Aputure

Aputure

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing

Los Angeles, CA 15,997 followers

Cinema Lighting for a Digital Age. By Filmmakers, For Filmmakers

About us

Aputure was founded by a team of inspired filmmakers and videographers who wanted to create high quality content, but struggled with steep cost of equipment needed to do so. Determined to create professional-grade equipment at an affordable price, they started Aputure: the first company to provide truly affordable and professional cinema equipment with the quality and functions needed to fully realize any creative vision. Today, Aputure sells globally in over 300+ cities with offices in Amsterdam, China, Singapore, India and the United States. It is one of the fastest growing cinema technology companies, designing and specializing in creative lighting solutions. As a part of the creative community, Aputure continues to develop for the ever-expanding needs of budding artists and professionals alike. Each member of our team has felt the burning desire to bring a creative vision to life at all costs. We're here to keep that fire alive.

Industry
Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Los Angeles, CA
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2013
Specialties
Cinema Accessories, Cinema Lighting, LED Lighting, Filmmaking, and Photography Gear

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    The new Sidus Four comes with everything lighting programmers need in a CRMX transmitter like… ✅ Up to four CRMX and four DMX universes simultaneously ✅ Sidus Bluetooth ✅ All industry-standard protocols: DMX, ArtNet, sACN ✅ Unlimited linking of multiple Sidus Four units for more universes ✅ Large color display to check network vitals from afar ✅ IP65 weather rating ✅ V-mount battery plate for all-day power ✅ Internal 80 minute battery backup ✅ Built-in router with 2.4Ghz and 5.8Ghz dual band for 800m WiFi & CRMX range Find out what Sidus Four has to offer: https://lnkd.in/gPk4uJSn

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    What is Sidus Four? Our very own Ben Dynice tells you everything you need to know about Sidus Four. We are also joined by Local 728 lighting programmer, David Slodki (Black Panther, First Man), to talk about the benefits of having an all-in-one CRMX transmitter like Sidus Four on large-scale, feature film sets. Watch the whole walkthrough: https://lnkd.in/g2x2HaeE

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    Introducing Sidus Four: Aputure’s best-in-class CRMX transmitter node for top level creative control. It can control eight universes and multiple units can be linked to control even more universes. Its clear-as-day status display along with its internal backup battery, V-Mount plate, plus IP65 dust and weather resistance make Sidus Four the lighting professional’s choice for large-scale lighting networks in the studio, in the field and at live events. Learn more about the new game-changing CRMX transmitter here: https://lnkd.in/gPk4uJSn

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    Many thanks to Tony Ngai, Dominic Lee, and the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) for organizing this seminar given by our principal engineer of imaging applications, Tim Kang! If you are based in the Hong Kong area, please swing by! #virtualproduction #cinematography #filmmaking

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    Honorary Advisor - Hong Kong Society of Cinematographers

    It is always a pleasure to greet a friend from afar!(Chunese saying: 有朋自遠方來,不亦樂乎)!

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    The International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS) is an international organization for cinematic #lighting professionals who seek #supportive, #technical, and #inclusive knowledge - sharing #community.

    Join us! The Panel ICLS and ITC : Gaffers and Cinematographers facing the LEDs - The SSI is happening now at Seminar Room 3, Euro Cine Expo. #icls #iclsociety #panel #itc #imago #gaffers #cinematographers #leds #ssi #munich #seminar #discussions #germany #eurocineexpo

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    Missing Cine Gear LA 2024 already! It was so great to connect with everyone last weekend, and we hope you had a great time talking with our experts and seeing how our lighting solutions work for you. 💡 For those who couldn't attend Cine Gear this year, we have all our guest panels recorded and uploaded to YouTube! Watch the full playlist here: https://lnkd.in/g9YQNEaS #filmmaking #cinematography #lighting #future

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    And that's a wrap on Cine Gear LA 2024 We had a blast meeting everyone again this year and bringing all the new toys! This year, we got to hear from some amazing speakers, had some surprise visits from top filmmakers in the industry, and most importantly, got to connect with you about your filmmaking needs. We love to support our thriving community as much as we can and come up with lighting solutions for everyone, so thank you for your amazing feedback and participation at our booth! What were your favorite moments at Cine Gear LA 2024?

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    Get ready for an insightful weekend with some incredible guest panels happening at the Aputure Booth S9307 | Stage 19. Whether you're a budding cinematographer or a seasoned lighting pro, there's something here for everyone. Panel Event #1: The Art of Lighting 📅 Date: Friday, June 7th 🕐 Time: 1pm - 1:45pm PT 🎥 Panelists: Andrew Lock, Luke Seerveld, John Roche Panel Event #2: What They Didn’t Teach You in Film School 📅 Date: Friday, June 7th 🕒 Time: 3pm - 3:45pm PT 🎥 Panelists: Richard Crudo, ASC, Christine Ng, Veronica Bouza Panel Event #3: What They Didn’t Teach You in Film School 📅 Date: Saturday, June 8th 🕚 Time: 11am - 11:45am PT 🎥 Panelists: Andrew Lock, Luke Seerveld, John Roche Panel Event #4: The Art of Cinematography 📅 Date: Saturday, June 8th 🕑 Time: 2pm - 2:45pm PT 🎥 Panelists: Richard Crudo, Christine Ng, Veronica Bouza Dive deep into the artistry and techniques behind film lighting and cinematography, and uncover the essential skills that go beyond film school. Our expert panelists are here to share their experiences and tips to help you shine in the industry. 🌟Mark your calendars and join us at the Aputure Booth for an enlightening experience. Remember that you can visit our Cine Gear navigator page to see everything that's happening with us here: https://bit.ly/3VeNsq1

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    Join us for an exclusive guest panel event on the main stage at Cine Gear Expo LA 2024 called, "Aputure Presents: The Future of Lighting and Collaboration"! 🎥✨ 📅 Date: Saturday, June 8th 🕒 Time: 3:45pm PT - 4:35 pm PT 📍 Location: Screening Room 12 Meet our incredible guest panelists: Justin Talley - ASC Associate Member, Virtual Production Supervisor, ILM StageCraft Tom Howard - ICLS, IATSE 728, Rigging Lighting Programmer (Ahsoka, The Mandalorian S1-3) Jeff Webster - ICLS, IATSE 728, CLT (Ahsoka, The Mandalorian S1-3) Derek Hoffman - ICLS, IATSE 728, Lighting Programmer (Ahsoka, The Mandalorian S1-3) Discover how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the lighting industry and fostering unprecedented collaboration between the visual effects and lighting departments. Our panelists, pioneers in their fields, will dive into the nuances and future implications of these innovations. 🌟 Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from the experts behind some of your favorite shows! See our Cine Gear LA navigator page for more info: https://bit.ly/3VeNsq1

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    Introducing the LS 600c Pro II, an advanced full-color LED point source fixture designed for the rigors of film sets and location shoots. Building upon its predecessor, this second-generation model boasts upgraded small-diameter COB design, resulting in significantly higher output efficiency. With a redesigned COB, the LS 600c Pro II delivers exceptional brightness, offering 21,610 lux @1m at 5,600K—35% higher than the previous generation. Equipped with its new hyper reflector, it achieves an impressive 91,500 lux @1m, an 82% improvement over the LS 600c Pro with its original hyper reflector. Now with IP54 weather protection, the LS 600c Pro II is your true workhorse light. Learn more about the LS600c Pro II here: https://bit.ly/4emrRoH

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