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Ledlenser HF8R Signature vs Silva Free 1200 XS

What HF8R Signature does better (3) and where Free 1200 XS wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF8R Signature
Ledlenser · 2023HF8R Signature
7.8Score
3 advantages≈ $105
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Silva Free 1200 XS
Silva · 2023Free 1200 XS
6.4Score
0 advantages≈ $100
9.2Brightness & throw7.6
6.6Build & durability4.1

Why is HF8R Signature better than Free 1200 XS?

  1. Maximum output2,000 lm vs 1,200 lm+67%
  2. Weight193 g vs 230 g+19%
  3. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%

Why is Free 1200 XS better than HF8R Signature?

Free 1200 XS has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Light output
Maximum output2,000 lm1,200 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—150 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Adjustable focus (zoom)Yes—
LED & beam
Colour rendering (CRI)70—
Battery & charging
Number of batteries—1
Maximum runtime—35 h
RechargeableYes—
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP68—
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx7
Body material—Aluminium
Size & weight
Weight193 g230 g
Modes & features
StrobeYes—
Red lightYes—
Colours—Black
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