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Simplicity must be one of the words, Olight had in mind when they designed the R20. The R20 is a compact, usb-rechargeable, easy-to-use light. With a max of 600 lumens, and a max runtime of 12 hours,
it suits most general flashlight users.
The packaging:
The R20 comes in the new-style box, from Olight. Text on the outside shows the most important information about the light, and the transparent plastic gives a 360-degrees view of the light.
Inside the box you'll find; the R20, product manual, Olight leaflet, 12V > usb charging adaptor, usb-cable, lanyard and extra o-rings. The custom-battery is already installed in the light.
Before you start to use the light, charging the battery is recommended.
Specifications: (given by Olight)
The manual shows clearly the specs on the R20. It even includes a runtime chart.
User Interface:
The UI on the R20 is quite simple. Mode-changing happens from Off-state.
A half-press turns-on the Low-mode. A quick half-press twice, will give you High-mode.
Half-press three times for Strobe. When you've the mode you want, click the switch for constant. Switching modes is also possible by twisting the tailcap loosen and tighten
rapidly. In that case the light has to be On. For lock-out, just twist the tailcap a quarter-turn.
The Light:
The R20 has a smooth the design. It's comfortable in hand and has enough grip with the knurling. Although there isn't any knurling on the tailcap, the tailcap is easy to loosen and tighten.
The switch sticks out, so tailstanding is a no-go unfortunately. At the head you will find the usb-port to charge the battery, that comes with the light. The usb-port has a cover and o-ring
to prevent water getting in. The head is coated differently than the rest of the body. When I feel the coating on the head, I feel ridges. Something I haven't seen or felt before.
The milled-out slots at the head, prevents the light from rolling around. The led is perfectly centered surrounded by a smooth reflector.
Above the usb-port you find the led charging-indicator. Red when charging and green when fully charged. Easy to see at night, but with daylight it can be difficult.
The usb-cover needs about one and a half turn, to reveal the usb-port.
Any mirco usb-cable can be used to charge the light. Charging time depends on the power-source.
Down the tube you can see the extra spring needed for charging. Olight doesn't specify that other 18650 batteries can be used, so I won't recommend to use other batteries other than
the supplied one with the light.
Thread are smooth and well lubed on my sample. There is some play when you loosen the tailcap.
Size comparison:
From left to right; Olight S10-L2, Zebralight SC600 MKII L2, Fenix TK12 (TK09), Olight R20, Fenix PD35
Beamshots:
(To be able to compare, I photograph beamshots with the same settings. In previous review I selected settings to be as closely to what I saw in real-life. That way comparison between my reviews
can be difficult. Shutter-time is short so photos are more likely to be darker, then you would see in real-life.)
F/5, 1/30 sec, ISO400. Canon 500D
Camera and light approx 4 meters away from the wall.
Low:
High:
Conclusion:
Olight did a good job on making a general use light, which is easy to use for most people. The usb-charging option makes it a nice option for people who are new to high-end flashlights.
The R20 has more throw than I expected. Some people even might consider to EDC the light. For most tasks the mode-spacing is good. With 80 lumens you've enough light to walk around in complete darkness.
Although I do prefer a lower Low, or a extra Medium mode. This light would hit a home-run in my book when modes where spaced like, for example; 10-90-600 lumens.
Packaging doesn't include a holster or a clip, which is a downside. I do understand why the light doesn't come with a AC-adapter. Most people have those laying around the house, that came with other electronic products.
All-in-all this light can be a great choice for your needs. Specially when you're new in the high-powered flashlight world
- Review-sample was provided by Adola B.V. and Olight -
Simplicity must be one of the words, Olight had in mind when they designed the R20. The R20 is a compact, usb-rechargeable, easy-to-use light. With a max of 600 lumens, and a max runtime of 12 hours,
it suits most general flashlight users.
The packaging:
The R20 comes in the new-style box, from Olight. Text on the outside shows the most important information about the light, and the transparent plastic gives a 360-degrees view of the light.
Inside the box you'll find; the R20, product manual, Olight leaflet, 12V > usb charging adaptor, usb-cable, lanyard and extra o-rings. The custom-battery is already installed in the light.
Before you start to use the light, charging the battery is recommended.
Specifications: (given by Olight)
The manual shows clearly the specs on the R20. It even includes a runtime chart.
User Interface:
The UI on the R20 is quite simple. Mode-changing happens from Off-state.
A half-press turns-on the Low-mode. A quick half-press twice, will give you High-mode.
Half-press three times for Strobe. When you've the mode you want, click the switch for constant. Switching modes is also possible by twisting the tailcap loosen and tighten
rapidly. In that case the light has to be On. For lock-out, just twist the tailcap a quarter-turn.
The Light:
The R20 has a smooth the design. It's comfortable in hand and has enough grip with the knurling. Although there isn't any knurling on the tailcap, the tailcap is easy to loosen and tighten.
The switch sticks out, so tailstanding is a no-go unfortunately. At the head you will find the usb-port to charge the battery, that comes with the light. The usb-port has a cover and o-ring
to prevent water getting in. The head is coated differently than the rest of the body. When I feel the coating on the head, I feel ridges. Something I haven't seen or felt before.
The milled-out slots at the head, prevents the light from rolling around. The led is perfectly centered surrounded by a smooth reflector.
Above the usb-port you find the led charging-indicator. Red when charging and green when fully charged. Easy to see at night, but with daylight it can be difficult.
The usb-cover needs about one and a half turn, to reveal the usb-port.
Any mirco usb-cable can be used to charge the light. Charging time depends on the power-source.
Down the tube you can see the extra spring needed for charging. Olight doesn't specify that other 18650 batteries can be used, so I won't recommend to use other batteries other than
the supplied one with the light.
Thread are smooth and well lubed on my sample. There is some play when you loosen the tailcap.
Size comparison:
From left to right; Olight S10-L2, Zebralight SC600 MKII L2, Fenix TK12 (TK09), Olight R20, Fenix PD35
Beamshots:
(To be able to compare, I photograph beamshots with the same settings. In previous review I selected settings to be as closely to what I saw in real-life. That way comparison between my reviews
can be difficult. Shutter-time is short so photos are more likely to be darker, then you would see in real-life.)
F/5, 1/30 sec, ISO400. Canon 500D
Camera and light approx 4 meters away from the wall.
Low:
High:
Conclusion:
Olight did a good job on making a general use light, which is easy to use for most people. The usb-charging option makes it a nice option for people who are new to high-end flashlights.
The R20 has more throw than I expected. Some people even might consider to EDC the light. For most tasks the mode-spacing is good. With 80 lumens you've enough light to walk around in complete darkness.
Although I do prefer a lower Low, or a extra Medium mode. This light would hit a home-run in my book when modes where spaced like, for example; 10-90-600 lumens.
Packaging doesn't include a holster or a clip, which is a downside. I do understand why the light doesn't come with a AC-adapter. Most people have those laying around the house, that came with other electronic products.
All-in-all this light can be a great choice for your needs. Specially when you're new in the high-powered flashlight world
- Review-sample was provided by Adola B.V. and Olight -
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