I haven't really seen or heard of these lights anywhere else but they are real cool I like the flushable firmware I don't know that I'd ever use it but cool and insane power
Fantastic video. Wonder why I didn't run into this channel sooner. As a regular DT8 user (I love it so much I bought 4) I have something to say: For some specific users, DT8 might just be the perfect practical EDC light. 1, It has the best-in-class portability. I ordered all my DT8s with the optional clip (just a standard flashlight clip), so I can clip the light to my belt on my side waist. When carried this way, the rectangular head design allows it to be just as "stealthy" as a D4v2, even with double the LEDs and much bigger heat fins. Even in summer, one layer of T-shirt is more than enough to conceal it, none of my friends ever knew I carried a flashlight with me until I take it out and lit it. 2, I believe it has the best-in-class sustained brightness. With proper temp config and starting step, DT8 can stay well above 1000 lm from start to finish, which is kinda crazy for an 18650 light that carries like a D4v2 and weights only 100g. I totally agree with you that it's not for long-time use. It drains its battery like nothing else. I believe it's designed for people who wants/needs an EDC-able light capable of occasional high output.
The work you put into these are amazing. You convey all the information you could want to know without it being overwhelming. What a great in depth look. This is by far the best review of this light in particular as well as all the other lights you cover. Keep grinding, your work ethic and commitment will not go unnoticed.
Man this light looks insane! I really like how you overlaid the multicolor text for the AUX LED Drain shot that looked really cool! Great video as always, keep up the good work!
Although I usually have no idea what all the technological stuff means, I loved the video. Especially the intro. 💯 I can't believe such a tiny light can be that bright. Crazy.
I’m fairly new to the world of these types of light. I still can’t believe there’s flashlights that can hurt you. Never thought I would ever hear “be careful” during any flashlight review. This light looks awesome. It’s going to be my next.
They are truly beautiful, and the output is insane, but they are kind of ' Gucchi ' lights, only for special occasions and kept with the care you give your children.
Today got mine dt8 after 4 years of positive experience with d4 (although with upgraded driver). Amazing power :) But what i really like is level of sustainable brightness. Nice job done by Hank!
Excellent video. Somehow your videos pop up in my feed almost as soon as I buy a given Hank light. It's not a bad thing. Last time it was the 4DSV2 that I ordered from Jackson, and today it's the DT8 coming directly from Hank. I opted for W2 emitters, as I do with most of my Hank lights. Starting to think that I'm a boring man. I did stray a bit and buy a D4V2 with 5700K 519A. A bit too floody for me at first; changed the optic to a more focused model and like the light a lot more. The tint isn't too rosy, either. It seems like the bulk of the community prefers a rosy tint. I work with lights and look at rosy all day long, every day. Last thing I want when I'm not working is rosy. So, I'm the guy who'd order 6500K SST-20. An alternate perspective. :)
Such professional review style! I have watched many flashlight reviewers on UA-cam and I must say that you are spectacular! I have just hit the Subscribe button
One interesting plus vs. the wide flat head shape is, If carried in a small holster on the belt, it will sit flush against your body as opposed to sticking out like the head on a large thrower. Yet you still get crazy performance. I'm all in on this one.
I know nothing about lights I'm interested and dude your videos are incredible though a lot goes over my head your videography and commentary are phenomenal. If the makers aren't providing you their products for free and paying you for these amazing commercials it's a shame.
@@MTNManReviews Yeah literally two D4V2s in one host. Since the dual-channel driver has FET on CH1, you could spec a light with W2 or XP-L on one channel that would have all the pwoer of the standard D4, and then 219b or E21A on CH2. I was thinking if I got W2/219b SW30, it would replace both of my DT8s in one go, which would be amazing
@@LuxWad I like that!! Waiting on the DT8 for sure.. I feel like this is the largest change in flashlight technology since they started putting LEDs in a host! And yes, W2/219b SW30 would be a great setup!
CORRECTION: At 3:58 The LEDs in the grey light are Osram CSLPM1, not CULPM1 - The U (boost) version of this LED has a larger thermal pad; it does not make a difference in the case of this light, both produce identical beams.
Yep, giving the impression that cells “pump out 25 amps” and some other misconceptions is a bit misleading. The 25a referenced with regards to the molicell is simply a constant discharge rate, ie: the cell can have 25a drawn from it without suffering a catastrophic event. If a regulation board is drawing current form a cell then that current is constant regardless of the cell itself. The only difference would be that a cell with a higher constant discharge rating may suffer with less battery sag and therefore run at a higher voltage than one with a lower constant discharge rating, thus providing longer run times and/or performance. The higher the constant discharge rating the better is the general rule, but not because the cells are somehow magically different, just they’ll suffer less sag, run longer and hopefully not go into thermal runaway 😂.
