Aputure LS 60x & 60d Review | What CAN'T These Lights Do?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this video I review the new Aputure 60d and Aputure 60x LED lights. These lights feature multiple power options, a Fresnel-style focusing lens, wireless control, built-in special effects, and much more.
The build quality is exceptional, and they include a high quality carrying case, as well as an array of accessories.
I also compare the Aputure 60d and 60x against some other popular lights like the Godox ML60, the Nanlite Forza 60, and the Nanlite Forza 60b.
This light is very close to perfect, but does have some color accuracy quirks on the low end of the color temperature range, as well as fan noise that might not be acceptable for certain people.
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== TABLE OF CONTENTS ==
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0:00 - Intro
0:29 - Carrying Case
0:42 - Build Quality
0:55 - Power Options
1:42 - Bowens Mount Adapter
2:15 - Barn Doors
2:35 - Focusing Lens & Brightness
4:13 - Color Accuracy
6:39 - Fan Noise
7:30 - Control, Special FX, & Other Features
8:23 - Remote Control
8:35 - Little Details
9:13 - Final Thoughts
9:32 - Pricing & Similar Lights
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Excellent video! 🤓👍💜
Thanks, and thanks for checking it out! If it’s Gerald Approved, it has become my new benchmark. 👍👍
You guys need to collab. Maybe Gerald can even bring his clipboard. Your studio looks a little too perfect 👀
Haha. If I showed you my POV sitting in my chair you’d see about 25 boxes surrounding the perimeter of the room.
I wouldn’t be against a Canadian visitor 😄 I’ve got some amazing California wilderness to check out just 50 minutes away, and 2 kids that would drive Gerald crazy enough to want to get lost in it.
Can't wait to see your review on these.
Wow! 2 of my idols approved! Its settled then 🤙👌
This review is honestly one of the best I've seen. Thanks for the info!
Thanks! Glad you liked it. I've got plenty more with this came from :)
Hey homes, your videos are freaking solid. Really appreciate your commitment and rigor.
Thanks, glad you liked it!!
Fantastic review! And I swear I held true and didn't watch any other reviews until I finished my own, and you and I got the same results and conclusions!
Haha thanks! And well done being a man of your word 👍
Thanks for the review. At first I'm thinking about getting Amaran 100d, but now, I think I will go with this one. Thanks for the reviews.
I think you’ll be happy either way, but I personally would choose the 60d/60x over the Amaran lights too 👍
This guy I s a one stop shop for reviews that make sense. Short and sweet.
I’m binging his videos.
Just like Aputure these last couple of years, you too have stepped up your game the last 12 months. Great review and I like your B-Roll choices, creative but unobtrusive just like good B-Roll should be. Keep up the good work dude!
Thanks! That's much appreciated :) I try to make one thing about each video better than the last. Doesn't always work out, but I try, haha.
Chapters you made in this video are so helpful, It saves a lot of time.
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.
This video went beyond my expectations. Marvelous ~
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
Best review on these lights I've watched today.
Hmmm. Could be that you liked mine the best, or that you only watched mine...
Your reviews are great, I really love them.
I was waiting for this model for a long time... Also godox got S60 (with 3 light kit) and sz150r... That s great but make more difficult to pick with limited budget ☺️
Thank you! And yes, we are all very spoiled with all the options now. The SZ150R is at the top of my list as soon as I can get ahold of one :)
Excellent review brother! Made me buy them!
Thanks for the support! I'm sure you'll love them!
Always good reviews!
Much appreciated! Thanks for commenting :)
I got two of these. Coming from a practilite 602, the bowens mount is a game changer for me. Also, it's much brighter than the 602. I think practilite has a lot to catch up with.
Great review as always.
Thanks
A lot of people who previously had those lights really love these! I'm glad my video was helpful :)
Solid review. Thanks for shedding some LIGHT on the features/benefits of the Aputure. 😂
My grandpa would be proud of that joke, LOL.
Nice! Love your reviews thanks!
Thanks! And you’re welcome 😁
Great video! now I know better what to expect
Thanks, glad you liked it!
Great review as usual. Can´t wait for your take on the Godox SZ150R
Thanks! Really looking forward to that one. It better have green/magenta adjustment in CCT modes...
@@NewLayer that and some way to power it via batteries
@@MrBaptista I expect it to be like the FV and SL II series with no v-mount support. So you would need an external power station like the Tacklife P50 I have geni.us/tacklifep50
@@NewLayer bummer!
Awesome review as always man. I’ve got the came tv fresnel light similar to this I’m sure I’ll eventually replace them with this or maybe the amaran version 😏
Thanks! These are definitely an upgrade compared to the previous generation of similar lights, so when the time comes, I think you'd be very happy with them :)
Straightforward, no-nonsense, and informative video without a splashy overlong intro or a high key personality shouting like a morning radio DJ. Just quality infocontent.
Thanks! I’d like to claim I keep it toned down purposefully, but I’m so monotonous that this is me at my most energetic, lol.
Very good review! Thx!
No problem!
Comparison that is on website is awesome. I’d consider adding beam angle to the list.
video great.
Thanks! I have a field for it on the back end, but anything that can't be imported directly from my Sekonic C-800 takes extra time, which I don't have haha. Maybe in the future.
Gerald Undone sent me. He said this was an excellent video. When the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy speaks, we listen. 😎👍
Haha, I dunno, I heard that Gerald guy doesn't know much about tech...
@@NewLayer he knows NOTHING about tech! 😂😂😂
Thanks for the information
Glad you liked it, thanks for commenting.
I think these lights are pretty competitive for what they are. I bet this light and an Aputure Lantern modifier would be sick for a desk film setup. Nice and compact.......Hmmm.......Interesting to see what modifiers they come out with for these lights. Great video as always!
