8x54 with GP vs. 6x54 with SLR (1 Viewer)

[Llama]

Just as the title says I'm looking into a new light for my 90 gallon. So far I'm down to two options:
48"Nova Extreme 8x54w T5 HO + 4 LED's (German Parabolic Reflector)
and...
48" Nova Extreme 6x54w T5 HO (Individual Lense Reflector)

Which would have better PAR output? Has anyone used these? Thoughts? Questions? Comments? Concerns?

 

[crvz]

Individual reflectors are the only choice in my opinion. More light for less power.

 

[Llama]

Thanks for the reply.

So I'd be getting less light from the 8 bulbs rather than 6?

My fixture for my 46 has the individual reflectors ans is great. However the 8 bulb is ten dollars more in this case so if it offers more light I'll go with it.

 

[crvz]

I don't want to speak numbers, as it's impossible to know without measuring the two specific fixtures in mind, but I am confident that you will get MORE light from the fixture with individual reflectors. I've read that an individual reflector will direct 50% more light into the tank when compared to single fixture reflectors.

 

[Llama]

Good deal. Thanks ya'll!