As I have both and did compare them too. Definitely more spill with the extra throw (bigger head and deeper lens) from the xml in the EA4. The tint makes my Fenix LD41 look cool blue but as I have mentioned in another thread, there is a purple ring present at the hotspot edge. It runs fine on 2000mAh Eneloops that I got back in 2010. BTW my EA4 is NW tint.
I’m not sure, but there appears to be a lot of ambient light in Rikr’s two beam shot photos. The second photo seems to show a lot of flood/spill on the house wall to the right and the car just ahead.
With all the members that have already received this light…Hasn’t anyone taken some beamshots in total darkness that provide a more distinct/truer beam profile?
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Were you talking about the Maelstrom G5 in your comments about comparison that I have quoted below ? Thanks Bruce
Yes I was talking about the Maelstrom G5 for the spill and throw comparison. I use an Eagletac 18650 in my G5 but have some cr123a's in a surefire cr123a caddy for backup. Sorry to confuse you with the Fenix LD41 comparison comment.
The direct comparison really helps. Is the difference big enough to make the G5 irrelevant ? Also, when the EA4 steps down, is it still brighter than the G5 on turbo ? Sorry to pester, but your answers will make the difference in whether I buy or not.
Glenn, You are so right!! I look so forward to getting on here and being part of such a great group of guys and gals!! Everyone is very helpful and willing to go the extra mile to help another member out!!!
I have both and the EA4 wins hands down. Spill throw this thing has it all. The PA40s low is the only advantage it has going for it against this little beast.
This is one of the few non-maglites I have seen that I actually think I would like. Oh well, hopefully someone will clone it soon and lower the price to about $25.
Really nice looking and pumps out the light, for 4AA. Anyone know what kind of amp draw it does? or has anyone tested OTF lumens?