Amazing review as usual Lux! Question, you said that you were using a Molicell P26 25A but all I can find online is that the P26A has 35A. Was that an error or is their actually two variations of the P26A?
Thanks! The P26A is capable of 35A pulses, but 25A is the maximum constant current that the cell can provide. The FET can't really force more out of the cell than its highest constant current capability
love the reviews bro ur channel is so underrated the amount of work you do this will be a huge channel soon best quality videos on lights on youtube you should add a donation button to ur channel i would send you some $ support 100%
it would be pretty easy to create a cover for it out of a cheap flashlight body so you don't burn your hands. pressing the button might be a bit difficult to cover but it's possible.
I might buy one just for the uniqueness but I don't see it being much more useful then my pile of D4V2s 😂. Hank's lights are so neat I find myself wanting them all in every emitter option 🤪. Just got a KR4 with the 9amp driver and 219b's and a Brass D4V2 to match it. I noticed they came running the fetless firmware but I wonder if the 50% fet would be fine for the 219b's 🤔
If you're collecting Hank's lights, then a DT8 is a worthy addition, but yeah I can't imagine that it's more practical than a D4V2.... I'd argue it's even more fun though! I was under the impression the 219b lights can run the 50% firmware even in the smaller sizes, but perhaps not. I don't have any to experiment with unfortunately
@@LuxWad I've tried the 50% fet builds and the only thing I noticed was the lights got hot faster so without the testing equipment IDK what the output difference would be.
Very handy review, thanks. I see though that the DT8, as well as other flashlights by Emisar, don't have a charging port. It's a shame, and I feel like it's kind of a deal breaker at this price point, unless it's a diving flashlight..
Glad you liked the review! These lights are very targeted towards enthusiats, who generally don't like charging ports and have tons of extra batteries - I personally prefer my lights to not have ports, as it adds size and unneccessary complexity, and is a major failure point. That said, the Noctigon K1 and K9.3 from Hank do have USB-C ports on their 21700 battery tubes. This has actually been removed from the soon-to-be-released Emisar DM11, so Hank must not find the port particularly valuable. If you do really like these lights but want a charging port, the FireFlies E07x Pro has very similar features and USB-C charging. It's about the same price as the DT8, uses a better driver, but is slightly larger with a 21700 and 7 LEDs. I'll review one eventually
@@LuxWad Thanks for the info! Pardon my noobness, is the failure point of the charging port around waterproofing, or something else? I'm looking for a decently strong flashlight that I could also mount on my motorcycle as an aux, which is why I feel like a port is important.. :) (Flashlights that I encountered so far that look like they may fit the bill for me are wurkkos TS21 for a smaller one, or maybe Sofirn SP36 pro)
It's mainly due to waterproofing yes. In general lights with charging ports are less impact resistant too, but that depends on the light. The TS21 is very good, but it can only sustain about 140 lumens or so which may not be enough for you. The Sofirn is very good as well, what size and features are you looking for? I do think the FireFlies E07x or E12R would be very good options.
@@LuxWad Not sure about the features, aside from being able to switch on to a very low light so I don't get blinded. I dp like a magnetic tail cap and a spinning head like on Nicron flashlights, but that doesn't come often :) Where do you get a FireFlies E07x? Don't seem to find them for sale..
Fireflies is available at Jackson Lee's store, which the only place I would recommend buying them as unfortunately they have a poor reputation for customer service. I think the E07x is out of stock right now due to the chip shortage, since they use more sophisticated drivers components have been difficult to source. If you can't get a hold of one, the Noctigon K9.3 is very good too. You could look at the SP36 BLF for something less expensive. The Sofirn IF25A is excellent as well
Hey what video editing software are you using? Very impressive video :) I have an iPad Pro and want to get a decent program to edit videos for youtube. Any suggestions?
I edit these videos in Adobe Premiere Pro. I don't know what is available for iPad (I think the mobile version of Premiere is pretty good), but if you have a computer I would recommend DaVinci Resolve, which I also use and is available for free. The description of every video has the software and equipment used as well :)
Eventually I'll get to it, I'd like to cover all of Hank's lights since there aren't too many models. The reviews take a lot of time though so it will probably be a while before I get to the D18
That would be really nice. I'm considering something similar, with Ch1 W2 and Ch2 Sw30, which should replace both of these lights in one. An E21a ramping version would be great too
very, very good video and cool shots .. does the DT8 with the W2 LED have a cyan or cold white switch? I like both DT8 combination nations very much. sorry for my english i'm from germany;) LG
Normal people: only concentrated sunlight will set things on fire Crazy engineers: look at this super high power laser pointer, it'll set things on fire Even crazier engineers: look at this FLASHLIGHT, it'll set things on fire
I believe the CREE Xpl-hi is more efficient lumen/watt, but I can't properly verify that as Osram doesn't explicitly state those values in their data sheet. The Xpls won't get as hot at the same level though
I’m playing around with my d4v2 right now and I cannot for the life of me get my aux leds to that amber color. is that an updated aux led set or an andruil 2 thing?
