Fenix E08R UE vs Fenix LD30R size comparison
The Fenix LD30R is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) longer than the Fenix E08R UE, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix LD30R is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) longer than the Fenix E08R UE, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E08R UE Check price ↗ | Fenix LD30R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129 mm (5.08 in) | 129.7 mm (5.11 in)+0.7 mm |
| Head / width | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 26.5 mm (1.04 in)−4.5 mm |
| Body | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Thickness | 18 mm (0.71 in) | — |
| Weight | 125 g with battery | 132 g with battery+7 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | 160 m | 257 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 31.0 mm wide x 18.0 mm thick | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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E08R UE vs LD30R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E08R UE is the shorter light: 129 mm (5.08 in) against 129.7 mm (5.11 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix LD30R is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm). The Fenix E08R UE is 7 g lighter (125 g vs 132 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LD30R is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix E08R UE, 6% more. For beam distance the Fenix LD30R reaches further: 257 m vs 160 m rated throw (61% more).
Battery
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix LD30R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Fenix LD30R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LD30R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LD30R cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E08R UE if you want less weight (7 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix LD30R if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower), longer throw (257 m vs 160 m) 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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E08R UE vs LD30R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E08R UE or the Fenix LD30R?
The Fenix E08R UE is the shorter light: 129 mm (5.08 in) against 129.7 mm (5.11 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix LD30R is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm). The Fenix E08R UE is 7 g lighter (125 g vs 132 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E08R UE or the Fenix LD30R?
The Fenix LD30R is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix E08R UE, 6% more. For beam distance the Fenix LD30R reaches further: 257 m vs 160 m rated throw (61% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E08R UE or the Fenix LD30R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E08R UE was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix LD30R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix LD30R cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E08R UE and Fenix LD30R use the same battery?
The Fenix E08R UE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix LD30R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. Only the Fenix LD30R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E08R UE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix LD30R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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