Emisar D3AA vs Nitecore TUP 2 size comparison
The Nitecore TUP 2 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Emisar D3AA, and 6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore TUP 2 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Emisar D3AA, and 6 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D3AA Check price ↗ | Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 79 mm (3.11 in) | 70 mm (2.76 in)−9 mm |
| Head / width | 24 mm (0.94 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+6 mm |
| Body | 19 mm (0.75 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 27 mm (1.06 in) |
| Weight | 36 g without battery | 58 g listed |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | — | 125 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Output depends on LED option | batteryjunction.com sourced Listed W 27 x H 30 mm |
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D3AA vs TUP 2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore TUP 2 is the shorter light: 70 mm (2.76 in) against 79 mm (3.11 in), a difference of 9 mm (11%). At its widest point the Emisar D3AA is 6 mm slimmer (24 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D3AA: 36 g without battery; Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TUP 2 is rated at 1,200 lm; we have no published maximum for the Emisar D3AA. Output for the Emisar D3AA depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Emisar D3AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D3AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D3AA was $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore TUP 2 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D3AA cost $24.14 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Emisar D3AA if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore TUP 2 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Emisar D3AA Check price ↗ Nitecore TUP 2
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D3AA vs TUP 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D3AA or the Nitecore TUP 2?
The Nitecore TUP 2 is the shorter light: 70 mm (2.76 in) against 79 mm (3.11 in), a difference of 9 mm (11%). At its widest point the Emisar D3AA is 6 mm slimmer (24 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D3AA: 36 g without battery; Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D3AA or the Nitecore TUP 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D3AA was $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore TUP 2 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D3AA cost $24.14 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D3AA and Nitecore TUP 2 use the same battery?
The Emisar D3AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D3AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D3AA: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $35.81 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore TUP 2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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