Overview
The Aputure Electro Storm CS15 is a high-output, full-color point-source LED built for film sets where you want the punch of an HMI with the control of modern RGB lighting. With a 1,585W engine and wide color tunability, it’s designed to handle everything from keying talent to pushing light through diffusion, frames, or modifiers without feeling underpowered.
Technical Specifications
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Power: 1,585W
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Output: up to 32,600 lux at 9.8 ft (3 m) with reflector
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CCT Range: 2,000K to 10,000K
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Color Engine: RGB + White emitters; dual-blue LED technology
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Weather Resistance: IP65-rated (dust and water resistant)
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Mounting: dual accessory mounts (supports a broad range of modifiers)
Key Features
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HMI-level punch in an RGB fixture: strong output that can stand in for common 1.8K HMI use cases while staying full-color.
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Wide, production-friendly color control: fast matching across practicals, mixed lighting, and motivated looks thanks to 2,000K–10,000K plus RGB flexibility.
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Built for set life: IP65 construction for tougher environments and location work where weather can be a factor.
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Modifier versatility: dual accessory mounts make it easy to build the beam and shape you need, from harder source looks to larger, softer keys.
Use Cases
The CS15 is a solid choice when you need a powerful key light for interviews, commercial work, and studio setups, or when you’re trying to replace or supplement HMI units on location. It also shines for color-forward work like music videos, branded content, and narrative scenes where you want quick color shifts without swapping gels.
Why Rent the Aputure Electro Storm CS15 Here
Picture This Production Services & Stage Rentals can help you build the right CS15 package for your shoot, including the beam-shaping pieces that make this unit really sing. If you’re matching multiple fixtures, planning DMX control, or deciding which modifiers to pair with a high-output point source, our team can help you dial in a setup that’s clean, fast, and dependable on set.
