This flashlight has 10 "lumens"; other flashlights say they are 1,000 lumens, or even over 3,000. What's the difference?
323082
Lumens is a measure of light output and unless a light says that the Lumens is measured per ANSI standards it is probably exaggerated greatly. The listed 25 white lumens of the Smith & Wesson light is adequate for most relatively close uses and is about what a classic incandescent bulb 2 or 3 cell Maglite used to put out. The red 6.5 Lumens level should be adequate for night uses without unduly affecting night adaptation of your eyes as long as you do not look directly at the front of the light.
323083
The Lumens show how much light the flashlight will put out. The higher the lumens, the brighter it will be. It's bright enough to get someones attention, but it doesn't go the distance since it widens out the farther i shine it.
323084
I don't really know the science. The description I read says 25 lumens, 10 LED bulbs, so perhaps this means 10x25=250 lumens? The unit puts out about what I'd expect from a small flashlight.
1237144
I don't know. I bought these flashlights and gave them as gifts. Sorry that I can't answer your question.
1999675
I don't know the lumens but is a great flashlight. I have bought 3 now. I live in Central America and would not be without one. It comes with a little plastic thing that you put on top to make it into a lamp. It took me a while to figure ot what it was but the last time our power went out it lit up the whole bedroom for us. Not brightly but beter than any light we had ever had before. Also nice and small. Great flashlight!
161820
To the best of my knowledge, the brightness levels of this wonderful pocket light are 260 and 13 Lumens (high and low). I've had mine a couple years now....always on my belt!
451026
Alfredo I have looked at the coast hp7 flashlight and it says it has 251 lumens. The Mag-lite xl100 only has 83 lumens. The Mag-lite has an all aluminum shell which I like and is relatively water tight. I think the led lite of mag- illuminates a lot better. For me I find the xl100 lites up areas at a fair distance pretty good. In the end the decision is all yours, however I personally feel if you go with the xl100 you will not be sorry from a tactical aspect. Hope this helps.
1893136
The lumen output goes up very slightly as voltage rises due to the regulation not being perfect, but the difference is so small that most peoples' eyes could not discern the difference. Lumen output is roughly 1200 to 1500 lumens, it is hard to compare since the beam is so floody but this is what the component datasheet suggests at the measured drive current.
1677336
It has 4 colors (red, blue, green & white), while I'm not quite sure of the lumens it is a very small, compact flashlight that easily stores in your pocket ( or purse) it is not very bright, but that's not what its designed for. Its for having enough light to see something close to you ( map,book...) and hard to be seen using it(I.e. Recon). But its a very nice product, just not if your using it to see distances in the dark.
156521
275 Lumens, By far the best spotlight I have had so far. I use the 4 D cell batteries instead of the rechargeable. I've never had any luck with the rechargeable batteries. They never last very long. I use it to look around the yard at night when the dog starts barking. I've had it quite a while now and still have the first set of batteries in it that I put in when I got it.
63026
I don't know number of lumen but my flashlight stopped working after a few months. As their promise " lifefetime warra ty", they are very responsive and concern immediately sent me a new one. I am very please and satisfied.Saeree J.
2084802
I don't know how to measure lumens but i doubt this is anywhere near 2000 lumens. It is the brightest flashlight i own and i own a bunch. I just walked out in the street to test it. The light traveled more city blocks than I could count street signs....far far more than 8 blocks. I used this flashlight and my 10x42 binoculars to read a license plate at 1200 yards. So it illuminates farther than I can shoot accurately with my .300 Win Mag. So it is as many lumens as I need.
1175126
It is not 1000 lumens. I would guess it was around 200-250, but I don't know for sure. However, I did not return it, even though I probably should/could have.
1331904
The manual that comes with it does not say. Nor is that info on their website. However I have bought 3 other brands which do list the amount of light they produce so I can make a comparison of sorts. It it at least as bright as the light that claims 10 lumens (maybe brighter) but it is Not as bright as the one that claims 40 lumens. So somewhere in the 10-20 lumen range I think.
1845407
I have not measured the beam in lumens, but gear reviewers have and it lives up to its stated lumens which is 830 I believe. It really is an impressive flashlight, I love mine!
268098
The lumen rating for the flashlight is not specified anywhere in the research I did before purchasing, however very similar flashlights in size, construction, appearance and requiring 3 AAA batteries with the 9 LED bulb configuration are rated at 30 lumens maximum when batteries are at full strength. All I can say for sure is that they are very bright, sturdy and last a long time. I have had mine since January 2014 and have at least one in every room in my apartment and use them practically every day and they are still going strong on original batteries. They are also nice to have around for emergency purposes, to carry in a backpack/purse, etc. I gave a couple away as gifts and both people love them. Hope this helps.
1999677
Don't Know The Lumen Count, For A 3 AAA Powered Light Its The Best I've Had, the Battery Life Is TheTrade , Worth It In My Opinion
1771933
It's the flashlight and charger. However it is not 1000 lumens. It is closer to 600 lumens, which is still pretty darn bright. I have ordered two and my dad has also ordered one and we both think they are a great light.
952332
i think it has 250 lumens but not 100% sure. i think thats what i read anyway.