Ledlenser H6 vs Petzl Bindi - Where are the differences?

Brand
Ledlenser
Petzl
Product name
H6
Bindi
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Only differences
Luminosity
Brightness, max.
Brightness, max.
200 Lumen
Brightness, max.
200 Lumen
Luminous range, max.
Luminous range, max.
120 m
Luminous range, max.
36 m
Functions
Light levels
Light levels
2
Light levels
3
Focusable
Focusable
Yes
Focusable
No
Dimmable
Dimmable
Yes
Dimmable
No
Lamp tiltable
Lamp tiltable
Yes
Lamp tiltable
Yes
Flashing light
Flashing light
No
Flashing light
No
Light colors
Rotes Licht
Rotes Licht
No
Rotes Licht
Yes
Battery
Battery life
Battery life
60,0 hours
Battery life
50,0 hours
Battery
Battery
AAA
Battery
Lithium-ion battery
Number of batteries
Number of batteries
3
Number of batteries
-
Battery capacity
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
680 mah
Rechargeable via USB
Rechargeable via USB
No
Rechargeable via USB
Yes
Waterproof
Certification
Certification
IPX4
Certification
IPX4
Special features
Taillight
Taillight
No
Taillight
No
Loop over head
Loop over head
Yes
Loop over head
No
App
Available
Available
No
Available
No

Where are the differences?

Let's take a closer look at the differences between the Ledlenser H6* and Petzl Bindi* headlamps.

Luminosity and luminous range

You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. The value is identical for both sitrn lamps from the comparison with 200 Lumen. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine.

Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. Based on the values, the Ledlenser H6 and Petzl Bindi do not differ in maximum luminosity. Outdoors, more brightness is often handy. When running in the city, this can sometimes be disadvantageous, since the brightness can also dazzle.

With up to 120 m, the Ledlenser H6* outshines the Petzl Bindi in luminous range. The latter has a maximum luminous range of up to 36 m.

The values here come from information and tests of the manufacturers. With unknown dealers, also called China dealers, the data can often not be correct.

The focus of the light cone is only freely adjustable with the Ledlenser H6. Partially, however, the focus changes with the different fixed light levels.

The luminous intensity is freely dimmable only for the Ledlenser H6. However, the luminosity can also vary by the different levels.

Red light and further light colors

Only the Petzl Bindi* provides red light. The red light is used for night vision among other things to see better. Also to not be seen by wildlife or when fishing and not to scare off is the red light advantageous.

Besides red and white, some models offer other colors. These are usually for better night vision as well. The Ledlenser H6 and Petzl Bindi both have no other colors.

Batterie und Akkulaufzeit

The power supply differs between the two lamps.

With a maximum burn time of Ledlenser H6, the headlamp is ahead of the Petzl Bindi. The latter can shine for a maximum of 50,0 hours. The maximum operating time is always specified at the lowest power.

For many headlamps there are also special rechargeable batteries from the manufacturer to use the lamps longer. However, normal rechargeable batteries can also be used.

Which headlamp is lighter?

Especially when hiking or climbing, ballast is undesirable. But also when running a lighter lamp is of course more comfortable. The Petzl Bindi* has a weight of 35 g. The weight of the Ledlenser H6 is 133 g.

Which lamp is weatherproof?

The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. There is no difference at this point. Both are certified with IPX4. The first digit stands for protection against dust and dirt. If there is an X in this position, this is not rated. The maximum possible value is 6. The second digit stands for protection against water and moisture. Here the maximum is 9.

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