We were sitting at NAB when Aputure announced its new LS 600c Pro—visit our Instagram for some video of the event. The light stands on the shoulders of the ones that came before it but comes with RGBWW capabilities, an upgrade over the 600d/600x Pro. But there are also a few other fun improvements. Check out this clip from Aputure, and let's talk after.
So, What Do We Get?
The Light Storm 600c Pro is Aputure’s first-ever full-color point-source light fixture, complete with Bowens Mount Compatibility, custom color-blending optics, intense output, weather resistance, and professional level connectivity. That's a lot of solid features.
But it also has an immensely powerful RGBWW LED chipset that is capable of 600W of total output. This positions the LS 600c Pro as one of the brightest full-color point-source light fixtures on the market and as having the highest wattage RGBWW chipset in any point-source LED for filmmaking.
Bowens Mount AccessoryCredit: Aputure
Universal Compatibility
With its Bowens Mount, the LS 600c Pro is uniquely positioned as one of the most adaptable fixtures on the market—making it perfect for use in many different situations.
Let's elaborate on that. What makes this such a special light? With the LS 600 Series Hyper Reflector, the LS 600c Pro can output 4,150+ lux at 3 meters, and the Bowens Mount fixture, when paired with the BM1215 Hyper Reflector, makes this rig capable of output at 17,480+ lux.
Using the same foundational RGBWW technology in other high-end Aputure fixtures, such as the Nova series, the LS 600c Pro can even achieve color reproduction with an SSI (D56) of 74 and even an SSI (Tungsten) of 85. It also features a wide CCT range of 2,300K to 10,000K, green-magenta adjustment, and the ability to reproduce more than 90% of colors within Rec.2020 color space.
LS 600c Rear ConnectorCredit: Aputure
Say you want to get hands-on, the LS 600c Pro also features a brand-new UX, including easy access to different light modes, 10 user-programmable presets, and other advanced features, such as Max & Constant Output Modes, Frequency Selection, 4 Fan Modes, 4 Dimming Curves, and 15 Lighting FX.
And like the Nova series, the LS 600 Pro features critical professional color controls including XY, RGB, Source & Gel Presets, as well as advanced HSI with white-point adjustability, and the professional connectivity options including LumenRadio CRMX, 16-bit DMX512, and Art-net & sACN via etherCON.
LS 600CCredit: Aputure
Lastly, matching the rest of the LS 600 Pro series fixtures, the 600c Pro utilizes unique V-Mount or Gold Mount battery plates that feature both multi-voltage compatibility and active battery-charging functionality, so users can always be ready in fast-paced shooting environments. If things go wrong on set, this light lets you adapt.
The control box can also accept 48V/15A DC power via 3-pin XLR, allowing it to be powered via external battery power stations or block batteries.
Sound too good to be true? It's not.
Key Features
- 600W Output Full Color Bowens Mount RGBWW Point Source LED
- 720W Maximum Power Draw
- Fully Tunable CCT from 2,300K to 10,000K
- Fully Tunable Green-Magenta Adjustment
- 90% of Colors Within Rec.2020 Color Space
- Hue, Saturation, and Intensity with CCT Control
- Industry-standard X,Y(CIE 1931)
- Light Source Presets
- 300+ Gel Presets
- 15 Built-in Lighting FX
- 2 Output Modes: Max & Constant
- 4 Dimming Curves: Linear, Exponential, Log, S-Curve
- 10 User-Programmable Presets
- Frequency Selection to Reduce Flicker
- 4-Fan Modes: Smart/Medium/High/Silent
- Multiple Control Methods: SidusLink Bluetooth App Control, LumenRadioCRMX, Art-net & sACNvia etherCON
- Multi-Voltage Battery Plates (V/Gold Mount): Half Power (14.4V/15A, 26V/8.5A, 28.8V/7.5A)
- V-Mount/Gold Mount Battery Charging
- Supports 48V/15A DC Input (3-pin XLR): Battery Power Stations & Block Batteries
- 16-bit 5-Pin DMX512 In & Out
- 360° Rotation, Curved Dual Disk-brake Yoke
- UtilizesUniversal Bowens Mount Standard
- Dual Junior/BabyPin (16mm/28mm)
- Lightning Clamp Quick Release Plate
- 7.5m Weatherproof Head Cable
- 6m Locking NeutrikpowerCONTRUE1 TOP AC Power Cord
- Rolling Case included
- 4,150+ lux @ 3m with LS 600 Series Hyper Reflector
- 17,480+ lux @ 3m with BM1215 Hyper Reflector (Narrow)
- 5,300+ lux @ 3m with BM 1230 Hyper Reflector (Medium)
- 2,694+ lux @ 3m with BM1245 Hyper Reflector (Wide)
Final Thoughts
NAB 2022 has been a whirlwind of unique innovations that push the boundaries of workflow and technology. Atomos and Teradek partnered with Frame.io to bring the cloud to all facets of production, while Blackmagic Design made the cloud affordable.
Now Aputure is giving us rainbows of color. We're only on day two, but NAB 2022 is absolutely killing it.