It's hard to quantify, it's smaller overall but the large head is still more awkward, I think the D4v2 is much more pocketable than the dt8 with either tube
Is the weight 100g without the battery? It’s a pretty cool looking light. I would like to try it for work. The square head may be convenient to place on surfaces and it could be a nice floody light.
Hopefully soon, though admittedly if I can only get one I *might* go for XPL-Hi instead... it's a hard choice! I've also heard rumors of a tint-ramping D4S coming up soon, I'll see if that's true because I may wait until that is released if so. Either way, there WILL be a D4S video coming :)
@@LuxWad Awesome! Tint ramping would be pretty darned cool, for sure. Out of curiosity, what characteristics about the XPL-Hi would you prefer over the W2?
@@LuxWad I'd imagine the D4SV2 goes the opposite direction of the DT8 with a chunkier body for dealing with heat, so considering your remarks on the XPL-Hi's efficiency that might be one of the most "practical" results, at least for as practical as these flashlights can be. Or you could get a UV mule instead for something even less practical (but definitely fun) :D (KR4 E21A 2700K, D4SV2 W2, and D4V2 3 watt UV mule here, from most commonly used to most fun. I'd have gotten the UV mule in the KR4 form factor, but I wanted a lighted button since there's no aux LEDs.)
@@ayokay123 The XPL-His provide better color rendering compared to the Osrams (even with the same or slightly higher CRI), and more neutral tint, where the W2s are just a bit greenish. The CREEs are slightly more efficient and produce less heat. I did talk to Jackson and he said the tint-ramping D4S is coming soon, but he really wants to send a W2 model. I'm not 100% sure yet what I'm going to review, potentially review the W2 and do a short video on the tint-ramping lights but we'll see. Since Osram only makes the W2 (CULPM1.TG) in cool white or colored varieties, a tint-ramping light couldn't really use those emitters, unless you just wanted something super weird I guess
@@digitalcircuit I see the D4SV2 as the most practical light Hank makes right now, so the yeah CREEs seem like a very good match in that regard. I do think the W2s would be great as well, and everybody raves about the beam with that emitter/optic combo, so I do want to try it out and see what the hype is all about. A UV mule would definitely be awesome to try out sometime!
Don't you think with the simple UI and disabling of Turbo that this would be a more useful general purpose light that's useful to a lot of people, and so less niche? And then when you rarely want/need the extra power, you can always enable Turbo (and/or the advanced AI?) again.
Not really, it's still expensive and isn't super efficient, I think the D4V2 would be better practically speaking. The D4SV2 and E07 are both better I think, they're much less niche in their usability while having all the enthusiast features. Compared to those, the main reason to get the DT8 is for the crazy turbo and weird design. That's just my opinion though :)
@@LuxWad Oh I'd have thought the efficiency is down to the LED type, not to the flashlight. Doesn't the D4SV2 (which I was also thinking of buying) have the same UI, and also a Turbo mode? Any idea of the max lumens on both these devices assuming they both use the Cree XP-L HI LED? I love the shape on the DT8 (it doesn't roll), so I was hoping to buy this one instead of the D4SV2...
I don't know exactly which 219bs are being used here, there's some conflicting info. To my eyes, it's rosier than any other LEDs I have, but isn't too pink. The SW45(k?) LEDs are rosier than the SW35 here, which are very neutral
I'm getting a "New DT8 with tint ramping and channel switching" from Hank. Any suggestions on the LED config for the 2 channels? I'm a bit baffled... :(
I would recommend something super bright and throwier for one channel, specifically the W1, W2, or XP-L Hi. For the second channel I would go with the Nichia 219b for a floody and high-CRI option. The LH351D would be a good option as well, super floody and very bright.
I want to order a NEW DT8 WITH TINT RAMPING AND CHANNEL SWITCHING. One channel with a very tight hotspot for throw and the other channel with extreme flood. I like the cooler colors for flashlights vs warm. Can you please tell me which led to select I am so lost
@LuxWad definitely a huge help. Just placed my first order. Got me a copper D4V2 with 519a's. Can't wait to play with it! I found emisar through your videos, so you're definitely doing something right man.
