Aputure is set to launch the Storm XT52, a groundbreaking 5,200W LED fixture that delivers 48,000 lux of tunable white light while maintaining a design compact enough for single-person setup on standard crank stands. This powerful new offering positions LED technology as a genuine alternative to traditional HMI fixtures in high-end production environments.

BLAIR Technology Takes Center Stage: This advanced light engine offers unprecedented color control while maintaining industry-leading output

The Storm XT52 introduces Aputure's proprietary BLAIR light engine technology, combining Blue, Lime, Amber, Indigo, and Red emitters to achieve exceptional color accuracy and flexibility.

• Expansive color temperature range from 2500K to 10,000K with full ± Green tint control

• Unique Indigo emitter technology that replicates the natural fluorescence found in daylight and tungsten lighting

• Impressive 10,000:1 dimming ratio allowing precise control down to 0.01% of maximum output

• Superior color rendering for more natural-looking skin tones and realistic lighting effects

Production-Ready Design: The XT52's engineering addresses practical on-set challenges that typically plague high-output lighting

Despite its substantial power output, Aputure has created a fixture that fits into real-world production workflows without requiring specialized crew or equipment.

• Modular infrastructure facilitates field servicing and component replacement without sending units back to the manufacturer

• IP65 weather resistance rating ensures reliable performance in various outdoor shooting conditions

• Split design separates the 29kg (64lb) lamp head from the 13kg (28lb) control box for easier placement in challenging locations

• Head cable system allows the control box to remain at ground level while the lamp head operates on cranes or condors

Final Cut on Lighting Evolution: This release signals a significant shift in how productions will approach lighting packages for large-scale projects

The Storm XT52 represents more than just another lighting product—it marks a pivotal moment in the transition from traditional lighting technologies to advanced LED solutions for premium productions.

• Direct competition with traditional HMI fixtures suggests we're approaching the tipping point where LED can fully replace older technologies in even the most demanding applications

• The combination of high output and color tunability reduces the need for carrying multiple specialized fixtures and gel kits, potentially streamlining truck space and setup time

• Energy efficiency advantages will become increasingly important as productions face more pressure to reduce their carbon footprint

• As these high-power LED fixtures become more common, expect rental houses to accelerate their transition away from legacy lighting inventory

The Aputure Storm XT52 will be officially showcased at the upcoming NAB Show in Las Vegas, where hands-on demonstrations will be available at the Aputure Experience area.