Camping lanterns and lights

A camping lantern gives wide, even light in a tent, under a shelter and at the campsite. It suits cooking, sorting gear, reading and evening downtime better than a narrow-beam flashlight. When choosing, look at brightness, levels, runtime, power source, hanging options and water resistance. A small tent doesn't need the most powerful light; at a large campsite both reach and the ability to dim matter. Quick pick: tent and reading — up to 300 lm; diffuse light; table and normal camp — 300–600 lm; stable base or hook; larger shelter — 600–1000 lm; several levels; work — over 1000 lm, tough body.