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Fenix E12 vs Olight i5R EOS
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 55% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 119% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 119% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
350 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
70.6 m (232 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
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
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
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