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Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Sofirn SP10A

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 29% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP10A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 323% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1665% 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 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SP10A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SP10A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 323% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn SP10A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1665% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Sofirn SP10A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 2% 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 minSofirn SP10A — Beam distance: 114 m (374 ft)Sofirn SP10A — Max candela: 3240 cdSofirn SP10A — Weight: 40 g (1.41 oz)Sofirn SP10A — Length: 88 mm (3.46 in)Sofirn SP10A — Max lumens: 550 lmSofirn SP10A — Max runtime: 136 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$13
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
40 g (1.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
550 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
3240 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Lowest
114 m (374 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
136 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
1x AA alkaline / NiMH / 14500 lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
6061 grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Everyday carryPocket carryOutdoor activitiesBedside nightlightCampingHikingSearchingFishingCyclingEmergency use
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Compact and portable sizeGood output for AA and 14500 batteriesDurable construction with IP68 waterproof ratingSide metal e-switch with mode memoryNo visible PWM in output modes
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Small side switch can be difficult to locate in darkOlder versions lack sub-lumen moonlight modeSlightly slippery anodized finishThreads may benefit from additional lubrication

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