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Fenix E12 vs Sofirn SC13B
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 32% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13B stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 713% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 143% 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$32.99Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
40 g (1.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
64.6 mm (2.54 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
9520.5 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
217 m (712 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1×18350 1100mAh
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carryCompact keychain flashlightEmergency useOutdoor activitiesCamping and hikingPortable hands-free lighting
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 lightweight designHigh brightness relative to sizeBuilt-in USB-C charging works well and charges in about 1.5 hoursIncluded 18350 battery and accessories provide good valueLockout mode prevents accidental activationMagnetic tail cap for hands-free attachmentGood user interface with mode memory and indicator switch
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Low CRI and cold white tint around 6000-6500KOutput does not fully reach claimed 1300 lumens, more like 1000 lumens sustainedBeam has ring artifacts due to fresnel lensShort turbo runtime with quick stepdownSide switch with button terminal instead of spring on battery endNot ideal for long runtime heavy use beyond a few hours
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