I honestly expected the price to be a little higher given the focusing lens and all the included accessories. A small lantern would probably work well, but I'm not sure even at full 45 degree flood they would fill a larger lantern evenly.
@@NewLayer would be interesting
@@NewLayer If you had to choose between those and the Amaran series, wich ones are a better investment?
@@xxlaumic Personally I would choose the LS 60x/60d because: they come with a case, can be powered by v-mount/np-f batteries, and have a focusing lens.
If you're a content creator that needs a light that never leaves a single spot in the studio though, the Amaran 100d is an absolutely killer deal.
Thanks for the early review! Can you please add the Godox M1 to the comparison website of yours? That tool is useful, already got a great tube light from there. Appreciate it!
Thanks for watching. I add any light I can get my hands on, so it’s just a matter of time :)
Best review in the world!!
Yeah buddy!!!
I subscribed as soon as you said, "I dream about carrying cases for lights, big whoop, you want to fight about it?" 😂😂 Just earlier today I was thinking how saying, "You want to fight about it?" is one of the funniest things a person can say about trivial stuff. In the same vein, "You think you're better than me!?" is also hilarious to whip out whenever someone says anything, really
Haha, sounds like the algorithm knew exactly what it was doing for once.
Gerald Sent Me! Great review!
Thanks! But who the heck is Gerald?! 🤔😉
This looks great. Thanks for the detailed review. I have a couple of questions. What are the cons of using a gel to get tungsten from the 60D as needed? I'm debating between the Godox s60 3 light kit or putting together a custom kit as needed with the Aputure 60D and any needed modifiers. I like the app control for the aputure system and quality as you have shown. Also, any lightstand recs to go with the light? Thanks!
The main cons to me of using a gel to take a daylight to tungsten is 1) it will be about 1/3 stop dimmer than a bi-color light of the same power, and 2) you have to deal with the cost and hassle of attaching gels. The pros to gelling is that when you are NOT using gels, you have a brighter light by about 1/2-2/3 stops, so you just have to decide what the higher priority is.
For collapsible air cushioned lightstands, I have these: geni.us/laofashdlightstand
Or these for c-stands:
geni.us/impactcstand
geni.us/neewercstand2pack
Hope that helps!
@@NewLayer thanks, that was really helpful!
Very helpful👍
Glad to hear that!
Great video, thank you! Is there an alternative for gobo usage than Aputure’s spotlight attachment?
Thanks, and not that I know of. The Spotlight Zoom Mini is a beast of a spotlight, it's bigger than the 60d/x itself, so if you're main use for a light is to use a projection attachment, keep that in mind!
This guy makes me want to purchase every single light! jajaja
Great job!
Hahaha! It’s not my fault, there are SOOO many good options coming out.
Brace yourself because there are at least 3 coming in February I’m excited about :)
@@NewLayer wow 😲 thanks for sharing
Great video. As usual. How do these compare to the intellytech x100 you reviewed? Is the intellytech considerably brighter? Which one do you prefer?
As far as brightness goes, the X-100 will be negligibly brighter when compared at the same beam angles, but it's really not enough to matter in my opinion. The 60x/d have a bigger beam angle range if I recall correctly.
The Aputure lights are better designed and more compact with a better carrying case. And they come with all the accessories you need for different mounting/battery options, so it's a more complete kit.
The X-100 has an external controller, and the 60d/x have the controls on the back of the light which I prefer, plus Sidus Link mobile app control. Unless you can find the X-100 a good deal cheaper and don't need the things I mentioned, I'd definitely get the Aputure option if possible.
Great review just a question what do you think this light for like a wedding, fist dance, putting this light maybe 5 o 10 meters fare from the couple?
This light would excel in that situation. Other 60 watt lights would work as well if you put the stock reflector on, but this one has it built in and can focus in or out to give you the right size spotlight and brightness. Hope that helps :)
Excellent review, thanks. I am wondering if you have had the chance to use the 60d or 60x as a key light yet (as you mentioned you might)? I am thinking about purchasing one for location-oriented interviews, product photography, and video work. The portability and cost (over the 120D Mk2 are appealing - just not sure about the fresnel and output).
I have used it in testing as a key light, and here's the thing people may not realize about a light like this with a focusing lens
If you take a traditional 60 watt COB like the Godox SL60W with a 120 degree beam angle and measure it bare bulb, you'll get around 3000 lux. Something like the 60d, with a much tighter beam angle may be 1.5 stops brighter or so, but once a softbox comes into play, they are essentially the same.
If I put a softbox on an SL60W, all the light that doesn't shoot directly through the diffusion will bounce around inside and then eventually come out the front anyways. Granted, there is a small amount of power loss from spill/efficiency loss.
If I put a softbox on the 60d, the majority of the light will shoot straight through the diffusion, with very little bouncing around, but the end result is essentially the same since all the photons end up coming out the front anyways.
You'll probably get 1/3 stop more brightness out of a light with a focusing lens because of the light loss for the reasons I mentioned above.
With all that said, if you use a softbox all the time, a focusing lens isn't going to do much for you, so if that's the main selling point, you may want to reconsider.
The 60d/x have so many other great things going for them that even if you do use a softbox most of the time, they are well worth it for the case, power options, size, build quality, Sidus Link control, etc. in my opinion. If you need a lot of brightness for a simple key in a large softbox, I would go with a 150W+ light, like the 120d II or 300d II or even 300x if you shoot with ambient light.
I hope that helps!
