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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
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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
Clothing – Make sure to have to ability to cover every square inch of exposed skin. Extreme wind speeds and sub-freezing temps are a recipe for permanent skin damage or even lost fingers and toes (gangrene, frost bite etc). Bring coverage. Bring spares.
(Strap-On Crampons)
(Shiny Black, Lemon)
– GPS Emergency Locator Device
Winter Hiking Boots
lightweight traction device