Fenix HM53R vs Nitecore NU33 size comparison
The Nitecore NU33 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix HM53R, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore NU33 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix HM53R, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM53R Check price ↗ | Nitecore NU33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 71 mm (2.80 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)−9 mm |
| Height | 36 mm (1.42 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)same |
| Thickness | 37 mm (1.46 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)+9 mm |
| Weight | 102 g with battery and headband | 96 g listed |
| Battery | 18350 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 700 lm |
| Throw | 158 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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HM53R vs NU33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore NU33 is the shorter light: 62 mm (2.44 in) against 71 mm (2.80 in), a difference of 9 mm (13%). At their widest points they are about the same (36 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM53R: 102 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM53R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Nitecore NU33, 71% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM53R reaches further: 158 m vs 135 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM53R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Nitecore NU33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM53R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM53R if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 700 lm), longer throw (158 m vs 135 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore NU33 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HM53R Check price ↗ Nitecore NU33
HM53R vs NU33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM53R or the Nitecore NU33?
The Nitecore NU33 is the shorter light: 62 mm (2.44 in) against 71 mm (2.80 in), a difference of 9 mm (13%). At their widest points they are about the same (36 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM53R: 102 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM53R or the Nitecore NU33?
The Fenix HM53R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Nitecore NU33, 71% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM53R reaches further: 158 m vs 135 m rated throw (17% more).
Do the Fenix HM53R and Nitecore NU33 use the same battery?
The Fenix HM53R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Nitecore NU33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM53R lets you swap in a charged spare.