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!
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...
@@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.
@@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.
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...
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!
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!
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!
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 😊
"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.
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.
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! ;)
This is strange. I'm seeing some pretty drastic differences in light output and fan noise depending on who is reviewing these 2 lights in particular the 200d. Does Aputure have a quality control issue with the lights? For example Caleb at DSLR video shooter demonstrated some pretty horrific fan noise on his 200D. Gerald seems to have no issue with noise.
I wouldn't say that I have no issue with noise. I feel I definitely demonstrated the noise at 8:14. I don't have any issues with the 100d, but the 200d is louder. Louder than even the 120d II with an electrical sound in there too. But it's hard to tell what will be a deal-breaker for people, you know?
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.
@@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...
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
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.
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.)
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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!
Aputure is killing it with these releases! Just read the new 60d has higher lux than the 120d, which costs double. Wonder what were going to see next week!
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 !
Great review thanks Gerald. Such a good budget option in comparison to the others. I've a 120d II and this seems like a great option for my home studio for sure. Happy NY!
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?
I’m very happy to see that Aputure has finally made a more affordable light for RUclipsrs (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?
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!
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...
He says he's crazy, but he seems to be the most rational person on RUclips!
I'd like to see these compared to the newer Godox lights.
thats what i was thinking! the godux vl150 vs the new amaran lights
@@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.
@@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.
@2WheelsGood I'll admit, the app looks pretty nice.
@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.
"I'm Gerald Undone and this isn't even my final form."
Super sayan!
"I'm Gerald Undone... Does that make me crazy?" (sung to the tune of Gnarles Barkle's Crazy)
I literally only came for the intro, already know abut the lights and his dope videos
Nice to see a set of more affordable lights!
Wow, never expected you to be here Nigel 🙌🏼😀
@@cube_view Nigel from The Wild Thornberrys ?
Lets go!
Haha, just finished watching your video and noticed Gerald posted one too!
@@CRANEREVIEWS lol me too, but it’s strange that they had different light lux readings. Way different
4:50 lcd screen seems ok in this test and not in DSLR
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...
@@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.
Gerald is my new favorite geartuber. I must say that demonstrating gear in the sponsor break is genius!
The way you force us to listen about your sponsor is so clever that I can't even get mad
It's the best advert I've ever seen. Genius
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!
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... 🤔
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. 🤷♂️
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!
Those bloopers, love them. That looks my everyday. Oh yeah, I like that 100D, sweet little thing.
Couple of 200d lights sounds like a winning solution for fixed studio lights. Tempting. Was considering another 120dMkII.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who talks to themselves while filming these !
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!
I've been looking for some charts comparing how much LUX you get for your bucks!
Thanks Gerald. This was lit.
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 😊
Having just filmed a video this evening I related 100% to those bloopers 🤣
I liked that (output/$ Lux) idea! Good stuff!
Welcome back! I was wondering what was missing in my life.
Now the new year is complete!!!! Welcome back Gerald.....
So no one is going to mention the dirty danglers @3:54?
"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.
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.
Thanks, Tyler. Appreciate this.
Finally a light that I feel comfortable buying from a well known brand. I’ve been looking for such light for a long time
At 7:36 I thought for a second that I was watching at 1.25x speed haha
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! ;)
This is strange. I'm seeing some pretty drastic differences in light output and fan noise depending on who is reviewing these 2 lights in particular the 200d. Does Aputure have a quality control issue with the lights? For example Caleb at DSLR video shooter demonstrated some pretty horrific fan noise on his 200D. Gerald seems to have no issue with noise.
Yes I was wondering exactly the same. Caleb also said the lcd back screen was a problem while Gerald said it was solid
I wouldn't say that I have no issue with noise. I feel I definitely demonstrated the noise at 8:14. I don't have any issues with the 100d, but the 200d is louder. Louder than even the 120d II with an electrical sound in there too. But it's hard to tell what will be a deal-breaker for people, you know?
@@geraldundone Fair enough!
@@geraldundone I’m most curious about the different light output lux, in both of your reviews...
75% is better for comprehension. But 50% (or as I like to call it "Undone Mode") is the MOST entertaining!
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.
As a novice about to buy their first real studio light this was super helpful, thanks!
I ordered a 100d. Can't wait for it to arrive
What about when compared to the Godox lights though?
