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Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Olight Diffuse
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 438% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 438% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$32.99
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
57.5 g (2.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
700 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
14500 lithium-ion (also compatible with AA primary or NiMH)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
EDC useTool kit or toolbox lightUsers needing anti-roll shapeUsers wanting waterproof light
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Good waterproof rating (IPX8)Anti-roll pentagon shapeGood output and runtimeConvenient battery with onboard USB-C chargingNice e-switch with indicator and lockout
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
No knurling makes grip less secureTailcap is small and fiddly to unscrewNo built-in charging in flashlight (battery charges externally)Limited documentation on AA battery mode
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