Fenix C7 vs Fenix WF26R size comparison
The Fenix WF26R is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Fenix C7, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix WF26R is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Fenix C7, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
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| Length | 149 mm (5.87 in) | 156 mm (6.14 in)+7 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 40.4 mm (1.59 in)+0.4 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 26.6 mm (1.05 in)−0.4 mm |
| Weight | 172 g without battery | 222 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 470 m | 450 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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C7 vs WF26R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix C7 is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 7 mm (4%). At their widest points they are about the same (40 vs 40.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WF26R: 222 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 3,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 450 m rated throw (4% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 was from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF26R $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $70.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix C7 if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter). On the specs we track, the Fenix C7 is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix WF26R 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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C7 vs WF26R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF26R?
The Fenix C7 is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 7 mm (4%). At their widest points they are about the same (40 vs 40.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WF26R: 222 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF26R?
Both are rated at 3,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 450 m rated throw (4% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF26R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 was from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF26R $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $70.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix C7 and Fenix WF26R use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix C7: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price from $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WF26R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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