Aputure STORM 400x LED Monolight (V-Mount)
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Aputure STORM 400x LED Monolight (V-Mount)
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Shipping Information
Ships from Vancouver, BC across Canada. Free shipping on regular orders over $199 CAD (remote areas and oversize/overweight items excluded). In-stock items typically ship within 1 business day; special-order items ship once the supplier confirms — lead times on request. Local pickup at 945 E Cordova St showroom.
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Customer Support
Email info@filmgearcanada.com or call (604) 269-4161. Our team gives pre-purchase advice, helps you spec the right model for your shoot, and confirms compatibility before you order. Open Monday–Saturday, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM PT. In-store consultation at our Vancouver, BC showroom.
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FAQ’s
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Contact Us
Filmgear Canada — 945 E Cordova St #108, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H9. Phone: (604) 269-4161. Email: info@filmgearcanada.com. Showroom open Mon–Sat, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed.
The Aputure STORM 400x is a compact bi-color LED monolight for owner-operators, interview crews, and small production teams that need a serious tunable-white key light with modifier control before stepping into larger STORM fixtures. Filmgear Canada carries it in Canada with current inventory shown on this page, Canadian dealer and manufacturer-warranty support, and no need for Canadian buyers to import from a U.S. retailer and deal with cross-border tariff surprises.
Product Video
Watch the STORM 400x walkthrough to judge fixture size, control layout, ProLock modifier handling, and how the light fits an interview or small studio setup.
Product Overview
The Aputure STORM 400x sits in the practical middle between small color fixtures and larger production heads. Buyers searching Aputure 400x usually want to know whether one stronger key light beats multiple compact lights, whether STORM 400x can replace older 300x or 600-series habits, and which modifier path makes sense.
Use it when you want a manageable STORM head for interviews, commercial work, product video, and location kits. It is a better fit for one controlled key than for wide panel wash or full RGB saturation. For a larger room, bigger diffusion, or more headroom, compare STORM 700x and STORM 1200x before buying.
Key Features
- Compact STORM-series bi-color LED monolight for interviews, small commercial work, product video, and mobile owner-operator kits.
- Works as a more serious key-light choice than small RGB fixtures when output, CCT control, modifier choice, and stand planning matter.
- Pairs with CF7 Fresnel, softboxes, grids, power planning, V-Mount workflow, stands, and sandbags for a complete field package.
- Natural comparison against Aputure 400x search terms, STORM 700x, STORM 80c kits, older 600-series lights, and amaran color fixtures.
- Best when the buyer wants one dependable main fixture rather than several small accent lights trying to do a key-light job.
How It Compares
The 400x should be chosen by job shape: one serious key and controlled modifiers, not by wattage alone.
| Option | Choose it when | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Aputure STORM 400x | Choose it for one compact professional key, reflector/Fresnel control, and practical interview or commercial setups. | Not the right substitute for every larger 600-series or 1200x workflow. |
| Aputure STORM 80c 3-Light Kit | Choose the kit for multiple compact placements, color accents, tabletop work, and small setups needing several heads. | Each 80c is smaller; do not expect one 80c to do the same main-key job as 400x. |
| Aputure STORM 700x | Choose 700x when larger modifiers, longer throw, and more output headroom are more important than compact size. | Bigger support, case, and stand planning become part of the decision. |
| Aputure STORM 1200x | Choose 1200x for large diffusion, window work, and bigger commercial sets. | Too much light, size, and power planning for many small interview kits. |
Compatible Accessories and Related Gear
Most 400x buyers should decide the modifier path at the same time: CF7 for controlled punch, softbox and grid for interviews, and a real stand/sandbag plan before the first shoot.
- Aputure CF7 Fresnel Kit
- Aputure STORM 700x
- Aputure STORM 1200x
- Aputure STORM 80c
- Aputure brand hub
- Lighting collection
Who Is This For?
Choose this for interview shooters, small commercial crews, owner-operators, rental customers, and studios that need one controllable bi-color LED monolight with more authority than compact RGB lights.
Who Should Choose Something Else?
Choose something else if the job is mainly full-color effects, several small practical placements, very large diffusion, or wide soft panel coverage. Compare STORM 80c, STORM 700x, STORM 1200x, NOVA II, or INFINIMAT instead.
In the Box
Check the exact V-Mount listing and current Shopify variant before a deadline-sensitive order, especially if the case, cables, yoke, power supply, reflector, or modifier package matters.
FAQ
Is the Aputure STORM 400x a good interview key light?
Yes. It is strongest as a compact main fixture for interviews and small commercial work when paired with the right softbox, grid, stand, and power plan.
Should I buy STORM 400x or three STORM 80c lights?
Choose STORM 400x when one stronger key is the job. Choose three STORM 80c lights when multiple small placements, color accents, and compact kit flexibility matter more.
Is Light Dome 150 too big for STORM 400x?
It can be more modifier than some small crews need. Match the softbox to room size, stand capacity, subject distance, and whether you need punch or close soft light.
Should I upgrade from Aputure 300x or 600-series lights to STORM 400x?
Upgrade when you want a newer STORM workflow, better tunable-white control, and a compact professional fixture. If maximum output is the constraint, compare STORM 700x or 1200x.
Where can I buy Aputure STORM 400x in Canada?
Buy the Aputure STORM 400x from Filmgear Canada for Canadian dealer support, Canada-wide shipping, Vancouver-area pickup support, and help choosing CF7, softbox, stand, or power accessories.
Where to Buy in Canada
Buy Aputure STORM 400x LED Monolight from Filmgear Canada for Canada-wide shipping, Vancouver-area pickup support, Canadian dealer and manufacturer-warranty support, and help choosing the right accessories or alternative before you commit. Canadian buyers can avoid U.S. retailer import/tariff surprises by ordering through Filmgear Canada instead of cross-border sourcing.
Shop the Aputure brand hub in Canada or browse Filmgear Canada lighting collections for adjacent fixtures, modifiers, and control gear.
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. For opened or used items, a minimum 15% restocking fee may apply depending on the item condition.
To start a return, you can contact us at info@filmgearcanada.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return-related questions at info@filmgearcanada.com.
Important Notice for Special Order Items
Certain professional and project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are subject to different return conditions. Please review the “Special Order Items” section below before placing your order.
Damages and Issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
For Special Order items, damage or defect claims must be reported immediately upon delivery and will be handled in accordance with the manufacturer’s warranty terms.
Exceptions / Non-returnable Items
Special Order Items (Final Sale)
Certain professional, project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are not regularly stocked. Special Order items are final sale and cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded once the order has been confirmed with the manufacturer.
These items are ordered specifically for individual projects and may include, but are not limited to:
- Professional wireless communication systems
- Large-scale lighting equipment
- Studio carts and grip equipment
- Cine lenses and special production gear
Please ensure compatibility and project requirements before placing your order. If you have any questions regarding lead time or suitability, we strongly recommend contacting us prior to purchase.
In addition, we do not accept returns for sale items, gift cards, perishable goods, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, gases, or personal care products.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have. Once the return is accepted, you may place a new order for the desired item.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please note that it may take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.