Aputure 100d & 200d Review: Excellent Value Lighting for Home Studios & YouTube

[@TechTesters]

Hey Gerald! Lovely video as always, super chill to watch. Lil' update: 200D seems to have a new, much quieter fan and is pretty much inaudible even with the default fan profile. They also reinforced the bit that was sensitive to overtightening/cracking. Super happy with them!

[@RSteuermann]

This is true, now its much quiter, and now after one year after the video I bought 2 of them. New ventilator, new software made it more quiet, look that you dont get a older one (produced) at ebay...

[@JamesVanderVeen]

He says he's crazy, but he seems to be the most rational person on KZbin!

[@TheGameBench]

I'd like to see these compared to the newer Godox lights.

[@kylelimeback]

thats what i was thinking! the godux vl150 vs the new amaran lights

[@nachojr99]

@@kylelimeback The Godox are a bit more expensive but you get a more solid build, remote control and battery power. If you need location shooting these Amaran are a no-go, however for a home studio or just to set them and forget them, they're a great value.

[@TheGameBench]

@@nachojr99 That's what I'm gathering. Looks like you get better build quality out of the newer Godox models by comparison. I'd be curious to see how they stack up from a technical perspective. Location shooting isn't a big deal for me, but for a similar price, I feel like these wouldn't be too much of an upgrade from a Godox SL-60 where the newer Godox would in every way.

[@TheGameBench]

@2WheelsGood I'll admit, the app looks pretty nice.

[@caseyonlocation8257]

@2WheelsGood Personally, I prefer the old fashioned remote control that Godox provides in the box. I don't want to rely on an app on my phone.

[@ArielBenichou]

Gerald is my new favorite geartuber. I must say that demonstrating gear in the sponsor break is genius!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Nice to see a set of more affordable lights!

[@cube_view]

Wow, never expected you to be here Nigel 🙌🏼😀

[@iPodiMaster]

@@cube_view Nigel from The Wild Thornberrys ?

[@Theskulloftech]

I just love how you incorporated the outtakes. That just gives a lot of motivation to small content creators like me to go out there and make more and more content, make mistakes, repeat, learn, and so on. Making mistakes is a part of the process and it shouldn't really make us panic!

[@Ed_Scott]

Now the new year is complete!!!! Welcome back Gerald.....

[@dunnadidit]

"I'm Gerald Undone... Does that make me crazy?" (sung to the tune of Gnarles Barkle's Crazy)

[@DirectedbyQ]

I literally only came for the intro, already know abut the lights and his dope videos

The way you force us to listen about your sponsor is so clever that I can't even get mad

[@ZakDeadlight]

It's the best advert I've ever seen. Genius

[@cyanidex]

Welcome back! I was wondering what was missing in my life.

[@ksspang]

Happy New Year Gerald! always love your stuff. I still vigorously proclaim that you should have a much higher sub count, your quality and thoroughness is amazing keep it up!

[@threefoldtv]

Wonder how trivial it would be for Aputure to swap out that 3-pin XLR power end with a low-profile one to solve the umbrella rod issue... 🤔

[@olivierl2172]

7:04 It doesn't look like an issue to me. They are very close but it looks fine, I don't see any pushing/forcing. 🤷‍♂️

[@matthieuvandenneucker]

Finally a light that I feel comfortable buying from a well known brand. I’ve been looking for such light for a long time

[@ecsix]

So no one is going to mention the dirty danglers @3:54?

[@PhillipSkraba]

Those bloopers, love them. That looks my everyday. Oh yeah, I like that 100D, sweet little thing.

[@selormey]

Cheers Gerald! I appreciate your continued efforts towards this platform and I’ve enjoyed watching your content over the past few years. Despite the unfortunate previous year I look forward to enjoying the content you and your follow creators put out in the world 😊

[@JD-ik4gw]

"I'm Gerald Undone and this isn't even my final form."

[@manilamartin1001]

Super sayan!

[@HarrisonWaters]

"If you didn't find this review helpful, try setting your playback speed to 75%" haha totally worth sticking to the end. Thanks for all your continued hard work Gerald. Great stuff.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Lets go!

