Fenix HM53R vs Olight Perun 3 Mini size comparison
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix HM53R, and 14 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix HM53R, and 14 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM53R Check price ↗ | Olight Perun 3 Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 71 mm (2.80 in) | 64 mm (2.52 in)−7 mm |
| Head / width | 36 mm (1.42 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−14 mm |
| Body | — | 22 mm (0.87 in) |
| Thickness | 37 mm (1.46 in) | — |
| Weight | 102 g with battery and headband | 54 g listed |
| Battery | 18350 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,250 lm |
| Throw | 158 m | 155 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $69.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $64.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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HM53R vs Perun 3 Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 71 mm (2.80 in), a difference of 7 mm (10%). At its widest point the Olight Perun 3 Mini is 14 mm slimmer (22 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM53R: 102 g with battery and headband; Olight Perun 3 Mini: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Fenix HM53R, 4% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM53R reaches further: 158 m vs 155 m rated throw (2% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM53R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight Perun 3 Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM53R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM53R was $69.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Perun 3 Mini $64.99 at olight.com, so the Olight Perun 3 Mini cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM53R if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight Perun 3 Mini if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (14 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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HM53R vs Perun 3 Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM53R or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 71 mm (2.80 in), a difference of 7 mm (10%). At its widest point the Olight Perun 3 Mini is 14 mm slimmer (22 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM53R: 102 g with battery and headband; Olight Perun 3 Mini: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM53R or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
The Olight Perun 3 Mini is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Fenix HM53R, 4% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM53R reaches further: 158 m vs 155 m rated throw (2% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM53R or the Olight Perun 3 Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM53R was $69.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Perun 3 Mini $64.99 at olight.com, so the Olight Perun 3 Mini cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM53R and Olight Perun 3 Mini use the same battery?
The Fenix HM53R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight Perun 3 Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM53R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HM53R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $69.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Perun 3 Mini: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $64.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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