Fenix C7 vs Fenix WT16R size comparison
The Fenix WT16R is 22 mm (0.87 in) shorter than the Fenix C7, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix WT16R is 22 mm (0.87 in) shorter than the Fenix C7, and 3 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 WT16R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 149 mm (5.87 in) | 127 mm (5.00 in)−22 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 37 mm (1.46 in)−3 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 26 mm (1.02 in) |
| Weight | 172 g without battery | 129 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 300 lm |
| Throw | 470 m | 115 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 37.0 mm wide x 26.0 mm thick |
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C7 vs WT16R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 22 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix WT16R is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WT16R: 129 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix C7 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Fenix WT16R, 900% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 115 m rated throw (309% more).
Battery
The Fenix C7 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WT16R 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 WT16R $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix C7 if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 300 lm), longer throw (470 m vs 115 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WT16R if you want a shorter light (22 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (3 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 WT16R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WT16R?
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 22 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix WT16R is 3 mm slimmer (37 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7: 172 g without battery; Fenix WT16R: 129 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WT16R?
The Fenix C7 is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Fenix WT16R, 900% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 reaches further: 470 m vs 115 m rated throw (309% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix C7 or the Fenix WT16R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 was from $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WT16R $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix C7 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix C7 and Fenix WT16R use the same battery?
The Fenix C7 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WT16R 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). Price from $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WT16R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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