Aputure STORM 80c Overview
Portable Color-Tunable Fixture
Adding a go-anywhere option to Aputure's line of BLAIR-CG LED chipset lights, the STORM 80c BLAIR-CG LED Monolight is a compact point-source fixture offering a tunable palette with extremely high color accuracy. It pairs a powerful and innovative full-spectrum chipset with advanced white-point control, professional color accuracy, a secure Mini ProLock Bowens accessory mount, and sealed-seam IP65-rated construction for working in extreme conditions. The STORM 80c comes with a 35° hyper reflector, diffuser, soft case, mount cover, and power adapter with a cable.
BLAIR-CG Light Engine
- The STORM 80c's BLAIR-CG chipset features blue, lime, amber, indigo, and red LEDs to deliver higher brightness levels and color accuracy levels.
- Rated 97 for CRI and 99 for TLCI standards, this light also scores an 88 SSI rating at 3200 and 84 at 5600K color temperatures.
- Richly saturated colors, including accurate yellow, are possible using 90% of the Rec2020 color space.
- A calibrated indigo emitter produces white light that more closely matches daylight and tungsten light.
Dimming and Connectivity
- Offers four dimming curves: linear, exponential, logarithmic, and S-shaped.
- Wired and wireless options offer users a variety of control protocols, including 3-pin DMX and LumenRadio CRMX.
- App control via Bluetooth and the Sidus Link and Sidus Link Pro apps enables you to integrate the light into professional lighting workflows.
1800 to 20,000K Color Temperature
- The STORM 80c produces an impressive CCT range of 1800 to 20,000K.
- Tweak the output to eliminate undesired casts using the light's full ASC MITC 100%+/- green control range.
Build and Performance
- The STORM 80c measures only 6x4x4" without its yoke and weighs just 2.23 lb, letting you take it almost anywhere.
- A handheld grip can be attached using one of the 3/8"-16 female threads.
- This light features a mini ProLock Bowens mount, enabling you to securely attach modifiers like Fresnels and diffusers.
- Its rugged construction is rated IP65 for dust and weather resistance, suiting it for use in extreme environments.
Versatile Power Options
- Power your STORM 80c using the AC adapter, the 100W USB-C input, or a V-mount battery.
- Use the separately available STORM 80c Handheld Bracket that provides both a grip and a V-mount battery plate.
1x Diffuser
1806 fc / 19,443 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m (with Reflector)
*Standardized Measurement Supplied by the Manufacturer
35° at 5600K:
1844 fc / 19,850 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m (with Reflector)
*Standardized Measurement Supplied by the Manufacturer
TLCI 99
CQS 96 at 5600K
CQS 97 at 3200K
SSI 88
SSI 84
TM-30 Rf 96
TM-30 Rg 103
60° Unmodified
Wireless CRMX
1x XLR 3-Pin DMX Input
• 19 VDC at 5.3 A
2x 3/8"-16 Female Thread
2x 3/8"-16 Female Thread (Via Yoke Mount)
8.9 x 6.6 x 5.8" / 22.5 x 16.7 x 14.7 cm (Fixture with Yoke)
2.98 lb / 1.35 kg (Fixture with Yoke)
0.9 lb / 405 g (Power Supply/Controller)
- Aputure STORM 80c BLAIR-CG LED Monolight (US)
- Mini ProLock Hyper Reflector
- Mini Lantern Diffuser
- Mini ProLock Mount Protective Cover
- AC Power Adapter
- AC Power Cable (13.1')
- Soft Carrying Case
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
- Registration Extension: 1-Year