Head-to-toe IP65 dust and weather protection means the STORM 400x can work in extreme environments.
Aputure Storm 400x. £85 Per day + VAT. Weekly rates available.
Overview
The Aputure STORM 400x is a high-output bi-colour LED spotlight, delivering powerful, controllable light for film, TV, and commercial production. Available for hire in London, it offers output between a 575W and 1.2K HMI with the flexibility of full CCT control, now combined with full weatherproof protection for exterior and demanding on-location work.
Key Features
Bi-colour LED engine – Adjustable CCT from 2700K to 6500K for fast matching to daylight, tungsten, and mixed lighting environments.
High-output performance – Strong punch suitable for key lighting, large interiors, and exterior work.
IP65 weatherproof construction – Fully sealed head, ballast, and cabling allow use in rain and harsh exterior conditions.
Bowens mount compatibility – Supports a wide range of modifiers including Fresnels, softboxes, lanterns, and projection attachments.
Professional control – Sidus Link, DMX, and CRMX for seamless integration into modern lighting workflows.
Production-ready build – Robust construction with integrated design and reliable performance for demanding shoots.
Typical Uses
• Key light for interviews and small commercial setups
• Through diffusion for controlled soft sources
• Fill or secondary key alongside larger fixtures
• Location work where portability matters
• Through diffusion for controlled soft sources
• Exterior shoots in variable weather
• Matching mixed lighting environments
Specs
Output: approx 72,000 lux @1m (5600K with reflector)
CCT Range: 2700K – 6500K
CRI / TLCI: ≥96 / ≥97
Power Draw: 400W
Colour: Bi-Colour
Mount: Bowens mount
Control: Sidus Link / DMX / CRMX
Dimming: 0–100% flicker-free
Weight: approx 5.5kg (head)
Weather Rating: 🚿 Weatherproof (IP65 Rated)
Aputure 400x Base Kit. £85 Per day + VAT
Head Aputure 400x
Included in Base Kit
Hyper Reflectors Narrow/Medium/Wide
Included in Base Kit. 35° Reflector for STORM 400x.
Light Control Unit
Included in Base Kit
Control Unit Accessories
Included in Base Kit
Aputure 400x Optional Accessories
Aputure Fresnel CF7 & Barn Doors
The CF7 Fresnel with Barn Doors Kit is a 7 inch Bowens Mount fresnel with included 8-leaf barn doors. It offers a beam range of 15º to 40º
£20 Per day + VAT
Aputure Light Dome 150
5’ Octa softbox complete with 1.5 and 2.5 stop diffusions and 45° egg crate.
Dimension: Φ150cm x 80cm, Weight; 3.2kg
£30 Per day + VAT
Aputure Light Dome MKII and MKIII
3’ Octa softbox complete with outer and inner diffusions and 45° egg crate.
Dimension: Φ89cm x 65cm, Weight; 2.55kg
£25 Per day + VAT
Aputure Light Dome Mini MKII
1.8’ Octa softbox complete with outer and inner diffusions and 45° egg crate.
Dimension: Φ55cm x 29cm, Weight; 1.64kg
£10 Per day + VAT
Aputure Light Octadome 120
4’ Octagonal softbox complete with-
Half Diffusion
Full Diffusion
45° Eggcrate
Dimension: Φ120cm x 53cm, Weight; 1.7kg
£25 Per day + VAT
Aputure Lantern
2.7ft Chinese Lantern. Kit includes fabric skirt, which in shown in the Lantern 90 image.
Dimension: Φ83.5cm x Depth; 18.5cm, Weight; 1.3kg
£20 Per day + VAT
Aputure Lantern 90
3ft Chinese Lantern. Kit includes 360° fabric skirt which hangs down in 4 sections approximately 25cm below diffusion. Picture above with only one section dropped.
Dimension: Φ90cm x Depth; 18.5cm, Weight; 1.3kg
£20 Per day + VAT
Aputure Spotlight Mount Set - 19°
Profile Spotlight 19°. Optional Accessories-
18-Leaf Iris
Gobo Holder
Gobo Kit x3
Dimension: 44 x 19 x 38cm, Weight; 4.6kg. Mounting: 16/28MM
Fresnel- £35 Per day + VAT
Accessories- £5 Per day + VAT
Aputure Spotlight Mount Set - 26°
Profile Spotlight 26°. Optional Accessories-
18-Leaf Iris
Gobo Holder
Gobo Kit x3
Dimension: 44 x 19 x 38cm, Weight; 5kg. Mounting: 16/28MM
Fresnel- £35 Per day + VAT
Accessories- £5 Per day + VAT
Aputure Spotlight Mount Set - 36°
Profile Spotlight 36°. Optional Accessories-
18-Leaf Iris
Gobo Holder
Gobo Kit x3
Dimension: 44 x 19 x 38cm, Weight; 5.1kg. Mounting: 16/28MM
Fresnel- £35 Per day + VAT
Accessories- £5 Per day + VAT
Speed Ring for Profoto Soft Boxes
For use with any Profoto HR (heat resistant) soft box.
£12- Per day + VAT
Speed Ring for Chimera Soft Boxes
For use with Chimera Video Pro Plus extra small or small soft box.
£12- Per day + VAT