Fenix HM71R V2.0 vs Fenix E12 V3.0
Fenix HM71R V2.0 ($124.95) vs Fenix E12 V3.0 ($29.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM71R V2.0 | Fenix E12 V3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $124.95 | $29.95 |
| Weight | 220g | 53.9g |
| Output | 3,500 lumens, 275 m | 200 lumens, 78 m |
| LED | SFT-60 spot, SST-20F flood, two red | One Luminus SST20 LED |
| Modes | Thirteen including Instant Turbo and red flash | Three brightness levels |
| Battery | 5500mAh included, USB-C | AA alkaline battery |
| Runtime | 337 h max | 100 hours max |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Weight | 220g incl. battery and headband (fenixlighting.com spec text) | 53.9g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 1.9 oz. (53.9g) including battery) |
| Size | — | Length 81.5 mm, Head 19.3 mm, Body 17.4 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM71R V2.0
- 3,500 lumens with separate spot and flood
- Red light modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact resistance
- Large 5,500 mAh battery included
- 220 g is a heavy headlamp
- $124.95
Fenix E12 V3.0
- 200 lumens and 78 m of throw
- Runs on AA alkaline battery
- Only 53.9 g
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Small enough to lose, so clip or tether it
- Fenix's 100 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix E12 V3.0 is the better value at $29.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.