amaran Ray: Compact, Full-Colour COB LED Lights for Every Setup
The amaran Ray series packs more power into less space. Whether you need a portable light for on-the-go work or a space-saving fixture for a studio, the Ray range gives you strong, consistent output wherever you shoot. Four models cover the range, from the compact 60W Ray 60c up to the 660W Ray 660c, and all four share the same full-colour engine and Bowens mount.
Every Ray fixture leads its class in brightness and carries OmniColor, amaran's full-colour light engine, for high colour accuracy that reads true on camera. This guide walks through what the Ray range does well and helps you choose the right model.
Shop the amaran Ray RangeMeet the amaran Ray Family
Four full-colour COB models, from a compact on-the-go light to a full studio fixture, all sharing OmniColor and a Bowens mount.
amaran Ray 60c
The 60W compact. A light, portable full-colour source for travel, fill, and tight spaces.
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amaran Ray 120c
The 120W all-rounder. More output for a key light in mid-size interviews and sets.
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amaran Ray 660c
The 660W flagship. Maximum output for full-scale studio and commercial work.
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TL;DR
Four full-colour COB lights, one system. The amaran Ray range runs from the compact 60W Ray 60c to the 660W Ray 660c, each leading its class in brightness with consistent output in white and full-colour modes. The OmniColor engine adds an indigo emitter and wider red and blue for high colour fidelity, hitting SSI scores of 87 against tungsten and 80 against daylight. Every model spans 1800K to 20000K, mounts to the full Bowens system, and adds IP54 weather resistance, quick NFC pairing, and the FlowTurn control knob for fast, hands-on adjustment.
Brightest Output for Every Scenario
From ultra-portable setups to full studios, every amaran Ray model leads its class in brightness. Output climbs cleanly through the range: the Ray 60c delivers 3,910 lux at one metre with no accessory, the Ray 120c reaches 6,850 lux, the Ray 360c hits 17,130 lux, and the Ray 660c tops out at 38,500 lux. That is a lot of usable light whether you are filling a small corner or pushing through a large softbox in a full-scale studio.
Just as important, the output stays consistent in both white and full-colour modes. Older COB lights often lost significant brightness the moment you moved into saturated colour. The Ray range holds its punch across the board, so a coloured wash or a gel look does not cost you the power you planned for.
How lux measures the light landing on your subject, per Lux, Wikipedia.
Serious studio power, up to 660W from the flagship Ray 660c
True-to-Life Colour with OmniColor
At the core of every amaran Ray fixture is OmniColor, a full-colour light engine that makes high colour fidelity easier to reach in a creator workflow. Building on amaran's earlier full-colour chipsets, OmniColor widens the red and blue ranges and adds an indigo emitter, which fills out the spectrum for a fuller, more balanced result. In practice that means what you see on set is closer to what you capture in camera, with less colour correction in the edit.
The numbers back it up. OmniColor achieves SSI scores of 87 measured against a tungsten reference and 80 against daylight, so both warm and cool looks render honestly. The full range covers 1800K deep warm amber to 20000K cool blue daylight, with full RGB colour on top, giving you creative white balance and saturated colour from a single fixture.
Why 1800K to 20000K spans warm amber to cool blue white, per Color temperature, Wikipedia.
How colour-accuracy metrics describe on-camera rendering, as documented by Color rendering index, Wikipedia.
The amaran Ray in action, with true-to-life colour on camera
Full Bowens Mount Compatibility
The Ray series delivers full Bowens mount compatibility in a lightweight, portable body. That matters because Bowens is the most common modifier mount in the industry, so every Ray light drops straight into softboxes, octaboxes, reflectors, snoots, and grids you may already own. You are not locked into a proprietary accessory system.
For creators who need flexibility without giving up performance, that compatibility is a practical advantage. Build a lighting kit around one mount standard, then move modifiers between your Ray lights as jobs change, from a compact 60c on location to a 660c anchoring a studio. amaran also offers a full ecosystem of modifiers built around the range, so you can shape the light exactly how a scene needs it.
Full Bowens mount compatibility with your existing modifiers
Built for Real-World Shooting
The Ray range is built to hold up outside the studio. Every model carries an IP54 weather-resistance rating, so light dust and splashes are not a problem on a location shoot. When you arrive, quick NFC pairing gets the light connected to the amaran app with a single tap, so you spend less time setting up and more time shooting.
