Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix LD12R size comparison
The Fenix LD12R is about the same length as the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 54 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix LD12R is about the same length as the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 54 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E28R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix LD12R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 121 mm (4.76 in) | 121 mm (4.76 in)same |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−4.5 mm |
| Body | 22.5 mm (0.89 in) | 19 mm (0.75 in)−3.5 mm |
| Weight | 128 g with battery | 74 g with battery−54 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 14500 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 273 m | 186 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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E28R V2.0 vs LD12R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E28R V2.0 and Fenix LD12R are the same length to within half a millimetre (121 mm (4.76 in)). At its widest point the Fenix LD12R is 4.5 mm slimmer (22 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix LD12R is 54 g lighter (74 g vs 128 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E28R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix LD12R, 183% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 186 m rated throw (47% more).
Battery
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix LD12R runs on a removable 14500 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 14500 about 14 × 50 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LD12R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LD12R cost $5.00 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 Fenix E28R V2.0 if you want more output (1,700 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (273 m vs 186 m). Choose the Fenix LD12R if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower) and less weight (54 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E28R V2.0 vs LD12R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix LD12R?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 and Fenix LD12R are the same length to within half a millimetre (121 mm (4.76 in)). At its widest point the Fenix LD12R is 4.5 mm slimmer (22 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix LD12R is 54 g lighter (74 g vs 128 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix LD12R?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix LD12R, 183% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 186 m rated throw (47% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix LD12R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LD12R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LD12R cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E28R V2.0 and Fenix LD12R use the same battery?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix LD12R runs on a removable 14500 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 14500 about 14 × 50 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix E28R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix LD12R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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