Fenix PD35 V3.0 vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 4.4 mm (0.17 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, and 1.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Fenix PD35 V3.0: Photo: Fenix · Image policy
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 4.4 mm (0.17 in) longer than the Fenix PD35 V3.0, and 1.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD35 V3.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 134 mm (5.28 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)+4.4 mm |
| Head / width | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)+1.5 mm |
| Body | 22.8 mm (0.90 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)+3.1 mm |
| Weight | 83.5 g without battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 357 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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PD35 V3.0 vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 4.4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 1.5 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD35 V3.0, 94% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD35 V3.0 if you want a shorter light (4.4 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (1.5 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore MH12 Pro if you want more output (3,300 lm vs 1,700 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD35 V3.0 vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 4.4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35 V3.0 is 1.5 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35 V3.0: 83.5 g without battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD35 V3.0, 94% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix PD35 V3.0 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD35 V3.0 and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix PD35 V3.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore MH12 Pro runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD35 V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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