![]() The LED is advertised as an XM-L2 T6, which is a product name of a Cree LED. There is a single reverse clicky switch on the tail of the light. Unfortunately the zoom mechanism is quite loose and can annoyingly slide during light painting. The zoom mechanism can be moved in-out with one hand, and is fairly smooth. ![]() ![]() This is due to around 50% of lumens being lost within the head of an aspheric light when it is zoomed. Aspheric lenses are not as good as TIR lenses as found on more expensive Coast, Ledlenser, and Walther Pro zoom flashlights. ConstructionĪs with most cheap zoom lights, this light has an aspheric lens. I have even seen a claim of 100,000 lumens, and multiple examples of retailers claiming it to be “the world’s brightest flashlight”, “military grade”, and “so bright it might be banned”. This one is claimed to have 1600 lumens, with sellers typically claiming 1200 to 3000 lumens for this 18650 or 3xAAA powered light. Prices range from US$2 through to more than US$50. It is available through Amazon, eBay, various Chinese electronics retailers, some bricks and mortar stores, and even some home shopping channels. This model is easily identified by the zoom markings on the head. There are many cheap zoom lights available, and the one chosen for this review is produced by a Chinese OEM manufacturer, and is available under lots of different brand names (half of which end with “fire” or “tac”). There is no question that it is possible to light paint with very cheap flashlights, but how do these cheap zoom lights compete with higher quality budget flashlights when it comes to value for money? Whether we like to admit it or not, many light painters have purchased cheap zoom lights at some point, before we knew any better.
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