What Is the Amaran Ray Series?
The Amaran Ray series is Aputure's new lineup of full-colour Bowens Mount COB (chip-on-board) monolights, powered by OmniColor — an upgraded full-colour light engine that expands the red and blue ranges and adds an indigo emitter for a more complete spectrum. The result is cleaner whites, truer skin tones, and SSI scores of 87 (Tungsten) and 80 (D56) across the entire range.
Every Ray model is a COB point source — the same fundamental fixture architecture as Aputure's professional line — with an all-in-one monolight body and Bowens mount for modifier compatibility. They are not tube lights. The numbers in the model name refer to wattage: the Ray 120c is 120W, the Ray 360c is 360W, and the Ray 660c is 660W.
At Filmgear Canada in Vancouver, we stock the full Ray lineup. The most common question we get is the 120c vs. 660c decision, so this guide covers both in depth.
Amaran Ray 120c — Who Is It For?
Official Specs
Why It's Different
Defining advantage: battery operation. Pairing with Amaran Peak battery gives 35 minutes runtime at 100% output, cable-free. Also runs on USB-C PD.
Recommendation
Portable key light for interviews, small studios, run-and-gun. Most versatile fixture for $350 CAD.
Amaran Ray 660c — Who Is It For?
Official Specs
Why It's Different
Ray 660c is Amaran's most powerful COB: nearly 5.6x the 120c output. First in power class to feature built-in power supply: one AC cable, cleaner setup.
Recommendation
For larger studios, commercials where output pushes light through big softboxes or Fresnel. Required for DMX console workflows.
Ray 120c vs. 660c — Head-to-Head
| Spec | Ray 120c | Ray 660c |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 120W | 660W |
| Max Output | 6,850 lux | 38,500 lux |
| Mount | Bowens | Bowens |
| Power Source | AC / Ace E-Lock / USB-C PD | AC (built-in) |
| Price (CAD) | $350.00 | $944.00 |
Also in the Amaran Ray Series
Ray 360c is the mid-range: 360W, built-in PSU monolight design, DMX capability. For productions needing more power than 120c but not requiring full 660W.
Our Recommendation
Ray 120c for: Portable use, battery power requirements, small studios, on location.
Ray 660c for: Permanent studios, pushing light through massive modifiers, DMX console workflows, commercial production.
Ray 360c for: Hybrid location/studio workflows needing 360W balanced power.
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