Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA vs Fenix HL16 AAA size comparison
The Fenix HL16 AAA is 2.5 mm (0.10 in) shorter than the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, and 33 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix HL16 AAA is 2.5 mm (0.10 in) shorter than the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, and 33 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA Check price ↗ | Fenix HL16 AAA Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 66.5 mm (2.62 in) | 64 mm (2.52 in)−2.5 mm |
| Head / width | 15 mm (0.59 in) | 48 mm (1.89 in)+33 mm |
| Body | 14 mm (0.55 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 27 mm (1.06 in) |
| Weight | 13 g without battery | 97.2 g with battery and headband |
| Battery | AAA | 3x AAA |
| Max output | 100 lm | 450 lm |
| Throw | 35 m | 104 m |
| Type | EDC | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $12.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $29.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height |
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E01 V2.0 AAA vs HL16 AAA: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL16 AAA is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 66.5 mm (2.62 in), a difference of 2.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is 33 mm slimmer (15 vs 48 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: 13 g without battery; Fenix HL16 AAA: 97.2 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HL16 AAA is rated brighter: 450 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, 350% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL16 AAA reaches further: 104 m vs 35 m rated throw (197% more).
Battery
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HL16 AAA runs on removable 3x AAA batteries.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA was $12.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL16 AAA $29.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA cost $17.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is listed as edc and the Fenix HL16 AAA as headlamp / right-angle, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA if you want a slimmer profile (33 mm narrower). Choose the Fenix HL16 AAA if you want more output (450 lm vs 100 lm) and longer throw (104 m vs 35 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E01 V2.0 AAA vs HL16 AAA FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the Fenix HL16 AAA?
The Fenix HL16 AAA is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 66.5 mm (2.62 in), a difference of 2.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is 33 mm slimmer (15 vs 48 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: 13 g without battery; Fenix HL16 AAA: 97.2 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the Fenix HL16 AAA?
The Fenix HL16 AAA is rated brighter: 450 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, 350% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL16 AAA reaches further: 104 m vs 35 m rated throw (197% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the Fenix HL16 AAA?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA was $12.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL16 AAA $29.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA cost $17.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA and Fenix HL16 AAA use the same battery?
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HL16 AAA runs on removable 3x AAA batteries.
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Sources
- Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $12.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HL16 AAA: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $29.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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