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Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Fenix LD30

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1131% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix LD30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix LD30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1131% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix LD30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix LD30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 21% 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.

Fenix E12 V2.0 — Beam distance: 88.09 m (289 ft)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Weight: 28.35 g (1.00 oz)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Length: 89.92 mm (3.54 in)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Max lumens: 130 lmFenix E12 V2.0 — Max runtime: 2400 minFenix LD30 — Beam distance: 204 m (669 ft)Fenix LD30 — Weight: 59 g (2.08 oz)Fenix LD30 — Length: 109 mm (4.29 in)Fenix LD30 — Max lumens: 1600 lmFenix LD30 — Max runtime: 4230 minBeam distanceWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$98.5
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
59 g (2.08 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
1600 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Lowest
204 m (669 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
4230 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
One 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB charging cable included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
High-strength aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
High brightness (1600 lumens)Long beam distance (204 meters)Compact and lightweight designMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSRechargeable battery includedIP68 waterproof ratingDurable aluminum construction with hard-anodized finish
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Weight excludes batteryNo candela value specifiedNo explicit impact resistance rating