Hello guys, one of the best all around flashlights arrived today, Fenix TK35 L2 and TK35 Ultimate Edition. So I would like to show these flashlights. Let's see how working XM-L2 vs MT-G2 side by side. I hope this post will help for choice.
Fenix TK35 (Cree XM-L2 U2 CW LED)
Official,
Description
Fenix TK35 is a high-intensity multi-functional flashlight. Using CREE XM-L2 U2 LED, it delivers a max 900-lumen output with two 18650 batteries or four CR123A batteries. Offering 4 brightness levels, strobe and SOS function, dual tail switches, TK35 excels in various outdoor activities, such as exploring, camping, searching, caving and more.
Features
- Cree XM-L2 (U2) LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
- Uses four 3V CR123A batteries (Lithium) or two 18650 rechargeable batteries (Li-ion)
- 165mm (Length) x44mm (Diameter) x52mm (Head)
- 275-gram weight (excluding batteries)
- Digitally regulated output - maintains constant brightness
- Reverse polarity protection, to protect from improper battery installation
- Low-voltage warning function, to remind users of low power
- Dual button switch in the tail cap, convenient operation
- Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
- Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
- Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
My Impressions (TK35 L2)
Pros
+ Very good build quality as always from Fenix
+ Nice black anodizing without any scratches
+ Aluminium tailcap (not plastic as old first gen TK35 XM-L T6)
+ Nice beam, not visible rings etc. the led is well centered (not 100% perfect but good)
+ I have not seen PWM or other irritating flickering, not hear buzzing sounds etc, all mode OK!
+ Unprotected/flat top batteries support
+ The mode selection switch reaction time is perfect, react immediately
+ Simple UI with well spaced modes
+ Hidden modes (SOS, Strobe)
+ Relative compact size
+ Good throwing capable
+ Good quality holster, lanyard
Cons
- The reflector surface is slightly dusty
- Switches plastic parts slightly rattle (inside in the tailcap)
Fenix TK35 Ultimate Edition (Cree MT-G2 NW LED, 5000K)
Official,
Description
Some boundaries are made to be pushed. Thanks to the revolutionary Cree MT-G2 LED, the TK35 Ultimate Edition produces 1800-lumen maximum output while still keeps the size and power options in tact. Besides the output boost, the neutral white Cree MT-G2 LED also provides better color rendition. The light features dual tail switch system for one hand operation.
Features
- Utilizes Cree MT-G2 LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
- Uses two 18650 rechargeable batteries (Li-ion) or four 3V
- CR123A batteries (Lithium)
- 165mm (Length) × 44mm (Diameter) × 52mm (Head)
- 265-gram weight (excluding batteries)
- Digitally regulated output - maintains constant brightness
- Reverse polarity protection to protect from improper
- battery installation
- Low-voltage warning function to remind users of low power
- Dual button switch in the tail, convenient operation
- Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
- Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
- Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
My Impressions (TK35 UE)
Pros
+ Nice packaging, design (box)
+ Very good build quality as always from Fenix
+ Clean reflector, lens
+ Nice black anodizing without any scratches
+ Aluminium tailcap (not plastic as old first gen TK35 XM-L T6)
+ Absolutely perfect beam quality with very nice neutral white tint. The MT-G2 led is really awesome
+ Unprotected/flat top batteries support
+ Well centered LED (not 100% perfect, but close to perfect)
+ I have not seen PWM or other irritating flickering, not hear buzzing sounds etc, all mode OK!
+ The mode selection switch reaction time is perfect, react immediately
+ Well spaced modes (25lm, 250lm, 750lm, 1800lm) with hidden extra modes (SOS, Strobe)
+ Relative compact size
+ Better, more useable beam in short distances, much better than XM-L2 version
+ Good quality holster, lanyard
Cons
- Switches plastic parts slightly rattle (inside in the tailcap)
Other comments
- If needed, you can use TK35 in candle mode, but only on stable, horizontal surfaces.
- TK35 UE has not perfect flat regulation in 1800 lumen mode, but in real life this is not big problem I think. If need more info about regulation, pls check selfbuilt review.
- I think TK35 would be better with side switches, would be more comfortable to everyday use.
For me: The winner is, TK35 UE and the MT-G2 LED!
Otherwise, I hope TK61 UE will be available later... I think TK61 huge reflector with 4 (or more) 18650 battery would be perfect combination with MT-G2 LED. My TK61 thread here
What I recommend (batteries, chargers etc.)
Protected 18650 li-ion batteries: Fenix ARB-L2S 3400mAh, Keeppower 2600mAh, 2900mAh (Panasonic NCR18650PF cell), 3400mAh, 3600mAh, Orbtronic cells
Unprotected 18650 li-ion batteries for advanced users: Sanyo UR18650FM 2600mAh, Panasonic NCR18650PF 2900mAh, Panasonic NCR18650B 3400mAh, NCR18650G 3600mAh
Charger(s): XTAR WP2 II (2014), XTAR VP1
XM-L2 U2 with smooth reflector (left) vs huge MT-G2 LED with orange peel ref. (right)
more photos coming soon!
