amaran Ace 25x and 25c Introduced – Portable, Powerful Lights for Creators on the Go

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by Jose PradaOctober 18^th, 2024

amaran has released two new portable LED lights, the amaran Ace 25x and Ace 25c. These bi-color and full-color fixtures are advertised as the most powerful in their class. With a maximum output of up to 32W and interesting features like customisable shortcuts, these compact lights are aimed at the content creation segment, where portability, battery life, and versatility are crucial selling points. Let’s take a look at them!

amaran, the brand initially created under the Aputure family, which spun off months ago, has released two new portable LED lights, the amaran Ace 25x and the amaran Ace 25c. The company assures that they deliver twice the output of similarly sized lights and introduces the new amaran locking ecosystem with the Ace Lock quick-release mount, which promises creators that they can snap their lights onto a camera or tripod in less than a second. 

Brightness and colors for all

With a weight of less than a pound, the amaran Ace 25x and 25c feature a boost mode capable of delivering up to 32W of light. Thanks to their optical design, the amaran Ace 25c can output up to 5,908 lux of light at 0.5m at 5,600K, while the amaran Ace 25x can deliver 6,320 lux at the same distance and color temperature. 

Both lights are available in five colors (charcoal, white, silver, pink, and green).

Autonomy and portability

The amaran Ace 25c and 25x share a battery runtime of up to 4 hours and 40 minutes in Silent Mode and 70 minutes in Standard Mode, which should adapt to almost every shooting situation we can find when creating content, including interviews and live streaming. For those needing more, their recharge time (40 minutes from 0-90%) ensures that, with a couple of lights, you are sorted for the whole shooting. The fixtures can also power other equipment, like compact lights, camera gear, or smartphones, with the included USB-C cable.

Both fixtures weigh 325.5g (0.72 lbs) and measure 11.8 x 7.7 x 3.3cm (4.65 x 3.03 x 1.30in). They are also available in a travel kit, which includes a light control grid and a mini tripod, all contained in a protective carrying case. 

New amaran Ace Lock and magnetic mounting

With the amaran Ace 25x and the Ace 25c, the brand introduces Ace Lock, advertised as an ‘ultra-fast and secure quick-release mount’ which can be attached to the camera or tripod with one hand in less than a second. As users will find situations where time is gold, this feature should help them prepare for the next shot. Both lights feature a magnetic front accessory mount to control the quality of light and an integrated back silicone pad to attach them to any magnetic surface, expanding their mounting options.

Price and availability

The amaran Ace 25c, amaran Ace 25x, and their accessories are now shipping at the following prices:

• amaran Ace 25x: $69 / Kit: $95 – €70.10
• amaran Ace 25c: $99 / Kit: $125
• amaran Ace 30° Light Control Grid: $8
• amaran Ace Lock Mini Tripod: $19
• amaran Ace Lock to Cold Shoe Adapter: $10

For more information, please visit the products’ website here.

What do you think of the new portable lights by amaran? Do you find features that would make them stand out from the competition? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!