saving me from myself 😂
@oliverbrighton61152 жыл бұрын
Very useful to see some hands on experience with these. How much output would you get by putting a ¼, ½ or full cto on the 60d in comparison to the 60x? Is it worth getting the d and some gels over the versatility of the x?
@freeston12 жыл бұрын
following
@jimee9982 жыл бұрын
These are a must!
@jmacc44732 жыл бұрын
Is the only advantage of the 60d over the 100d its smaller size? they are virtually the same price and the 100d has a higher output
@theothertoday2 жыл бұрын
True that
@twoknife2 жыл бұрын
You can battery power the 60d quite easily while it is a bit of a pain on a 100d. It will probably depend a lot on where and how you like to shoot. Both can make a ton of sense.
@princearthur49462 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation!
@mavs88882 жыл бұрын
Nice and interesting review… would you be so kind to reveal the make of the two small tripods you mounted the lights on…… have a great 2022 and take care.
@98JamesNixon2 жыл бұрын
Think I’m going to get the 60x, the bi colour option for corporate work for me is a great feature. Usually have to mix lights so being able to dial it in would be nice. Currently have a couple of 672s panel lights still so the output will still be a big upgrade Edit: just preordered one because of you 🤣
@johnleighdesigns2 жыл бұрын
yeah one of each would be good a daylight on the client at 45 degrees and a kicker at the back with a CTB or CTO
@98JamesNixon2 жыл бұрын
@@johnleighdesigns Yes definitely, may get a 60d as well in the future for more controlled stuff, having a few would be great for green screen work as I usually rent larger lights for that
@dslrvideoshooter2 жыл бұрын
Yeah the X is great too. Loved the 60D more as the output gives more flexibility and we all know I like my modifiers LARGE!
@98JamesNixon2 жыл бұрын
@@dslrvideoshooter yes looks like a great option for studio setups! I would probably end up loosing more output gelling the 60d to match my desired colour temp
@kjltube2 жыл бұрын
@@dslrvideoshooter Hey Caleb, have you reviewed heat resistant gels?
@mauricekeithpennington19632 жыл бұрын
Hi, can't find this item anywhere even close to the quoted price- any suggestions please.
@bestattentions2 жыл бұрын
But Caleb, what about fan noise?
@slloratech2 жыл бұрын
Super bro Good video Good Luck with your 🤗
@ChristianSmith2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! What are your thoughts between this and the Apature LS 60?