Emisar D4K vs Nitecore EDC33 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC33 is 12.6 mm (0.50 in) longer than the Emisar D4K, and 2.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC33 is 12.6 mm (0.50 in) longer than the Emisar D4K, and 2.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D4K Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 103 mm (4.06 in) | 115.6 mm (4.55 in)+12.6 mm |
| Head / width | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−2.6 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−2.5 mm |
| Weight | 58 g without battery | 121 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 (built-in) |
| Max output | — | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Output depends on LED option | charger.nitecore.com sourced 127 g with clip |
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D4K vs EDC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D4K is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 12.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 2.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC33 is rated at 4,000 lm; we have no published maximum for the Emisar D4K. Output for the Emisar D4K depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Emisar D4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650). Only the Emisar D4K lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $30.26 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 Emisar D4K if you want a shorter light (12.6 mm shorter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC33 if you want a slimmer profile (2.6 mm narrower) 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.
Check price ↗ Emisar D4K Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC33
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D4K vs EDC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore EDC33?
The Emisar D4K is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 115.6 mm (4.55 in), a difference of 12.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC33 is 2.6 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D4K: 58 g without battery; Nitecore EDC33: 121 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D4K or the Nitecore EDC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D4K was $39.69 at intl-outdoor.com and the Nitecore EDC33 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D4K cost $30.26 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D4K and Nitecore EDC33 use the same battery?
The Emisar D4K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (18650). Only the Emisar D4K lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D4K: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $39.69 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC33: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer). Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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