Fenix GL07 vs Olight PL-X size comparison
The Olight PL-X is 3.3 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix GL07, with about the same max diameter/width.
The Olight PL-X is 3.3 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix GL07, with about the same max diameter/width.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL07 Check price ↗ | Olight PL-X Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 66.3 mm (2.61 in) | 63 mm (2.48 in)−3.3 mm |
| Height | 31.6 mm (1.24 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+0.4 mm |
| Thickness | 28.2 mm (1.11 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+1.8 mm |
| Weight | 74 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 700 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 240 m | 300 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $149.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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GL07 vs PL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 66.3 mm (2.61 in), a difference of 3.3 mm (5%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.6 vs 32 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Fenix GL07, 71% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 240 m rated throw (25% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL07 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL07 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL07 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL07 cost $60.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix GL07 if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-X if you want a shorter light (3.3 mm shorter), more output (1,200 lm vs 700 lm), longer throw (300 m vs 240 m) 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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GL07 vs PL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL07 or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 66.3 mm (2.61 in), a difference of 3.3 mm (5%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.6 vs 32 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL07 or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Fenix GL07, 71% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 240 m rated throw (25% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL07 or the Olight PL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL07 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL07 cost $60.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL07 and Olight PL-X use the same battery?
The Fenix GL07 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL07 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix GL07: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-X: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $149.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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