On Mar 15, 2010, at 9:54 PM, Moose wrote:
> On 3/8/2010 6:32 AM, Sawyer, Edward wrote:
>> So, bottom line, what's the best for an AA maglite? The 3-led Nite-Ize?
>>
>
> Sorry to reply so slowly. I was away without internet access for 3 days,
> then busy with other things and behind on list reading.
>
> The simple answer is the Nite-Ize 1 watt single LED upgrade. It retains
> focusing ability and is brighter than the 3-LED.
>
> That said, I have both on my desk. The softer, more diffuse light of the
> 3-LED is perfect for close-up, but poor for bookshelves across the room.
> The reverse is the case with the 1 watt, actually too bright close-up,
> but I can easily check book titles and various camera bits and pieces at
> a distance.
>
> Moose
What about putting a diffuser on that 1watt for close work? Piece of sticky
tape, in a pinch.
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