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

Haha, just finished watching your video and noticed Gerald posted one too!

[@Visethelegend]

@@CRANEREVIEWS lol me too, but it’s strange that they had different light lux readings. Way different

[@Visethelegend]

4:50 lcd screen seems ok in this test and not in DSLR

[@davidacoder]

Yes, I also noticed the very, very different lux numbers for the 100d in particular. Over at DSLR Video Shooters the 100d beats the 120dii in terms of lux, here it is (clearly) the other way around. Wondering what is going on there...

[@Lam]

@@davidacoder yeah, I'd like more information as well. Was it a measurement error from one of the creators. Looks like they both have light meters.

[@anthonypc1]

I've been looking for some charts comparing how much LUX you get for your bucks! Thanks Gerald. This was lit.

[@tymace9045]

I hope you had a great holiday season Gerald! Just wanted to quickly say thanks for all the hard work you put into making informative and entertaining content. I hope you have a great 2021.

[@geraldundone]

Thanks, Tyler. Appreciate this.

[@PatrickRambles]

Gerald, great video! How would you say the 100D compares to the Godox ML60?

[@ch3m1st]

I preordered the 200X as a secondary light to my 300X. Sticking with bicolor for more versatility. Slight power reduction worth it for options I think.

[@davisdediosmedia]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who talks to themselves while filming these !

[@AlexSwan]

Would two of these be powerful enough to light one person from 3 meters distance?

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

I ordered a 100d. Can't wait for it to arrive

[@DAstudiosss]

going to be buying the 100D :) absolutely love your videos !

[@noahh.9151]

What about when compared to the Godox lights though?

[@Memerle0815]

Check the Video from DSLR Video Shooter (: He compares it to the sl60w

[@clickawaymedia9131]

@@Memerle0815 SL60w is so last year. ML 60 is better. ;)

[@JonPaulKersey]

Is the 200x better then the VL150 from Godox?

[@caseyonlocation8257]

Your out-take rejects at the end of the video is hilarious! And I thought I had a hard time with certain paragraphs that include saying various make and model names of various products. I sometimes do 20 different re-takes for the same paragraph before I get it right. That's while using a teleprompter too, haha!

[@spiderflux]

As a novice about to buy their first real studio light this was super helpful, thanks!

[@danielgrindrod]

I’m pleased to see this more affordable range from them, glad I pre-ordered now.

[@bigzdub]

Question: How would you say these compare to the Godox VL Series lights? For functionality and build they seem like a better compromise than these.

[@tomdchi12]

If Aputure really has cheaped out on the fan for the 200w models, it will be interesting to see if there is a Noctua fan that will fit the space and airflow needs. It might also be possible to bypass the fan controller and just run the fan continuously (might require soldering, though.)

[@xxphactor]

I liked that (output/$ Lux) idea! Good stuff!

[@anasqsous2200]

What do you recommend more the amaran 200d or the godox sl 200ii ?

[@stevemulisa]

Love your channel. Straight to the point , honest review. Just subscribed

[@badplatano]

I was wating for this by the minute, literally!

[@jonafiedler]

Amazing video as always Gerald, what if you have to choose between this lights or the godox vl150?

[@YoungBlaze]

is it me or am i see another price from what you guys keep sayin its 200 or 250 for the 100d

[@DarthXionGames]

Awesome video as always. I'd love to see how these compare to the Godox VL150s though. That seems like it's the obvious competitor.

[@PierceJPeterson]

What percent do you recommend to use for the 200d?

[@MartinCliffe]

Couple of 200d lights sounds like a winning solution for fixed studio lights. Tempting. Was considering another 120dMkII.

[@LashanR]

Having just filmed a video this evening I related 100% to those bloopers 🤣

[@sodastreetproductions4305]

Thanks for another excellent review. Was about to finilise my checkout on 4 x 100d but wasnt 100% convinced and thought I'd just check if you had anything on them. Your concise and detailed info is always very helpful in decoding complex tech choices. Thanks again.

[@DavidDelgadoMusic]

I just bought the godex VL200. (Thanks for your review of those - I love them) How do these compare to the 200d.

