Aputure’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide for Up-and-Coming Creatives
Find the Perfect Must-Haves for Any Video Starter Kit
Video and content creation has absolutely boomed in the past decade, with more people interested in creative pursuits than ever before. Whether you know a beginning content creator or videographer who is just looking to start their creative journey, or you are one yourself, these tools will help you bring your videos to the next level.
We know that high-quality lighting and audio are the keys to leveling up your content, which is why we have curated a selection of our favorite products for the starting creator in your life (even if that means you) just in time for this holiday season — from point-source lights, light panels, mini lights, tube lights, to microphones.
If you’re looking for a guide to kitting out your favorite filmmaker or content creator, check out our other Holiday Gift Guides!
The Starter Kit
amaran COB 60d
The amaran COB 60d is the main light for this setup. It will act as the primary key light for videos. Its small, portable size disguises the fact that the COB 60d can pack a punch with its high-output daylight LED. By using the Universal Bowens Mount the COB 60d can be paired with a wide variety of modifiers, including the Light Box 60x90, which makes a fantastic soft key light for the Starter Kit. The COB 60d can also be battery-powered using Sony NP-F batteries for content creation on-the-go.
- Universal Bowens Mount for Simple Light Shaping
- Bright 65W Daylight Output
- Ultra-compact & Lightweight Design
- Can be Powered by Sony NP-F Batteries
- Sidus Link Bluetooth App Control
- 8 Built-in Lighting FX: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulsing, Strobe, & Explosion
- Includes EPP Foam Carrying Case
Shop the amaran COB 60d now for $149 (originally $169).
Light Box 60x90
To pair with the amaran COB 60d that will be the key light, the Light Box 60x90 is an affordable yet high-quality softbox that will instantly diffuse the light for a more flattering result.
The Light Box 60x90 is a Bowens Mount Rectangular Softbox with a front aperture of 60x90cm. The Light Box 60x90 uses a lightweight 4-rod construction and Bowens Mount speedring for quick setups, and also includes two types of diffusion to fine-tune the quality of light.
- 60x90cm (2x3ft) Bowens Mount Rectangular Softbox
- Quick & Simple 4-Rod Design
- Includes 2 Types of Front Diffusion & Light Control Grid
Shop the Light Box 60x90 now for $58 (originally $66).
MC
In its tiny, portable form factor, the MC features HSI color control and a CCT range of 3200K-6500K, providing a pop of color or fill light wherever you need it. Its magnets and internal battery allow it to be hidden in a variety of locations, and you can control it from anywhere with the Sidus Link Bluetooth mesh app.
- 3200K-6500K Variable CCT & HSI Control
- 9 Built-in Lighting FX: Fire, Pulsing, TV, etc.
- Up to 120 Minutes @ Max Brightness (2,600mAh Battery)
- Built-in Neodymium Magnets
- Sidus Link Bluetooth App Control
Shop the MC now for $79 (originally $90).
Accent B7c
For those who want to add a smart bulb to their setup that also uses the same Sidus Link app as all the other lights on this list and doesn’t flicker in your videos, the Accent B7c is perfect for that.
The Accent B7c is an RGBWW color-mixing LED light bulb, and has an ultra-wide 2,000K-10,000K color temperature range. The B7c is equivalent to a 50W household tungsten light bulb, with the added functionality of reproducing any color you can imagine with excellent skin tone reproduction. On top of that, the Accent B7c is the first color-mixing smart bulb to feature a built-in battery, making it truly stand out from the crowd.
- 7W RGBWW LED Smart Bulb
- Standard E26/E27 Light Bulb Socket
- Built-in Lithium-polymer Battery (70+ min. @ Max Output)
- 2,000K to 10,000K Variable CCT & HSI Color Control
- Sidus Link Bluetooth App
Shop the Accent B7c now for $49 (originally $70).
Deity Pocket Wireless / Pocket Wireless Mobile Kit
Built for the creator who desires ultimate versatility, Pocket Wireless is a compact wireless microphone kit that is capable of natively working with cameras, smartphones AND laptops/PCs. Use the on-board mic when desired or the included lavalier for a more professional look. Wireless audio made simple.
