Fenix HP35R vs Fenix LD12R
Fenix HP35R ($229.95) vs Fenix LD12R ($59.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HP35R | Fenix LD12R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.95 | $59.95 |
| Weight | 433g | 74g |
| Material | Polycarbonate lens, rubber headband | — |
| Weight | 433g (Fenix published) | 74g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 2.61 oz. (74g) including battery) |
| Output | 4000lm max | 600 lumens, 186 m |
| Runtime | 500h max | 16 hours 20 minutes max |
| Battery | 10000mAh pack | rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband (Standard Edition) | — |
| LED | — | Main light: Luminus SST20 cold white LED; Side light: SC1818C LED |
| Modes | — | Seven modes including four brightness levels from the main light and three levels from the side light |
| Size | — | Length 121 mm, Head 22 mm, Body 19 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HP35R
- 4,000 lm spot and flood
- Very long low-mode runtime
- High-CRI flood option
- 433 g is heavy on the head
- $229.95
Fenix LD12R
- 600 lumens and 186 m of throw
- Runs on rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery
- 74 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 16 hours 20 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix LD12R is the better value at $59.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.