Fenix E-CP vs Fenix WF05E size comparison
The Fenix WF05E is 3.5 mm (0.14 in) shorter than the Fenix E-CP, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix WF05E is 3.5 mm (0.14 in) shorter than the Fenix E-CP, and 9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E-CP Check price ↗ | Fenix WF05E Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 138 mm (5.43 in) | 134.5 mm (5.30 in)−3.5 mm |
| Head / width | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 19 mm (0.75 in)−9 mm |
| Body | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 14.9 mm (0.59 in)−13.1 mm |
| Weight | 170 g with battery | 38 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 2x AAA |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 85 lm |
| Throw | 222 m | 54 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $50.96 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $34.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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E-CP vs WF05E: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WF05E is the shorter light: 134.5 mm (5.30 in) against 138 mm (5.43 in), a difference of 3.5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix WF05E is 9 mm slimmer (19 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E-CP: 170 g with battery; Fenix WF05E: 38 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E-CP is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 85 lm for the Fenix WF05E, 1782% more. For beam distance the Fenix E-CP reaches further: 222 m vs 54 m rated throw (311% more).
Battery
The Fenix E-CP runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix WF05E runs on removable 2x AAA batteries. Only the Fenix WF05E lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E-CP was $50.96 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF05E $34.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF05E cost $16.01 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 E-CP if you want more output (1,600 lm vs 85 lm), longer throw (222 m vs 54 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix WF05E if you want a shorter light (3.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (9 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E-CP vs WF05E FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E-CP or the Fenix WF05E?
The Fenix WF05E is the shorter light: 134.5 mm (5.30 in) against 138 mm (5.43 in), a difference of 3.5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix WF05E is 9 mm slimmer (19 vs 28 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E-CP: 170 g with battery; Fenix WF05E: 38 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E-CP or the Fenix WF05E?
The Fenix E-CP is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 85 lm for the Fenix WF05E, 1782% more. For beam distance the Fenix E-CP reaches further: 222 m vs 54 m rated throw (311% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E-CP or the Fenix WF05E?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E-CP was $50.96 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF05E $34.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF05E cost $16.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E-CP and Fenix WF05E use the same battery?
The Fenix E-CP runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix WF05E runs on removable 2x AAA batteries. Only the Fenix WF05E lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E-CP: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $50.96 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WF05E: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $34.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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