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  • BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern

    The Black Diamond® is a pocket-sized, collapsible backcountry mini lantern that's perfect for trekking and backpacking excursions where saving weight is crucial.

    Features/Benefits:

    • This 3-ounce lantern compacts to 4 inches and extends in height to 5.5 inches, yet still casts a broad, 6-foot radius of light
    • Brightness of Orbit's non-glaring 1-watt LED can be adjusted thanks to dimming switch
    • Dual reflectors and frosted globe maximizes light output and minimizes lantern's shadow
    • Cleverly designed dual hooks on top of the Orbit allo it to be quickly and securely attached to tent or tree branch
    • Runs on 4 AAA alkalines as well as Black Diamond's Orbit-specific NRG2 Rechargeable Battery Kit

  • BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern

    Weight 3 oz.

Reviews/Comments

Review Snapshot® by PowerReviews
BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.6 stars
(based on 20 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Compact (20), Lightweight (19), Easy to setup (17), Powerful light output (16), Easy to adjust (13)
Best Uses:
Camping (16), Backcountry camping (15), Emergencies (13), Travel (13), Survival (4)
Describe Yourself:
Avid adventurer (10), Casual/ recreational (6), Casual adventurer (4)
What Is Your Gear Style:
Survivalist / minimalist (10), Comfort driven (9)
Reviewed by 20 CustomersSort by:
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BD Orbit - Just about perfect...
By SpeedsterVerified Reviewer from Irvine, CA on 8/26/2010
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Long Run Time, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds, Emergencies, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

Best lil light out there. I added this lamp to my gear after purchasing the BD Apollo. This is a perfect lamp/size for a tent light. Output is amazing for such a small size, and the run time is far better than expected. The tiny size and external clip means it will "always" be with me in or on my pack.

This lamp gives one everything they need in a small camp light and paired with the Apollo, will be more than enough to illuminate any campsite

Highly recommend!!

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Cool Little Light
By Newly back into Camping from West Monroe, LA on 8/26/2010
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Adjust, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Emergencies, Survival
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

This little lantern is wonderful. Strong light output for its size--can't tell much difference between the Orbit and the much larger Apollo when compared in the dark. However, the run time on the Apollo is supposed to be much longer than the Orbit. I have not had the chance to compare actual run times for both lanterns, but for my 2 or 3 night excursions I expect they will last more than long enough. I also compared the Orbit to a similar sized Coleman lantern run by 3 AA batteries and the Orbit was much brighter. It is a bit expensive, but compared to the Apollow it seems like a good buy.

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doesn't live up to expectations
By ORP from USA on 8/4/2010
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Setup
Cons:
Heavy, Poor Light Output, Short Run Time
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

i had looked in to purchasing one of these lights previously and did not due to the ridiculous price. After finally buying the lantern i realized that all the reviews did not parallel the actual lanterns performance. yes this is slightly above average in light output for its size but after paying [$] i hoped for extrodenary performance which i did not receive. this light is built with quality but does not put out extraordinary amounts of light

Eastern Mountain Sports Response: We're surprised to hear you're disappointed with your Black Diamond Orbit! While your expectations may have exceeded its light output you can always return or exchange it with us. Call us for help at 888-463-6367.
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slick, tiny & powerful light
By EmmaVerified Reviewer from Houston, TX on 7/21/2010
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Cons:
Haven't found one yet
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Find bathroom in the dark, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

bought this for hurricane season, when power goes out. love it! Things that are great about it: easy to turn on with very bright output. I leave it at bedside, for occasional stumbles to the bathroom.
for travel, I use it on London flight, to see where I'm going when cabin is dark. Very lightweight and convenient to store in carry-on bag. Only improvement I recommend is a glow-in-the-dark feature.

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This tiny little lanter is so powerful.
By happy camperVerified Reviewer from brooklyn, ny on 6/11/2010
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds, Emergencies, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

When I turned it on, I was shocked! I didn't expect for this tiny little lantern to project such bright light. Took me awhile to figure out how to adjust but once I figured it out, I was a very happy camper!

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Great Little Lantern
By SDR from Big Bear Lake, CA on 2/19/2010
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Campgrounds, Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

Nice little lantern, smaller than I thought it would be (4" tall). Well designed with folding hooks on top and non-slip feet built into base...
Bought it for the house for power failures, it's bright enough to light a room up..

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Great little lite
By spikeofwoolsey from long island, ny on 1/19/2010
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Long Run Time
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

Very light, packs small. Uses AAA as my headlamp. Great little light for around the camp during minimalist treks. Just wish the light output was just alittle brighter.

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Love it
By Adam L.Verified Reviewer from King of Prussia on 12/29/2009
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds, Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

Cant say enough about this lantern. Small, lightweight, adjustable and gives off good light. What more could you ask for? Was able to read my book in my tent with the light adjusted at half strength. Takes up virtually no room in my pack and weighs almost nothing. 5 stars

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Great little light
By MattVerified Reviewer from Oxford, MS on 12/25/2009
Pros:
Compact, Durable Design, Easy To Adjust, Easy To Setup, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

Well designed light. I own several high end flashlights and this is just a really cool little light. Very bright and throws a good beam out. It's by far the most convenient lantern I've ever seen.

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small and bright
By squidVerified Buyer from malone ny on 8/9/2009
Pros:
Compact, Lightweight, Powerful Light Output
Best Uses:
Backcountry Camping, Campgrounds, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven

Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Orbit Lantern:

easy to use ,compact

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