Olight S2R Baton II Review & Operation Guide – 1,150 Lumen EDC Flashlight

A Review of the Olight S2R Baton II – 1,150 Lumen Flashlight

The Olight S2R Baton II is a USB rechargeable battery LED flashlight with a 5 lumen low mode and a 1,150 lumen turbo mode, along with 3 other lighting modes. I got my hands on a pre-release of this LED flashlight and have been testing it from the standpoint of Every Day Carry, Backpacking and Camping applications.

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Olight S1R Baton II Review – Mini EDC & Backpacking Flashlight

A Review of the Olight S1R Baton II for EDC (Every Day Carry)

The Olight S1R Baton II is a USB rechargeable battery LED flashlight with a 0.5 lumen low mode and a 1,000 lumen high mode. I’ve found this lumen range, combined with it’s size and weight of 1.8 oz (including battery), to make the S1R Baton II a very useful light for my backpacking and camping trips where the expected lighting needs are a bit more critical.  The 2.48 inch length, and deep pocket tail clip make it a great light for my EDC needs as well. Particularly for front pocket carry.

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Specs and Features, as per Manufacturer

  • General Data
    • Beam Distance (ft): 476
    • Beam Distance (m): 145
    • Max. Performance (lumens): 1000
    • Charge type: Magnetic USB charge base
    • Compatible Batteries: Customised RCR123A IMR
    • Light Intensity (candela): 5250
    • Light Form:  Wide/broad hotspot. Perfect for up close illumination.
    • Mode Operation: Side Switch
    • Form / Size Factor: Small size (Car key / Zippo Lighter)
    • Lens / Reflector Type: TIR reflector (big, defined wide hotspot)
    • Series: Series S (EDC, General Use)
  • Notable Characteristics
    • 1,000-lumen output: With the help of the all new customized 10C discharge current lithium-manganese battery, the S1R II delivers a huge output of 1,000 lumens in a small pocket light powered only by a single IMR16340.
    • Premium beam: Perfectly balanced hot spot for optimal clarity and a soft transition to maintain comfortable vision during use.
    • Three-color power level indication: Once the light is turned on, the power indicator located in the center of the side switch shows the power level in three colors (Green: Power>60%, Yellow: Power is between 10% and 60%; Red: Power<10%).
    • Highly efficient MCC II charger: This round-edged magnetic USB charger is not only 13% thinner than the previous MCC but is also compatible with all existing rechargeable flashlights and headlamps using this charging method. The new MCC II provides another fast charging solution to future Olight products with high capacity batteries.
  • Lighting Levels & Run Times
    • Moon – 0.5 lumens, 8 days
    • Low – 12 lumens, 20 hours
    • Medium – 60 lumens, 3 hours 40 mins
    • High – 600 lumens for 1.5 mins, then drops to 300 lumens for 45 mins
    • Turbo – 1,000 lumens for 1.5 mins, then drops to 300 lumens for 37 mins
  • Technical Characteristics
    • Waterproof IPX8
    • Weight: 51 grams / 1.8 oz
    • Length (mm / in): 63 / 2.48
    • Head Diameter (mm / in): 21 / 0.82
    • Body Diameter (mm / in): 21 / 0.82
    • LED:  Cree XM-L2 CW
  • Package Contents
    • Olight S1R II flashlight x 1
    • MCCII Magnetic Charging Cable x 1
    • 550mAh IMR RCR123A Battery x 1
    • Lanyard x 1
    • Battery box x 1
    • Pouch x 1
    • User Manual x 1

Olight i3T EOS Review – Every Day Carry Flashlight

A Review of the Olight i3T EOS LED Flashlight for EDC (Every Day Carry)

The Olight i3T EOS is a single AAA battery LED flashlight with a 5 lumen low mode and a 180 lumen high mode. With a weight of 1.5 ounces (including battery), 3.5 inch length, and deep pocket tail clip, it lends itself well to every day carry.

