Scuba Diving Gear Buyers Guide 2016: Best Dive Lights

Gear extras can make diving easier, safer and more fun. We've compiled a list of dive lights to help you find the one that's best for you.

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• The power of a canister light without the cord and canister

• Microprocessor controller monitors battery voltage

Rated to 500 feet and protected by a dual O-ring sealing system, the rechargeable torch offers three settings and a rotary magnetic switch.

$699; diverite.com

• Narrow 15-degree beam produces targeted light

• Textured handle enables you to maintain a good grip

Made from high-grade aluminum alloy and featuring a double O-ring-sealed casing, the Lumo offers three modes, a burn time of two to eight hours, and is rated to 328 feet.

$140; istsports.com

• Compact design with 500-lumen output

• Concentrated beam optimized for penetration

The 5.2-inch GoBe 500 Search has an 8-degree spot that cuts through adverse visibility. It burns for over two hours on high and is rated to nearly 400 feet.

$200; lightandmotion.com

• Machined from heavy-duty aluminum, but still lightweight

• Over-pressure safety valve releases battery off-gassing

Measuring 5.5 in/14 cm, this rechargeable light stows in a BC pocket. A 50 percent mode allows for increased burn time. The interchangeable light head uses the newest CREE XPL LED.

$156; scubapro.com

• Compact 600-lumen light weighs 3.4 ounces

• Works as a dive or video light

Waterproof to 300 feet, the Mini 600 has a twist-on switch and two power modes, a 75-degree beam, and a 60-minute burn time at full power with standard battery.

$99; sealife-cameras.com

• Available in flood or spot version

• Push-button operation with battery status indicator

With 650 lumens, this light is available with a 120-degree flood beam or a 15-degree spot. Included adapters allow easy attachment to a camera.

$159; sealife-cameras.com

• Narrow 20-degree LED beam shines farther with less backscatter

• Wrist mount included for hands-free illumination

The Aqualite S-20 has a rechargeable Li-ion battery, threelevel switch for highintensity (500 lumens) or 13-hour burn time.

$199.99; uwk.com

• Economical highintensity LED dive light

• Double O-ring seal, stainless steel D-loop

Great for travel as a primary day light or backup for night diving. Clips to BC for techdiving. Three alkaline C-cell batteries inside a corrosion-proof ABS housing power the 425- lumen beam.

$67.99; uwk.com

• Compact, highintensity primary light

• 600 lumens with alkalines; 1400 lumens with rechargeable pack

A water-cooled LED heatsink maintains maximum brightness, and corrosion-proof ABS pistol grip case holds four alkaline C-cells or rechargeable pack (sold separately).

$150.99; uwk.com

• High-intensity primary dive light

• Can use disposable or rechargeable batteries

Produces 1,200 lumens with alkaline batteries and 2,200 lumens with rechargeable Enduro Pack (sold separately). Corrosion-proof ABS housing includes dualpower switch.

$214.99; uwk.com