UFOrb
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Hi, I'm sure this kind of topic has been covered before but I'm basically hoping for some feedback on an entry-level video light set up, using the cold shoe of my Canon housing (for G7X MkII).
After some research I recently bought a Fantasea Radiant 1000x video & dive light which is small and light-weight with adjustable light settings, including a red light. Max output is 1000lm (hence the name) and it came with 2x 18650 Li-ion batteries (60min burn time @ max) - 120 degree beam. I realise I'm not going to light up a reef but the idea (whilst keeping costs down to an acceptable level) is to bring out colours for close up / macro (as well as under ledges / in caves etc.) video clips and as a focus light for stills.
I've since become aware of BigBlue Black Molly II for a little more ££ : 1800lm with various light settings, including both cool white & warm white - also 120 degree beam. A little larger than the Radiant but still compact & light-weight. 2 hours burn time on max power (1x 26650 battery included) so saves changing battery between dives (assuming only 2 dives per day).
My question is; how much difference would the extra 800lm make? Should I go through the hassle & some expense of returning the Radiant in favour of the Black Molly?
I should add that (so far) I stick to tropical waters as a rec. holiday diver.
Thanks in advance for any input!
After some research I recently bought a Fantasea Radiant 1000x video & dive light which is small and light-weight with adjustable light settings, including a red light. Max output is 1000lm (hence the name) and it came with 2x 18650 Li-ion batteries (60min burn time @ max) - 120 degree beam. I realise I'm not going to light up a reef but the idea (whilst keeping costs down to an acceptable level) is to bring out colours for close up / macro (as well as under ledges / in caves etc.) video clips and as a focus light for stills.
I've since become aware of BigBlue Black Molly II for a little more ££ : 1800lm with various light settings, including both cool white & warm white - also 120 degree beam. A little larger than the Radiant but still compact & light-weight. 2 hours burn time on max power (1x 26650 battery included) so saves changing battery between dives (assuming only 2 dives per day).
My question is; how much difference would the extra 800lm make? Should I go through the hassle & some expense of returning the Radiant in favour of the Black Molly?
I should add that (so far) I stick to tropical waters as a rec. holiday diver.
Thanks in advance for any input!
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