@@NewLayer Extremely helpful, thanks! I'm a seasoned photographer but very new to video and using lights - so I very much appreciate the detailed explanation. My plan is to start with a 60X (given my budget) and perhaps work my way up to purchasing a 120/300 in the future and then using the 60X as a hair/spot/etc. - but I am now feeling more confident that the 60X will work as a key light in the meantime. Thanks again. I'm loving your channel!
@@noconordic6974 I think that's a great plan, because like you said, the 60x is one of the best hair/rim/spot lights you can buy, so even if it's not quite what you need as a key, you'll certainly use it for something else.
JT: Longtime subscriber who enjoys your thorough reviews. I've been using Stella Pros for a couple of years for their ultra compact size and high output, but looking to maybe update them with some thing small but more reasonable in price and controllable with a remote.. This light looks intriguing, but I can't stand those big u-shaped yokes and the room they take up. Is there a way to remove the yoke, and put a stud into one of those Arri rosette receptacles to use it with a heavy duty umbrella reflector? I know the light be mounted sideways for reading the screen, but I'd be okay with that. But I'm not a fan of those yokes. What do you think? Thanks for any insights!
Thanks for the support! You can take the yoke off completely. The knob on this light is a female connection, so the threaded rod is coming out of the body of the light. The other side is an allen bolt screwing into a female connection in the body of the light. All that said, you can remove the yoke and figure out a way to mount it to a stand somehow.
The biggest downside would be losing the ability to mount your power source to the light, but if you have a little v-mount clip that attaches to a light stand, it might be no big deal.
It's pretty compact overall, even if the yoke is proportionally large compared to the light, so you might find you like it anyways. Hope that helps :)
@@NewLayer Thank you!
What do you think? Are these a must-buy at their current prices?
Thanks for your no-nonsense review!
Looks like another cool product from Aputure. I've been looking for a hair light/accent light, and this would certainly do that, but I wish it was compatible with Aputure's original remote control. I use that all the time on my shoots, and I loath relying on multiple cell phone apps to get my work done. It's nice that Aputure included a quality carry case, as that is an area that most cheaper lights fall short in.
Q: Does the locking AC cable work with any power supply? Most of my older Aputure power supplies suffer from the AC cables coming loose, so I'd love to replace them all with locking AC cables if they would be compatible. Can you check this and reply?
@@davidp158 Thanks for the comment. Glad you liked the video. The cables DO work with any socket (I just tried two random ones). I think you’ll just find them as “Locking IEC Cable”.
Hope that helps!
@@NewLayer Thanks for checking and the reply. I just ordered a locking IEC cable on Amazon for $10 from Quail Electronics. I'll probably order more if they work as expected. A few less distractions on set is always a good thing.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P6ZG9TU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
@@davidp158 Totally agreed! Glad you found something an unexpectedly useful thing from my video :)
I bought the Godox ML60 largely on your recommendation and really love it, and was able to get it for ~$260 at B&H. For $100 cheaper than these I still feel good about it, but these Aputures clearly seem like better lights overall.
Lovely video, thanks. What I really want to know though, how do these compare with Dedolight DLH4 in terms of brightness (at both ends of focussing) - I'm reluctantly trying to move from tungsten to LED for some jobs and this looks preeeetty good.
Thanks! I wish I could tell you for sure about the Dedolight, but I've never used it. Since that's a halogen light, and LEDs are typically less than 1/3 the wattage for same brightness, I would bet money that the 60d is brighter. I would think the 60x is brighter too, regardless of the fact that it's bi-color. Aputure themselves might be able to tell you, and I would trust whatever their answer is.
@@NewLayer Amazingly swift reply. Thanks! Yeah, I kinda thought it would be.
Unfortunately I cant find ANYWHERE in the UK to buy one!! So - unless you know somewhere - I won't be able to compare until a later date.
@@simoneaves9941 Finding some of these lights is definitely tough lately! Good luck :)
Love your review of the RGB tube lights!
Have you seen the sokani x25? seems like a good alternative to pavotubes. Would love to hear your opinion on that!
Thanks! I just looked them up, but haven't tried them out. I'll be doing a Part 2 of my tube light comparison, so will try to get ahold of those for that :)
@@NewLayer Thanks, really looking forward for that! Btw, love your reviews - very detailed and precise! Thank you!
Thanks for the detailed review. Quick question, would you recommend 60D to be used with a 41" softbox (octabox with both inner & outer diffuser), or is 120d m2 a better option? I have been using with ML60, but wanted to move into Aputure's ecosystem for Siduslink. Thanks!
With a 41" softbox, it should work, especially with the inner diffusion to help. The only concern is the beam angle.
At the widest, it is 45 degrees, which may not be bigger enough for really big modifiers. A 41" parabolic has more depth, so allows the light to spread out more before hitting the diffusion. If it's a 41" collapsible beauty dish or something, you may get a hot spot in the center.
Long story short, if you plan to use that diffusion 90% of the time on the light you buy, the 120d II will probably be the better bet to get more even coverage on the front diffusion panel. Hope that helps!
@@NewLayer I have the Phottix Raja 105, it comes with the deflector as well, do you think that would help? Thank you for the reply.
@@JunJung A deflector would definitely help with this tight beam angle. It's weird they call that a Parabolic Softbox, because it's not, it's a collapsible beauty dish. What they call a "Deep Parabolic" is what everyone else just calls a normal parabolic, and what they call a parabolic is what everyone else calls a collapsible beauty dish. Hope that helps.
@@NewLayer are saying this doesn't have a good spread of light and it's too focused for a round softbox ?
@@creativegreats6924 I'm saying it worked just fine with a 36" softbox in my testing, and should be fine with any softbox that uses an internal diffusion as well as the main diffusion panel. Since it's getting double diffused, it'll be totally fine.
If your softbox is large (like 48") and does NOT have a small internal diffuser, you may get a bit of a hotspot.
good video!
