Fenix LR50R vs Fenix LR80R size comparison
The Fenix LR80R is 96 mm (3.78 in) longer than the Fenix LR50R, and 20 mm wider at its widest point. It is 650 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix LR80R is 96 mm (3.78 in) longer than the Fenix LR50R, and 20 mm wider at its widest point. It is 650 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
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| Length | 163 mm (6.42 in) | 259 mm (10.20 in)+96 mm |
| Head / width | 88 mm (3.46 in) | 108 mm (4.25 in)+20 mm |
| Body | 60 mm (2.36 in) | 54 mm (2.13 in)−6 mm |
| Weight | 986 g with battery | 1636 g with battery+650 g |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 12,000 lm | 18,000 lm |
| Throw | 950 m | 1130 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $319.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $449.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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LR50R vs LR80R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LR50R is the shorter light: 163 mm (6.42 in) against 259 mm (10.20 in), a difference of 96 mm (37%). At its widest point the Fenix LR50R is 20 mm slimmer (88 vs 108 mm). The Fenix LR50R is 650 g lighter (986 g vs 1636 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR80R is rated brighter: 18,000 lm maximum vs 12,000 lm for the Fenix LR50R, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR80R reaches further: 1130 m vs 950 m rated throw (19% more).
Battery
The Fenix LR50R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix LR80R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LR50R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR50R was $319.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LR80R $449.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LR50R cost $130.00 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 LR50R if you want a shorter light (96 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (20 mm narrower), less weight (650 g lighter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix LR80R if you want more output (18,000 lm vs 12,000 lm), longer throw (1130 m vs 950 m) 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.
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LR50R vs LR80R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR50R or the Fenix LR80R?
The Fenix LR50R is the shorter light: 163 mm (6.42 in) against 259 mm (10.20 in), a difference of 96 mm (37%). At its widest point the Fenix LR50R is 20 mm slimmer (88 vs 108 mm). The Fenix LR50R is 650 g lighter (986 g vs 1636 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR50R or the Fenix LR80R?
The Fenix LR80R is rated brighter: 18,000 lm maximum vs 12,000 lm for the Fenix LR50R, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix LR80R reaches further: 1130 m vs 950 m rated throw (19% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR50R or the Fenix LR80R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR50R was $319.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LR80R $449.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LR50R cost $130.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR50R and Fenix LR80R use the same battery?
The Fenix LR50R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix LR80R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix LR50R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix LR50R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $319.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix LR80R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $449.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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