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Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs Sofirn SC33 5200LM

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 206% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 206% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 61% 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 PD36R V2.0 — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Retail price: US$99.95Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Max lumens: 1700 lmFenix PD36R V2.0 — Max runtime: 28920 minSofirn SC33 5200LM — Beam distance: 327 m (1073 ft)Sofirn SC33 5200LM — Weight: 186 g (6.56 oz)Sofirn SC33 5200LM — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Sofirn SC33 5200LM — Retail price: US$29.99Sofirn SC33 5200LM — Max lumens: 5200 lmSofirn SC33 5200LM — Max runtime: 18000 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99.95Most expensive
US$29.99Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
186 g (6.56 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
5200 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
26750 cd
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
327 m (1073 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C (up to 18W fast charging)
USB-C charging port built-in
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized aluminum body with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Backpack Carry▣Long Runtime▣Outdoor Use
▣Everyday Carry▣Camping▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Adventures▣Emergency Lighting▣Inspection And Repair▣Tactical Use
Common praise
✓High Brightness Output✓Long Runtime✓Fast Charging✓Good Build Quality And Durability✓Multiple Lighting Modes Including ECO And Strobe✓Waterproof And Dustproof (ip68)
✓High Maximum Output And Good Sustained Brightness✓Good Build Quality For Price✓Convenient USB C Charging With Included Cable✓Intuitive User Interface With Stepped And Smooth Ramping✓Feature To Disable Auto Lockout✓Long Maximum Runtime At Low Modes✓Ipx8 Water Resistance
Common complaints
⚠No Significant Complaints Noted In Sources
⚠Output Lower Than Claimed Peak Lumens In Independent Tests⚠Auto Lockout Resets After Battery Change⚠Cool White Tint With Low Cri May Not Suit All Users⚠Tailcap Glued Limiting Disassembly⚠USB C Port Cover Small, Some Cables May Not Fit Well

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