Fenix TK35 (Cree XM-L2 U2 CW LED)
Official,
Description
Fenix TK35 is a high-intensity multi-functional flashlight. Using CREE XM-L2 U2 LED, it delivers a max 900-lumen output with two 18650 batteries or four CR123A batteries. Offering 4 brightness levels, strobe and SOS function, dual tail switches, TK35 excels in various outdoor activities, such as exploring, camping, searching, caving and more.
Features
- Cree XM-L2 (U2) LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
- Uses four 3V CR123A batteries (Lithium) or two 18650 rechargeable batteries (Li-ion)
- 165mm (Length) x44mm (Diameter) x52mm (Head)
- 275-gram weight (excluding batteries)
- Digitally regulated output - maintains constant brightness
- Reverse polarity protection, to protect from improper battery installation
- Low-voltage warning function, to remind users of low power
- Dual button switch in the tail cap, convenient operation
- Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
- Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
- Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
My Impressions (TK35 L2)
Pros
+ Very good build quality as always from Fenix
+ Nice black anodizing without any scratches
+ Aluminium tailcap (not plastic as old first gen TK35 XM-L T6)
+ Nice beam, not visible rings etc. the led is well centered (not 100% perfect but good)
+ I have not seen PWM or other irritating flickering, not hear buzzing sounds etc, all mode OK!
+ Unprotected/flat top batteries support
+ The mode selection switch reaction time is perfect, react immediately
+ Simple UI with well spaced modes
+ Hidden modes (SOS, Strobe)
+ Relative compact size
+ Good throwing capable
+ Good quality holster, lanyard
Cons
- The reflector surface is slightly dusty
- Switches plastic parts slightly rattle (inside in the tailcap)
Fenix TK35 Ultimate Edition (Cree MT-G2 NW LED, 5000K)
Official,
Description
Some boundaries are made to be pushed. Thanks to the revolutionary Cree MT-G2 LED, the TK35 Ultimate Edition produces 1800-lumen maximum output while still keeps the size and power options in tact. Besides the output boost, the neutral white Cree MT-G2 LED also provides better color rendition. The light features dual tail switch system for one hand operation.
Features
- Utilizes Cree MT-G2 LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
- Uses two 18650 rechargeable batteries (Li-ion) or four 3V
- CR123A batteries (Lithium)
- 165mm (Length) × 44mm (Diameter) × 52mm (Head)
- 265-gram weight (excluding batteries)
- Digitally regulated output - maintains constant brightness
- Reverse polarity protection to protect from improper
- battery installation
- Low-voltage warning function to remind users of low power
- Dual button switch in the tail, convenient operation
- Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
- Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
- Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
My Impressions (TK35 UE)
Pros
+ Nice packaging, design (box)
+ Very good build quality as always from Fenix
+ Clean reflector, lens
+ Nice black anodizing without any scratches
+ Aluminium tailcap (not plastic as old first gen TK35 XM-L T6)
+ Absolutely perfect beam quality with very nice neutral white tint. The MT-G2 led is really awesome
+ Unprotected/flat top batteries support
+ Well centered LED (not 100% perfect, but close to perfect)
+ I have not seen PWM or other irritating flickering, not hear buzzing sounds etc, all mode OK!
+ The mode selection switch reaction time is perfect, react immediately
+ Well spaced modes (25lm, 250lm, 750lm, 1800lm) with hidden extra modes (SOS, Strobe)
+ Relative compact size
+ Better, more useable beam in short distances, much better than XM-L2 version
+ Good quality holster, lanyard
Cons
- Switches plastic parts slightly rattle (inside in the tailcap)
Other comments
- If needed, you can use TK35 in candle mode, but only on stable, horizontal surfaces.
- TK35 UE has not perfect flat regulation in 1800 lumen mode, but in real life this is not big problem I think. If need more info about regulation, pls check selfbuilt review.
- I think TK35 would be better with side switches, would be more comfortable to everyday use.
For me: The winner is, TK35 UE and the MT-G2 LED!
Otherwise, I hope TK61 UE will be available later... I think TK61 huge reflector with 4 (or more) 18650 battery would be perfect combination with MT-G2 LED. My TK61 thread here
What I recommend (batteries, chargers etc.)
Protected 18650 li-ion batteries: Fenix ARB-L2S 3400mAh, Keeppower 2600mAh, 2900mAh (Panasonic NCR18650PF cell), 3400mAh, 3600mAh, Orbtronic cells
Unprotected 18650 li-ion batteries for advanced users: Sanyo UR18650FM 2600mAh, Panasonic NCR18650PF 2900mAh, Panasonic NCR18650B 3400mAh, NCR18650G 3600mAh
Charger(s): XTAR WP2 II (2014), XTAR VP1
XM-L2 U2 with smooth reflector (left) vs huge MT-G2 LED with orange peel ref. (right)
more photos coming soon!
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