Thanks, glad you liked it!
Hi JT, please can you do a comparison of this light vs the new Godox S60. Thanks.
If I ever get my hands on one I'll try!
Another 6-12months or so, and hopefully we will be able to finally buy one!
Haha, manufacturing has been terribly delayed all year. Hopefully it'll get back to normal in the next 6-12 months.
Great review. The chill trip hop music...not a fan to be honest. I am more a fan...of really emotionally fitting music or silence in the background. But again. That is just constructive constructive critisism I liked your review very much: Subscribed.
Thanks. I mix it up every video, so I guess you'll have to watch them all to see which music you like best 😀
Great review. I notice that the front looks an awful lot like my Dedo DLH4. I'm wondering if the same accessories would be cross-compatible. Do you happen to know the measurements of the front mounting ring?
Thanks! The opening the modifiers slip into is 4 1/8" or 105mm in diameter. Hope that helps!
@@NewLayer Thanks for the quick reply. Unfortunately, the Dedo is 75mm. I'm out of luck there. Anyhow, it's another great option from Aputure, and likely a future replacement for my Dedo if it can cut sharp shadows.
@@AwesomeShotStudios If you can't get the sharp shadows you want from the barn doors, the new native projection attachment + accessories will give you those :)
@@NewLayer I saw that as a 'coming soon' accessory on B&H. I'll be keeping an eye out. Thanks.
What was your distance from the lamp when you measured the brightnesses you listed?
Always from 1 meter 👍
Can you use the little silver Aputure remote control with this?
I'm not 100% sure, but I believe anything that supports Sidus Link (which these do) can be controlled with it. Definitely check with Aputure first if that's a priority for you.
Like these lights but I caught the godox vl150w on sale for $299 I need a bicolor or two though
That's a great deal! Prices are always changing, so the answer isn't ever as clear as it might seem. I'm sure you'll love the VL, and there are more lights from pretty much every brand coming in February :)
Are you going to do a comparison video between this, Nanlite, and Godox?
Not sure I’ll do a specific comparison, but I do have reviews of the Nanlite FS lights coming, and new Godox lights as well. I’ll see how they all compare, and whether a direct comparison makes sense 👍
Light manufacturers do you know how v difficult it is finding the one. Wish they will make it easier. Can you imagine bph photo telling me brightness with its modifier on - that’s cheating isn’t it. They seem to think we are ignorant.
Thanks mate. This was wonderful.
Ps only question can you gel it?
I don’t use gels so I’m sure you can but don’t have a specific way to share with you. The Aputure Light Done II softbox has a built in gel holder though geni.us/aputure2lightdome
I just bought a Forza200 and Nanlite60b. Are those good investments or should I opt for the Aputure variants.
The Forza 200 and 60B are two of my favorite lights, and ones I have no plans to sell. Unless you specifically need the focusing lens of the 60x/d, I wouldn't worry about returning the Nanlite lights and getting the Aputure ones.
how do think this light compared with Godox ML60? I'm interested in the bicolor version and assume Godox will release an ML60 Bi version soon
The ML60 is cheaper and more portable, but doesn’t have v-mount support or included barn doors. I think Godox will release a bi-color light soon, but I’m not sure it’ll be an ML60B. I would expect a 150-200 watt bi-color light first.
I wanted to stick to Nanlite but I'm very tempted to try this!
Definitely has benefits over the Forza lights. Focusing lens, brighter (albeit at a tighter beam angle), better/included Bowens adapter, more power options, Sidus Link...
Not to say the Forza isn’t worth it, because it’s cheaper, smaller, has a fan off mode, etc. Once Nanlite releases an updated mobile app, that’ll be a bit of an equalizer.
@@NewLayer Weather proof or at least Rain proof seems like
@@felipehenaovideo Yeah, even Ted from Aputure basically said don’t do what they do in the demo video and have it running under the rain but... nice to know it’ll probably survive any splashes at the very least
@@NewLayer YEP
Waiting to see the Spotlight Mini Zoom before I make a decision about this light.
Hopefully that'll come soon! Lots of manufacturing delays from most companies, but hopefully the Spotlight Mini Zoom release goes smoothly.
I really wish the battery option was a built in mount like the boltzen 55w rather than the awkward mount to the yolk with a cord running out of it. Would make me feel much more secure when hollywooding the light which is what I do to find the best spot before putting them on stands.
Can you comment on the how well these lights cut with the barn doors? Are they decently clean lines for shaping hard edged background accents?
Personally I like this solution the best. I have some other lights that hold the NP-F batteries directly, like the Jinbei EF II 60. That light has 2 NP-F slots on top of the light, so they are pretty secure. I would be more afraid of the NP-F knocking out of the slot on the underside of the Boltzen than coming out of the v-mount clip on this yoke, but I understand what you mean.
The biggest benefit to this style is that you can natively mount the AC brick and v-mounts as well.
The barn doors cut similarly to others that are close to the light source. If you are looking for super sharp lines, you'd want the projection attachment with the GOBOs and flags to get perfectly straight lines. I haven't tested it because it wasn't out yet, but Aputure showed it off in the launch stream, and it works like other projection attachments in that way.
@@NewLayer Awesome. thanks for the info!
@@thisiseric Sure thing! Happy to help.
Hi! Are you shure about the Godox SL150w Mark II sound? Is it the 2nd version????
Yes it's the SL150W II. I re-record fan noise every single time I do a review so the comparisons are accurate. Hope that helps!
Is the bowens mount adapter strong enough to put big modifers on it?
Yes! It's one of, if not the strongest, out of any Bowens mount adapters I've ever used.
@@NewLayer Sweet! Thanks
Awesome
This light really is awesome.