Sorry I don't really understand the question, are you looking for the E21A light with the lowest output? In that case it would be the D4V2, since it has only half the LEDs and is much more pocketable than the DT8. Both are extremely low though, it doesn't make much difference
@@LuxWad yeah , sorry I mis stated my question. I was referring to the driver's but think the standard one is what I am looking for for the lowest moonlight. Just want an extremely warm light with a 1000 lumens is good. My collection keeps growing lol.the dt8 is tempting for the extra power though too.
Oh okay. For the E21A lights, the driver is actually the same between the two, just with a higher maximum regulated level, so the current on the lowest level will be the same. The DT8 will technically be brighter simply because it has twice as many LEDs, but practically speaking the difference is negligible. That being said, the D4V2 is the better E21A light in my opinion, since it's better for EDC and it still produces 1,000 lumens. If you go for the DT8, I'd recommend a different LED to get more power.
Great review. The look is awes, but the design stinks. The graph shows the emitters in that configuration, being just as uncomfortable as humans in packed in an elevator.
Anytime I hear "Anduril" UI mentioned in a flashlight review I immediately lose interest, close the window and vow to never buy the light. I don't need to tweak every god damn bit of my flashlight's usage. JFC.
😂 "Muggle" is a term From Harry Potter that refers to someone who is not magical. It's a joke referring to people who are not familiar with Anduril. There is no hate involved, but if it makes you feel better, "Muggle Mode" has since been renamed "Simple UI"
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The B roll for these videos is an absolute masterclass.
If you mean the beam shots, that's the A roll lol
You really are making the best light reviews on UA-cam. It’s not even close. Thank you!
Yep I'm super new to lights but the other reviews I've seen are all Shabums compared to this cat.
I haven't really seen or heard of these lights anywhere else but they are real cool I like the flushable firmware I don't know that I'd ever use it but cool and insane power
Fantastic video. Wonder why I didn't run into this channel sooner.
As a regular DT8 user (I love it so much I bought 4) I have something to say: For some specific users, DT8 might just be the perfect practical EDC light.
1, It has the best-in-class portability. I ordered all my DT8s with the optional clip (just a standard flashlight clip), so I can clip the light to my belt on my side waist. When carried this way, the rectangular head design allows it to be just as "stealthy" as a D4v2, even with double the LEDs and much bigger heat fins. Even in summer, one layer of T-shirt is more than enough to conceal it, none of my friends ever knew I carried a flashlight with me until I take it out and lit it.
2, I believe it has the best-in-class sustained brightness. With proper temp config and starting step, DT8 can stay well above 1000 lm from start to finish, which is kinda crazy for an 18650 light that carries like a D4v2 and weights only 100g.
I totally agree with you that it's not for long-time use. It drains its battery like nothing else. I believe it's designed for people who wants/needs an EDC-able light capable of occasional high output.
The work you put into these are amazing. You convey all the information you could want to know without it being overwhelming. What a great in depth look. This is by far the best review of this light in particular as well as all the other lights you cover. Keep grinding, your work ethic and commitment will not go unnoticed.
When the Lux drops a new wad 😩
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Man this light looks insane! I really like how you overlaid the multicolor text for the AUX LED Drain shot that looked really cool! Great video as always, keep up the good work!
Although I usually have no idea what all the technological stuff means, I loved the video. Especially the intro. 💯 I can't believe such a tiny light can be that bright. Crazy.
I really enjoy your reviews, they are very thorough will beautiful b roll.
Thanks!
Thanks for the candela measurement, I didn't think the osrams would make that big a difference
I’m fairly new to the world of these types of light. I still can’t believe there’s flashlights that can hurt you. Never thought I would ever hear “be careful” during any flashlight review. This light looks awesome. It’s going to be my next.
😂 Welcome to the madness
@@LuxWad haha thanks 👊
They are truly beautiful, and the output is insane, but they are kind of ' Gucchi ' lights, only for special occasions and kept with the care you give your children.
You deserve more subscribers...top tier stuff here man keep it up!
Today got mine dt8 after 4 years of positive experience with d4 (although with upgraded driver). Amazing power :) But what i really like is level of sustainable brightness. Nice job done by Hank!
Excellent video. Somehow your videos pop up in my feed almost as soon as I buy a given Hank light. It's not a bad thing. Last time it was the 4DSV2 that I ordered from Jackson, and today it's the DT8 coming directly from Hank. I opted for W2 emitters, as I do with most of my Hank lights. Starting to think that I'm a boring man. I did stray a bit and buy a D4V2 with 5700K 519A. A bit too floody for me at first; changed the optic to a more focused model and like the light a lot more. The tint isn't too rosy, either.
