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The trouble with lantern type lights is that they seem to create such a big shadow no matter how dim or bright they are. I have yet to try a UFO light.

I'm sure that LED's are the way to go.............

One day we will achieve enlightenment!!!!

Be careful where you get them. Some peeps on here complained they were over heating and burning last year.

I have one but have lost the triangular bit in the centre to hang it up with!! So not much use now,. Was good and bright though.

I have used a head torch before now Neelie. OH has 2 for his expeds etc. I clip one to ther frame above the camp kitchen - it is battery operated and very bright. I also wear a head torch (Not stylish I know) for reading in bed when camping as it means I can lie down on my tummy etc without having to hold a torch or lamp.

I also love the gas ones like this http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-1428744-10294381?url=http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/0198871/c_1/1%7Ccategory_root%7CSports+and+leisure%7C10199392/c_2/2%7Ccat_10199392%7CCamping+and+caravanning%7C10199393/c_3/3%7Ccat_10199393%7CCamping+lights%2C+lamps+and+torches%7C10199396.htm

But you have to be careful with them.

If you want a nice lantern then get yourself a duel fuel coleman northstar.

You will never look back, they are fully adjustable and go from dim to mega bright.

They hardly use any fuel and keep the tent warm and damp free.

They state not for in tents, but I use mine in the tent and my boat, just make sure you have plenty of ventilation for the burned fuel fumes to leave the tent, my tent has a large vent in the top and sides to there is plenty of fresh air available.

You may also notice that your tent is the brightest on the pitch as the lantern kicks out about 200 watts of light, I got mine for £60 new, but most are between £60 - £99