Lighting is a huge business for filmmakers. It is arguably the most important part of shooting a scene, so it isn’t surprising to find a huge array of lights, of all types, shapes, and sizes, ranging from the cheapest Amazon specials to the eye-wateringly expensive. Luckily that means there is a middle ground that suits the majority of filmmakers and it’s fair to say that only a few companies have pushed the boundaries in this area, with Aputure being one of the most popular, at least if YouTube and the many freelance kits I've seen are anything to go by. I won’t go into the different types of lighting here, concentrating on Tube lights, as that is what the MT pro is.
Tube lights used to be just that; a simple tube, often fluorescent that could be used in tight spaces for a fairly soft light. In days gone these were often fragile, a little unpredictable, and inconsistent but that is all behind us. The strengths of LEDs have meant that tubes are now controllable, predictable, and far more robust, making them ideal for many uses and they can be found at different lengths and specifications (as well as price points). Aputure has built a reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality filmmaking lights that have garnered a lot of enthusiastic respect in the last few years. The question here is should you buy the MR Pro for your tube light needs?
