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kj2 said:
Noticed my SC600w MKIII led glows shortly after I turned off the light. More people having this?
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Yes, and many of my other lights to some degree. My TM16 practically gave out "useful" light for about 15 seconds! Wannabe moonlight mode.
 
markr6 which Zebralights do you currently have in your possession? I read that you sold your SC5w....
 
wolfgaze said:
markr6 which Zebralights do you currently have in your possession? I read that you sold your SC5w....
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I recently cleaned house...only H51w, SC52w, H52w, SC63w, SC600w III HI and H600w II remain. Not sure I needed to say "only", but some of you have a dozen or more!
 
markr6 said:
SC600w III HI
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How are you liking this model? Would you say the tint is similar to what you remember of the SC5w? Does the hot spot blend/diffuse well into the spill?

I am debating whether to spring for the SC600w MK3 HI or to wait for the PLUS (floody, high CRI) model/variant that is due out in August... I'm in no rush to get another light so I can certainly wait - I'm just not sure which model I would prefer. I'm really enjoying my SC5w (tint & beam profile)... So I'm not sure if I would prefer to add a seemingly more powerful version of this type of light, or go with a powerful flooder that will produce very accurate color rendering... I do like floody beams...
 
wolfgaze said:
How are you liking this model? Would you say the tint is similar to what you remember of the SC5w? Does the hot spot blend/diffuse well into the spill?

I am debating whether to spring for the SC600w MK3 HI or to wait for the PLUS (floody, high CRI) model/variant that is due out in August... I'm in no rush to get another light so I can certainly wait - I'm just not sure which model I would prefer. I'm really enjoying my SC5w (tint & beam profile)... So I'm not sure if I would prefer to add a seemingly more powerful version of this type of light, or go with a powerful flooder that will produce very accurate color rendering... I do like floody beams...
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I also am considering these 2 and don't really like to buy lights that I won't use. To me, if the Plus version can throw as far (or even slightly further) than the SC5w, that's the only one I'll choose. But if its going to be too floody with way less throw than SC5w, then I guess the correct answer is getting both...

I have a feeling if I get the Plus version, I'll use it all the time and find excuses to use it. But if I get the HI version, it may just sit on the shelf for the (rare) moments I need throw...


recDNA said:
Obviously BOTH! LOL
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Lol..the correct answer when considering 2 (or multiple) lights! :D
 
I love Zebralight!
So far I own a SC600w MKII L2 and two SC52w L2 and they work like a charm!
This week I put an order for two other lights: a SC5w and a SC62w.

I live in the city (Paris) in a flat with no garden or basement. I just have no use of all these lights... but I can't stop myself buying more Zebras :shrug: !
 
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wolfgaze said:
How are you liking this model? Would you say the tint is similar to what you remember of the SC5w? Does the hot spot blend/diffuse well into the spill?

I am debating whether to spring for the SC600w MK3 HI or to wait for the PLUS (floody, high CRI) model/variant that is due out in August... I'm in no rush to get another light so I can certainly wait - I'm just not sure which model I would prefer. I'm really enjoying my SC5w (tint & beam profile)... So I'm not sure if I would prefer to add a seemingly more powerful version of this type of light, or go with a powerful flooder that will produce very accurate color rendering... I do like floody beams...
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SC600w III HI is completely different from the SC5w OP I had. That SC5 could have passed for a 5000K Nichia 219 easily. It was that good! The HI is warmer and more yellow, but still very nice. For something that throws like that in such a small package, I'm not as picky.

The SC600w III HI vs SC600Fd III Plus are going to be night and day...completely different. One will make the other look way too floody; the other way too narrow/throwy. That's not a bad thing since you have to pick the right tool for the job, but I really wish the Plus wasn't going to have the frosted lens. I like to shoot for a nice balanced beam when possible. But that high CRI is irresistible and I'll be buying one ASAP.
 
wolfgaze said:
I think you will love it... Had mine for a little over a week and really enjoying it....
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Yeah I saw your posts on the SC5 dedicated post because I am also on "back order" status. I hope it will be in stock soon. I have 8 Eneloop Pro waiting to power this little gem :)
 
markr6 said:
SC600w III HI is completely different from the SC5w OP I had. That SC5 could have passed for a 5000K Nichia 219 easily. It was that good! The HI is warmer and more yellow, but still very nice. For something that throws like that in such a small package, I'm not as picky.

The SC600w III HI vs SC600Fd III Plus are going to be night and day...completely different. One will make the other look way too floody; the other way too narrow/throwy. That's not a bad thing since you have to pick the right tool for the job, but I really wish the Plus wasn't going to have the frosted lens. I like to shoot for a nice balanced beam when possible. But that high CRI is irresistible and I'll be buying one ASAP.
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Thanks for the feedback Mark... I think I will wait until August (or whenever the release will be) and wait to evaluate the reviews of the Plus/High CRI model - then I will make my decision....
 
wolfgaze said:
Thanks for the feedback Mark... I think I will wait until August (or whenever the release will be) and wait to evaluate the reviews of the Plus/High CRI model - then I will make my decision....
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One other suggestion, if you're impatient like me: buy the SC600 HI and see how you like it. You could always return it or sell it. August isn't far away, but there's always a possibility the Plus will be cancelled or changed in a negative way. Or even pushed closer to 2017. I hope not, but you never know!
 
markr6 said:
One other suggestion, if you're impatient like me: buy the SC600 HI and see how you like it. You could always return it or sell it. August isn't far away, but there's always a possibility the Plus will be cancelled or changed in a negative way. Or even pushed closer to 2017. I hope not, but you never know!
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The thing is, where I live right now I really don't have a need for much throw for my flashlight applications... When I'm outside it's mostly walking the dog or shining a flashlight around our smaller-sized property... However if I relocate Colorado like I hope to do - I can definitely see the benefit of having a flashlight with more throw while outside... I really like the beam tint of my SC5w and now that you've told me about how the SC600 MK3 HI tint is different - I think I'm more inclined to wait for the possible next model/variant and see what that's like... If it's High CRI does that mean it will be utilizing a different emitter and the beam tint will be quite different than the MK3 HI? (I'm not well-versed in flashlight technical details)....

Lastly, does anyone know the CRI rating for the SC5w? I didn't see it listed on the ZL spec page... It's so easy on my eyes when I'm illuminating objects with it...
 
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wolfgaze said:
Lastly, does anyone know the CRI rating for the SC5w? I didn't see it listed on the ZL spec page... It's so easy on my eyes when I'm illuminating objects with it...
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That one is 75. I think it has to do with the overall tint too. Mine was so nice, no yellow. It was like a 5000K Nichia but with lower CRI. But that didn't matter to me since the tint in general was so nice.
 
When used alone, mine doesn't feel too cool nor too warm..just nice like markr6 mentioned. Its only when doing beam shots with different tint lights I notice it.

Next to my BLF 348, my SC5w is a little more yellow.
Next to my Astrolux A01, my SC5w is a bit cool.

With these 3 light for my reference, I actually don't have a preference tint-wise..just depends on mood.
 
Are there any Zebralight users who purchase the headlamp lights but primarily end up using them as regular EDC lights? Something about the ergonomics of holding a light in that manner seems very appealing to me....
 
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I have the h602w. I tried using it as an edc standalone, but I don't like using it for walking around. The 90 degree light isn't great for that function.

I DO love it for work done in my hands, and up close, but like I said, not great for going on walks at night. I use my SC600w MKIII for that. 😉
 
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