It seems like the bulk of the community prefers a rosy tint. I work with lights and look at rosy all day long, every day. Last thing I want when I'm not working is rosy. So, I'm the guy who'd order 6500K SST-20. An alternate perspective. :)
Your production quality alone is some of the best I have ever seen on UA-cam.
Wow! This video is beautifully edited, It's better than most brands can make
Like usual. Your review is very professional and still impressed me !
You make the most amazing flashlight videos ever! Don’t stop!
Been waiting for this one!
Amazing cinematography, very well done
You, sir, have deserved yourself a new subscriber! 👏
Dude the QUALITY of your videos!
Such professional review style! I have watched many flashlight reviewers on UA-cam and I must say that you are spectacular! I have just hit the Subscribe button
Glad you are liking the videos!
We gotta get this guy some more subs. He deserves it with such quality videos and Thorough review.
One interesting plus vs. the wide flat head shape is,
If carried in a small holster on the belt, it will sit flush against your body as opposed to sticking out like the head on a large thrower. Yet you still get crazy performance.
I'm all in on this one.
Nice work champ now we have a decent review of this fantastic little hotrod light mine is swk45
Damn the video quality here is amazing
Another EXCELLENT review! Let's see what you can review next 😏 🤙
Phenomenal review dude, really impressive technical detail which I love 👍
wow! this is the most enjoyable flashlight review I've ever seen.
I know nothing about lights I'm interested and dude your videos are incredible though a lot goes over my head your videography and commentary are phenomenal. If the makers aren't providing you their products for free and paying you for these amazing commercials it's a shame.
Your reviews are so well done and professional. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to future content. 👍🏽
Dang, I really want one.... Excellent review!
Informative and a very well done review, thanks!
Amazing thing. Looks innovative like old Skilhunt Night Owl. It was so unusual design in 2011 ))
Looking forward to this one in Tint Ramping, also!
A tint-ramping version of this light would be amazing!
@@LuxWad wouldn't 50% of its emitters (the 4 led) on Turbo be equivalent to a D4V2? If so....truly two lights in one.
@@MTNManReviews Yeah literally two D4V2s in one host. Since the dual-channel driver has FET on CH1, you could spec a light with W2 or XP-L on one channel that would have all the pwoer of the standard D4, and then 219b or E21A on CH2.
I was thinking if I got W2/219b SW30, it would replace both of my DT8s in one go, which would be amazing
@@LuxWad I like that!! Waiting on the DT8 for sure.. I feel like this is the largest change in flashlight technology since they started putting LEDs in a host!
And yes, W2/219b SW30 would be a great setup!
GOATed channel
nice job! well done! enjoy your reviews and editing! also kick ass music. I make music myself and its great to see other youtube reviewers doing that!
Haha thanks, I'm really glad to hear you like the music :)
CORRECTION: At 3:58 The LEDs in the grey light are Osram CSLPM1, not CULPM1 - The U (boost) version of this LED has a larger thermal pad; it does not make a difference in the case of this light, both produce identical beams.
@@crc9564 PM1 (W2) - the NM1 (W1) are smaller and throwier, and have less output
Great video!
As as suggestion: It would be great if you made a video about battery safety procedures :)
Thanks for the suggestion, eventually I'll make a series of videos on batteries :)
@@LuxWad Thanks, that would be great!
Yep, giving the impression that cells “pump out 25 amps” and some other misconceptions is a bit misleading. The 25a referenced with regards to the molicell is simply a constant discharge rate, ie: the cell can have 25a drawn from it without suffering a catastrophic event. If a regulation board is drawing current form a cell then that current is constant regardless of the cell itself. The only difference would be that a cell with a higher constant discharge rating may suffer with less battery sag and therefore run at a higher voltage than one with a lower constant discharge rating, thus providing longer run times and/or performance. The higher the constant discharge rating the better is the general rule, but not because the cells are somehow magically different, just they’ll suffer less sag, run longer and hopefully not go into thermal runaway 😂.
Wow your videos are exceptional.
Its a nice toy, but at this point I kind of miss the simplicity of incandescent flashlights.
Yeah... This one is a bit much 😂
I have enough lights, this seems indeed as a fun light! Looks like a lighted hammer… HAMMER!
🍿 time!
Trying to choose between this and the D18 😅 I have a lot of 18650s
Amazing review as usual Lux! Question, you said that you were using a Molicell P26 25A but all I can find online is that the P26A has 35A. Was that an error or is their actually two variations of the P26A?
Thanks! The P26A is capable of 35A pulses, but 25A is the maximum constant current that the cell can provide. The FET can't really force more out of the cell than its highest constant current capability
love the reviews bro ur channel is so underrated the amount of work you do this will be a huge channel soon best quality videos on lights on youtube you should add a donation button to ur channel i would send you some $ support 100%
it would be pretty easy to create a cover for it out of a cheap flashlight body so you don't burn your hands. pressing the button might be a bit difficult to cover but it's possible.