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Specs and Features, as per Manufacturer

  • General Data
    • Beam Distance (ft): 196
    • Beam Distance (m): 60
    • Max. Performance (lumens): 180
    • Charge type: Optional Charger
    • Compatible Batteries: 1 x AAA(R3)
    • Light Intensity (candela): 900
    • Light Form:  Wide/broad hotspot. Perfect for up close illumination.
    • Mode Operation: Tail Switch
    • Form / Size Factor: Small size (Car key / Zippo Lighter)
    • Lens / Reflector Type: TIR reflector (big, defined wide hotspot)
    • Series: Series I (Keychain)
  • Notable Characteristics
    • Powered by a convenient and widely available single AAA battery producing an output of 180 lumens.
    • Double helix body knurling for unique style and solid grip.
    • Super easy carry: Barely know it is there with its lightweight and slender form factor. The dual direction pocket clip makes the
      I3T even more convenient for carrying in a pocket or attaching to a hat or strap.
    • Highly integrated tail switch: The user can operate momentary on and quick mode shifting (5/180 lumens) all through a convenient tail switch.
    • The I3T is equipped with a TIR optic lens producing a soft and balanced beam for comfortable use.
  • Lighting Levels & Run Times
    • Low – 5 lumens, 16 hours
    • High – 180 lumens, 21 minutes
  • Technical Characteristics
    • Waterproof IPX8
    • Weight: 41 grams / 1.45 oz
    • Length (mm / in): 89 / 3.5
    • Head Diameter (mm / in) 15 / 0.59
    • Body Diameter (mm / in) 15 / 0.59
    • LED:  Philips LUXEON TX
  • Package Contents
    • Flashlight Olight i3T x 1
    • 1.5V Alkaline AAA battery x 1

Olight i1R EOS Review

A Review of the Olight i1R EOS USB Rechargeable LED Flashlight for EDC, Backpacking & Camping.

The 5 lumen low mode provides ample lighting for low light chores around camp, with a 7 hour runtime per USB charge.  For high visibility needs, the 130 lumen high mode provides longer distance spotting capability in a pinch, while still being able to run for around 20 minutes.

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Specs and Features, as per Manufacturer

  • General Data
    • Beam Distance (ft): 177
    • Beam Distance (m): 54
    • Max. Performance (lumens): 130
    • Charge type: Micro-USB
    • Compatible Batteries: Customized Li-Ion Battery
    • Light Intensity (candela): 730
    • Light Form:  Wide/broad hotspot. Perfect for up close illumination.
    • Lens / Reflector Type: TIR reflector (big, defined wide hotspot)
    • Series: Series I (Keychain)
  • Notable Characteristics
    • Lightweight and Tiny. The entire light is slimmer than a pinky finger with the length shorter than a AAA battery and weight at only 0.42 oz/12g.
    • Features a high-performance Philips LUXEON TX LED paired with a TIR optic lens producing a soft and balanced beam.
    • Rechargeable through a built-in Micro-USB charging port. Fully charged within 1 hour and 15 minutes.
    • ON/OFF and output changes are controlled through twisting the flashlight head. Twist it slightly to turn it on at 5 lumens and a bit further for 130 lumens.
  • Lighting Levels & Run Times
    • Low – 5 lumens, 7 hours
    • High – 130 lumens, 20 minutes
  • Technical Characteristics
    • Waterproof IPX8
    • Weight: 12 grams / 0.42 oz
    • Length (mm / in): 41 / 1.61
    • Head Diameter (mm / in) 14 / 0.55
    • Body Diameter (mm / in) 14 / 0.55
    • LED:  Philips LUXEON TX
  • Package Contents
    • Flashlight Olight I1R x 1
    • Key ring x 1
    • 80mAh 3.7V Li-ion Battery (Built-in) x 1
    • USB-microUSB rechargeable cable x 1

Olight H16 Wave Review – Headlamp for Backpacking (5 to 500 lumens)

A Review of the Olight H16 Wave USB Rechargeable LED Headlamp for Backpacking & Camping.  

This is my current headlamp for camping trips requiring more critical lighting needs. Trips with higher demands on run-time and / or brightness. A perfect example of this would be my recent sub-zero winter camping trip that I took the Olight H16 Wave on.  The higher powered rechargeable battery pack gave me extra confidence in my run-times during the less than battery-friendly frigid temps.

This is also a light that I would grab for any camping or backpacking trip where night hiking was expected and / or when extended time doing chores at camp after dark is anticipated.

The 5 lumen low mode provides a surprising amount of functionality, along with a huge 160 hour run-time.  For high visibility needs, the 500 lumen high mode provides longer distance spotting capability, while still being able to run for around 2 hours continuously.

