Emisar D4S vs Nitecore EDC23 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC23 is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Emisar D4S, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point.
Nitecore EDC23: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy
The Nitecore EDC23 is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Emisar D4S, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Emisar D4S Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 105 mm (4.13 in) | 102.9 mm (4.05 in)−2.1 mm |
| Head / width | 39 mm (1.54 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)−6 mm |
| Body | 32 mm (1.26 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Weight | — | 101 g with battery |
| Battery | 26650 | Built-in |
| Max output | 4,300 lm | 2,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nealsgadgets.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted |
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D4S vs EDC23: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 105 mm (4.13 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 6 mm slimmer (33 vs 39 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Emisar D4S is rated brighter: 4,300 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC23, 72% more.
Battery
The Emisar D4S runs on a removable 26650 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D4S lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Emisar D4S if you want more output (4,300 lm vs 2,500 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower) 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.
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D4S vs EDC23 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D4S or the Nitecore EDC23?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 105 mm (4.13 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC23 is 6 mm slimmer (33 vs 39 mm).
Which is brighter, the Emisar D4S or the Nitecore EDC23?
The Emisar D4S is rated brighter: 4,300 lm maximum vs 2,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC23, 72% more.
Do the Emisar D4S and Nitecore EDC23 use the same battery?
The Emisar D4S runs on a removable 26650 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D4S lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D4S: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nealsgadgets.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. No verified price yet.
- Nitecore EDC23: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Nitecore; image policy). Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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