On the fixture itself, the FlowTurn control knob makes hands-on adjustment fast and intuitive, letting you dial brightness and colour without hunting through menus. Together with the modifier ecosystem, it makes the Ray range as comfortable for run-and-gun mobile work as it is for a controlled studio setup.
Compact and light enough to work handheld
Compact Power in a Portable Body
The idea behind the Ray range is more power in less space. Each fixture is built to be light and easy to move, so a compact model can travel in a bag for run-and-gun work while a larger one anchors a fixed studio. That space-saving design means you spend less time wrestling with bulky gear and more time shooting, whether you are on location or working in a small home setup.
Because the whole range shares the same control approach and colour engine, stepping up or adding a second light does not mean relearning your workflow. You get familiar handling from the 60c through to the 660c, which keeps a growing kit simple to run on set and easy to expand as your projects get bigger.
amaran Ray 60c vs 120c vs 360c vs 660c
All four share OmniColor, the same 1800K to 20000K range, the same colour accuracy, and the Bowens mount. The difference is raw output, which decides the size of space and modifier each one suits.
| Feature | Ray 60c | Ray 120c | Ray 360c | Ray 660c |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max power | 60W | 120W | 360W | 660W |
| Max output at 1m (no accessory) | 3,910 lux | 6,850 lux | 17,130 lux | 38,500 lux |
| Colour temperature | 1800 to 20000K | 1800 to 20000K | 1800 to 20000K | 1800 to 20000K |
| SSI (tungsten) | 87 | 87 | 87 | 87 |
| SSI (daylight) | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Mount | Bowens | Bowens | Bowens | Bowens |
| Best for | Travel and fill | Mid-size key | Larger rooms | Full studio |
As specified by the manufacturer, amaran.
Pick the Ray 60c when portability matters most, for travel, fill, and small spaces. The 120c steps up to a solid mid-size key. The 360c is the workhorse for larger rooms and bigger modifiers, and the 660c is the flagship for full-scale studio and commercial work. Because they all share the same mount and colour engine, a multi-light kit behaves as one system: match colour once, then place each fixture for its strength.
About amaran
amaran is the creator-focused lighting line from Aputure, built to bring pro-grade output and colour accuracy to accessible, everyday kit. The Ray series carries amaran's OmniColor engine and the industry-standard Bowens mount, so it fits neatly into both new and existing setups. CameraStuff is an official amaran dealer in South Africa, so every Ray light comes as genuine, fully supported stock.
Shop the Aputure amaran rangeamaran Ray FAQs
Which amaran Ray model should I choose?
It comes down to output and space. The Ray 60c (60W) is the compact, portable pick for travel and fill. The 120c (120W) suits a mid-size key. The 360c (360W) handles larger rooms and bigger modifiers, and the 660c (660W) is the flagship for full studio and commercial work. All four share OmniColor, the 1800K to 20000K range, and a Bowens mount.
What is OmniColor?
OmniColor is amaran's full-colour light engine. It widens the red and blue ranges and adds an indigo emitter for a fuller, more balanced spectrum, achieving SSI scores of 87 against tungsten and 80 against daylight. The result is high colour accuracy, so what you see on set is closer to what you capture in camera.
Do amaran Ray lights use a Bowens mount?
Yes. Every Ray model has full Bowens mount compatibility, the most common modifier standard in the industry. That means they fit softboxes, octaboxes, reflectors, snoots, and grids you may already own, with no proprietary accessory system to buy into.
Do the Ray lights hold brightness in colour modes?
Yes. The Ray range delivers consistent output in both white and full-colour modes, so a saturated wash or gel look does not cost you the power you planned for, an area where previous-generation COB lights often fell short.
Are amaran Ray lights weather resistant?
Yes. Every Ray model carries an IP54 rating, which means it resists light dust and splashing water. That makes the range suited to outdoor and location work, not only a controlled studio, though it is not fully waterproof for heavy rain or submersion.
Where can I buy amaran lights in South Africa?
You can buy the amaran Ray range from CameraStuff, an official amaran dealer in South Africa. We offer 60-day returns, free delivery on orders over R1000, nationwide delivery, and a support team ready to help you pick the right model.
Conrad Knuist
Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist
Conrad Knuist is Head of Marketing and Photography Specialist at CameraStuff, South Africa's specialist camera and lighting retailer. With over 18 years of hands-on experience testing gear across portrait, event, and commercial photography, Conrad has personally handled hundreds of products, from entry-level speedlights to professional studio systems. He works directly with South African photographers and videographers to match the right tools to their work. Every review and recommendation he publishes is based on real-world use, not spec sheets.
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