Nanlux Matrix 2500C debuts with 20,000K range for virtual production

At the Cine Gear Expo 2026, Nanlux demonstrated the scalability of the new architecture by showcasing the Matrix 10000, a high-output array composed of four Matrix 2500 units. According to technical briefings on-site (per Newsshooter, June 2026), the system was developed after industry feedback indicated that large-scale LED arrays often suffered from heat build-up that 'cooked' upper fixtures in a rig. The new front-to-back cooling design is specifically engineered to eliminate this thermal interference when units are stacked. The Matrix 2500C is reported to output approximately 30% less than its bi-color sibling, the 2500B, when operating in white-light modes, but its full-color capabilities are necessary for advanced XY coordinate and gel matching required in modern pipelines.

Market competition in the high-output LED segment has intensified as specialized manufacturers target the 'hard light' niche traditionally held by HMI systems. Related reporting indicates that Nanlux is pricing the Matrix 2500C at $7,280 for the standard kit, positioning it aggressively against competitors like the Aputure Electro Storm series (per British Cinematographer, May 2026). The Matrix series also introduces a new accessory interface with electronic contacts that recognize attached modifiers, such as the FL-MT25 motorized Fresnel lens, allowing for remote beam angle adjustments between 16 and 48 degrees.

Broader industry data suggests the high-end lighting market is projected to grow from $22.75 billion in 2026 to over $42 billion by 2034 (per Fortune Business Insights, 2026). This growth is driven by the rapid adoption of LED and smart lighting in commercial production and luxury real estate. Nanlux's emphasis on IP66 weatherproofing and modular synchronization aligns with a trend where lighting is increasingly viewed as an integrated, infrastructure-level component of the production environment rather than a standalone tool.