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Fenix E12 vs Fenix E12 V2.0

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

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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% 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 E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 17% 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 — Beam distance: 68 m (223 ft)Fenix E12 — Weight: 27.3 g (0.96 oz)Fenix E12 — Length: 76.6 mm (3.02 in)Fenix E12 — Max lumens: 160 lmFenix E12 — Max runtime: 4200 minFenix E12 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix 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 E12 V2.0 — Max candela: 1936 cdBeam distanceWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtimeMax candela
Price & carry
Retail price
US$25.04
Unknown
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmHighest output
130 lmLowest output
Max candela
1936 cd
1936 cd
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included