Overview & Key Features
The Aputure NOVA II 2×1 represents the next generation of full‑color, high-output LED panel lights, pushing brightness and color control into professional cinema and broadcast workflows. Built on Aputure’s new BLAIR‑CG light engine, it offers expanded spectral fidelity, fine green/magenta adjustment, and IP65 weather resistance.
- 1,000W LED panel (1,250W max draw)
- CCT range: 1,800K to 20,000K, full ± green shift
- CRI ≥95, TLCI ≥95, TM‑30 Rf ≈95 / Rg ≈100, SSI (3200K: 90)
- 35° native beam with “focus‑then‑blend” optics
- IP65-rated build with low-noise cooling (≤40 dB)
- Connectivity: Sidus Link, DMX 16‑bit, LumenRadio CRMX, Art‑Net / sACN, Ethernet
- QuickClip front-mount system for modifiers
- 0.1–100% dimming, multiple curves, Max/Constant modes
- 15 built-in effects, 10 presets, lead-follow control
- 8-diode color engine (Blue, Lime, Amber, Indigo, Red, Cyan, Green, Deep Red)
Real‑World Impressions
Brightness & Use in Scenes
The NOVA II delivers twice the output of prior NOVA panels, while maintaining spectral fidelity. Its optical design preserves luminance when paired with diffusion, making it more flexible on set.
Color & Matching
The extended color engine allows precise matching of ambient and legacy sources, while Deep Red and Indigo diodes improve skin tone fidelity. This fixture integrates easily into mixed-light setups without compromise.
Challenges
- Weight: ~41 lb with yoke, requiring robust rigging
- Power draw: up to 1250W — needs strong circuit planning
- Heat: well-managed by fans, but heavy use in hot climates can push limits
- Price: $3,690 for the 2×1 (case/accessories extra)
What People Are Saying
- CineD: “A new chapter in panel lighting.”
- No Film School: “Most powerful NOVA yet.”
- Newsshooter: “1000W RGBWW, IP65 body, 8-color chipset.”
- RedShark: “Focus-then-blend optics retain brightness with diffusion.”
- ProVideo Coalition: “Excellent skin tone rendering, SSI 90 at 3200K.”
Price & Where to Get It
Base price: $3,690 for the 2×1 panel (no case). Accessory kits with rolling cases and modifiers available separately.
Reasons to Buy
- Best-in-class output with excellent color control
- IP65 weather resistance for on-location reliability
- Wide accessory ecosystem via QuickClip system
- Network-ready for DMX/CRMX/Art-Net workflows
- Future-proof color science with 8-diode chipset
Verdict
The Aputure NOVA II 2×1 sets a new benchmark for high-end LED panel lighting. While heavy and power-hungry, it delivers unmatched brightness, precision color, and rugged design. For filmmakers, gaffers, and rental houses, it’s a top-tier addition that redefines what a panel can do.
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