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Fenix LD30 vs Nitecore P12GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 255% 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$98.5Cheapest
US$100Most expensive
Weight
59 g (2.08 oz)Lightest
99 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
12760 cd
Beam distance
204 m (669 ft)Lowest
226 m (741 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4230 minShortest runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB charging cable included
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
High-strength aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency Use
Tactical UseSearch And RescueLaw EnforcementHuntingOutdoor And Long Range Searching
Common praise
High Brightness (1600 Lumens)Long Beam Distance (204 Meters)Compact And Lightweight DesignMultiple Lighting Modes Including Strobe And SOSRechargeable Battery IncludedIp68 Waterproof RatingDurable Aluminum Construction With Hard Anodized Finish
High Maximum Output Of 1800 LumensLong Maximum Runtime Up To 250 Hours On Lowest ModeDurable Aero Grade Aluminum Alloy Construction With Ipx8 Waterproof RatingDual Mechanical Tail And Metal Side Switches Allowing Versatile ControlIntegrated Micro USB Charging Port With Waterproof CoverStable Regulated Output With Advanced Temperature RegulationPower Indicator Shows Remaining Battery Voltage
Common complaints
Weight Excludes BatteryNo Candela Value SpecifiedNo Explicit Impact Resistance Rating
Charging Port Cover Not Very Tight, May Come Off EasilyTailcap Threads Unanodized Preventing Mechanical LockoutPocket Clip Only For Bezel Down Carry And Protrudes Noticeably
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