APUTURE COB 300X

I've been renting this for a few jobs and the 300W output is really solid for its size—fits in a small bag but still punches through a window. The included yoke mount and bowens mount adapter made rigging it on a c-stand straightforward, which saved me time on set.

The zoom range from 2700K to 6500K meant I could match any scene's ambient light without swapping gels. Even at 300W, the head stays manageable at just over 7kg, so balancing it on a light stand was no problem. Perfect for a quick rental that demanded consistent, flexible color.

Rented this for a two-day shoot and the 300W output held up beautifully in mixed daylight. The 2700–6500K range gave me total control without needing gels, and the fan noise stayed quiet enough for dialogue scenes. Weight is a bit of a workout on a boom, but the included lamp mount made rigging fast