Video Lights: Bigblue AL1800XWP vs. iTorch Video Pro5+

[EkoDiver]

Can you help me choose between Bigblue AL1800XWP and iTorch Video Pro5+?

I am going to use two lights on my ikelite housing - canon elph-300 camera, both day and night dives in the ocean.

Any comparison in terms of hot spots, angle, battery life/consumption and durability is appreciated.

Thank you!

 

[aue-mike]

The BigBlue has a longer burn time, more lumens, and wider spread. Plus, it has a push button versus bezel twist, which IMHO is preferable to avoid flooding; the BigBlue also has a battery indicator to help gauge battery life during the dive, and with 4 levels versus 2, you can adjust and extend the light during the dive. AND the BigBlue is cheaper.

Disclaimer: I am a BigBlue dealer. But I have used a lot of different lights and am just stating the available facts.

 

[BDSC]

I'm going to second Big Blue lights. It's the only brand I dive with now. Very well made.