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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.

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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

Lightest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 169% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

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.

Fenix E12 V2.0 — Beam distance: 88.09 m (289 ft)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix 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 minOlight i5R EOS — Beam distance: 70.6 m (232 ft)Olight i5R EOS — Max candela: 1247 cdOlight i5R EOS — Weight: 60 g (2.12 oz)Olight i5R EOS — Length: 95.4 mm (3.76 in)Olight i5R EOS — Max lumens: 350 lmOlight i5R EOS — Max runtime: 2220 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
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 Carry▣Beginners▣Professional Spare EDC▣Home Protection▣General Camping/hiking
▣EDC▣Users Wanting A Dual Chemistry Cell Flashlight▣Those Appreciating Unique Plum Color
Common praise
✓Bright For Its Size✓Compact And Lightweight✓Durable Construction✓Easy To Use With Single Tail Switch✓Has Consistent Regulated Output
✓Unique Plum Color With Attractive Finish✓Compact Size For Everyday Carry✓Solid Light Performance Up To 350 Lumens✓Includes Custom Rechargeable 2.4v Lithium Ion Cell And USB C Charging
Common complaints
⚠Limited Runtime On High Mode⚠Lacks Advanced Modes Like Strobe Or SOS⚠No Pocket Clip Included
⚠Included Specialized 2.4v Cell Not Compatible With Standard 14500 Chargers Or Batteries⚠Spring Edge Can Snag Battery When Screwing On Tailcap Without Modification

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