[@PaulFeinberg]

Fantastic overview as always. Nicely done!

[@amdenis]

Happy New Year. Yeah... we’re like off to a great start.... at least we have you and your ‘Wonderland”!

[@parikksit]

man those bloopers were so much fun! Thanks for the review... adding a gel to the 200d (something like an orange gel just to make the light warm) Vs. 3200k setting on the 200x? which one would you recommend?

[@brianfareedamellorsebrahim4470]

Hi Gerald would you say this is better than the sokani x60 v2 ?

[@inspiredlightfilms]

Gerald, you're right! 75% speed made this so much more entertaining :) Great job on the review!

[@DA_Fuller]

Love your reviews. Happy New Year 🎊

[@aaronvilarino]

Hi! thanks for your extremeley valuable work! What do you think is louder, a godox sl150w or the 200d model? Regarding the values you give in your videos, it looks like the godox is louder, but you don't mention it as a problem. Were this measures taken at the same distance?

[@CK3DPRINTS]

Honest opinion of the light quality between the 200 and the Godox vl200? Thank you for the great, and well thought out, content🤘

[@flochfitness]

As always, amazing review. Thanks Gerald!

[@TAJARIBSAUD]

Oh my god Finally we are undone gear again Welcome back gerlald

[@whistletutor]

Has anyone been able to actually buy one of these? I've had an one on backorder since February. B&H said they'll get it from Amaran April 21st but no dice. Starting to think these lights don't really exist.

[@Miguel_Molina]

How would the Aputure 200d stack up against the Godox VL200?

[@fearghalh820]

Great video Gerald, as always... How does these light compare to Godox when you talk about value for money and price per lux?

[@BluePacificMedia]

Great review, easy to digest without annoying gimmicks and crazy edits…sub’d.

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

Curious if you can replace the fan to a Noctua and if that would actually make it less noisy, anyone ever tried?

[@TheCoolFactor]

Ka-ching! A must have for me, finally! The 100d is exactly what I need instead of buying a Godox light.

[@itsanguyennguyen7646]

Exactly our situation, was just about to order the Godox 60w and ended up pre-ordering the 100d.

[@timbeaton5045]

@@itsanguyennguyen7646 Yep. I already have the Godox, and was considering another, but the 100D looks like a no-brainer (ideal for me!!). Will be adding one of these when they appear in France...

[@psznt]

Thanks for the video. Could you do a direct comparsion and differences with the 120D ii?

[@Deep-Travel]

If you were buying your first key light, would you buy Apurture or Godox? What are the benefits of going each way besides cost? Thanks.

[@husainfoolath4287]

Do you recommend this light for other things besides youtube? For commercial work and narratve...thanks

[@MZPhotoTech]

In regards to SSI rating, How do they compare to Godox lights?

[@redfield8758]

Nice little new lights from Aputure, will try them for sure !

[@KyleWattsTV]

I’m very happy to see that Aputure has finally made a more affordable light for KZbinrs (probably the target market). I’m definitely going to pick up one of these for an addition light in my studio. Do they seem to have the ability to hold larger/heavier soft boxes?

[@AANasseh]

Says the light is not mean to carry as it doesn't have a carrying bag... shows the box on the table with a handle! LOL! Thank you Gerald for the review! ;)

[@realthoprivate]

Thanks for the review! One day when you have time, try to check if the bulb of the Aputure lights sits exactly in the focal point of the parabolic modifier (it doesn't) and then discuss why you would use a reflector purposed for collimating light, when it doesn't collimate, and why you would be using a collimating reflector together with a layer of diffusion, ment for scattering the light.

[@gogetpro.]

Can not wait to get to preorder the lightdome SE, i want to leave it up permanently on the wall paired with my amaran 200d then my SL300 and lightdome 2 on a Cstand. Thanks for the video !

[@thomascaminada7808]

Fantastic review as always, have you tried the fan update ? I will see how much of an improvement it does. Thanks

[@21ferebee]

Hello Great Video, Can a Light Dome II be used with the 100d.