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Specs and Features, as per Manufacturer

  • General Data
    • Beam Distance (ft) 328
    • Beam Distance (m) 100
    • Max. Performance (lumens) 500
    • Charge type Micro-USB
    • Compatible Batteries Customized Li-Ion Battery
    • Light Intensity (candela) 2500
    • Light Form:  Far-range focused beam and close-range wide flood combined.
    • Lens / Reflector Type: TIR bead lens (converged and wide beam)
    • Series: Series H (Headlamps, Multitasking)
  • Notable Characteristics
    • Hand wave operation – This motion sense setting saves users the trouble of reaching for the power switch in the dark, and keeps the headlamp clean from dirty hands.
    • Wide area illumination – Dual LED light head paired with a custom lens delivering great close-range illumination combining both a wide and focused beam.
    • Smart power level indication – Four-level blue LED battery indicator and low-power audible beep warning at 10% charge to keep you updated on your power status.
    • Beam angle adjustment – The light head has three adjustable levels from 0~45 degrees.
    • Reflective head strap – reflective stripes on both sides of the head strap to improve visibility and safety for the user.
  • Lighting Levels & Run Times
    • High – 500 lumens, (steps down to 350 lumen after 5mins), 120 minutes
    • Medium – 100 lumens, 9.5 hours
    • Low – 5 lumens, 30 160 hours
  • Technical Characteristics
    • Waterproof IPX4
    • Weight (g / oz) 115 grams / 4.06 oz
    • Length (mm / in) 58 / 2.28
    • Head Diameter (mm / in) 24 / 0.94
    • Body Diameter (mm / in) 38 / 1.50
    • LED:  2 x Cree XP-G3
  • Package Contents
    • Olight H16 flashlight x 1
    • 2000mAh 3.7V Lithium Polymer Battery(built-in) x 1
    • USB-microUSB rechargeable cable x 1
    • headband x 1
    • Replacement Cable Clip x 2
    • user manual x 1

Olight S1 Mini Baton – My Go-to Flashlight for Ultralight Backpacking

A Review of the Olight S1 Mini Baton USB Rechargeable LED Flashlight.

This is currently my go-to flashlight for backpacking and camping trips due to it’s low-weight, 600 lumen capability when needed, and ultra-long run-time in moon light mode for tent and hammock lighting. I also find it to be a handy work project and EDC light (every day carry).

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Specs and Features, as per Manufacturer

  • General Data
    • Beam Distance (ft) 427
    • Beam Distance (m) 130
    • Max. Performance (lumens) 600
    • Charge type Micro-USB
    • Compatible Batteries 1 x CR123A/RCR123A
    • Light Intensity (candela) 4200
    • Light Form:  Wide/broad hotspot. Perfect for up close illumination.
    • Lens / Reflector Type TIR reflector (big, defined wide hotspot)
    • Series Series S (EDC, General Use)
    • Available color temperature: Regular – cool white 6500k, 70 CRI (seen in review) or HCRI model -cool white 5500k, 90 CRI
    • HCRI version built for perfect color reproduction with illuminating objects eliminating all unwanted extra tints.
    • No charger is needed for charging the battery. The included battery is rechargeable through a built-in Micro-USB port, therefore it may share the same charging cable with a phone.
    • Magnetic tailcap. The flashlight attaches securely to any ferrous metal surface for hands free use.
  • Lighting Levels (for regular 6500k model)
    • Turbo – 600 lumens, 1 minute bursts
    • High – 330 lumens, 60 mins
    • Medium – 60 lumens, 6 hours
    • Low – 15 lumens, 30 hours
    • Moon – 0.5 lumens, 15 days
  • Other Modes
    • Strobe
    • Auto shutoff timer, 3 mins or 9 mins
  • Technical Characteristics
    • Waterproof IPX8
    • Weight (g / oz) 43 / 1.52
    • Length (mm / in) 54 / 2.13
    • Head Diameter (mm / in) 21 / 0.83
    • Body Diameter (mm / in) 21 / 0.83
    • Led Cree XM-L2
  • Package Contents
    • 650mAh RCR123A Rechargeble Battery with microUSB charging port
    • 50cm charging cable USB-microUSB
    • Pocket Clip
    • Lanyard
    • Instruction Manual