@@NewLayer yeah I just got the 60x after watching this review. First one in stock in New Zealand
Hi, if you were to buy 1 unit....is it better to buy a 60d and use cto to change the temperature or buy the 60x?
60x for sure, it's easier than using gels, more accuracte, and more efficient. Basically better in every way compared to gelling nowadays :)
Quick question. I'm doing a lot of corporate and I want to create a YT channel of tech review in French. So mainly interviews BUT on the side I want to use the 60d or the 60x inside and outside for video clips to use with gels etc...and I need a lot of output to use outside ! Which one would you use ?
The 60d is going to be brighter because it's the same power, but just has 1 set of LEDs that is on at all times, instead of 2 different color LEDs that are partially on or off like the 60x.
For outdoor use, at least in the sunlight, you'll need to use them without a softbox and zoom the lens in, at least partially.
Hope that helps :)
@@NewLayer So for outdoors you'd suggest the 60d and 60x inside to color match other lights ?
@@laurenthenry That is a solid plan for sure! Outdoors the brighter the better, indoors the more color control the better in most cases in my opinion :)
In the process of buying new lights, how long do I need to wait before I can order one?
You can order them now! And based on the launch stream they did, they should be shipping out starting in a week or two!
I'd greatly appreciate if you used my links, it really helps the channel :)
geni.us/aputurels60d
geni.us/aputurels60x
What about this compared to the nanlite 60 because am planning to buy one of them soon for short film thanks 🙏
I don’t plan on a comparison video because I did a full review on the Forza 60 already, so hopefully it helps th-cam.com/video/ruUd5OMPZsY/w-d-xo.html
Great review! Seems like the Aputure 60x is brighter than the Intellytech x-100. How is that possible? I even checked the photometrics stated on ur website.
It’s because the widest beam angle on the 60x is 45 degrees while the widest beam angle on the x-100 is 70 degrees, and I always measure lights as wide and bare bulb as possible. Zoomed in a bit to match that 45 degrees, the X-100 should be very similar to the 60x. Hope that helps 👍
@@NewLayer thanks for the reply. So, even when zoomed in a bit, the x-100 is only as bright as the 60x. I wonder how Aputure made a 60watt light as bright as a 100watt one. Better fresnels?
@@sevvenelevven I haven’t measured the X-100 at 45 degrees so it could be greater, probably so. Either way it would be a very small difference. There’s a lot of factors that could go into it like a better Fresnel, a more intense hot spot, LED efficiency, etc.
Where can I find the serial number on the LS60x to input into my device list in the Sidus Link app? The device number found in the menu does not work.
Sorry, not sure exactly. Next time I have it out I'll try to remember to look.
@@NewLayer Thank you. I've looked all over to no avail.
Could be interesting to see Lux values with light dome II and saying the distance too...
I try to stay away from listing measurements with modifiers on, although I totally get that it would be helpful. Every modifier changes not only the brightness, but color temperature and tint, so I always talk about bare bulb so comparison between lights is easier.
In general, a 36" softbox will knock off 2 full stops of light.
@@NewLayer thank you! Keep going and nice work! :)
I’d love to see this used as the primary key light for TH-cam content :) and maybe a second as a full :)
I plan to use this in future videos, including lighting setups, so keep your eyes peeled :)
@@NewLayer I will! :) looking forward to it as I currently have the Godox sl60w, but I prefer the Aputure system.
@@Weird_QuestsThe SL60W is a good light, but I can confidently say the 60d/x is better in every single way. Probably not surprising but... :)
@@NewLayer haha nice! I really want the 120D, but most content creators never use the full output of that light, and I could build a kit of 2 for the same price, then expand later.
Not a bad idea at all. With the tighter beam angle, the 60d is surprisingly bright.
I’m buying my very first set of lights. Would you recommend these over the Amaran 100D?
I think the 60d is much more versatile than the Amaran 100d. It's got battery capability, includes a nice case, comes with all kinds of adapters/accessories like barn doors and Bowens adapter. If you can afford it, I think it's a light that will last you 10 years, where the Amaran might need replacing in 1-2 if you start taking things more seriously. Hope that helps.
@@NewLayer thank you for your input. You’re absolutely right.
@@NewLayer hello there, i ordered a 100d about 3 months ago. I bought i pelican case so i can actually transport them. Would you still recommend this over them even if i have a case?
Have you tried it with Dome Mini II ?
I have not, but they fill much larger softboxes just fine, so the mini should work just as well or better.
I’m curious why you didn’t add the sakani x60 to the comparison I would say that little guy stacks up to this
Not as robust but in the same game
Not a bad option for sure, there's just too many other options to include them all, so I try and compare the more popular options. I did full reviews on the X60 and X60 V2 if people are interested.
"What CAN'T These Lights Do" They can't Evenly fill a medium/large softbox unless you have a reflector plate (Beauty Dish) inside to help spread the light. I found going about half way between flood/spot hitting the reflector plate spreads the light nicely on 36" and 26" softboxes, overall very pleased with these units.
I only ever use softboxes with an internal baffle regardless, so it's never an issue, but good to point out for others just in case. Even with a regular COB, using a softbox with just a thin front diffusion panel will result in a hotspot, so I'd say these are no better or worse in those situations.
Do you know for how long two sony batteries will fire the 60x?
They come in a lot of capacities, so it depends which ones you get. You can get around an hour at 100% brightness with larger ones.
You can calculate runtime based on battery capacity and light wattage, and I explain the calculations in this video th-cam.com/video/LWLDVyeuUNE/w-d-xo.html
Hope that helps.
How does this compare to the Intellytech Lightcanon X100. I remember you reviewing that. 100w on the Intellytech might lead to believe that it throws out more light, but is this so? Is the X100 at all worth it with the Aputure L60's in the world?