The Samsung emitters are very nice. I hope Hank decides to carry them eventually.
I just hate the super green tint on them
You mention the battery safety, maybe this could also be a topic for a separate video with some tips for handling unprotected high power cells
Yeah eventually I plan to do that, I want to do a series of different videos on batteries, probably a while from now though
I might buy one just for the uniqueness but I don't see it being much more useful then my pile of D4V2s 😂. Hank's lights are so neat I find myself wanting them all in every emitter option 🤪.
Just got a KR4 with the 9amp driver and 219b's and a Brass D4V2 to match it. I noticed they came running the fetless firmware but I wonder if the 50% fet would be fine for the 219b's 🤔
If you're collecting Hank's lights, then a DT8 is a worthy addition, but yeah I can't imagine that it's more practical than a D4V2.... I'd argue it's even more fun though!
I was under the impression the 219b lights can run the 50% firmware even in the smaller sizes, but perhaps not. I don't have any to experiment with unfortunately
@@LuxWad I've tried the 50% fet builds and the only thing I noticed was the lights got hot faster so without the testing equipment IDK what the output difference would be.
Very handy review, thanks. I see though that the DT8, as well as other flashlights by Emisar, don't have a charging port. It's a shame, and I feel like it's kind of a deal breaker at this price point, unless it's a diving flashlight..
Glad you liked the review! These lights are very targeted towards enthusiats, who generally don't like charging ports and have tons of extra batteries - I personally prefer my lights to not have ports, as it adds size and unneccessary complexity, and is a major failure point.
That said, the Noctigon K1 and K9.3 from Hank do have USB-C ports on their 21700 battery tubes. This has actually been removed from the soon-to-be-released Emisar DM11, so Hank must not find the port particularly valuable.
If you do really like these lights but want a charging port, the FireFlies E07x Pro has very similar features and USB-C charging. It's about the same price as the DT8, uses a better driver, but is slightly larger with a 21700 and 7 LEDs. I'll review one eventually
@@LuxWad Thanks for the info!
Pardon my noobness, is the failure point of the charging port around waterproofing, or something else?
I'm looking for a decently strong flashlight that I could also mount on my motorcycle as an aux, which is why I feel like a port is important.. :)
(Flashlights that I encountered so far that look like they may fit the bill for me are wurkkos TS21 for a smaller one, or maybe Sofirn SP36 pro)
It's mainly due to waterproofing yes. In general lights with charging ports are less impact resistant too, but that depends on the light.
The TS21 is very good, but it can only sustain about 140 lumens or so which may not be enough for you. The Sofirn is very good as well, what size and features are you looking for? I do think the FireFlies E07x or E12R would be very good options.
@@LuxWad Not sure about the features, aside from being able to switch on to a very low light so I don't get blinded. I dp like a magnetic tail cap and a spinning head like on Nicron flashlights, but that doesn't come often :)
Where do you get a FireFlies E07x? Don't seem to find them for sale..
Fireflies is available at Jackson Lee's store, which the only place I would recommend buying them as unfortunately they have a poor reputation for customer service. I think the E07x is out of stock right now due to the chip shortage, since they use more sophisticated drivers components have been difficult to source.
If you can't get a hold of one, the Noctigon K9.3 is very good too. You could look at the SP36 BLF for something less expensive. The Sofirn IF25A is excellent as well
Hey what video editing software are you using? Very impressive video :) I have an iPad Pro and want to get a decent program to edit videos for youtube. Any suggestions?
I edit these videos in Adobe Premiere Pro. I don't know what is available for iPad (I think the mobile version of Premiere is pretty good), but if you have a computer I would recommend DaVinci Resolve, which I also use and is available for free.
The description of every video has the software and equipment used as well :)
Great videos. Can you do a D18 review?
Eventually I'll get to it, I'd like to cover all of Hank's lights since there aren't too many models. The reviews take a lot of time though so it will probably be a while before I get to the D18
with the release of tint ramping DT8's I'm thinking of getting a channel 1 w1 and channel 2 sw27k/sw45k
That would be really nice. I'm considering something similar, with Ch1 W2 and Ch2 Sw30, which should replace both of these lights in one. An E21a ramping version would be great too
very, very good video and cool shots .. does the DT8 with the W2 LED have a cyan or cold white switch? I like both DT8 combination nations very much. sorry for my english i'm from germany;)
LG
Your English is great :) The W2 light has a cyan switch, the 219b light has a warm white switch.
i want one for bragging rights over my managers olights ngl
This is a good light for that 😂
Normal people: only concentrated sunlight will set things on fire
Crazy engineers: look at this super high power laser pointer, it'll set things on fire
Even crazier engineers: look at this FLASHLIGHT, it'll set things on fire
Which is more efficient as far as lumens per watt, or vs heat? The w2 or cree?
