Aputure has unveiled its new STORM 80c 3-Light Kit, a comprehensive lighting solution that combines their compact yet powerful LED lights with versatile modifiers in a portable package. The kit targets everyone from independent filmmakers to studio technicians with a design that balances professional-grade features with practical field usability in a system that can adapt to virtually any production environment.

Compact Powerhouse: This small-format lighting kit delivers studio-quality illumination with unmatched portability

The STORM 80c lights form the heart of this new offering, featuring Aputure's advanced BLAIR-CG light engine that elevates what's possible from portable lighting instruments.

• Each light provides a remarkable CCT range from 1800K-20,000K with full green tint control and specialized indigo emitters that activate natural fluorescence

• The units are fully color-tunable and can reproduce saturated colors across 90% of the Rec.2020 color space through HSIC+, xy, RGB, and Gel modes

• An IP65 weather rating makes these lights suitable for challenging environmental conditions without compromising performance

• The entire system can operate via battery power with included D-Tap cables and handheld bracket mount

Modifier Magic: The comprehensive accessory package transforms these fixtures from simple point sources to precision lighting instruments

Rather than just bundling lights together, Aputure has created a thoughtfully designed ecosystem with modifiers that expand creative possibilities while maintaining the system's portability.

• Two CF4 compact fresnels with 8-leaf barndoors provide a 15°-45° zoom range for controlled beam shaping

• The included Light Dome 40 (a 40cm diffuser) attaches directly to the Mini ProLock mount for softer light quality

• An adapter for standard Bowens mount compatibility allows use with a wider range of third-party modifiers

• Three mount clamps with articulating posts enable rigging the lights in confined or unusual spaces

• Everything packs into a rugged, weather-resistant rolling case with precision-cut foam for organized transport

Production Perspectives: The kit's versatility addresses specific needs across different production environments

Ted Sim, President and Co-Founder of Aputure, emphasized the kit's intentional versatility during the announcement.

• For documentary filmmakers, the battery operation and compact design allow for quick setup in challenging locations

• Studio productions can deploy multiple units as supplemental "stash lights" around set for quick problem-solving

• Film schools gain a complete lighting package that demonstrates professional techniques without overwhelming students

• Corporate video teams benefit from the quick setup/breakdown and comprehensive toolkit for location shooting

• The precision-cut foam case organization reduces setup and strike time, optimizing production efficiency

The Bright Future: This release reflects the industry's growing demand for lighting tools that bridge technical sophistication with practical field usability

As production lighting continues to evolve, this kit represents a significant marker in how manufacturers are responding to changing production methods and environments.

• The emphasis on battery operation acknowledges the increasing number of remote and non-traditional shooting locations in modern content creation

• Advanced color science in portable formats indicates how technical capabilities once reserved for studio environments are now expected in the field

• Weatherproofing and ruggedized design speak to the reality that modern production happens in increasingly diverse environments

• The system's scalability – from student films to professional sets – demonstrates how manufacturers are creating ecosystems rather than just individual products