Aputure's $349 Amaran 200x Is Too Good To Be True // As Bright As $1199 300X!

The cable of the 200x IS stupidly short! By the way I suggest comparing the 200X with the Nanlite FS-300 B. I have both. And the Nanlite is very interesting because it's Miche more rugged and sturdy, with u-shape mount. But also has many down sides (like fan noise, weight, lack of a hood app...) that make the Amaran a relative better choice.

Thanks for this, I was looking to compare exactly these lights and your video hit on every point I had. Cheers!

Aputure did not keep Sidus Link from the Amaran lights because YOU are the PRODUCT here. Apparently you've not read the Privacy Agreement. If you did, you might wonder why they need to ACCESS YOUR BROWSING HISTORY just to turn your light up or down.

Awesome. I’m getting the 200x.
Liked and subscribed!!

Great review and explanation

why would I use remote when I have the smartphone app ????

I bought the new S version. But if you factor the 2 bay power station for battery power ($179) and the quick release ($69) to mount the power station on light stand. The total cost is just $600. Oh you also need to buy a case/bag as well. Whereas the 300x is all in one. No need extra cost.

I think the reason they left sidus link in was to keep people in the "A" family. It's one extra thing to make people consider Amaran over SmallRig or Godox. If you're on the fence, Sidus could be the deciding factor.

Can you do a review on the new 200x S?

I set the color temperature of 200X at 5600K at work today, and found that the color cannot be unified with 600D. This will be a problem when shooting white products. I hope 300X will not have this problem.....

You covered everything I came for! Worth the watch

How does this light to compare to the cheaper brands like Neewer, small rig, and other similar $150-$300 amazon brand lights.

Great review, thanks

It makes total sense why they make it work with Sidus. When I was deciding between the 200d and all the other copy cats coming out, I wanted the 200d because I already own a Nova and 600d

Point of a light is light output. Any other features are nice to haves that would justify the cost by 100-200, not by 850. Great video!

Thanks! Very cool and useful video! 🙏👍

Excellent review, so much good info packed in. Thanks! This helped me buy the 200X and it's fantastic

I LIKE THIS GUYS. GOOD REVIEW!

Is it safe to use two of these lights with a power strip and extension cord? Both strip and extension cord are rated for 15Amp, 120volts. Thanks

Really great review. To the point. Good facts, productions, content.

Great review, thanks!

great video!

I wish you made more videos because they are SO good and so helpful!

Just brought 2 Amaran 200D’s and the 4 light MC kit. The beginning of my Aputure lighting kit. I think I’ll buy a 600D when I’m ready for pro lighting.

This was an awesome video! Love your explanation of everything!

Holy cow, wait until they put a lens in front of that light engine. That's got to be one of the next lights they offer.

How do you compare these type of lights to the LED panel style lights that are avail now? If you had to have one, which would you go for these days? Thanks for any tips!

Great review man :)

This is a fantastic video! I love every element you hit on, very well thought out. Things that jumped out to me that I was curious of were:
-output comparison - I’ve seen posts about this and it is mind blowing that they are essentially the same for a drastically different price point, which got me thinking they’re likely charging more for the “extra pro features” you get from the 300x
-COB Bi-color pattern with optical adapters
-weight and size difference for travel
-power draw
-great length, not over 10 mins

Can someone please recommend a case for this light? Affordable and soft is preferred

thx man, nice video. im thinking bout getting the 200x, How could I power this from v mount or batteries?

Wow you are so articulate and this review is engaging and so informative in a simple way. Doesn’t repeat stuff that’s already in a ton of other reviews. Subbed.

still worth it for what I would use this light for. I am sure the build is decent enough

Hi you mention about modifiers that it might not work as good how about soft boxes ?

Solid review.

And does the 200X work with the 300X remote?

When you were measuring the peak brightness, did you have the reflectors attached?

This guy looks like a younger version of Kai

Subscribed because this was somehow the most through and simultaneously simple yet captivating review I've seen. Well done.

I want to buy one but all suppliers here in UK say there's at least a 6 week wait. As good as the Amaran range is I think I'll be getting a shorter wait and less expensive Godox near equivalent.

How is it in a softbox? If it's not too loud, could be a great cheap key.
Is it louder than 300x? or around the same?

I read somewhere there is banding issues? Anybody else get that or just a dodgy review?

Answered everything that I wanted to know about this. Thank you.

Anyone know where to actually buy these lights at non-marked up prices? I've been searching for a 200X ($350) at all the usual places (B&H, Adorama, DVE, etc), but they've all been out of stock since February. Is Aputure even manufacturing this light anymore? Seems all I can find is what scalpers mark up.

I just love your reviews. Definitely one of my favorites on YT. Keep up the great work.

like ur voice!!

Thank's. You just made them bump up the prize. Now I have to buy a chinese clone. Oh, I see what you did there. ;)

AMAZING and very thorough breakdown.. wow.

How are you powering it outside. Does it have a way of using a battery?