Aputure is back again, setting the pace with a bold new addition to the world of COB and film lighting. If you’re looking for a reliable, powerful light that can handle whatever the job throws at you, the Aputure 1000c might be just what you need. It’s a point-source LED with serious output, great color, and the kind of build quality you want on busy sets. It runs on Aputure’s BLAIR-CG chipset, the same engine behind the STORM 80c, and comes with a 45° reflector, control box, rolling case, and cables. Just plug it in, mount your modifier, and you’re good to go.
What does BLAIR-CG mean?
The tech inside the Aputure 1000c mixes blue, lime, amber, indigo, and red LEDs. That combo helps the light push out more punchy brightness and clean color, even when dimmed way down.
You get:
- High color accuracy (97 CRI and TLCI)
- Strong skin tones and saturated colors (90% of Rec.2020 covered)
- A smart indigo channel that helps daylight and tungsten feel more natural on camera
In short, it just looks good, no weird color shifts, no surprises.
Smooth Dimming, Flexible Control
You’ve got full dimming from 0.1% up to 100%, and it stays color-consistent the whole way. No flickering, even on slow-mo shoots.
Control-wise, you’ve got options:
- DMX, LumenRadio CRMX, Art-Net, and sACN
- Bluetooth app control through Sidus Link (and the Pro version if you want more features)
Whether you’re running it from a board or off your phone, it’s easy to get it dialed in.
Huge Color Range (1800-20,000K)
Need a candlelight look? Easy. Shooting in the Arctic? No problem. The Aputure 1000c covers everything from warm to super cool light, and you can tweak the green-magenta shift to match other fixtures or balance your camera.
Built Tough with IP65 Rating
It’s got a ProLock Bowens mount, so your modifiers stay secure, even when rigged high or angled. The housing is IP65-rated, which means it’s sealed against dust and water, ideal for outdoor shoots or unpredictable locations.
The Aputure 1000c is the kind of light you want in your kit if you’re working long days, changing setups fast, or dealing with tricky color needs. It’s bright, solid, and flexible enough to grow with you as you take on bigger projects.