I believe the CREE Xpl-hi is more efficient lumen/watt, but I can't properly verify that as Osram doesn't explicitly state those values in their data sheet. The Xpls won't get as hot at the same level though
I’m playing around with my d4v2 right now and I cannot for the life of me get my aux leds to that amber color. is that an updated aux led set or an andruil 2 thing?
No, it's just the yellow setting. The only AUX update on A2 is the disco mode
how do you change the led colors, just got light and its alittle confusing
From off, press seven times and hold on the last press to cycle through the colors
How much less pocketable is this with the 18350 tube than the d4v2?
It's hard to quantify, it's smaller overall but the large head is still more awkward, I think the D4v2 is much more pocketable than the dt8 with either tube
So the 219b runtime numbers are at 45c and osram at 55c?
Yes
Is the weight 100g without the battery? It’s a pretty cool looking light. I would like to try it for work. The square head may be convenient to place on surfaces and it could be a nice floody light.
Yes that is weight without battery
Any plans on reviewing the DT8K ?
No active plans, since it's basically the same light. I may do a video with it in the future
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Awesome review, so how about reviewing a D4Sv2 with the W2? :)
Hopefully soon, though admittedly if I can only get one I *might* go for XPL-Hi instead... it's a hard choice!
I've also heard rumors of a tint-ramping D4S coming up soon, I'll see if that's true because I may wait until that is released if so. Either way, there WILL be a D4S video coming :)
@@LuxWad Awesome! Tint ramping would be pretty darned cool, for sure. Out of curiosity, what characteristics about the XPL-Hi would you prefer over the W2?
@@LuxWad I'd imagine the D4SV2 goes the opposite direction of the DT8 with a chunkier body for dealing with heat, so considering your remarks on the XPL-Hi's efficiency that might be one of the most "practical" results, at least for as practical as these flashlights can be.
Or you could get a UV mule instead for something even less practical (but definitely fun) :D
(KR4 E21A 2700K, D4SV2 W2, and D4V2 3 watt UV mule here, from most commonly used to most fun. I'd have gotten the UV mule in the KR4 form factor, but I wanted a lighted button since there's no aux LEDs.)
@@ayokay123 The XPL-His provide better color rendering compared to the Osrams (even with the same or slightly higher CRI), and more neutral tint, where the W2s are just a bit greenish. The CREEs are slightly more efficient and produce less heat.
I did talk to Jackson and he said the tint-ramping D4S is coming soon, but he really wants to send a W2 model. I'm not 100% sure yet what I'm going to review, potentially review the W2 and do a short video on the tint-ramping lights but we'll see. Since Osram only makes the W2 (CULPM1.TG) in cool white or colored varieties, a tint-ramping light couldn't really use those emitters, unless you just wanted something super weird I guess
@@digitalcircuit I see the D4SV2 as the most practical light Hank makes right now, so the yeah CREEs seem like a very good match in that regard. I do think the W2s would be great as well, and everybody raves about the beam with that emitter/optic combo, so I do want to try it out and see what the hype is all about.
A UV mule would definitely be awesome to try out sometime!
We want DT16 21700 😁
Don't you think with the simple UI and disabling of Turbo that this would be a more useful general purpose light that's useful to a lot of people, and so less niche? And then when you rarely want/need the extra power, you can always enable Turbo (and/or the advanced AI?) again.
Not really, it's still expensive and isn't super efficient, I think the D4V2 would be better practically speaking. The D4SV2 and E07 are both better I think, they're much less niche in their usability while having all the enthusiast features. Compared to those, the main reason to get the DT8 is for the crazy turbo and weird design.
That's just my opinion though :)
@@LuxWad Oh I'd have thought the efficiency is down to the LED type, not to the flashlight. Doesn't the D4SV2 (which I was also thinking of buying) have the same UI, and also a Turbo mode? Any idea of the max lumens on both these devices assuming they both use the Cree XP-L HI LED? I love the shape on the DT8 (it doesn't roll), so I was hoping to buy this one instead of the D4SV2...
19:25 I thought Hank and convoy had new stock 219b that is less rosy?
