Meet the Big Boys! Godox Knowled MG2400Bi, Aputure Electro Storm XT26, and Nanlux Evoke 2400B LED Light
I know some of you are wondering why in the world I chose this title. It seems like the most appropriate title for these potent LED lights. In 2023, the Godox Knowledge MG2400BI, Nanlux Evoke 2400B, and Aputure Electro Storm XT26 were all revealed. All of them are high-output LED fixtures, and because of the extraordinary qualities they offer, I have chosen to refer to them as game changers. It’s fair to say, in my opinion, that there is healthy competition among the three lighting brands: Aputure, Godox, and Nanlux. When Nanlux made their initial statement regarding the Evoke 2400B in 2023, I was blown away. The Aputure Electro Storms and Godox Knowled MG2400Bi then appeared considerably later. Let us take a look at them.
THE APUTURE ELECTRO STORM XT26
The first ‘big boy’ on our list is Aputure’s Electro Storm XT26. With dynamic white CCT and tint adjustment, the Electro Storm XT26 is a 2600W high-output point-source LED fixture. Its professional connecting technique, dual accessory mount, and G/M tint control are all part of its professional design. Additionally, it features an IP65 dust- and water-resistant construction along with cutting-edge liquid cooling technology.
THE GODOX KNOWLED MG2400Bi
The Knowled MG2400Bi from Godox is the second ‘big boy’ on the list. Modern COB technology and an amazing 2900W input power are introduced. It accomplishes an amazing consistent output of 2600W in all color temperatures, which is impressive. Users will value a professional control system with DMX, CRMX, and Ethernet capabilities even though they can make adjustments onboard. Godox’s brightest fixture, the MG2400Bi, provides a dependable user experience both indoors and outdoors. The lamp is guaranteed to survive rainy weather thanks to its IP54 rating
THE NANLUX EVOKE 2400B
The Nanlux Evoke 2400B, the new patriarch of the Evoke family, is the third “big boy” on our list. It is a strong and adaptable lighting option. It is impressive in that it adds a Green-Magenta adjustment over the CCT range, providing superb color rendering and flexibility. It is also built with sturdy IP55 weatherproof housings for the power supply and light head. For consistent color output, the brightness of the light can be precisely controlled from 0% to 100% using several dimming curves, such as the S-curve and linear curve.
BELOW IS A MORE COMPREHENSIVE COMPARISON OF THE DIFFERENT APUTURE ELECTRO STORM XT26, NANLUX EVOKE 2400B AND GODOX KNOWLED MG2400BI
| SN | FEATURES | GODOX KNOWLED MG2400BI | APUTURE ELECTRO STORM XT26 | NANLUX EVOKE 2400B |
| 1. | POWER | The Knowled MG2400Bi is a massive high output LED fixture with an impressive 2900W input power and a stable output of 2600w across all color temperatures using the Godox COB technology. It outputs 4400 lux at a distance of 10m at 6,500k using the 45° reflector. | The Electro storm XT26 is a 2600w bi- color, high-output point- source LED fixture with dynamic white CCT and tint control. It outputs up to 65,200 lux at a distance of 9.8′ using its included 35° reflector. | The Evoke 2400B is a versatile and robust 2400W Bi-color LED Spot Light with G/M adjustment. It outputs 41,910 lux at a distance of 3m using its 45° reflector at 5600K. |
| 2. | COLOR TEMPERATURE/ ACCURACY | MG2400Bi has a color temperature range of 2800 to 6500K. It also offers a CRI and TLCI of 96. | Electro Storm XT26’s latest-gen dynamic white chipset features green-magenta color color correction with +/i. 050dUV shift between 3,000K to 6,000k, while producing accurate color throughout its 2,700K to 6,500K CCT range.It also offers a CRI and TLCI of 98. | Nanlux Evoke 2400B offers a color temperature range of 2700 to 6500K. It also offers a CRI and TLCI of 96 and 97 respectively.It also has an interesting feature that adds Green-Magenta adjustment throughout the CCT range. |
