Fenix LR36R vs Fenix LR50R size comparison
The Fenix LR50R is 2.3 mm (0.09 in) longer than the Fenix LR36R, and 31.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 493 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix LR50R is 2.3 mm (0.09 in) longer than the Fenix LR36R, and 31.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 493 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
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| Length | 160.7 mm (6.33 in) | 163 mm (6.42 in)+2.3 mm |
| Head / width | 56.2 mm (2.21 in) | 88 mm (3.46 in)+31.8 mm |
| Body | 55.1 mm (2.17 in) | 60 mm (2.36 in)+4.9 mm |
| Weight | 493 g with battery | 986 g with battery+493 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 10,000 lm | 12,000 lm |
| Throw | 1260 m | 950 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $359.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $319.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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LR36R vs LR50R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LR36R is the shorter light: 160.7 mm (6.33 in) against 163 mm (6.42 in), a difference of 2.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix LR36R is 31.8 mm slimmer (56.2 vs 88 mm). The Fenix LR36R is 493 g lighter (493 g vs 986 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR50R is rated brighter: 12,000 lm maximum vs 10,000 lm for the Fenix LR36R, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 950 m rated throw (33% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LR50R $319.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LR50R cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LR36R if you want a slimmer profile (31.8 mm narrower), less weight (493 g lighter) and longer throw (1260 m vs 950 m). Choose the Fenix LR50R if you want more output (12,000 lm vs 10,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR36R vs LR50R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR36R or the Fenix LR50R?
The Fenix LR36R is the shorter light: 160.7 mm (6.33 in) against 163 mm (6.42 in), a difference of 2.3 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix LR36R is 31.8 mm slimmer (56.2 vs 88 mm). The Fenix LR36R is 493 g lighter (493 g vs 986 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR36R or the Fenix LR50R?
The Fenix LR50R is rated brighter: 12,000 lm maximum vs 10,000 lm for the Fenix LR36R, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR36R reaches further: 1260 m vs 950 m rated throw (33% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR36R or the Fenix LR50R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR36R was $359.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LR50R $319.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LR50R cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR36R and Fenix LR50R use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LR36R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $359.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix LR50R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $319.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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