You can compare the photometrics here, but you're probably asking in regards to brightness: newlayer.com/gear/lights/compare?light1=Intellytech+Light+Cannon+X-100&light2=Aputure+LS+60x
They are nearly identical at full flood, however, the 60x flood is 45 degrees and the X-100 is 70 degrees, so that means the X-100 is brighter since you get the same exposure with a wider spread.
At full spot, they are both 15 degrees, and the 60x is significantly brighter, meaning that it's much more efficient at focusing the light.
Overall, they are still both very close in overall brightness and photometrics. Hope that helps :)
@@NewLayer Thanks for answering man :) Yeah, I've been checking out the photometrics too. Reason I asked on the channel her, is because the X100 was reviewed here about a year ago. Since both lights were tested out by the creator, I thought maybe he'd have some extra more specific insights as to how they compare. All in all, seems like the 60x is the better deal. :)
@@Whaever_1981 Yep, at this point, I'd choose the 60d/x over almost any "comparable" alternative. It's pretty insane how flexible and modular it is, and all the accessories you get, for the price.
@@NewLayer Yes, for sure. I've had one on pre-order at B&H soon after it was announced. Still waiting for it to be delivered. The power output of this light versus its size, and the flexibility of a fixture with this sort of cdesign is just great. Hoping to get it still before the second half of 2021 ;)
@@Whaever_1981 Aputure would be killing it even more than they are if they weren't having such bad manufacturing delays :-/
Hahhaa that half naked reflection...😂🤣😂🤣
Definitely was wearing clothes in that clip! Hahaha. I never would have thought someone would see it that way, but that's hilarious.
at what distance were the brightness measurements taken?
Always from 1 meter: newlayer.com/gear/lights/compare
Crazy Nanlite have been doing this for a few years now... aputure for hype ... Nanlite for getting the job done
Which Nanlite products would you say are comparable to this one?
I think a lot of people are overlooking the Nanlite FS series, so I’ll be covering those soon. Also currently working on a lighting setup tutorial (check my Insta stories) with my Forza 200, which I think is arguably the best value for what it provides.
Hey JT, due to the compact form of the Nanlite Forza 60b, what do you think i will be loosing if i go with that compared to the 60x? Thanks in advance
The Aputure 60d/60x is very small, the Nanlite Forza 60/60b is super tiny. So although the Aputure lights are bigger, they are definitely not large, especially given the fact that they have a focusing lens and all kinds of mounts/accessories.
Unless you specifically need a super duper tiny light, I don't think you'd be losing anything. Hope that helps!
@@NewLayer Very helpful JT!! Thanks a ton
@@NewLayer I couldn't find a head to head comparison of those two specific lights, so i was skeptical if i may loose output power or worst color accuracy. I think i can do without the accessories! I forgot to mention though that i intend to use as a Key Light on small sets.
@@HipHopLeadTV Gotcha! The other thing to consider with the Forza 60/60b is that it's a proprietary mount, so you have to use the 24" Nanlite softbox, or the Nanlite Bowens mount adapter, which is fine, but a little flimsy. I wouldn't use the Bowens adapter with anything bigger than a 36" soft box. I used it with a 48" softbox in this video (th-cam.com/video/NXU7EwAkEeM/w-d-xo.html) and let's just say it had a bigger chance of breaking than not LOL.
@@NewLayer Hmm, Thanks for letting me know JT.
what the desk light stand do you use?
So many people ask about this I put it in a video, it's the first item: th-cam.com/video/TV0dyXLLgRw/w-d-xo.html
@@NewLayer thank you so much!!
Do you still use these? Any narrative films with them?
I still have mine yes. I use them almost solely with the projection attachment though, so there's really not much to say about that other than it works well, haha!
I just bought one for $299 on Amazon. Will be using mine outdoors. Mainly for narrative work. I live in the States. Texas. The wind and rain are strait out of the devil's anus. These bad boys will get me through the trash weather. I'll need to grab one more though. But since the prices are coming down a lil bit... Looks like it's possible. Thanks for the informative review.
@@DavidGriffin Awesome! Hope you like it as much as me. I used to visit Dallas a few times a year and some of the storms were wild compared to the usual here in California.
@@NewLayer I'm from California (now a happy Texan)... The weather in Cali is like the beginning of a relationship... Texas weather is like after the breakup and she see you've moved on with her sister.
@@DavidGriffin 😂😂😂
The godox equivalent isn't the ML60. It is their newly released (like 2 days ago) Godox s60. The big sibling to the godox s30. check em out.
I recorded this video before that announcement :)
I'd say the 60d/60x is a combination of the ML60 and S60 because it combines things like the focusability of the S60 with the Bowens adapter and NP-F capabilities of the ML60. I'm not a fan of the hanging v-mount adapter/controller of the S60, but some people might like that for it's lower center of gravity.
The ML60 has the quietest fan ever, which is great, and is smaller/more portable than the 60d/60x, so I'm definitely not saying either the ML60 or S60 aren't worth it for some people. The new Aputure lights are just probably the best all-around because they do everything so well, and include so many accessories in the price.
Can you tell us how long at what percentage of power the fan kicks in and weather the fan operates incremental accordingly to the heat being generated? Thanks in advance.
It’s not based on a percentage but how hot the light gets, so depends on things like ambient temperature, etc. It also is fully automatic, and does vary a bit in speed, but you can’t control it. The audio I shared is at its very loudest.
Hope that helps
@@NewLayer thank you for your quick reply. I remember seeing your review on nanlite forza 60. Which one is more noisy and unpleasant to your ears?
