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Fenix E12 vs Fenix LD20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 108% 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
US$25.04
Unknown
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
180 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
140 m (459 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
2 x AA (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingGeneral Hiking UseBeginners And KidsProfessional Spare EDC
General UseEDCOutdoor UseSearch And RescueHikingHunting
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
Compact And Easy To CarryWide Range Of Brightness LevelsDigitally Regulated BrightnessUses Common Aa BatteriesDurable Aircraft Grade Aluminum BodyWaterproof (IPX 8)
Common complaints
No Strobe Or SOS ModesNo Memory FunctionNo Included Pocket ClipBeam Distance Shorter Than Some Competitors
Difficult To Operate With GlovesAnti Roll Design Is Not Perfect9 Lumens Low Mode Is Too Bright For Some Users
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