Recommendations for a Bright, Small and Cheap Torch - Mainly for Photography Use

wittyusername on 15/09/2020 - 08:28

Hi all,

I know this site is full of torch and fla/eshlight enthusiasts, so wondering if anyone can recommend me a cheap torch I can use for photography?

I'm looking for something quite bright, that can light up the foreground during nightscapes.

Since I'm a pretty casual photographer, I'm not looking to spend heaps.

Electrical & Electronics Torch

Comments

  • Xistn on 15/09/2020 - 08:53

    Neewer Pro MFL-06 On-Camera Video Light found on ebay I think i paid like $40ish for it. does very very well.

    • wittyusername on 15/09/2020 - 09:13
      -1

      Cheers - was after something a bit more high lumen so i can light up rocks etc from 100 m away.

      • Xistn on 15/09/2020 - 09:16

        mini cree Q5 led torch then, has adjustable zoom and they're cheap

        • dust on 15/09/2020 - 09:33

          Not sure that would be bright enough to light up rocks 100m away.

          What's your budget? Have a look at the Sofirn BLF SP36.

          • wittyusername on 15/09/2020 - 09:53

            @dust: Cheers - probably <$100 is around the budget.

            That looks good!

            • dust on 15/09/2020 - 09:55
              +1

              @wittyusername: Sofirn is a fantastic price to quality torch.

              They do use 18650s so if you don't have batteries or chargers you will need to spend a bit more to invest in it.

              Lithium batteries are definitely worth it though for flashlights.

              • oweban on 15/09/2020 - 19:06

                @dust: Jumping in to note that that SP36 kit comes with the batteries needed, and can charge internally :)

                There's more stock on its way to AmazonAU warehouses as we speak, should only be a few weeks. Unsure if I'll have another deal at that point, but if I do, it'll get posted.

  • Presence on 15/09/2020 - 09:34

    Armytek Elf C2.

    USB rechargeable. Removable battery. Different colours available. Can change brightness.

  • abb on 15/09/2020 - 10:08
    +1

    For photography make sure the LEDs are "High CRI" (Colour Rendering Index). Otherwise you risk having poor colour reproduction in your pictures.

    • wittyusername on 15/09/2020 - 10:41

      thank-you, had no idea this was a thing!

  • brendanm on 15/09/2020 - 10:19

    Have you done ant light painting yet? I'd be keen to see your stuff if you have, I tried it once buy wasn't very successful.

    • wittyusername on 15/09/2020 - 10:42

      Not yet, I don't really like the style! I've just got my new sony from a recent deal and trying out some astro shots before the season ends!

  • niknah on 15/09/2020 - 12:05
    +1

    I am using a Convoy S2+, it'll definitely light up for 100m and more. $17-$25.

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