I would have been more interested in how the new Amaran S series differs in light from the previous models. Is it worth switching to the S models or is the difference too small or even invisible? Would I see a difference on my video recordings? If so, how would the color scheme change? Is it worth replacing my previous Amaran lamps with the S models? 🤔
Specifically, you’ll see a bit of banding/funky shadows due to the bicolor LED’s. The 150c and 300c don’t do this because they have an etched glass element. Plenty of people do use the 200x + Fresnel and don’t have complaints though.
Can you guys do a video on light output. Example, back in 2009 when I made my first short film I rented a Ruby 7 with 7 1k parcan lights. Now that's a 7kw fixture, which gets really hot, draws a lot of power, but seeing as how LED's draw less power and don't get nearly as hot. What could be the equivelent light output? I'd be curious about how HMI's, Tungstens, Kino flo's compare etc... Is there a database which has the lux/lumen output for all fixtures so someone could know?
Big fan of your lights, I have both the Amaran 200x S and the 200d. It is worth noting that the Youngnuo 360 (which I also own from back then) was tested with the cheap orange plastic filter, which is why in the last shot is noticeably more orange than the others. To me not a fair comparisson since the light can do 3200K without the bad plastic filter, granted with less power output.
I have several Aputure fixtures that I love, but for color, nothing can beat a tungsten light even with a very high SSI (note that a good Arri Tungsten will give you 95+). You cannot eye ball these tests or you will have problems in your post when you color correct and grade. To really judge the quality of the light you need to look beyond the SSI to the full spectrum. For an LED to be close to a tungsten light, when metering with the Sekonic meter in the video, all bars from 380nm to 680nm should be gold, showing an SSI above 90 throughout. When looking at CRI, all of the bars should again be above 90, particularly in tough wavelengths like the range of R9 through R12 and the spectral distribution graph should be nice and full with strong blue, limited drop off around 470nm, etc. For the price, this fixture is probably quite good, but if you highly value color reproduction quality use a tungsten. They're more power hungry and heavier, but cheap to rent and won't let you down.
So one of your competitors has come out with their PRO line and they offer greater wattage and a better body build when compared to Aputure or Amaran's latest offerings ... but from what I've seen, you pay for what you get: Spend a little more on Aputure or Amaran and you're getting far greater SSI than even this company's latest PRO offering. I was planning to replace my Amaran 200x S lights with your competitors but after doing tons of testing will be returning these other "PROs" and replacing them with more Amaran 200x S. Cant wait to see what the latest in color accuracy and hopefully longevity looks like on the Aputure side. There's definitely some serious competition coming and that's good for everyone. ❤
re: What CRI is tungsten light? A.C. Lighting - Entertainment Lighting Technologies | Learn ... If all test colours render equal to a tungsten halogen lamp the CRI would be 100. why even use LED?
Liked the video, very educational. I would like to see how to set up a daylight and tungsten kit?
Lol love the video. This should definitely help out a person that’s starting to purchase lights not to make a mistake with lower quality lights
Great point! By the way, you won the giveaway during our product launch! Will reach out via email.
@@amarancreators 🙏blessings
Has the fan speed been improved in the 200?
Does anyone know if these are yuji cob's
Do you guys also focus on/test for a high TM-30 score on your LEDs as well?
Yes! These lights have upgraded TM-30 and we definitely focus and test all relevant metrics.
I would have been more interested in how the new Amaran S series differs in light from the previous models. Is it worth switching to the S models or is the difference too small or even invisible? Would I see a difference on my video recordings? If so, how would the color scheme change? Is it worth replacing my previous Amaran lamps with the S models? 🤔
The new S series will play well with the existing COB lights, they'll simply have better color rendition.
@@amarancreators Will I see a difference on my video recordings between the two series?
What other models have the high ssi scores, including the Aperture lights? Did you test at the daylight color temp inside (without the clouds)?
The 200x S looks great. What does it mean that the 200x is compatible with but not optimized for use with the Fresnel 2x?
Specifically, you’ll see a bit of banding/funky shadows due to the bicolor LED’s. The 150c and 300c don’t do this because they have an etched glass element. Plenty of people do use the 200x + Fresnel and don’t have complaints though.
@@amarancreators Banding in the fresnel or which light?
I wish it was compared to the previous version so we see how much of a difference those numbers made.
Thank you for your input!
I hate, hate,hate using my phone for apps!! Why can you not do an optional remote controller for the Amaran series pleeeezzzzz!!!!???
Can you guys do a video on light output. Example, back in 2009 when I made my first short film I rented a Ruby 7 with 7 1k parcan lights. Now that's a 7kw fixture, which gets really hot, draws a lot of power, but seeing as how LED's draw less power and don't get nearly as hot. What could be the equivelent light output? I'd be curious about how HMI's, Tungstens, Kino flo's compare etc... Is there a database which has the lux/lumen output for all fixtures so someone could know?
Big fan of your lights, I have both the Amaran 200x S and the 200d. It is worth noting that the Youngnuo 360 (which I also own from back then) was tested with the cheap orange plastic filter, which is why in the last shot is noticeably more orange than the others. To me not a fair comparisson since the light can do 3200K without the bad plastic filter, granted with less power output.
I have several Aputure fixtures that I love, but for color, nothing can beat a tungsten light even with a very high SSI (note that a good Arri Tungsten will give you 95+). You cannot eye ball these tests or you will have problems in your post when you color correct and grade.
To really judge the quality of the light you need to look beyond the SSI to the full spectrum. For an LED to be close to a tungsten light, when metering with the Sekonic meter in the video, all bars from 380nm to 680nm should be gold, showing an SSI above 90 throughout. When looking at CRI, all of the bars should again be above 90, particularly in tough wavelengths like the range of R9 through R12 and the spectral distribution graph should be nice and full with strong blue, limited drop off around 470nm, etc.
For the price, this fixture is probably quite good, but if you highly value color reproduction quality use a tungsten. They're more power hungry and heavier, but cheap to rent and won't let you down.
So one of your competitors has come out with their PRO line and they offer greater wattage and a better body build when compared to Aputure or Amaran's latest offerings ... but from what I've seen, you pay for what you get:
Spend a little more on Aputure or Amaran and you're getting far greater SSI than even this company's latest PRO offering.
I was planning to replace my Amaran 200x S lights with your competitors but after doing tons of testing will be returning these other "PROs" and replacing them with more Amaran 200x S.
Cant wait to see what the latest in color accuracy and hopefully longevity looks like on the Aputure side. There's definitely some serious competition coming and that's good for everyone. ❤
Thank you for the feedback! We’re happy you chose to stay with us. Plus, those competitors don’t have Sidus Link 👀
Freakin’ love it
re: What CRI is tungsten light?
A.C. Lighting - Entertainment Lighting Technologies | Learn ...
If all test colours render equal to a tungsten halogen lamp the CRI would be 100. why even use LED?
Minimal heat vs burn your skin lighting. Lower power requirements. Lighter weight. Easier to set up and transport.