That's fair, Both are definitely good lanterns, but with Nitecore discontinuing that product I would say this is a decent alternative if you do not want to wait for them to release another lantern, assuming they do.
It depends on the mode you are using. See the specification section for the product at longhorntactical.com/products/fenix-cl26r-pro-s-rechargeable-camping-lantern
@@lae212I’ve got Sofirn LT1S, because it’s much cheaper and it has more features that I personally find useful for myself at this time. Very satisfied.
Does this lantern operate normally with a standard 21700 battery, without the overload protection circuit? Does it charge normally? I use Samsung 40T batteries in all my devices requiring a 21700 cell. I understand Fenix doesn't want the liability of leaving an unprotected 21700 in the hands of the general public, but the Fenix protected 21700 cell that comes installed is virtually unfindable, and isn't correctly priced anyway. Thank you for the review...
We would only recommend the protected battery as that is what is tested for the lamp, however, I personally would imagine it would work just the same, but again, we have not tested that claim.
No IT IS NOT THE BEST LANTERN FROM FENIX. I have one. I like it, but I cannot stand they branded their name right on the white portion of the lantern and try turning it on with one hand, not too easy as it you have turn the dial. Much harder than a push button. Again, I like it, but was disappointed. Bad design choices in my sense.
Great compact product...a hundred and one uses
I'll wait for the CL30R PRO.
Perfect, but how long does it last if the lantern and bottom lights are turned on?
Sick video, thanks man - this is super useful.
Would’ve been nice to show the battery removal but otherwise, pretty thorough review. Thanks!
I wish it had a way to change the light color from bright white to a warm light.
Nice design 👏🏾👏🏾 love the power/mode switch interface. Love the down light. Would it make me give up the 10000mah of my LR60? Probably not 🤔
That's fair, Both are definitely good lanterns, but with Nitecore discontinuing that product I would say this is a decent alternative if you do not want to wait for them to release another lantern, assuming they do.
@@LonghornTactical agreed 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Hope they update the CL30R version to "Pro" too…
I like your enthusiasm
Can you power this lantern with powerbank without battery inserted ?
Unfortunately no!
Very informative and detailed review. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
@@LonghornTactical It was in large part due to your review that I ended up ordering two of them this weekend.
what are the battery life times?
It depends on the mode you are using. See the specification section for the product at longhorntactical.com/products/fenix-cl26r-pro-s-rechargeable-camping-lantern
Fenix CL26R Pro vs Sofirn LT1S Pro, which one would you choose?
Did you get either ?
@@lae212I’ve got Sofirn LT1S, because it’s much cheaper and it has more features that I personally find useful for myself at this time. Very satisfied.
I choose CL26R PRO
Fenix has a better circuit design, and better quality components and plastics. It cost the double for a reason...
Ordered mine today.
Good information in the video.
Love Fenix ❤️❤️❤️❤️
We do too!
Any info about CRI?
I like this lantern, but dont want another battery type, prefer to stick with the 18650....
Этот фонарь может работать на 18650, очень мало кто говорит об этом в обзорах. Но 18650 должен быть с выпуклым плюсовым контактом.
Is the COB light white or is it yellow-ish?
White!
@@LonghornTactical where can I access the 4000K light?
Do you know if they already released a lamp with a 2700k/3000k mode?
No, it seems it's still the same color temp for now!
Hi, is there any camping light better than this?
Well that depends on your definition of better, but another popular lantern would be the Nitecore LR70
@LonghornTactical all the specs seems like fenix is a better camping light haha
Does this lantern operate normally with a standard 21700 battery, without the overload protection circuit? Does it charge normally?
I use Samsung 40T batteries in all my devices requiring a 21700 cell.
I understand Fenix doesn't want the liability of leaving an unprotected 21700 in the hands of the general public, but the Fenix protected 21700 cell that comes installed is virtually unfindable, and isn't correctly priced anyway.
Thank you for the review...
We would only recommend the protected battery as that is what is tested for the lamp, however, I personally would imagine it would work just the same, but again, we have not tested that claim.
Amazing!! 👍🏻
Glad you like it!
Nice review but I thought this light is 650 lumens?
In total, you are right! Combining the highest down output with the highest lantern mode will achieve 650 lumens of brightness.
Bit useless as a battery bank if it’s not usbc out.
Unfortunately Fenix look so cheap..😢but they are good quality overall
No IT IS NOT THE BEST LANTERN FROM FENIX. I have one. I like it, but I cannot stand they branded their name right on the white portion of the lantern and try turning it on with one hand, not too easy as it you have turn the dial. Much harder than a push button. Again, I like it, but was disappointed. Bad design choices in my sense.
I just preorders the cl27r paid 76 with the discount you should check it out..
cl27r has too concentrated light and a terrible design@@derekquinones8614