The Emisar D4V2 is an incredible light targeted towards enthusiast
flashlight collectors and users, but its Anduril interface and many
cusmizable options might be a bit too much for those that just want a
nice reliable flashlight.
This is a very detailed review that looks at every aspect of the D4V2,
with measurements and plenty of annoying opinions. All measurements and opinions are my own.
For this review, I purchased two versions of this light, the D4V2
Aluminum with a FET+1 Driver and 4000K 95CRI SST20 emitters, and a
D4V2Ti with 2700K E21A emitters and a 5A linear driver. While this is a
very in-depth review, I only had these two lights to base my review on.
These lights can be purchased from Hank's store here:
https://intl-outdoor.com/They can also be purchased from JLHawaii808:
https://jlhawaii808.com/This was a big project, I really hope you enjoy it and that you find it
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may appreciate it. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions,
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TIMESTAMPS:
INTRO: 00:00
BUILD: 01:31
INTERFACE (Anduril): 06:04
Is Anduril Actually Good? 09:21
A Couple Issues 10:17
Level Ramping 11:13
AUX LEDS: 11:45
Aux Brightness: 12:44
Aux Color Balance/Drain: 13:28
Side Switch AUX: 14:45
Annoying Opinions: 15:10
DRIVERS: 15:56
FET+1: 16:24
5A Linear Driver: 17:18
Whine: 19:25
BATTERIES: 19:45
Obligatory Warning About Battery Safety: 20:57
So Which Driver is Better? 21:19
LEDS: 21:51
Weird Custom Options: 23:11
LED Recommendations: 23:41
PERFORMANCE: 24:27
Heat: 26:08
FET+1 Driver: 26:59
Linear 5A Driver: 28:20
Ultralow Modes: 29:21
My Complaints About Performance: 30:11
BEAM QUALITY: 31:36
10622: 31:54
10623: 32:11
SST20 Intensity: 32:31
E21A Intensity: 32:42
LED Differences: 33:07
Pill Tint Shift: 34:58
ASSESSMENT: 35:37
Why You Should Buy a D4V2: 36:13
Why Should Probably Not Buy a D4V2: 36:35
Where to Buy/Pricing and Availability: 37:26
OUTRO: 38:18
Music used in this review:
"Perspective" and "Easy Does It" - Toykeeper
https://www.patreon.com/ToyKeeperhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBP4eGxNaVXH2Kz5r56VHAThe rest was made by me :)
https://soundcloud.com/faceman-853954995Camera Gear:
Camera: BMPCC4K
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1401512-REG/blackmagic_design_pocket_cinema_camera_4k.htmlLenses:
Meike 25mm T2.2
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1451856-REG/meike_mk25f2_2m4_3_t2_2_25mm_manual_focus_cinema.html?sts=pi&pim=YAuto-Vivitar 35mm f/2.8
Auto Tele-Lentar 135mm f/2.8
Edited in Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, and After Effects CC2021
Animations rendered in Blender
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dk3Q1YYqU2c