Lumens VS Candelas??? (shown visually with shotguns) #gun #pewpew #guns

Published on July 30, 2024
Duration: 0:59

This video explains the difference between lumens and candelas using a shotgun analogy. Lumens measure total light output, like the number of pellets in a birdshot shell. Candelas measure light intensity focused on a target, similar to how a shotgun choke concentrates pellets. A narrow choke increases candela, while an open choke decreases it.

Quick Summary

Lumens measure a flashlight's total light output, like the number of pellets in a shotgun shell. Candelas measure the light's intensity focused on a specific spot, similar to how a shotgun choke concentrates pellets. Higher candela means a more focused, longer-reaching beam.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Lumens vs Candelas
  2. 00:16Shotgun Pellet Analogy for Lumens
  3. 00:30Choke Analogy for Candelas
  4. 00:52Summary: Light Output vs Intensity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between lumens and candelas in flashlights?

Lumens measure the total light output from a flashlight, while candelas measure the intensity of that light focused on a specific point. Think of lumens as the total number of shotgun pellets and candelas as how tightly those pellets are grouped on the target.

How does a shotgun choke relate to flashlight candelas?

A shotgun choke's constriction affects pellet spread, similar to how candela measures light concentration. A narrow choke focuses pellets (high candela), while an open choke spreads them (low candela), illustrating beam intensity.

Which is more important for tactical flashlights: lumens or candelas?

Both are important, but candelas are often more critical for tactical use. Lumens indicate overall brightness, while candelas show how far and effectively the light beam will reach and illuminate a specific target.

What does the Streamlight Strion 2020's performance tell us?

The Strion 2020 boasts 1,200 lumens and 28,000 candela. This high candela rating signifies a powerful, focused beam capable of reaching distant targets effectively, demonstrating the importance of candela for tactical applications.

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