Pros: I like the size and weight of this lantern. It uses thee D-cells, so you know the wind isn't going to blow it around at all. It also has a very respectable light output for the amount of time the batteries will work (expect over two days continuous use). It feels very solid

Cons: As the previous reviewer noted, there are basically two settings - bright and dim. The control knob has a spot at which the output dims substantially and immediately, you can't really adjust it between these two extremes.

Other Thoughts: I bought this lantern despite the awareness of the lack of fine control for light output. For the amount of money, it was too good to pass up. This light can sit and be ready to use with good batteries for close to a decade. Or I could use it on hiking/camping trips and ever worry about it failing me.

Pros: Turned out all the lights at night to see what it would be like in power outage and, being a generous 31 count LED it performed well for lighting. Several times brighter than anything I have used in the past. I would suppose it could light a tent or cabin with lots to spare as well as for a general site area outside.

Cons: The dimmer control is hyper sensitive and goes from dim to full bright very promptly when adjusting. However there is still a dim-high adjustable setting, and it stays where ever you put it. For the price, it's really not a defining issue.