[@iphonerepairwizz9074]

Brilliant :) When they announced it, i wondered when you would be reviewing them :)

[@tshansen]

Outtakes are so damn underrated 🤣👏🏻 Thank you sir, you sold me another light to pair with my godox VL200 👏🏻

[@Studio3Oficial]

Thanks Gerald, Just bought a set of lights! Such a shame there is no battery option :-(

[@art3mis975]

Doesnt the Aputure page say AC and battery options? I think they maybe just do it as paid upgrade down the road.

[@tomdchi12]

I think they may have a 48v power station.

[@MrEddieNunez]

This new light or the Godox SL series?

[@c0pyimitati0n]

7:40 That's interesting because when I white balance with my two 100d's I have to set it to around 4900 🤷‍♂️

[@laurencegrant2882]

I wonder how the Aputure 200d compares to the Godox SLB60

[@videopat3285]

thanks for the video. Would you do a comparison with Nanlite forza 60B?

[@andrescastaneda9857]

There's no problem with the umbrella, you're just using it way to closer to the lamp. Umbrellas are intended to be used with some distance (as any other modifier) and having the possibility of using them with this light is a win win situation. You should try to use them in a video, they're cheap and good, perfect for a light like this

[@timbeaton5045]

You could always buy a cheap umbrella (less than $10) , and saw a bit off the end of the mounting rod, to allow the fixture to be closer to the light. This would remove the issue with the power connector, at the pretty minimal expanse of having to "customise" one umbrella for the light. Job done.

[@alexv4907]

Thanks Gerald! Do you think it's worth upgrading to this from an HR672s?

[@rinusworldzm]

Hey Gerald, great video. Watched it a few times and I'm still learning. Could you in theory battery power the 100D?

[@TheToneWork]

Why on earth would you need to or even want to push the umbrella stem that far back 7:00 ?! It doesn't help secure it in any way to push it that far back and it diminishes the diffusion of light when it's that close to the source?

[@timothythompson3068]

It's funyy, Caleb put out his review on these lights withing 5 minutes of yours. :) 😁

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

Review embargo got lifted just now, interesting if there is a reason it wasn't a scheduled upload, or why there is a small difference within the reviews.

[@JamesVanderVeen]

It's strange seeing something on this channel close to my price range. I like it.

[@raphjaaf]

At 7:36 I thought for a second that I was watching at 1.25x speed haha

[@TaylorMoore4K]

Dude the Aputure 1DX 200D Mark II is my absolute favorite.

[@Ronniegti]

Hi Gerald, do you know how the 100d compares to the Nanlite Fs150? I'm not sure which one to get

[@stephenturco7750]

With a soft box attached, could the 100D work as a key light for a one-person interview? Shooting with a GH5, f1.7, 1/50, 800 ISO? Thanks for the informative review.

[@wardex9094]

The amaran is compatible with the aputure spotlight ? And the gobos ?

[@Cadence24]

how those light compare to the godox VL150 / VL200 ? Im planning to buy a good but affordable light, and Im planning to travel with the light to different locations, so should I wait for the aputure 200d or its worth to invest more and get the godox vl150 ?

[@itsdannyftw]

Hey Gerald, for the 100x/200x, is there a 'constant output' and 'max output' setting like the Aputure 300x?

[@Soul_Visuals_Photography]

I think these are fantastic for my home studio!

[@BillMcFadden]

Hi, where do you find the table stand for the 100D? Thanks.

[@martin.morscher]

are they a alternative to the godox vl150? Would you recommend them over the godox one?

[@kenneth6102]

I know this may not get answered since it's a very old video. Anyway, if I can get a secondhand fairly scratched up pair of Amaran 200X for USD 349, should I go for it? Or do these LED burnout over use time that I should get new ones instead?

[@AfoteyAnnum]

It's a really, really, REALLY good time to get into cinematography. Things like these lights and Sirui's amazing budget anamorphic lenses represent true technical disruption, which is good for all of us. The cost bar for entry has been lowered TREMENDOUSLY!

[@grooveecard]

Great info again, man! Nice work! This may be the way to go for me.