Aputure storm 80C fitted with mini lantern diffuser

Aputure STORM 80c. £45 Per day + VAT. Weekly rates available.

Overview

The Aputure STORM 80c is a compact, high-output RGBWW LED spotlight, delivering full colour control and strong output for film, TV, and commercial production. Available for hire in London, it combines advanced colour science with a small, versatile form factor, making it ideal for both creative lighting and fast-moving location work.

Key Features

BLAIR-CG light engine – Advanced colour engine delivering extended colour gamut, improved spectral accuracy, and natural skin tones.
Full colour control – RGBWW output with full HSI, gel, and effects modes for maximum creative flexibility.
Compact and lightweight design – Small form factor ideal for tight spaces, fast setups, and travel jobs.
High output for size – Strong punch for an 80W fixture, suitable for key, fill, or accent lighting.
Bowens mount compatibility – Supports a wide range of modifiers including softboxes, lanterns, and projection attachments.
Professional control – Sidus Link, DMX, and wireless control options for seamless workflow integration.
Production-ready build – Robust construction with integrated design for reliable on-set use.

Typical Uses

• Creative colour lighting
• Compact key or fill light
• Accent and effects lighting
• Small studio or location setups
• Fast turnaround shoots

Specs

  • Output: approx 19,750 lux @1m (5600K with reflector)

  • CCT Range: 1800K – 20000K

  • CRI / TLCI: ≥95 / ≥96

  • Power Draw: 80W

  • Colour: RGBWW (Full Colour)

  • Mount: Bowens mount

  • Control: Sidus Link / DMX / CRMX

  • Dimming: 0–100% flicker-free

  • Weight: approx 2.2kg (head)

  • Weather Rating: 🚿 Weatherproof (IP65 Rated)

 

Aputure 80C Pro Base Kit. £45 Per day + VAT

Head Aputure 80C + Hyper Reflector

Included in Base Kit

Mini Lantern Diffuser

Included in Base Kit

Bowens Mount Adaptor 80c

Included in Base Lit. For attaching traditional Bowens Mount light modifiers to 80c

PSU and Mains Cable IEC

Included in Base Kit

 

Aputure 80C Pro Optional Accessories

Aputure Lantern 30 (80C Specific)

The Lantern 30 is a spherical mini softbox with a 30cm diameter diffuser. It features a Mini ProLock Mount to attach to the STORM 80c. The Lantern 30 includes an adjustable skirt to control the spread of light.

£10 Per day + VAT

Aputure Light Dome 40 (80C Specific)

40CM Octa softbox complete with 1 and 2 stop diffusions and 45° egg crate. Mini ProLock Mount for attachment to the Storm 80c

Dimension: Φ150cm x 80cm, Weight; 3.2kg

£10 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 Octa Dome 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 Space Light

Space Light with detachable 1/2 skirt.

Dimension: Φ45cm x Height; 72cm, Weight; 1.3kg

£15 Per day + VAT

Fresnel CF4 (80C Specific)

The CF4 Fresnel is a compact fresnel with a 4-inch diameter lens and Mini ProLock mount optimized for use with the STORM 80c.

Complete with CF4 Barn Door.

£20 Per day + VAT

Instagrid Battery

A robust and efficient unit from German manufacturers Instagrid. The One Max battery will run an Aputure 80C for approximately 20 hours (figure based on wattage of fixture and not tested)

£105 Per day + VAT

Weather Warning !

If the STORM 80C is used in a heavy rain, it is recommended to use the tilt angle range of the lamp head as shown above.

Spotlight Mini Lens Kit

The Spotlight Mini is a compact ellipsoidal projector designed for the STORM 80c. Kit includes 19° and 36° spots with gobo set and iris

£30 Per day + VAT

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