There's lots of flashlights on Ebay and other places that say they put out 6000 lumens or even 10,000 lumens. These flashlights are less than $10. How does this differ? Are those sellers exaggerating the performance of their flashlights?
ReggieMThose sellers definitely are. I've had a TM28 flashlight for about 5 years now, and it still amazes me. Back then I bought it off thinkgeek during their regular site wide 30% discount, I believe I paid approximately $400 CAD including the rechargeable nitecore batteries.
Although, I think mine puts out 4000 lumens, not 6000. Looks like the new models have increased output to justify the increase in price compared to 5 years ago.
ReggieMCorrection, -advertised- to put out 6,000 lumens. It's a complete load of crap. I've had 3 Ebay bicycle flashlights ranging from 2k-4k lumens until I bought a branded one that output "only" 880, which is about 3 times as bright.
ReggieMbecause nitecore don't lie as much as ebay sellers...
Some ebay sellers might be talking the total LED lumin which is not realistic, you need to see how much does those lumin can actually come out front...also, you are not just buying for the lumin...there are also tint, UI, CD and water/dust proof you need to look into.
needhelpYep, it is very much a thing.
I have a Gemini Duo 1500. People use them for Enduro races, or trail riding at night.
I bought mine for a Canoe race that goes through the night.
But Gemini, Light and Motion, and others sell models that go to 4000 lumen and above.