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Fenix E12 vs Fenix PD32R

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 80% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 775% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD32R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 179% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD32R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 398% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 775% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix PD32R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 76% 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 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix E12 — Weight: 27.3 g (0.96 oz)Fenix E12 — Length: 76.6 mm (3.02 in)Fenix E12 — Retail price: US$25.04Fenix E12 — Max lumens: 160 lmFenix PD32R — Beam distance: 344 m (1129 ft)Fenix PD32R — Max candela: 29588 cdFenix PD32R — Weight: 136 g (4.80 oz)Fenix PD32R — Length: 135 mm (5.31 in)Fenix PD32R — Retail price: US$69.95Fenix PD32R — Max lumens: 1400 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$25.04Cheapest
US$69.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
1400 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
29588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 min
4200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
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
High maximum output of 1400 lumensVersatile power options with 18650 or CR123A batteriesDurable IP68 rated constructionConvenient USB-C charging portUseful multi-function tail switch
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use

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