Is it good in darkness?
1406092
There is an AF Illuminator which helps to focus in pitch dark before the camera takes the picture (this can be turned on or off). The AF Illuminator works good but keep in mind it takes a lot of battery energy and can drain the battery quickly. It's best to keep it off until you really need it.
1406093
Picture quality actually is better without the flash in low light. Video is grainy but you can make adjustments for better low light filming.
205636
I used this flashlight when it was mostly dark, but it wasn't completely pitch black. There was a little light coming through the window from the front streetlight. I'd say it was mostly dark...too dark to read, but there was enough to find my way around the house without the flashlight on. In rooms where it was pitch black (walk-in closet), the ultraviolet glow from puppy pee was much brighter.
1998358
Actually no. It is really good. We lose our power quite a bit due to weather and ice storms. We recieved one of these for a gift and it acutally puts off quite a bit of light. The battery's life is pretty long. We use it everytime the power goes out.
1062480
Yes it works well. That is one of the big reasons I purchased it. If the battery dies at any time you still have a reticle. It is black so not so good at dusk but excellent during the day.
684991
not recommended if You need to place in a dark location. It's low light capability is limited. I placed it in an office that only needed to be viewed during work hours. Otherwise its a great camera.
321725
Viable light depends on the darkness you are in and the reflection off ofor your target. For a shotgun range ( 0-40 yards ) it is very good
859689
Yes. But the buttons are small and you need to learn the locations. I am fair at operating it in the dark.
846801
Yes, but I doubt you'll find it too bright. It is a very low light. More of a glow than a light really.
2037433
In a room with some sunlight, the dark scenes in a movie will not be visible. I always use it in a dark room.
1098563
If by illuminated do you mean it can be seen in the dark, not at all. This unit is very basic. The status of what it is doing does display with little black letters & numbers. If you have decent vision it should be clear.
1656469
keep in mind that this is 1080p HD camera, so in my opinion, the quality at night time (in almost total darkness, the only lights are from my vehicle headlights) is VERY GOOD. You can see everything and anything clearly in the recording.
110009
I would think it does very well in dusty conditions. You will be amazed at its brightness. It turns night into day, even at its lower settings.
1892699
We live in the country. It's real dark out here. I think it's plenty bright for our use. It can light up the trash barrels around midnight if I think a dog or other creature is in it.
1953157
Yea, I would say if the lighting is moderately good than yes it would do a good job.
2199060
I have one, and it is come with very good hook up. It is working very well. Only at dark time it is not good.
1485851
You don't really need total darkness, but it works best in semi to complete darkness. You're better able to see small detail if you work in a darkened room with your projector.
296186
Hey Sonja. Yes, it does. As far as I know the only source that can be "darkened" is the radio.