Aputure MC Pro - Compact & powerful Light for wedding filmmaking (Review)

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  • Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
  • The Aputure MC Pro is a compact & powerful light for wedding filmmaking, and in this video, I’m going to be reviewing this light and telling you why it’s so great if you, film, weddings, or documentaries, or really anything where you need a small light with a ton of great features.
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    0:00 Aputure MC Pro Review Time!
    0:29 Why Wedding Filmmakers Need This Light
    1:38 Size, Colors, App
    2:28 Magnets (how do those work?)
    3:55 My FAVORITE Feature
    5:18 Brightness
    6:17 Battery Life
    6:52 The Price
    7:47 Watch My Aputure 60x Review!
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  • @bradweiergallery
    @bradweiergallery Рік тому

    Matt, Great review and also thank you for all that you do on your channel. You always have great and to the point information. It is greatly appreciated. Keep on rocking!

  • @rsmith02
    @rsmith02 Рік тому +1

    Great review, I'd like to consider adding this to my documentary kit for times when there's no light- at night, back seat of a car, etc.

  • @patrik8911
    @patrik8911 Рік тому

    It's funny that two days ago I bought a MC Pro and today I came across your review :) This light is great, in my opinion worth buying.

  • @nightfoxfilms
    @nightfoxfilms Рік тому +1

    I've got a pair of these and they are fantastic lights.

  • @ArgoFowl
    @ArgoFowl Рік тому +1

    Love and use the OG one every single day!

  • @SethDunlap
    @SethDunlap Рік тому

    You sold me! Now I want 4!

  • @chrgans4619
    @chrgans4619 Рік тому

    Just a quick question because i stumbled about your video editing buyers guide for the mac studio. Will you do a updated version for the mac studio ultra of 2023? You always give such a good buying advice and i'm currious which one you would suggest.

  • @BrandonLuckain
    @BrandonLuckain Рік тому +1

    I was excited for this light as well but as an owner of the Torch 300 and the Comer Radiance version, the brightness was a big disappointment for me when looking at specs and reviews. Guess I’ll have to buy one to compare and see how it works for my use!

  • @JackyLi
    @JackyLi Рік тому

    I might just grab 1 or 2 of these after watching your review

  • @MarcEstrella
    @MarcEstrella Рік тому +2

    Cromer makes that torch light and sells it under a different name at B&H . I just bought it today for 119 on sale . Me and my wedding film making peers use it :)

  • @likemindscreative
    @likemindscreative Рік тому

    I use them and I love them. They’re also magnetized so you can stick them in all kinds of unusual places.
    The price is a bit steep though.

  • @TheFPSChannel
    @TheFPSChannel Рік тому

    I love the red button. Is that the power button? That is a design element I’d like to see more of. So many designs make it so hard to find the buttons (especially in the dark). 👏 👏 👏

  • @jasonguidomartinez9205
    @jasonguidomartinez9205 Рік тому

    I am looking for a good filler light to mount on my camera setup (gimbal, monopod, tripod, on camera to use handheld), having already 2 60X. I came across the Aputure MX, which is a small credit card sized bicolor light, which has great brightness considering its size, but it has very short battery life (about 30 minutes at full power, around 1.5 hr typical use), i was wondering if the Al-F7 was a better choice in my case.

  • @larrylaffer4304
    @larrylaffer4304 29 днів тому

    I am new to lighting and have just ordered the Amaran 150c and 300c. I am considering using the MC Pro as a hair light or fill light. Will it work well for creating a nice hair light?

  • @MiloCosemans
    @MiloCosemans 7 місяців тому

    We've designed an adaptor for the MC-Pro to be able to get used with the Rosco DOT diffusor in case you're interested in having a look at it.

  • @AP0110Music
    @AP0110Music Рік тому +1

    LED Panel light are always underwhelming in bigger spaces. Im surprised you have not reviewed the Zhiyun Molus G60 yet! It has been a backlighting gamechanger!

  • @dakotabuttrey
    @dakotabuttrey Рік тому +5

    You can actually get the Torch still, Comer sells the design as the Comer Radiance 360. Not sure about the build quality/longevity but I just picked one up and it works great. Those MC Pros are really great, the Sidus app is a life saver.

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому

      Good ole comer to the rescue. Thanks for letting me know!

    • @dakotabuttrey
      @dakotabuttrey Рік тому

      @@whoismatt I will say, based off the original MC... the Comers build quality is not amazing and 99% flimsy feeling plastic. I never got to own the OG Torch so I have no way to compare it haha. It does go on sale for $150 and comes with a big L-Series so it's not too bad of a deal.

    • @Ale21620
      @Ale21620 Рік тому

      I actually have the Torch and the Comer and both lights are very similar. Now I use both for my weddings. My biggest problem with aperture is the app, everytime I want to turn on and off the light I will have to go to the app and connect and so on. This other two lights come with a very useful remote control.

  • @BrandonLuckain
    @BrandonLuckain 7 місяців тому

    Would love to see a comparison with the new Zhiyun M20c!

  • @my_thic
    @my_thic 8 місяців тому

    My friend! Please tell me, how bowens attachment, that makes such great lines in your back, called? :)

  • @AnthonyGugliotta
    @AnthonyGugliotta Рік тому

    Interesting use case. I own one, but never considered it for weddings.

  • @benjaminswift265
    @benjaminswift265 Рік тому +2

    Great review, really helpful! Does anyone know what the difference is between the Aputure MC ($72) and the MC Pro ($200)?

