Fenix HL12R V2.0 vs Olight Perun 3 Mini size comparison
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 18 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 18 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 ↗ | Olight Perun 3 Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 56 mm (2.20 in) | 64 mm (2.52 in)+8 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−18 mm |
| Body | — | 22 mm (0.87 in) |
| Thickness | 31.9 mm (1.26 in) | — |
| Weight | 72.5 g with battery and headband | 54 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 1,250 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 155 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $44.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $64.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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HL12R V2.0 vs Perun 3 Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 64 mm (2.52 in), a difference of 8 mm (13%). At its widest point the Olight Perun 3 Mini is 18 mm slimmer (22 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL12R V2.0: 72.5 g with battery and headband; Olight Perun 3 Mini: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 150% more. For beam distance the Olight Perun 3 Mini reaches further: 155 m vs 125 m rated throw (24% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Perun 3 Mini $64.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $20.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL12R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter). Choose the Olight Perun 3 Mini if you want a slimmer profile (18 mm narrower), more output (1,250 lm vs 500 lm) and longer throw (155 m vs 125 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HL12R V2.0 Check price ↗ Olight Perun 3 Mini
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HL12R V2.0 vs Perun 3 Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is the shorter light: 56 mm (2.20 in) against 64 mm (2.52 in), a difference of 8 mm (13%). At its widest point the Olight Perun 3 Mini is 18 mm slimmer (22 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL12R V2.0: 72.5 g with battery and headband; Olight Perun 3 Mini: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 150% more. For beam distance the Olight Perun 3 Mini reaches further: 155 m vs 125 m rated throw (24% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Perun 3 Mini $64.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $20.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL12R V2.0 and Olight Perun 3 Mini use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix HL12R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $44.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Perun 3 Mini: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $64.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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