Emisar D3AA vs Emisar DW3AA
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Quick take: The Emisar D3AA costs $0.8200000000000003 less.
| Spec | Emisar D3AA | Emisar DW3AA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $36 | $36.82 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | EDC | Headlamp |
| Lumens | 1,620 lm | 1,620 lm |
| Candela | 4,100 cd | 0 cd |
| Beam distance | 128m | |
| Runtime | 1.5 hrs (high) | |
| Battery | AA/14500 | AA/14500 |
| LED | NTG35 4200K | 3x Nichia NTG35 5000K |
| Beam type | Flood | Flood |
| Modes | Ramping + Stepped | Ramping + Stepped |
| UI | Anduril 2 | Anduril 2 |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| CRI | 95 | 95 |
| Weight | 1.3 oz | 1.7 oz |
| Dimensions | 3.1 x 0.9 in | 3.6 x 0.9 in |
| Warranty | Manufacturer Limited | — |
What owners report
Emisar D3AA
- ✓Full D4V2 capability — three emitters, full emitter menu, Anduril 2 — in a smaller body
- ✓Runs both 14500 lithium and 1.5V cells
- ✓Described as by far the best Eneloop light: regulated, no PWM, very efficient
- ✓Upgraded driver improves both output and runtime
- ✓Dedome option available for a warmer beam
- ✗The clip's gap is too small to push into a jeans pocket easily
- ✗Pronounced clip nubs press uncomfortably against leg or hand
- ✗Anodising could be tougher
- ✗Red o-rings on the smaller Emisars break more readily
- ✗Tolerances around the o-rings could be better