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The new Olight S2 Baton, is the larger brother of the earlier released S1 Baton. Being a Baton-series light, it's quite compact but still has power enough for those dark places.
A Cree XM-L2 led it fitted behind a PMMA TIR lens, and has a max output of 950 lumens. The S2 shares the same features as other S-series flashlight including a low-profile side switch, removable pocket clip, magnetic tailcap, and timer. The S2 can be the choice for users looking for a flashlight that can take an 18650 battery, and still have an extremely small form factor.
The packaging:The S2 comes in Olight standard translucent packaging. Inside you'll find the S2, manual, lanyard and CR123A battery magazine.
Features and Specifications: (given by Olight)
KEY FEATURES:
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
MSRP: $49.95
The manual gives information on specs, user interface and more. Always handy to read before usage
This manual is multi-language.
The compact size of the S2 makes it very suitable for EDC. The clip has good tension and clips tightly. If desired the clip is removable.
The side-switch is located near the head. The switch cover is almost flat which prevents accidental activation when carried. The bezel and switch binder ring are stainless steel processed with a PVD technology
with a good looking blue coating. In the tail of the light is a magnetic. The magnet is also removable. Knurling on the light provides enough grip during use.
You might have notice the little battery-indication mark on the side of the light. Most flashlight need the positive-end of the battery towards the head. With the S2 it's the other way around.
In the S2, the battery positive-end has to face the tailcap. A reverse polarity protection is present, if the battery is wrongly inserted.
Laser engraving and anodizing is spotless. Threads are well cut and came well lubed.
Threads are square cut and fully anodized. At the side of the tailcap is a hole for lanyard attachment.
User Interface:
Operation of the light is done via the side-switch.
Click the side-switch to turn the light On, in the memorized brightness level, single click again to turn Off.
When On, press and hold to cycle between the modes Low > Med > High > Turbo.
To access Moonlight mode, press and hold for 1 second from Off.
Turbo mode is also directly available from Off. Double click quickly from Off. A triple click will enter Strobe mode.
The light contains two timer settings: long timer (9 minutes) and short timer (3 minutes). Double click the side switch to enter this setting, short timer blink once for 3 minutes, long timer blinks 2 times for 9 minutes.
Double click the side switch to change the timer to the opposite setting. The light will automatically turn Off when the timer is over.
The S2 doesn't have a memory for Moonlight mode. There is only a 10 minutes memory when Turbo is last used.
Size comparison:
Olight S10, Olight S2, Olight S20R, Olight 18650
Indoor Beamshots/ Outdoor Beamshots:
ISO400, f/5.6, 1/50 sec - Canon 500D - Light approx 30cm/ camera 1m in front of wall. Moonlight mode is not included in the beamshots.
ISO400, f/5.6, 3,2 sec - Canon 500D. Lights were slightly angled towards the ground.
Pros and Cons:
+ Size/output ratio
+ Pleased wide-spread beam
+ Pocket clip
+ Timer option
- Different battery polarity then most other flashlights
Conclusion:
Olight offers again a beautiful EDC light. Some may prefer the size of the smaller S1, but with a 18650 battery, the S2 offers much more runtime.
A think to remember is the different battery polarity, but a reverse polarity protection is present to protect the light. The TIR lens provides a clean wide spread beam, which
is very useful with close-up work.
S2 Baton was supplied by Adola for review, on behalf of Olight.
A Cree XM-L2 led it fitted behind a PMMA TIR lens, and has a max output of 950 lumens. The S2 shares the same features as other S-series flashlight including a low-profile side switch, removable pocket clip, magnetic tailcap, and timer. The S2 can be the choice for users looking for a flashlight that can take an 18650 battery, and still have an extremely small form factor.
The packaging:The S2 comes in Olight standard translucent packaging. Inside you'll find the S2, manual, lanyard and CR123A battery magazine.
Features and Specifications: (given by Olight)
KEY FEATURES:
- Cree XM-L2 / U3 LED
- Maximum output up to 950 lumens
- 22 degree emission angle 90% transparent ratio PMMA TIR lens to deliver homogeneous spot light
- Stainless steel bezel and switch ring with PVD coating
- 4 standard modes: 950 lumens, 400 lumens, 80 lumens, 10 lumens
- 2 special modes: 0.5 lumens and 10Hz strobe mode
- Turbo mode has a limit of 2 minutes for constant on, after that the light output will ramp down by 50% within 1 minute
- built-in thermal management safety program.
- Built-in timer: 3 minutes (short timer)or 9 minutes (long timer)
- Flat tail cap design contains a strong magnet providing the ability to place it upside down and use it as a hands-free
- work light
- Positive polarity end on the battery faces the tail of the flashlight, reverse polarity protection to prevent improper battery installation
- Removable pocket clip that is scratch resistant
- Low standby current below 10uA
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
- Lanyard
- User Manual
- Battery magazine
MSRP: $49.95
The manual gives information on specs, user interface and more. Always handy to read before usage
This manual is multi-language.
The compact size of the S2 makes it very suitable for EDC. The clip has good tension and clips tightly. If desired the clip is removable.
The side-switch is located near the head. The switch cover is almost flat which prevents accidental activation when carried. The bezel and switch binder ring are stainless steel processed with a PVD technology
with a good looking blue coating. In the tail of the light is a magnetic. The magnet is also removable. Knurling on the light provides enough grip during use.
You might have notice the little battery-indication mark on the side of the light. Most flashlight need the positive-end of the battery towards the head. With the S2 it's the other way around.
In the S2, the battery positive-end has to face the tailcap. A reverse polarity protection is present, if the battery is wrongly inserted.
Laser engraving and anodizing is spotless. Threads are well cut and came well lubed.
Threads are square cut and fully anodized. At the side of the tailcap is a hole for lanyard attachment.
User Interface:
Operation of the light is done via the side-switch.
Click the side-switch to turn the light On, in the memorized brightness level, single click again to turn Off.
When On, press and hold to cycle between the modes Low > Med > High > Turbo.
To access Moonlight mode, press and hold for 1 second from Off.
Turbo mode is also directly available from Off. Double click quickly from Off. A triple click will enter Strobe mode.
The light contains two timer settings: long timer (9 minutes) and short timer (3 minutes). Double click the side switch to enter this setting, short timer blink once for 3 minutes, long timer blinks 2 times for 9 minutes.
Double click the side switch to change the timer to the opposite setting. The light will automatically turn Off when the timer is over.
The S2 doesn't have a memory for Moonlight mode. There is only a 10 minutes memory when Turbo is last used.
Size comparison:
Olight S10, Olight S2, Olight S20R, Olight 18650
Indoor Beamshots/ Outdoor Beamshots:
ISO400, f/5.6, 1/50 sec - Canon 500D - Light approx 30cm/ camera 1m in front of wall. Moonlight mode is not included in the beamshots.
ISO400, f/5.6, 3,2 sec - Canon 500D. Lights were slightly angled towards the ground.
Pros and Cons:
+ Size/output ratio
+ Pleased wide-spread beam
+ Pocket clip
+ Timer option
- Different battery polarity then most other flashlights
Conclusion:
Olight offers again a beautiful EDC light. Some may prefer the size of the smaller S1, but with a 18650 battery, the S2 offers much more runtime.
A think to remember is the different battery polarity, but a reverse polarity protection is present to protect the light. The TIR lens provides a clean wide spread beam, which
is very useful with close-up work.
S2 Baton was supplied by Adola for review, on behalf of Olight.
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