Fenix HL12R V2.0 vs Nitecore NU33 size comparison
The Nitecore NU33 is 6 mm (0.24 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore NU33 is 6 mm (0.24 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HL12R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore NU33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 56 mm (2.20 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+6 mm |
| Height | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)−4 mm |
| Thickness | 31.9 mm (1.26 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)+14.1 mm |
| Weight | 72.5 g with battery and headband | 96 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 700 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 135 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 62 x 46 x 36 mm |
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HL12R V2.0 vs NU33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 6 mm (10%). At its widest point the Nitecore NU33 is 4 mm slimmer (36 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL12R V2.0: 72.5 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore NU33 is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 40% more. For beam distance the Nitecore NU33 reaches further: 135 m vs 125 m rated throw (8% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL12R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore NU33 if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower) and more output (700 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HL12R V2.0 Check price ↗ Nitecore NU33
HL12R V2.0 vs NU33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Nitecore NU33?
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 6 mm (10%). At its widest point the Nitecore NU33 is 4 mm slimmer (36 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL12R V2.0: 72.5 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Nitecore NU33?
The Nitecore NU33 is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 40% more. For beam distance the Nitecore NU33 reaches further: 135 m vs 125 m rated throw (8% more).
Do the Fenix HL12R V2.0 and Nitecore NU33 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.