I don't know exactly which 219bs are being used here, there's some conflicting info. To my eyes, it's rosier than any other LEDs I have, but isn't too pink. The SW45(k?) LEDs are rosier than the SW35 here, which are very neutral
I'm getting a "New DT8 with tint ramping and channel switching" from Hank. Any suggestions on the LED config for the 2 channels? I'm a bit baffled... :(
I would recommend something super bright and throwier for one channel, specifically the W1, W2, or XP-L Hi. For the second channel I would go with the Nichia 219b for a floody and high-CRI option. The LH351D would be a good option as well, super floody and very bright.
@@LuxWad After re-watching your review, I chose C1 = W2 6000K ; C2 = LH351D 3500K. Thanks! Great reviews!
Sounds like a great combo!
I want to order a NEW DT8 WITH TINT RAMPING AND CHANNEL SWITCHING. One channel with a very tight hotspot for throw and the other channel with extreme flood. I like the cooler colors for flashlights vs warm. Can you please tell me which led to select I am so lost
Get Osram W1 for throw and 519a in 5700K for flood
@@LuxWad thank you so very much!!
@LuxWad For the 519a 5700K, would you suggest dome or dedome? I'm not really sure the difference.
Removing the dome decreases output, makes it warmer, and increases throw. Sounds like you want the dome.
@@LuxWad Thanks a million 😊 🔦
WUTS THE THROW?
89kcd, which equates to about 500 meters
You think these lights will last longer than a year with regular to heavy use?
Not if you're really rough with them, if you're careful then they'll probably survive regular usage
Should i get the boost driver upgrade for a W2 setup? I really just want max wow factor lol
For max output, get the standard driver. The boost driver will halve the max output in return for higher efficiency
@LuxWad thanks! Love your work man. I'm just now getting into the hobby. Just joined the reddit.
@@Tristaniscool Glad you like the videos, I hope they are helpful on your journey!
@LuxWad definitely a huge help. Just placed my first order. Got me a copper D4V2 with 519a's. Can't wait to play with it! I found emisar through your videos, so you're definitely doing something right man.
Yes should have been a 21700
Put a 18650 Samsung 20s in there and see what happens!! 😯
It would probably be the same honestly, internal resistance limits current enough that you won't get much more output
Pretty cool but I think they should have went 21700
Great videos. What's your opinion on the best e21a 2000k option for low output. Looking at the d4v2
Sorry I don't really understand the question, are you looking for the E21A light with the lowest output? In that case it would be the D4V2, since it has only half the LEDs and is much more pocketable than the DT8. Both are extremely low though, it doesn't make much difference
@@LuxWad yeah , sorry I mis stated my question. I was referring to the driver's but think the standard one is what I am looking for for the lowest moonlight. Just want an extremely warm light with a 1000 lumens is good. My collection keeps growing lol.the dt8 is tempting for the extra power though too.
Oh okay. For the E21A lights, the driver is actually the same between the two, just with a higher maximum regulated level, so the current on the lowest level will be the same. The DT8 will technically be brighter simply because it has twice as many LEDs, but practically speaking the difference is negligible. That being said, the D4V2 is the better E21A light in my opinion, since it's better for EDC and it still produces 1,000 lumens. If you go for the DT8, I'd recommend a different LED to get more power.
I have the d4, amazing indoor night light. Matches the color of sodium streetlamps, but is too weak and floody to be useful outdoors.
It’s great attached on the end of your barrel as you dump the mag into the house intruder. They never even get a chance to see what hit them.
That's one use for it 😂 It's so bright you might not see much either
Insanity rocks... 🪨
Does anybody has a clue what would be best brightest light under 100$
Sofirn Q8 Pro
What is the "UI" ?
User Interface, or how you control the flashlight
@@LuxWad Thank you . I just started watching flashlight videos.
i'm so confused
DT16?3
Great review. The look is awes, but the design stinks. The graph shows the emitters in that configuration, being just as uncomfortable as humans in packed in an elevator.
Why am i watching a man watering his flashlight?
The internet is a weird place
Anytime I hear "Anduril" UI mentioned in a flashlight review I immediately lose interest, close the window and vow to never buy the light. I don't need to tweak every god damn bit of my flashlight's usage. JFC.
Also "muggle mode" sounds very racist. I don't appreciate that.
Racist? How so?
@@LuxWad You tell me, who’s a muggle and what do you hate about them?
😂 "Muggle" is a term From Harry Potter that refers to someone who is not magical. It's a joke referring to people who are not familiar with Anduril. There is no hate involved, but if it makes you feel better, "Muggle Mode" has since been renamed "Simple UI"
Mouth noise.
small correction, ....W2 emitter is "CSLPM1.TG" not "CULPM1.TG"
Odd I thought I had a pinned comment with the correction... it seems to have disappeared
@@LuxWad yeah...the W2s evaporated it. ....BTW...you have a message on Reddit chat....