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Aputure

Aputure is a cinema technology company specializing in high-end cinematic LED lighting solutions for film and video production.

Last updated October 12, 2026

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Overview

Aputure was founded in 2005 by a team of filmmakers and videographers aiming to create professional-grade cinema equipment at an affordable price. The company designs and specializes in high-end cinematic LED lighting solutions and sells globally, with offices in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Its product families include the STORM and NOVA series of professional lighting fixtures.

History

Aputure was founded in 2005 by a team of inspired filmmakers and videographers who wanted to create high quality content but struggled with the steep cost of equipment. They started Aputure as the first company to provide truly affordable and professional cinema equipment. Today, Aputure sells globally with offices in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, and is described as one of the fastest growing cinema technology companies, designing and specializing in high-end cinematic LED lighting solutions.

  • 2005

    Aputure founded by a team of filmmakers and videographers.

  • STORM CS32 3,200W tunable color point-source lamp released.

  • NOVA 9° 2x1 650W tunable white hyper narrow beam panel light released.

  • Sidus Link Pro 2.4 adds Action Panel and Mac support.

Products and positioning

Professional cinema lighting and control built for the challenges of production.

  • STORM CS32

    3,200W tunable color high fidelity point source lamp with Aputure mount, utilizing the BLAIR-CG With Extended Red light engine.

  • NOVA 9° 2x1

    650W tunable white hyper narrow beam panel light featuring the BLAIR light engine.

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