| 3. | CONNECTIVITY AND CONTROL | MG2400Bi is equipped with a film-grade lighting control system, including CRMX, DMX, Ethernet, Bluetooth, on-board, and removable panel control. Additionally, MG2400Bi can be controlled through the all-new KNOWLED App for more convenient and stable control. | Electro Storm XT26 offer a comprehensive set of professional connectivity tools, including Aputure’s Sidus Link app (iOS/Android), wireless DMX with LumenRadio TimoTwo CRMX chipset, Art-net & sACN via etherCON and 16-bit 5-Pin DMX512 In & Out. | NANLUX Evoke 2400B offers various options for conrol which include On-board, Wire Control, Remote Controller, NANLINK APP, DMX/RDM, LumenRadio CRMX, Art-Net/sACN. |
| 4. | DIMMING | It offers a 0-100% dimming option. Even in high-frame-rate shooting scenerios, it can achieve flicker-free performance, ensuring the quality of the captured footage. | It offers 0.1 to 100% stepless dimming is available as well as PWM and high-speed flicker-free dimming modes. | It offers 0.0% – 100% stepless dimming option. It also has a flicker-free feature allowing for flexibility and making lighting setups easier. |
| 5. | IP RATING | The light features an IP54 rating. | The light features a rugged construction that is IP65 rated. | The light features an IP55 rated. |
| 6. | WEIGHT | The light head weighs 20 kg / 44 lb and the power supply/controller weighs 30 kg / 66 lb. | The light head of the Aputure Electro Storm XT26 measures 45.7×35.2×28.1cm /17.99×13.86×11.06in and weighing 18kg/39.7lb without yoke. It comes with a seperate control box that measures 27.3×26.2x 55.0cm/10.75×10.31×21.65in and weigh 20.5kg/45.2lbs | The Light weighs 33.1 lb / 15 kg and measures 16.8 x 12.5 x 10.4″ / 42.7 x 31.8 x 26.4 cm. It also comes with |
| 7. | ADAPTABILITY | The MG2400Bi is configured to accept optional newly designed G-mount light modifiers that will give you complete control of the light output. | Electro Storm XT26 comes with a new proprietary electronic accessory mount. It is very adaptable because it has both the universal bowen mount and the new electronic mount compatibility. | The Evoke 2400B is still compatible with all the existing NL mount softboxes and several other accessories. The modifier recognition function is enabled by these electronic contacts and tells the Evoke 2400B which modifier is in use. |
| 8. | FAN AND COOLING | The MG2400Bi is equipped with an efficient and stable air-cooling system, ensuring exceptional airflow and pressure efficiency even in extreme conditions, whether it’s 5000 meters above sea level or chilling temperature as low as -30°C. The detachable fan design simplifies maintenance and provides a hassle-free experience. | The Electro Storm incorporates advanced liquid cooling technology. This innovative design guarantees that users can access the full potential of the fixture’s output while maintaining optimal performance. | The Evoke 2400B comes with a new generation of adjustable cooling system that includes four fan modes: SMART, FULL SPEED, LOW SPEED and OFF, thus effortlessly meeting various shooting and sound recording requirements at the same time. The noise level under SMART mode is 29dBA. |
| 9 | SPECIAL EFFECTS | The Godox Knowled MG2400Bi has 11 different FX modes. | The Aputure Electro Storm XT26 has 9 different FX modes. | Nanlux Evoke 2400B offers the following special effects CCT Loop, INT Loop, Flash, Pulse, Storm, TV, Paparazzi, Candle/File, Bad Bulb, Firework, Explosion, Welding. |
Finally, we have seen the various features of the Aputure Electro Storm XT26, Godox Knowled MG2400B, and Nanlux Evoke 2400Bi. We know now what little differences and similarities they have. I strongly believe that Aputure, Godox and Nanlux are doing so well in revolutionizing the lighting industry and they should keep at it. The Electro Storm XT26 is sold for about $7,990.00, Evoke 2400B for about $6,650.00 and Knowled MG2400Bi for about $7,590.00. For whichever one you decide to go for, you can check their various websites to order yours or visit B&H.com.
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