Ultimately, I chose the Black Diamond Spot, which is generally suitable for hiking, camping, running, and climbing, plus other similarly paced nighttime activities. The three models I was deliberating between were all less expensive, lighter weight, longer lasting, and brighter (by several factors) than the lights I had used for my thru-hikes in the 2000’s and for running Leadville in 2008. While in the headlamp aisle at the local REI last summer, I wondered if other customers felt fortunate for the recent advances in LED technology. It’s bright, lightweight, versatile, and reasonably priced. Here the maximum is 9.The Black Diamond Spot is a solid all-around headlamp. The second digit stands for protection against water and moisture. If there is an X in this position, this is not rated. The first digit stands for protection against dust and dirt. The Black Diamond Storm 400 is certified with IPX67. The Black Diamond Spot 350 is certified with IPX8. The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. The Black Diamond Storm 400 weighs 120 g. With a weight of 86 g, the Black Diamond Spot 350* wins the race in the lightness point. But also when running a lighter lamp is of course more comfortable. However, normal rechargeable batteries can also be used.Įspecially when hiking or climbing, ballast is undesirable. The maximum operating time is always specified at the lowest power.įor many headlamps there are also special rechargeable batteries from the manufacturer to use the lamps longer. The latter can shine for a maximum of 150,0 hours. With a maximum burn time of Black Diamond Spot 350, the headlamp is ahead of the Black Diamond Storm 400. These colors are also usually used for night vision.īoth lamps are powered by 3 x AAA batteries. Some models have other colors besides red and white: Also to not be seen by wildlife or when fishing and not to scare off is the red light advantageous. The red light is used for night vision among other things to see better. Red light is provided by both headlamps from the comparison. The luminous intensity is freely dimmable for both the Black Diamond Spot 350 and the Black Diamond Storm 400. Partially, however, the focus changes with the different fixed light levels. The focus of the light cone cannot be freely adjusted in either model. With unknown dealers, also called China dealers, the data can often not be correct. The values here come from information and tests of the manufacturers. The Black Diamond Storm 400 manages a maximum of 100 m in distance. The Black Diamond Storm 400* offers more in maximum luminous range. When running in the city, this can sometimes be disadvantageous, Outdoors, more brightness is often handy. Thus, the Black Diamond Storm 400* performs better in terms of maximum luminosity. Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine. The Black Diamond Spot 350 is 350 Lumen less than the Black Diamond Storm 400. You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. Let's take a closer look at the two Spot 350* and Storm 400* brand headlamps and see the differences.