The Outwell Carnelian DC 1000 is a USB-C rechargeable camping lantern delivering 1,000 lumens of warm white light. With a 4,400 mAh lithium-ion battery, no disposable batteries required, and the same great dimmer and hanging function as the standard Carnelian range, it's the premium choice for hookup campers and those with a power bank who want to cut battery costs over multiple seasons.

Available at our Newquay showroom — 4 Bamber House, Victoria, PL26 8LQ.

Key Specifications

• Output: 1,000 lumens
• Colour temperature: 2,700 K (warm white)
• Battery: 4,400 mAh Li-ion, USB-C rechargeable
• Runtime: ~4 hours at full brightness
• Weight: 610 g
• Size: 11.5 × 11.5 × 20 cm
• Dimmer: 10–100% (hold button to dim)
• Charging: USB-C (cable included)
• Material: ABS, Rubber, Aluminium, TPR

DC 1000 vs Carnelian 1000 Battery — Which Should You Choose?

The DC 1000 charges via USB-C — convenient for EHU hookup pitches or charging from a power bank, and no ongoing battery costs. The trade-off is runtime: around 4 hours at full brightness vs 40 hours on the battery Carnelian 1000. For non-hookup or off-grid camping, the battery Carnelian 1000 is the better choice. Read our full Carnelian DC vs battery guide for a detailed comparison.

Features

• 1,000 lumens — warm white 2,700 K, 360° output
• USB-C rechargeable — no disposable batteries
• 4,400 mAh Li-ion battery — USB-C charging cable included
• Integrated dimmer — 10–100% brightness
• Carry handle doubles as hanging hook
• ~4 hours runtime at full brightness (longer at lower settings)

Further Reading

• Carnelian DC vs Battery — Which Should You Choose?
• Best Camping Lanterns for South West Camping