Fenix P3D 6 Level High Performance Cree LED Flashlight
From Fenix
The Fenix P3D premium Q5 is a high-tech, rugged tool that's perfect for any lighting application. It features six levels of output, which not only allows the user to select the best compromise between brightness and runtime for any given task, but also has ability to aid in an emergency. The six output levels include dim, regular, high, SOS, turbo and strobe. When in turbo mode, the Fenix P3D throws an awesome 215 lumens beam, an incredible amount of light for a light of any size. If you're looking for a flashlight with solid reliability, digitally regulated brightness, and compact size, this Fenix is for you.
- Amazon Sales Rank: #6113 in Sports & Outdoors
- Size: 4.5 inches length
- Color: Black
- Brand: FENIX
- Model: P3D
- Dimensions: 1.00" h x 3.50" w x 7.00" l, .25 pounds
Fenix P3D, Powerful, Versatile
Great little light. I recommend this flashlight for anyone looking for a portable flexible powerhouse. In turbo mode It throws a wide powerful beam of light, like a flood light you can hide in the palm of your hand. While an adjustable flashlight like a Maglight will throw a concentrated beam further than the P3D it wont light up a wide area like this little guy.
On the low setting you can use it in tight quarters like inside a camper or tent without blinding everybody. In turbo mode you can strap it to the front of your Harley and roll down the highway under the moonlight. Or... The P3D has a flat bottom and can be stood up to be used as a candle. The strobe mode works well and though I find it superfluous... you might not. The color of the beam in turbo mode is white tending to a slight greenish blue tint as you lower the brightness.
The switch is recessed and requires a full press to activate making the P3D difficult to operate with one hand (my thumb wont bend tightly enough to get into the recess). When you manage to turn it on it makes an audible click. If you have your side arm in one hand and this flashlight in the other you will have a hard time turning it on and when you do it will make an audible click. Speaking of the switch, one switch controls 4 functions, on/off, medium, high and flashing (turning the bezel activates Turbo mode). In order to get it to flash you must press the same switch 4 times. Although I don't like devices that use one switch for too many functions I think the designers handled this one about as well as they could given the size of the flashlight. To sum up, the switch is not great but not a deal killer either.
Pros: Small, lightweight, powerful beam with no dark spots, versatile, well constructed.
Cons: Body is too small to use as self defense weapon and switch is too loud and inconvenient for tactical, round body can roll off flat surfaces, beam is not adjustable.
To conclude, if you need a tactical light keep looking but if you want great little all around light for emergencies or camping than the pros vastly outweigh the cons and the P3D is simply put, a great thrower of light. Isn't that what you want in a flashlight? Buy it!
Wickedly Bright
Brighter than any full size flashlight I've ever used. Can clearly illuminate objects >150' away. Lowest output is plenty for inside usage. Strobe mode very distracting and demands immediate attention. Beam is even and wide. Illuminates entire sides of houses at 150'.
Batteries are available, but are harder to find than AA and cost substantially more.
Description specifies that batteries are included yet there were no batteries in my box from Amazon. Only four stars because of no batteries contrary to item description.
Little flashlight packs giant punch
I'm just toally amazed at the high concentration of light this thing produces. It's so small I barely even know its in my pocket but it puts other flashlights that are ten times bigger to complete shame. Pricey, but if you need light, its better to have extra than not enough, right? Its worth every penny
