Capture Lit Shots With 7 of the Best Flashlights & 5 Things to Consider
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Are you looking for a flashlight for your action camera or just a compact light for your regular camera? Then read along, and find the flashlight that fits your needs the best!
A flashlight is an excellent asset in your gearbox but far from the only one. Explore what else there is of essential camera equipment.
- Multiple mounting options – DSLR, GoPros and more
- Combination of 800 Lumen – 90+ CRI, 5700K Color Temperature
- WATERPROOF AND MILITARY-GRADE – including USB port
- 6 hours battery life – may vary based on usage
- waterproof to 33ft – built for real-life adventures
- 4 LEVELs OF BRIGHTNESS – from 20 to 200 lumens
- Compatible with most SLRs & GoPros – Sony, GoPro, Pentax, etc.
- Built-in lithium battery – use the Micro USB cable to charge
- 4 lighting modes – to fit in multiple environments
- smaller light – good for microscopic objects, stop motion, etc
- 360° full colorful gamut adjustment – dimm from 0-100%
- OLED HD display for accuracy – and easy mounting
- 81 Beads Fill Light with Softbox – CRI95 + 3200k-5600k
- Warm Light and White Light Adjustable – Built-in lithium battery
- 3 Cold Shoe Mount – connect multiple lights for brighter lighting
- 3 MODES OF LIGHT – Normal(HI) Power saving(LOW), Flash(SOS)
- waterproof down to（147ft）45 meters – incl. night use
- Fits multiple action cams – GoPro hero 10/9/8, DJI Osmo, etc.
- sturdy & lightweight body – with unique integrated technology
- 376 meter beam distance – maximum output of 1020 lumens
- 8 separate lighting modes – and friendly interface
7 of the best action camera flashlight
1. LitraTorch 2.0
- Multiple mounting options – DSLR, GoPros and more
- Combination of 800 Lumen – 90+ CRI, 5700K Color Temperature
- WATERPROOF AND MILITARY-GRADE – including USB port
Key features
- Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.5 x 1.6" / 3.8 x 3.8 x 4.1 cm
- Color Temperature: 5600K
- Lumens: 800
- Dimming: 13 - 100%
- Power Input: Micro USB
- Weight: 3.17 oz / 90 g
Compatibility
- Any device that fits the 1/4" -20 mount hole
- DSLR
- GoPro
Pros
- Solid heat sink
- Good mounting compatibilities
- Dimming
- USB charging
Cons
- Limited use time
2. GoPro Zeus Mini
- 6 hours battery life – may vary based on usage
- waterproof to 33ft – built for real-life adventures
- 4 LEVELs OF BRIGHTNESS – from 20 to 200 lumens
Key features
- Color Temperature: 5700K
- Lumens: 200
- Dimming: 4 brightness modes: 20-60-125-200 lumens
- Power Input: USB C
- Weight: 3.53 oz / 100 g
Compatibility
- GoPro
Pros
- Easily rechargeable
- Great lighting features
- Compact
Cons
- Only compatible with GoPro
3. Suptig Video Light
- Compatible with most SLRs & GoPros – Sony, GoPro, Pentax, etc.
- Built-in lithium battery – use the Micro USB cable to charge
- 4 lighting modes – to fit in multiple environments
Key features
- Dimensions: 4.33 x 3.93 x 2.16" / 11 x 10 x 5.5 cm
- Color Temperature: 5500K
- Dimming: 1-100%
- Power Input: USB
- Weight: 6.9 oz / 195 g
Compatibility
- GoPro
- Smartphones
- Action cameras
- DSLR
Pros
- Compatible with most cameras
- Multiple color lighting
- Waterproof up to 45m
Cons
- Slow charging
- Relatively heavy
4. Ulanzi L2 Cute Lite
- smaller light – good for microscopic objects, stop motion, etc
- 360° full colorful gamut adjustment – dimm from 0-100%
- OLED HD display for accuracy – and easy mounting
Key features
- Dimensions: 1.6 x 1.6 x 1.5" / 41 x 41 x 38 mm
- Color Temperature: 5500K
- Lumens: 800
- Dimming: Stepped
- Power Input: Integrated Battery
- Weight: 2.5 oz / 70 g
Compatibility
- 1/4 "-20 Female
- Cold Shoe
- Magnetic
Pros
- Waterproof down up to 30ft / 10m
- Cheap
- Accessories included
- Magnetic mounting possible
Cons
- Low battery life
- The light radius is small
5. VL-81 LED video light
- 81 Beads Fill Light with Softbox – CRI95 + 3200k-5600k
- Warm Light and White Light Adjustable – Built-in lithium battery
- 3 Cold Shoe Mount – connect multiple lights for brighter lighting
Key features
- Dimensions: 3.5 x 3 x 1" / 90 x 76 x 26 mm
- Color Temperature: 3200 to 5500K
- Lumens: 850
- Dimming: Yes
- Power Input: USB C
- Weight: 4.09 oz / 116 g
Compatibility
- GoPro
- SLRs
- Action cameras
Pros
- Affordable
- Compatible with many cameras
- Good color temperature
Cons
- Battery life
6. Suptig XShot Dimmable LED Video light
- 3 MODES OF LIGHT – Normal(HI) Power saving(LOW), Flash(SOS)
- waterproof down to（147ft）45 meters – incl. night use
- Fits multiple action cams – GoPro hero 10/9/8, DJI Osmo, etc.