- Locking 3.5mm Input
- Ultra lightweight and compact
- Large ~1” OLED Display
- Professional Grade Analog Limiter
- 5+ Hours of Battery Life
Mobile creators have particular needs and the Pocket Wireless Mobile Kit was designed to perfectly fit them. Complete with the regular Pocket Wireless kit AND additional phone mount and foldable tripod/handle, users have everything they need to capture crystal clear wireless audio in any environment.
- Included Phone Mount
- Included Folding Tripod/Handle
Shop the Pocket Wireless now for $89 (originally $169).
Shop the Pocket Wireless Mobile Kit for $119 (originally $199).
Honorable Mentions to Upgrade Your Kit
amaran 100x
If you want an upgrade from the amaran COB 60d, get more output and bi-color temperature control by choosing the amaran 100x.
Whether used in the studio or on-the-go, the amaran 100x is a must-have in any rising content creator’s toolkit. The amaran 100x is an incredibly compact and lightweight bi-color point-source Bowens Mount LED light for content creation, studio filmmaking, portrait photography, and video production. Its 9 built-in lighting effects are great for taking creations to the next level, and it can also be controlled wirelessly using the Sidus Link mobile app while staying in-frame when vlogging or streaming.
- Universal Bowens Mount for Simple Light Shaping
- 2700K~6500K Variable CCT
- Up to 34,300+ lux @ 1 meter with Hyper-Reflector
- Compact Lamp Head with Built-in Controls & Umbrella Holder
- Sidus Link Bluetooth App Control
- 9 Built-in Lighting FX: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Fire, Lightning, Faulty Bulb, TV, Pulsing, Strobe, & Explosion
Shop the amaran 100x now for $263 (originally $299).
Light Dome SE
The Light Dome SE creates beautiful soft light to help creators look their best on-screen, and is the ideal companion for the amaran COB 60d.
When vlogging or streaming, creating a soft quality of light is the key to making any subject look flattering. The Light Dome SE can transform any hard light into a beautiful soft light that blankets your subject, hides blemishes, and makes everyone look stunning on-camera. Pair the Light Dome SE with any Bowens Mount LED Light, such as the amaran COB 60d or amaran 100x, to create beautiful circular reflections that are always pleasing to the eye.
- 85cm (33.5in) Diameter for Soft Lighting
- Lightweight and Portable at only 1kg / 2.2lbs
- Includes Two Quality Diffusion Fabrics and 45° Light Control Grid
- Compatible with the Bowens Mount LED lights, such as the amaran COB 60d, 60x, 100d, 100x, 200d, & 200x, and Aputure LS 300d II, 300x, etc.
Shop the Light Dome SE now for $87 (originally $99).
amaran P60x/P60x 3-Light Kit
The amaran P60x is an ideal lighting kit for budding creators.
For content creators and streamers looking for a lightweight and versatile solution, panel lights are the perfect key light for creating any video. The amaran P60x is a bi-color LED panel that can recreate accurate skin tones and has a unique 45º optical design that produces ultra-bright output. You can also add the included collapsible softbox to make this ultra-bright panel, softer for a portable key or fill light. This light can also use or charge NP-F Style batteries, in addition to AC power, making it ideal for shooting vlogs and videos on-the-go.
- 60W Output Bi-Color Lensed LED Panel
- 5,070+ lux @ 1 meter (5600K)
- Tunable CCT from 3,200K to 6,500K
- Sidus Link Bluetooth App Control
- Utilizes & Charges Sony NP-F Batteries for Efficient Operation
- Includes Collapsible Softbox, Grid, and Carrying Bag
Shop the amaran P60x for $169.
Shop the amaran P60x 3-Light Kit for $499.
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If you want to explore more deals, check out all the Holiday Sale promotions on the Aputure Online Store.
All discounted pricing in this list reflects the pricing from the Holiday Sale. Prices outside of the Holiday Sale and participating regions may vary.
— Happy Holidays from the Aputure Team!
