Amaran 18-Leaf Iris for Spotlight SE — Precision Aperture Control for Film & Studio Lighting
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Amaran 18-Leaf Iris for Spotlight SE — Precision Aperture Control for Film & Studio Lighting
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The amaran spotlight se iris is an 18-leaf aperture accessory for Canadian crews using the amaran Spotlight SE projection modifier system. It works with Spotlight SE 19 degree and 36 degree lens kits to control the size and shape of a projected beam, making it useful for product highlights, background accents, theatrical circles, window effects, interviews, and studio lighting that needs precise edge control.
Product Video
Watch the official amaran Spotlight SE video to see the projection modifier system, interchangeable optics, shutters, gobos, and controlled hard-light workflow.
Product Details
Product Overview
The iris is not a light fixture by itself; it is a control accessory for a Spotlight SE projection setup. The parent Spotlight SE system turns compatible Bowens mount point-source lights up to 300W into a shapeable spotlight, while the optional iris gives the operator another way to refine the beam after choosing the 19 degree or 36 degree lens. This is especially useful when shutters or gobos are too geometric and the shot needs a cleaner circular aperture.
Key Features
- 18-leaf iris accessory for the amaran Spotlight SE projection modifier system
- Controls the size and shape of the projected illumination circle without changing the parent light output setting
- Works with Spotlight SE 19 degree and 36 degree lens kits for tighter projection and aperture control
- Useful for background accents, window effects, product highlights, theatrical circles, and controlled hard-light patterns
How It Compares
Choose the iris when the beam size needs fast aperture adjustment. Choose gobos when the shot needs a pattern. Use the built-in shutters when the shape should have straight edges. Choose the 19 degree lens path for tighter throw, and the 36 degree path for a wider projection area.
Compatible Accessories and Related Gear
Useful same-system links include the amaran Spotlight SE 19 Lens Kit, amaran Spotlight SE 36 Lens Kit, amaran 19 Lens for Spotlight SE, and amaran 36 Lens for Spotlight SE.
Who Is This For?
Choose this iris for cinematographers, studio teams, product shooters, music-video crews, schools, and small stages that already use Spotlight SE and need more beam-size control.
Who Should Choose Something Else?
Choose something else if you need the full Spotlight SE kit, a 19 degree lens, a 36 degree lens, a Bowens light fixture, a softbox, a Fresnel, or a broad soft light instead of projected hard light.
In the Box
- 1x Spotlight SE Iris
Specifications
| Accessory type | 18-leaf iris for the amaran Spotlight SE system |
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| Parent system | amaran Spotlight SE projection modifier |
| Compatible kit paths | Spotlight SE 19 degree Lens Kit and Spotlight SE 36 degree Lens Kit |
| Primary function | Adjusts projected aperture size and circular beam shape |
| Package contents | 1x Spotlight SE Iris |
FAQ
What does the amaran Spotlight SE Iris do?
It adds 18-leaf aperture control to a Spotlight SE setup, letting the user make the projected circle smaller, cleaner, and more precise for shapeable lighting.
Which Spotlight SE kits can use the iris?
The iris is listed with the Spotlight SE 19 degree and 36 degree kits, so it is for the amaran Spotlight SE projection modifier system rather than a standalone light.
When should I add the iris to a Spotlight SE kit?
Add the iris when the beam needs a more controlled round shape, a smaller highlight, a tighter background accent, or fast aperture changes during setup.
Does the iris replace gobos or shutters?
No. The iris controls aperture size and circular shape, while shutters cut edges and gobos create patterns. Many Spotlight SE setups use these controls together.
Should I buy the iris with the 19 degree or 36 degree lens?
Use it with either lens when aperture control matters. Pair it with 19 degree for tighter reach, or with 36 degree when the projected area should be wider.
Where to Buy in Canada
Filmgear Canada carries amaran lighting and lighting accessories for Canadian filmmakers, creators, studios, schools, rental teams, and production companies, with Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-based help choosing the right fixture, modifier, stand, control, and power workflow.
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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
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Exchanges
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Refunds
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