Why is a High-CRI emitter preferred in pocket-sized EDC lights over raw maximum brightness?

A: Raw lumen output can often blind the operator when inspecting objects at close range due to aggressive white glare. A High-CRI (Color Rendering Index $\ge$ 90) emitter replicates true solar light distribution, preventing color distortion and allowing technicians to view microscopic surface cracks, wire codes, and leaks without experiencing eye fatigue.