The OrcaTorch D950V 2.0 is a high-output underwater video light built for serious imaging work, not casual night diving. Delivering up to 10,500 lumens from a CREE COB LED, it produces a wide 120° beam through a spherical toughened glass optical lens—ideal for evenly lighting wide-angle scenes without harsh hotspots. With a 5700K color temperature and CRI Ra92, it renders natural tones that hold up in post.

This Orcatorch dive light integrates a replaceable high-capacity battery pack with tail magnetic fast charging, making turnaround between dives straightforward. A tail LED indicator shows remaining battery life at a glance, while four adjustable brightness levels let you balance output and runtime. Built from A6061-T6 aluminum with a Mil-Spec Type III hard anodized finish and dual-sided coated glass, it’s depth rated to 150 meters and engineered for demanding underwater environments. For videographers seeking a powerful, purpose-built dive light, this is a strong contender for the best dive light in its class.

• Best for: Underwater videographers needing a wide, even beam for close-to-mid-range work
• Not for: Still shooters looking for TTL strobe performance or ultra-compact travel lights
• Wide-angle beam optimized for video coverage
• Designed as a primary continuous dive light for imaging
• Common confusion: It’s a video light, not a focus light with strobe sync capability
• Tradeoff: Broad coverage and output vs. battery consumption at higher settings

Wide, Even Beam for Clean Video Coverage

The biggest reason we recommend this light is beam quality. It delivers broad, consistent illumination across the frame, reducing edge falloff and minimizing the “spotlight” look that plagues many entry-level video lights.

• Optimized beam angle for wide-angle scenes
• Smoother foreground lighting for reef and wreck work
• Reduced central hotspot compared to narrow-beam dive torches
• Filter adapter included (72mm) - add filters to correct lighting for underwater conditions.

Designed for Dedicated Video Systems

This is a purpose-built video light, not a hybrid strobe trigger or focus-only torch. For mirrorless and cinema shooters running dual-arm setups, it integrates cleanly into standard ball-mount arm systems.

• Continuous output for real-time exposure control
• Compatible with standard arm and clamp systems
• Ideal as a primary light in a dual-light configuration
• LED Battery level indicators in the tail

Rugged Construction for Repeated Dives

The D950V 2.0’s anodized aluminum body and sealed design hold up well to frequent saltwater use when properly maintained.

• Corrosion-resistant construction
• Designed for repeated saltwater exposure
• Serviceable O-ring sealing system
• Updated battery charging system

BWP Staff Note: Always inspect and lightly lubricate O-rings between trips—most “leak” issues we see are maintenance-related, not product defects.

A dependable choice when clean, wide underwater video lighting matters most.