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Fenix CL27R vs Fenix LD30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 284% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 284% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$86.48
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Heaviest
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
8223 cdLowest candela
18037 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
267 m (876 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor workPower outagesEmergency lightingIndustrial maintenance
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Common praise
Powerful brightness with up to 1600 lumensAdjustable brightness and color temperatureDurable construction with IP66 rating and 1m impact resistanceSmooth and intuitive rotary switch controlsMultiple lighting modes including red light for night visionUSB-C rechargeable with included batteryMagnetic base and tripod mount for versatile placement
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Common complaints
Magnetic base is not very strong and may struggle to hold securelyHandle looseness requiring adjustment to maintain position
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
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