Best Value Lantern-Hybrid Flashlight? Sofirn SC03 Review
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- Опубликовано: 29 мар 2024
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Sofirn SC03 - Best Value Lantern-Hybrid Light?
General thoughts after a week of usage/size comparison/practicality/interesting things:
• I really like it when light companies go out of their way to design something different. It's risky but can often pay off. This is the Sofirn SC03, a two-in-one flashlight with long-range spot beam and a built-in flooder/lantern. When I first saw this light, I thought it was a gimmick, probably thrown together quickly. But a closer look has made me think the opposite.
• What do you get in the box?
• Comparison with other side switch lights.
Overall Construction, LED, lens, bezel and reflector
• Simple, sleek design with simple with no knurling. The tailcap has some details and a lanyard hole. The anodizing is surprisingly grippy. I like that Sofirn has been adopting this new matt black finish. It also looks better and seems more scratch resistant too.
• The head features a white plastic diffuser that screws onto the light. It houses an OP reflector. Aluminium bezel/ring + glass lens. It's a clever design that allows you to use two very different beams. SST40 in head, 8x CSP1313 LEDs for flood light. Clever design, all spaced apart and heatsinked well - the diffuser and reflector are completely separate.
• Takes a 21700 cell + onboard USB-C charging. Single recessed rubber switch that functions as battery indicator too.
UI - modes
• Light locks out after 1 minute. Click twice to unlock/lock. Normally, you need to press and hold to turn on and off.
• When the light is on, double press to switch between spot/flood.
• Single click to cycle between LMH/Turbo
• Triple click for strobe.
Performance - total output, beam profile, longevity, practicality
• Ceiling bounce test, CRI, CCT
• Best of both worlds - flood + throw.
Considerations
• UI - takes a few minutes to figure it out. Might have been more user-friendly with two switches for each light source. Auto-lockout confused me initially as the press and hold function would only go to moonlight mode. Gets easier as you use the light.
• The diffuser works well and feels durable but would have been nice if made of a stronger or thicker material. Not as durable as aluminum if dropped. Would probably crack if you dropped it on a sharp surface.
Verdict
If you're looking for the perfect camping/walking light, this is it! This is my first lantern-style light and I am really impressed with how Sofirn designed and implemented this one. You don't even need to sacrifice on the range, as the spot-beam makes easy work of most long-range targets. The quality is impressive, especially for this price point. It's the perfect light for an outdoors adventure, walking, camping, or everyday use. Also comes with everything you need right out of the box. 
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I didnt need another light, but how many of us really do. I saw the SC03 on a flash sale for about $10 US...I had to buy it. I think its a cool light and for the price I paid, forgetaboutit.
Damn that's a great deal...
People complain about the UI, but I think it is super easy to operate...you could probably give it to a six year old to operate. I think its a super cool light for power outages, camping, dog walks, or whatever.
got this one as well as the smaller 14500 version of it from a different brand - Astrolux LT2. Awesome multifunction lights.
I think Sofirn also manufacture lights for Astrolux. Yeah, they're great value lights!
I've had my SC03 for a couple weeks now, I get about 2140 lumens @ turn on with the Sofirn battery and 2250 with a P42A Molicel. The supplied Sofirn battery did just barely make 2000 lumens @ 30seconds
Hey Scot, yes those high drain cells make a big difference with FET lights. I'm not sure what kind of drive this one has actually. Would have to do a much longer runtime test to see what happens after voltage drops significantly. Probably FET though.
I recieved the same light last week. What a GREAT light with a HORRIBLE UI. Love it, which is why I will say that... If I gave this to someone camping, it would confuse the hell out of them.
Yeah mate, that is one thing I thought let it down. It's ok once you learn it but I had to read the manual to figure it out!
Honestly it is extremly simple to use...it would probably take all of about 30 seconds to explain the UI
I have about 5 LT1 lanterns and 2 or 3 LT1S lanterns. I can't turn down a good deal and i got them for about half off with batteries. Like the portability of this one though.
Nice, those would have way better runtime due to multiple cells. But large of course :D
What are the reflector dimensions?
Can't seem to find where I put it...
This is the first time I've seen a deep op reflector.
There's a Wurkkos dive light with one.. can't remember the model.
and how did you turn on two lights at once?
Can't remember 😕