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Aputure Light Storm 120d II

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Aputure Light Storm 120d II

The Light Storm 120d II is the classic 180W daylight Bowens-mount COB with app control, a dependable enthusiast-tier staple. Its real advantage is the enormous Bowens modifier ecosystem it plugs into. The limitation is color flexibility: it's daylight-only, so anyone needing bi-color or RGB control should look elsewhere in the lineup.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall66±6

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).

Beginner Friendliness61
Compatibility50
Confidence69
Pro Readiness64
Upgrade Path65
Value50

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
mount typebowensSourced
color modedaylightSourced
power (W)180Sourced
app controlyesSourced

4/4 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • The classic Bowens-mount daylight COB — huge modifier ecosystem

Who should skip this

  • Bi-color/RGB needs

Where to buy

List price $545

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Compatibility

No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard photo / video setup.

Upgrade path

Buying today, the amaran 200d scores higher for less — the smarter pick in lights unless you specifically want this one. See it →