@@codychoe They are pretty much the same loudness, the Aputure is a higher pitched sound overall I’d say. Neither should give you any issues for normal talking head type videos.
I used an original SL150W for a while and even that was fine. These new lights are all significantly quieter so shouldn’t cause audio problems unless they’re placed very close to the mic.
@@NewLayer as you know, nanlite forza 60 has this turn off fan feature which reduces brightness down to 30%. My understanding is that this one don’t have such function so I wanted to know if you leave it on at 30%, how long would it take before it gets hot enough for fan to kick in? And does it have threshold where at 25% or 35%, the fan never kicks in?
@@codychoe Yes, this one turns on automatically and you can’t turn it off manually. It depends on the ambient temperature in your room but at 25% I was able to go 15 minutes without the fan coming on before I gave up testing :)
Do you recommend LS 60x or Godox ML 60 ?
Both are good for different reasons. The ML60 is a smaller, lighter weight package and uses the Godox mount, which has a lot of inexpensive and lightweight modifiers. It's fan is quieter too, but both are very quiet.
The 60x/d is built like a tank, supports Sidus Link mobile app, and comes with all the accessories you need to use the light with both NP-F and V-mount batteries, as well as Bowens mount modifiers. The built in focusing lens eliminates the need for a stock reflector as well.
It just comes down to current prices, and whether you need the extra features the 60x/d provide. I hope that helps :)
I'm not fond of your attitude when it comes to the case John. Where do you want to meet? Oven mitts, not hits to the face. Oh yeah, great video!
Ladies and gentlemen, we have our first case hater. Meet me behind the grocery store at 8PM tonight. We have to be done fighting by like 8:15 so I can go to bed on time though...
@@NewLayer You better be there John, it's a 12 hour flight from Poland! I'm old school, I like the case that comes with the Amaran 100d, a bit of string and it looks dope.
@@PhillipSkraba You calling me John just makes me feel like a kid getting in trouble from my dad, haha. If you fly in early, we can have dinner first to fuel up for the brawl.
@@NewLayer That sounds like a plan, dinner and a beer. I might fall asleep afterwards, just a quick nap, so no sucker punches. 7pm in front of Bubba Gump, I hit that every time I'm in the States.
"You want to fight about?" Hah! Funny.
My inspiration: th-cam.com/video/oJimiVFCjJ0/w-d-xo.html
That much power in the tests has burned my eyes, I was checking only portable (thus rather dim) lights before.
I don't understand the difference between 60d and 60x though.
Sorry if I didn't make it clear, the 60x is bi-color (from 2700k-6500K) and the 60d is daylight (5600K only). So the 60d is going to be brighter overall since it outputs 60 watts all at 5600K, while the 60x will be a little dimmer since it splits the power to different sets of LEDs. Hope that makes sense.
Do they come with a carrying case? :D
YEAH BABY!!’
Is the 60d brighter than the amaran 200d
Yes and no. It is because it focuses the light into a tighter beam angle. A more fair comparison would be the 60d Vs the 200d with the stock reflector on, in which case the 200d would be much brighter.
The Aputure listed specs are the most accurate I’ve seen, so you can compare the numbers they list for the 60d at various focus Vs the 200d with the reflector to get a good idea.
Overall a 60 watt light Vs a 200 watt light is about 2 stops difference in raw output.
Is this brighter than the godox fv150 ?
The 60x is right at the same brightness as the FV150, and the 60d is about another full stop brighter! Just keep in mind that is mostly due to the 45 degree beam angle at its widest. You should be fine to use them in soft boxes regardless without hot spots though 👍
Do you think you can use this light as a key for an interview?
Indoors, it definitely could in a controlled environment. The thing about this light is that once you put a softbox on it, it's very similar in brightness to other 60-100 watt lights, because all the light bounces around and shoots out the front diffusion anyways.
If you're battling with ambient light at all, I might suggest a 150+ watt light. Or, buy this and try it out. If it's not bright enough, you'll be glad to have this anyways because I think it's the ultimate 2nd light for rim, background, spot, etc.
Hope that helps :)
@@NewLayer Thank you for your response man. Definitely helps!
Any idea of launch date?
I think any day now, but I'm not privy to any exact dates, sorry :-/
What's has the most Lux intensity. 60x or 200x?
The 60x and 200x are nearly identical in brightness when you compare them bare bulb with the 60x at full flood (45 degree beam angle). You can compare them directly yourself www.aputure.com/products/ls60x/ and www.aputure.com/products/200x/
The Aputure numbers can be trusted for comparison.
The big thing to keep in mind for brightness is that the 200x has a 105 degree beam angle, so if you're working with huge modifiers, or modifiers like lanterns, the 45 degree beam angle of the 60x may not be wide enough to give you even coverage. Hope that helps!
45 degree beam? No concept about this.....Is it like 50mm lens coverage? And what's the beam angle of ordinary bare COB lights?
I could/should've showed a comparison to help...
Most bare bulb COB lights have a 120 degree beam angle, which honestly is too wide because people either put them in a softbox, or stick the reflector on them to limit the beam angle while shooting into exterior diffusion. A super wide beam angle would probably only be necessary/useful if you're using things like lantern modifiers.
You can see a general concept of beam angle in this graphic: www.homelectrical.com/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/images/product/blg/blg-differenttypesofbeamangles.jpg
Overall, I think 45 degrees is great, unless you have specific needs for something super wide.
@@NewLayer From my experience of flashlights, I think beauty dishes and large reflective umbrellas will also benefit from a super wide beam angle. But having a zoomable fresnel-like head is indeed very convenient! These aputure lights make me think of godox V1 and AD100pro. I googled but couldn't find the exact beam angle of V1 and AD100pro to compare.
