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Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Olight i5R EOS
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 53% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 169% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% 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 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 169% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$39.95
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
350 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
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