    • @ezrarichardson279
      @ezrarichardson279 6 місяців тому +1

      Brightness, how focused the beam is, the battery life, the accessories and color accuracy.

  • @stowgood
    @stowgood Рік тому

    Is it actually 4x brighter than the original? I have heard conflicting things like it's only brighter at one specific temperature etc. I have the original and love it.

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому +1

      🤷‍♂️ definitely looks brighter to me. I didn’t do a scientific 4x test though

  • @zalex4971
    @zalex4971 Рік тому

    I prefer Aputure MT Pro for the wedding. The best portable light in my opinion.

  • @fernandobonenfantphotography

    whats the name of the old light you usedd? sorry cant really get it while watching the video

  • @WeShootFilms
    @WeShootFilms Рік тому +1

    Sorry I cant see spending 200 for such a small light but great review as always

  • @HISPEKK
    @HISPEKK Рік тому

    How about mounting on a cold shoe, cheers Barry.

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому +1

      You can do that but I don’t recommend mounting a light on your camera. Too video-camera-ish

    • @chasedaleyphotofilmhouse7272
      @chasedaleyphotofilmhouse7272 Рік тому

      @@whoismatt However perfect for in yo face dance floor madness where you may want that video-camera-ish-dadcam-vibe haha

  • @matthewjay4098
    @matthewjay4098 Рік тому

    does it pop and crackle when it warms up

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому

      Nope

    • @dakotabuttrey
      @dakotabuttrey Рік тому

      You gotta get the magnetic Rice Crispy filter first to get that Snap Crackle Pop.

  • @jpemile
    @jpemile Рік тому

    Soooo we're just going to skip the Zhiyun Fiveray M40? Wym gap in the market?

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому +2

      Haven’t tried one yet. I need to get it :)

    • @paulgero
      @paulgero Рік тому

      Matt it is a nice light. But no app control and only bi color. Not as many mounting options too. For $100 it is good.

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому +1

      @@paulgero sounds like a good deal for $100 but that Sidus link app and RGB are a pretty big upgrade for sure.

    • @jpemile
      @jpemile Рік тому +1

      @@paulgero It is more comparable to the Core SWX TorchLED that he mentioned in the video in terms of remote control and color range but the M40 has the most flexible mounting system of the bunch for sure.

    • @paulgero
      @paulgero Рік тому

      @@jpemile I think that the magnetic mounting options on the aputure pro give it the nod for mounting options imo. The m40 has that bracket arm with a 1/4-20.

  • @the_user0069
    @the_user0069 Рік тому

    nice but for the price going for the molus 100

  • @enriquemartin8655
    @enriquemartin8655 Рік тому

    I still have the originals core .

  • @benjamin.kelley
    @benjamin.kelley Рік тому

    Honestly, I was never impressed with the Core SWX Torch LED lights. Yes they're helpful, but not for lighting dance floors or toasts. Two Aputure 60x lights are your best bet.

  • @vahidamini1863
    @vahidamini1863 3 місяці тому

    ✌....

  • @midnorthmedia8136
    @midnorthmedia8136 10 місяців тому

    I am disappointed with this light. I used it to shoot in a night club and the modifiers fell off multiple times as I was moving around the venue. Magnets not strong enough.

  • @creatorsjourney6286
    @creatorsjourney6286 Рік тому

    I don’t like the defusing is too weak

  • @donnieyen4
    @donnieyen4 7 місяців тому

    Never heard about the dmg dash ? It’s much better quality and Aputure just totally copy it.

  • @paulgero
    @paulgero Рік тому +3

    Once again you get me to open my wallet.

  • @makatron
    @makatron 6 місяців тому +1

    They're asking way too much money for a 5w light.

  • @realmadera
    @realmadera Рік тому +14

    $99 we're game. $200 hard pass.

    • @hasanrashid610
      @hasanrashid610 Рік тому +3

      Godox C5R is 79$ on BH and i found it in local shop 65$ . It has all these features except honeycomb grid. I totally agree that 99$ is max price on this thing.

    • @A1Bokeh
      @A1Bokeh 9 місяців тому

      Maybe even 150

  • @hasanrashid610
    @hasanrashid610 Рік тому +3

    It's difficult to believe that this is not a sponsorship. Specially when you said that the price is good and it's worth it. This thing should not worth more than 65$ . Good luck

    • @abakahcoffie
      @abakahcoffie Рік тому

      The zhiyun fiveray m40 is a better deal

    • @hasanrashid610
      @hasanrashid610 Рік тому

      ​​@@abakahcoffie Lume Cube Panel Go RGB costs less than half the price and it has built in screen. I'm not saying its bad product. It's just unreasonably overpriced.

    • @whoismatt
      @whoismatt  Рік тому

      If you can find an RGB led light with an iOS app and honeycomb grid for $65 I would absolutely love to review it, sounds like a killer deal.

    • @hasanrashid610
      @hasanrashid610 Рік тому

      @@whoismatt Well this is all about the market. If you compare this product with Colbor CL60R RGB with the same price its just too expensive. The build quality the technology and versatile features in the colbor is on another level. I simply don't like to pay for something doesn't worth it. That's why if i compare to this product it's should be 65$ maybe 100 at max . I wrote in previous reply about Lume Cube Go RGB 89$ that has these features with LCD screen . We need new products to be better and cheaper as a customer. Im not reviewing this as a dealer or sell manager. Best wishes.

  • @RJMPictures
    @RJMPictures Рік тому

    $200 though? naw...