Emisar D4K vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 35.4 mm (1.39 in) longer than the Emisar D4K, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 35.4 mm (1.39 in) longer than the Emisar D4K, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D4K Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 103 mm (4.06 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)+35.4 mm |
| Head / width | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)−1.1 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)−0.6 mm |
| Weight | 58 g without battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | — | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Output depends on LED option | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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D4K vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D4K is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 35.4 mm (26%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated at 3,300 lm; we have no published maximum for the Emisar D4K. Output for the Emisar D4K depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $50.26 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Emisar D4K if you want a shorter light (35.4 mm shorter). On the specs we track, the Emisar D4K is ahead or level everywhere; the Nitecore MH12 Pro makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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D4K vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Emisar D4K is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 35.4 mm (26%). At its widest point the Nitecore MH12 Pro is 1.1 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $50.26 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D4K and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Emisar D4K: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $39.69 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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