Fenix C7 vs Fenix WF30RE size comparison
The Fenix WF30RE is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix C7, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix WF30RE is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix C7, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix C7 Check price ↗ | Fenix WF30RE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 149 mm (5.87 in) | 150.5 mm (5.93 in)+1.5 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 34 mm (1.34 in)−6 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)+1 mm |
| Weight | 172 g without battery | 215 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 280 lm |
| Throw | 470 m | 170 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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C7 vs WF30RE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix C7 is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 150.5 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix WF30RE is 6 mm slimmer (34 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WF30RE: 215 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix C7 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 971% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 170 m rated throw (176% more).
Battery
The Fenix C7 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix C7 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 was from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF30RE $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $25.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix C7 if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 280 lm), longer throw (470 m vs 170 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WF30RE if you want a slimmer profile (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.
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C7 vs WF30RE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF30RE?
The Fenix C7 is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 150.5 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix WF30RE is 6 mm slimmer (34 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WF30RE: 215 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF30RE?
The Fenix C7 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 971% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 170 m rated throw (176% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WF30RE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 was from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF30RE $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $25.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix C7 and Fenix WF30RE use the same battery?
The Fenix C7 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix C7 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix C7: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price from $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WF30RE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $84.96 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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