@@KevinZJR In my experience, with double diffusion at least, even if the beam angle is slightly “too tight”, it bounces around and diffuses totally fine to where the light coming out is indistinguishable from a 120 degree bare COB. If you started zooming the light in even tighter then it would definitely give hot spots.
@@NewLayer Agree with you. For double-diffused-not-too-large softboxes, my experience is the same.
Nice lights i guess, but for 400 bucks 60w seems a little weak? What good is it if it isnt bright enough? I can get a really good rimlight from the cheapest yongnuo junklights. Why is this light such a big deal to everyone?
If all you need is a rim light from 3-5 feet you don’t need this. But this light could be a rim from 40 feet away.
The 60d is 60 watts, but as bright as most 200 watt traditional COBs because of the built-in focusing lens. The cost of a semi-decent Bowens Fresnel lens is at least $100, and this light has it built in, so not only is that cost included, but an integrated lens is way more compact and workflow efficient.
It’s also very hard to find a smaller light with v-mount support, or even NP-F support, let alone both AND one that includes all the mounts and accessories. Mounts like that are $20-50 each easily, and even a d-tap cable can be $20 (but is included).
Other 60 watt lights don’t have mobile app support either. It includes barn doors and a Bowens adapter, which other brands sell for $25-$50 each. So overall, you get a ton of stuff included that’s normally optional.
This light is probably the best jack of all trades light you can buy right now, but if you don’t need any of that stuff, it’s not worth it.
There are other lights that can do some of what these do, but I don’t know any that do them all, and most of the other options that are considered competitors cost significantly more.
@@NewLayer thank you so much for this in depht insight! Im currently in the marked for a new „main light“. Im a small solo filmmaker, so i basically need 1 bigger/better mainlight/keylight. I currently have the came boltzen 55w and i struggle to see the difference to the aputure 60d? Like i said, for rimlights i have some older cheap yonguos that can do that easily, as i never need to beam light far away. But the main light must be rather strong, as i want to use it as a interview keylight mostly (and for some formal portrait). The boltzen 55w with an umbrella is too weak for really brightening a face against a daylit window (even a few meters away). Do you think, the aputure could achieve that? Maybe using a softbox would give more light?
For the price it just feels smarter tu buy a 150-type-LED light to simply „get enough“ light. The price isnt the real issue for me, but i find aít really hard to see, how much light you get after umbrella or softbox etc... because sure, fresnel can burn your retina out, but i need soft light ofc... :)
@@m0nztam0nk The 60d with a 36” softbox will give the same brightness as a 150-200 watt non-focusing COB with that same softbox.
I think for a basic key light like it sounds like you’re after, something like the Godox S150W II or SL200W II or Aputure Amaran 100d or 200d would be your best bet.
I did in depth reviews on both of those lights if you search my channel.
I’ll also be reviewing the Nanlite FS series, which has a good chance of becoming my favorite because they are even slightly less expensive, but I haven’t received them yet so can’t say for sure :)
@@NewLayer thanks again for the great answer. Im still tempted to give the godox ml60 a try, the „softbox“-combo is very affordable and im 100% on-location shooting so portability is key (both light and spftbox are small). Im worried about power output tho. Do you believe, that a 0,6m softbox brings light significantly more effective to someones face (eg being brighter) than a shoot-through umbrella? Otherwise i would indeed propably go for the godox 150, but its more expensive, different power solution and MUCH bigger... i want good bright light, a portable setup and ease of use... yeah, i get thats a bit much at once...but what comes closest?
Another question: the aputure 60x has a fresnel. So how comparable are the light measurements? The came hase a „wider“ maximum beam angle and still can hardly hit the entire umbrella. Isnt a fresnel light rather pointless if the main goal is to always diffuse it? Also, any fresnel light will always have very high lux values in the center, but how do they translate when used with umbrella/softbox, any experience with that?
Would love to hear your opinion. You have a super helpful channel there. Im subbed now.
@@m0nztam0nk The Godox ML60 is one of my favorite lights. I actually have 1 for sale if you're interested. DM me on Instagram if so @newlayercom
A 24" softbox works great if it's close to your subject. I use a 24" softbox for all my videos in my talking head setup, so that gives you a good idea at how soft the light can be. A 24" softbox will also be brighter than a 36" softbox, because the light isn't spread out on as big of a surface.
I MUCH prefer softboxes to umbrellas because you can control spill better, especially with a grid.
The lens on the Aputure 60x has a 45 degree beam angle at it's widest, which is still wide enough to fill a softbox. If you turned it to 15 degrees then you'll see a hotspot on the softbox, but at the widest, it work just fine with diffusion. It's just nice to have the option for whatever scenario you need.
With a softbox, a focusing light is not a big difference because even with a traditional COB with 120 degree beam angle, all the light bounces around and comes out the front of the softbox.
If you're shooting through an umbrella, a focusing light will be brighter, because with a 120 degree beam angle COB, a lot of the light will miss the umbrella and disperse throughout the rest of the room.
I hope that all makes sense and helps :)
This is the one.
Summoned here by Gerald 😂
His powers truly are beyond comprehension!!!
They gave the people what they've been asking for.
I think that's pretty much the short version, haha!
The 60x simply kills the Kinitehnik Practilite 602 🥲 Too bad I bought two 602’s a month ago 😭 -25% off tho.
I wouldn’t sweat it, there’s almost always a “better” light out there, either currently, or on the horizon. The best lights are the ones you already have 👍
@@NewLayer You have a point. Thanks for lessening the pain haha🙏
0:46 that's what she said.
Gerald sent me...
Is that a THREAT?!
7:34 that's what she said
How much would you charge to go through all my videos and timestamp the "knob" comments? LOL