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Fenix LD30R vs Nitecore P12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7317% 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$86.48Cheapest
US$95Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
18037 cdHighest candela
6400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4450 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Common complaints
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
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