Check the Video from DSLR Video Shooter (: He compares it to the sl60w
@@Memerle0815 SL60w is so last year. ML 60 is better. ;)
Ka-ching! A must have for me, finally! The 100d is exactly what I need instead of buying a Godox light.
Exactly our situation, was just about to order the Godox 60w and ended up pre-ordering the 100d.
@@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...
going to be buying the 100D :) absolutely love your videos !
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.
I’m pleased to see this more affordable range from them, glad I pre-ordered now.
Fantastic overview as always. Nicely done!
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
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.
I was wating for this by the minute, literally!
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.)
Love your channel. Straight to the point , honest review. Just subscribed
Doesnt the Aputure page say AC and battery options? I think they maybe just do it as paid upgrade down the road.
I think they may have a 48v power station.
Outtakes are so damn underrated 🤣👏🏻 Thank you sir, you sold me another light to pair with my godox VL200 👏🏻
After watching this I think I'll keep my Godox SL 150 II on order at B&H for only $239.
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.
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.
Lol love the ending!
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.
It’s arbitrary, but I wish the 100d was $100 and the 200d was $200. Just for how satisfying that would be.
Pfft, why not wish for it to be $1, free, or hell, let's have Aputure pay you $100 for using it ;) Губа не дура
Love your reviews. Happy New Year 🎊
I just bought the godex VL200. (Thanks for your review of those - I love them) How do these compare to the 200d.
Happy New Year. Yeah... we’re like off to a great start.... at least we have you and your ‘Wonderland”!
It's strange seeing something on this channel close to my price range. I like it.
Curious if you can replace the fan to a Noctua and if that would actually make it less noisy, anyone ever tried?
“I’m Gerald Undone and the dark side of the moon is my lighting flag”
Gerald, great video! How would you say the 100D compares to the Godox ML60?
It's funyy, Caleb put out his review on these lights withing 5 minutes of yours. :) 😁
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.
As always, amazing review. Thanks Gerald!
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?
Thanks Gerald, Just bought a set of lights! Such a shame there is no battery option :-(
In regards to SSI rating, How do they compare to Godox lights?
Gerald, you're right! 75% speed made this so much more entertaining :) Great job on the review!
"I'm Gerald Undone, and you're not" (Chevy Chase style)
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.
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!
Nice little new lights from Aputure, will try them for sure !
Very timely advice! Don't have any studio lighting yet. Been using only natural light :D
Great review, easy to digest without annoying gimmicks and crazy edits…sub’d.
Aputure makes great products
Brilliant :) When they announced it, i wondered when you would be reviewing them :)
Oh my god
Finally we are undone gear again
Welcome back gerlald
Aputure is killing it with these releases! Just read the new 60d has higher lux than the 120d, which costs double. Wonder what were going to see next week!
Entertaining and helpful, thanks!
Thank you for the great review! Looks like a great value!
Amazing video as always Gerald, what if you have to choose between this lights or the godox vl150?
Dude the Aputure 1DX 200D Mark II is my absolute favorite.
Great video Gerald, as always...
How does these light compare to Godox when you talk about value for money and price per lux?
Great info again, man! Nice work! This may be the way to go for me.
What do you recommend more the amaran 200d or the godox sl 200ii ?
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 !
Great review thanks Gerald. Such a good budget option in comparison to the others. I've a 120d II and this seems like a great option for my home studio for sure. Happy NY!
I wonder how the Aputure 200d compares to the Godox SLB60
Honest opinion of the light quality between the 200 and the Godox vl200? Thank you for the great, and well thought out, content🤘
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?
Side by side comparison would be nice
I think these are fantastic for my home studio!
It would be perfect if you could do a side by side of the 200x vs the relatively new godox la200bi. Keep up the good work.
Would two of these be powerful enough to light one person from 3 meters distance?
I was not a depressing year for students because we can copy answer directly from the textbook
Omg, thank you for the table and reading it out loud. 🙏
I want a "No Dirty Danglers!" T-shirt!!!!!
I’m very happy to see that Aputure has finally made a more affordable light for RUclipsrs (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?
Fantastic review as always, have you tried the fan update ? I will see how much of an improvement it does. Thanks
I really expected more from Aputure but I'm glad I bought Godox UL150 (Ultra silent duuuude)
“I’m Gerald Undone and I’ve got two tickets to paradise. Pack your bags. We’re leaving day after tomorrow”
haha
How would the Aputure 200d stack up against the Godox VL200?
Can you do a review of the 60d and 60x? PLEASE!?
Good review as usual