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Goal Zero Lighthouse Micro Flash vs Outwell Carnelian 500

What Lighthouse Micro Flash does better (2) and where Carnelian 500 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Goal Zero Lighthouse Micro Flash
Goal Zero · 2021Lighthouse Micro Flash
6.2Score
2 advantages≈ $20
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Outwell Carnelian 500
Outwell · 2022Carnelian 500
6.1Score
1 advantage≈ $20
3.5Brightness & throw7.5
6.4Battery & charging4.9
7.7Build & durability4.4

Why is Lighthouse Micro Flash better than Carnelian 500?

  1. Maximum runtime170 h vs 24 h7.1×
  2. Weight68 g vs 390 g5.7×

Why is Carnelian 500 better than Lighthouse Micro Flash?

  1. Maximum output200 lm vs 500 lm2.5×
Specifications

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Light output
Maximum output200 lm500 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
LED makerSamsung—
Number of LEDs5—
Colour temperature3,800K—
Battery & charging
Battery18650 Li-ion, AAAD
Number of batteries—3
Battery capacity2,600 mAh—
Maximum runtime170 h24 h
RechargeableYes—
Battery level indicatorYes—
Build & durability
Protection ratingIPX6—
Water protection (IPx)IPx6—
Size & weight
Length / height93 mm180 mm
Head diameter / width38.1 mm—
Weight68 g390 g
Modes & features
ColoursSilver—
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