Key features
- Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 1.5" / 7.6 x 7.6 x 3.8 cm
- Color Temperature: 5500K
- Lumens: 300
- Dimming: 3 modes: 10% - 60% or 100% brightness
- Power Input: USB
- Weight: 3.2 oz / 90.7 g
Compatibility
- GoPro
- SLRs
- Action cameras
Pros
- Waterproof
- Compatible with many cameras
- Compact
Cons
- Battery life
- Limited dimming modes
7. Nitecore EA 41
- sturdy & lightweight body – with unique integrated technology
- 376 meter beam distance – maximum output of 1020 lumens
- 8 separate lighting modes – and friendly interface
Key features
- Diameter 1.6" / 40.6mm
- Length: 4.6" / 117mm
- Color Temperature: 5600K
- Lumens: 1020
- Dimming: 13 - 100%
- Power Input: 4 X AA batteries
- Weight: 5.3 oz / 151 g
- Compatibility: Handheld
Pros
- High lumen output
- Different lighting modes
- Sturdy build
Cons
- No mount
5 things to consider in an action cam flashlight
1. Compatibility with your camera
The first thing you want to be sure of when looking at any piece of camera equipment is whether it's compatible with your camera or not.
It sucks to buy accessories that turn out useless for you because you didn't read the fine print in terms of compatibility.
While you might be able to attach your light to your camera through adapters, the easiest way is to buy a light that's naturally compatible with your camera.
Most lights have specific mounting capabilities that can be mounted on specific cameras. And if you own a popular camera like a GoPro, then chances are that most lights are compatible with it.
There are always more DIY-friendly methods such as gaffer tape or some homemade light mount if all else fails. But we do recommend that you just get a light that's actually compatible with your camera.
It makes it way easier for you in the long run.
2. Weight
The next thing you want to look out for is the weight of the light. Yes, your light might be compatible with your camera, but that also means that it'll be added weight for you to carry.
You should really think about how big you want your light to be and what you really need it for.
If you're walking around with your action camera on your head, you might not want a huge light attached that will injure your neck.
The same goes for using your action camera on a gimbal. You'll still have to carry all of the extra weight, and you have to think about whether it will be straining to walk around for a longer time.
If you're traveling around a lot, you also don't want to carry around a giant heavy light everywhere and have it take up half your luggage.
3. Battery life
The battery life is also a big deal and one of the most critical aspects of an action cam flashlight.
When looking for an action camera flashlight, you should consider your battery needs. Some lights only have around 2 hours worth of battery time, whereas some have a much longer one.
Are you planning on doing long shoots that take a couple of hours?
You should be sure that your light is up to the task.
You also have to consider whether you want a rechargeable light or a traditional battery-driven one.
If you have a rechargeable light, you'll have to take breaks whenever the battery is out. Still, you save on buying new batteries every so often.
With a battery-driven flashlight, you can simply change the batteries and keep working without much time lost. Battery-driven is definitely better for longer shoots.
4. Weather sealing
If you have an action camera, you already know about weather sealing. Your bought an action camera to get a sturdy cam that can handle a bit of everything, and so should your flashlight.
The best flashlight in an action camera is one that has proper weather sealing.
For example, suppose you're using your GoPro or action camera to go diving. In that case, you have to be sure that your action camera flashlight is also waterproof.
Flashlights are only waterproof down to a specific depth, so make sure that your light can handle the depths you're going to.
5. Beam strength
Last but not least, you should consider the beam strength and lumens of the flashlight.
The beam strength is determined by the lumens. The higher the lumens are, the stronger the beam strength is.
If you're mainly using your action cam in darker areas, such as diving or cycling in very wooded areas, consider getting a flashlight with high lumens capabilities.
You should also look at the size of the flashlight itself and the beam it'll project.
Most action cam flashlights are relatively small in size, affecting the radius they will light up.
So try to research how large the light beam area will be, and see if it fits your needs.
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FAQ
What is the best action camera flashlight?
LitraTorch 2.0
