The Aputure STORM 80c Can Now 'Go Anywhere' with New 3-Light Kit Option

Kicking off the excitement of NAB 2025 isn’t a new camera (just yet) but rather an expansion of an already popular light from Aputure. The STORM 80c has proven to be a quality, small point source LED light that features Aputure’s BLAIR-CG light engine and offers a range of 1800K-20,000K with Full +/- Green tint control and Indigo emitters.Yet, it was just one light, which might not be enough for many videographers and small crews. Aputure is upping the ante now with a new STORM 80c 3-Light Kit that will include several useful modifiers and accessories.Let’s look at this new 3-Light Kit and explore how it aims to offer increased functionality and versatility with several ready-to-go features.The Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light KitDesigned as a “go-anywhere” upgrade option to Aputure’s line of BLAIR-CG LED chipset lights, this new 3-Light Kit is centered around the Aputure STORM 80c BLAIR-CG LED Monolight and is a compact, point-source fixture that aims to offer a tunable palette with extremely high color accuracy. This new Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit features an 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 itself will come with a 35° hyper reflector, diffuser, soft case, mount cover, and power adapter with a cable, making it ready to take with you on-the-go or setup at your home studio or other set locations.A Lighting Kit for EveryoneSet to be premiered at NAB 2025 in Las Vegas this week, the Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit aims to be a versatile option for individual creators and small to medium video crews looking for a nice combo of reliability and functionality.“Our goal was to make a lighting kit for everyone. The STORM 80c is such a versatile light that it appeals to everybody. It’s tiny, punchy, can run off batteries, features our state-of-the-art BLAIR-CG light engine, and is built like a mini-tank. We designed it so the biggest productions could use multiple STORM 80c’s as stash lights all around set while a film student might use it as a keylight and a doc filmmaker could run it off a battery running around in the jungle. So we set out to make a kit that was equally appealing and versatile, with fresnel lenses, diffusers, a handheld battery mount, and even little clamps to rig the 80c wherever you need. We put it all in a rolling case with precision-cut foam so people could quickly find what they need and just as quickly pack up when they’re done shooting.” — Ted Sim, President and Co-Founder of Aputure. In addition to the reflectors and mini diffuser domes included with every STORM 80c, this 3-light kit will also include several useful modifiers and accessories. Most notably, there are two CF4 compact fresnels with 8-leaf barn doors and a 15°-45° zoom range. The Light Dome 40 in particular will be a 40cm diffuser that will be able to attach directly to the Mini ProLock mount of the STORM 80c. An adapter to standard Bowens mount is also included, along with a Handheld Bracket with a battery mount and three D-Tap cables allows the STORM 80c to be rigged compactly and powered anywhere. Price and AvailabilityThe whole Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit comes with a rugged rolling hard case that is weather-resistant and fitted with precision-cut hard foam with spaces for every item in the kit. The complete 3-light Kit is available to pre-order now. Here are the full specs and purchase options.Three STORM 80c Light FixturesTwo CF4 Fresnels and Barn DoorsOne Light Dome and Bowens AdapterOne Handheld Bracket, Three D-Tap CablesThree AC Adapters and 13.1' Power CablesThree Mini ProLock Mount CoversRolling Hard Case with Tow HandleAputure Storm 80c LED Monolight 3-Light KitAdd a versatile hard- and soft-light solution to your production using the STORM 80c 3-Light Kit from Aputure.

Apr 4, 2025 - 19:32

The Aputure STORM 80c Can Now 'Go Anywhere' with New 3-Light Kit Option

Kicking off the excitement of NAB 2025 isn’t a new camera (just yet) but rather an expansion of an already popular light from Aputure. The STORM 80c has proven to be a quality, small point source LED light that features Aputure’s BLAIR-CG light engine and offers a range of 1800K-20,000K with Full +/- Green tint control and Indigo emitters.

Yet, it was just one light, which might not be enough for many videographers and small crews. Aputure is upping the ante now with a new STORM 80c 3-Light Kit that will include several useful modifiers and accessories.

Let’s look at this new 3-Light Kit and explore how it aims to offer increased functionality and versatility with several ready-to-go features.

The Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit

Designed as a “go-anywhere” upgrade option to Aputure’s line of BLAIR-CG LED chipset lights, this new 3-Light Kit is centered around the Aputure STORM 80c BLAIR-CG LED Monolight and is a compact, point-source fixture that aims to offer a tunable palette with extremely high color accuracy.

This new Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit features an 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 itself will come with a 35° hyper reflector, diffuser, soft case, mount cover, and power adapter with a cable, making it ready to take with you on-the-go or setup at your home studio or other set locations.

A Lighting Kit for Everyone

Set to be premiered at NAB 2025 in Las Vegas this week, the Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit aims to be a versatile option for individual creators and small to medium video crews looking for a nice combo of reliability and functionality.

“Our goal was to make a lighting kit for everyone. The STORM 80c is such a versatile light that it appeals to everybody. It’s tiny, punchy, can run off batteries, features our state-of-the-art BLAIR-CG light engine, and is built like a mini-tank. We designed it so the biggest productions could use multiple STORM 80c’s as stash lights all around set while a film student might use it as a keylight and a doc filmmaker could run it off a battery running around in the jungle. So we set out to make a kit that was equally appealing and versatile, with fresnel lenses, diffusers, a handheld battery mount, and even little clamps to rig the 80c wherever you need. We put it all in a rolling case with precision-cut foam so people could quickly find what they need and just as quickly pack up when they’re done shooting.” — Ted Sim, President and Co-Founder of Aputure.

In addition to the reflectors and mini diffuser domes included with every STORM 80c, this 3-light kit will also include several useful modifiers and accessories. Most notably, there are two CF4 compact fresnels with 8-leaf barn doors and a 15°-45° zoom range.

The Light Dome 40 in particular will be a 40cm diffuser that will be able to attach directly to the Mini ProLock mount of the STORM 80c. An adapter to standard Bowens mount is also included, along with a Handheld Bracket with a battery mount and three D-Tap cables allows the STORM 80c to be rigged compactly and powered anywhere.

Price and Availability

The whole Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit comes with a rugged rolling hard case that is weather-resistant and fitted with precision-cut hard foam with spaces for every item in the kit. The complete 3-light Kit is available to pre-order now. Here are the full specs and purchase options.

Three STORM 80c Light Fixtures
Two CF4 Fresnels and Barn Doors
One Light Dome and Bowens Adapter
One Handheld Bracket, Three D-Tap Cables
Three AC Adapters and 13.1' Power Cables
Three Mini ProLock Mount Covers
Rolling Hard Case with Tow Handle

Aputure Storm 80c LED Monolight 3-Light Kit

Add a versatile hard- and soft-light solution to your production using the STORM 80c 3-Light Kit from Aputure.