Fenix HM61R V2.0 vs Fenix HM70R size comparison
The Fenix HM70R is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix HM61R V2.0, and 10 mm wider at its widest point. It is 54 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HM70R is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix HM61R V2.0, and 10 mm wider at its widest point. It is 54 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HM61R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HM70R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 101 mm (3.98 in) | 94.5 mm (3.72 in)−6.5 mm |
| Height | 36 mm (1.42 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)+10 mm |
| Thickness | 45 mm (1.77 in) | 51 mm (2.01 in)+6 mm |
| Weight | 152 g with battery and headband | 206 g with battery and headband+54 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 1,600 lm |
| Throw | 162 m | 186 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $76.45 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height |
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HM61R V2.0 vs HM70R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM70R is the shorter light: 94.5 mm (3.72 in) against 101 mm (3.98 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix HM61R V2.0 is 10 mm slimmer (36 vs 46 mm). The Fenix HM61R V2.0 is 54 g lighter (152 g vs 206 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 1,600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HM70R reaches further: 186 m vs 162 m rated throw (15% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM61R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM61R V2.0 was $76.45 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM70R $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM61R V2.0 cost $23.50 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM61R V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower) and less weight (54 g lighter). Choose the Fenix HM70R if you want a shorter light (6.5 mm shorter) and longer throw (186 m vs 162 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HM61R V2.0 vs HM70R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM61R V2.0 or the Fenix HM70R?
The Fenix HM70R is the shorter light: 94.5 mm (3.72 in) against 101 mm (3.98 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix HM61R V2.0 is 10 mm slimmer (36 vs 46 mm). The Fenix HM61R V2.0 is 54 g lighter (152 g vs 206 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM61R V2.0 or the Fenix HM70R?
Both are rated at 1,600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HM70R reaches further: 186 m vs 162 m rated throw (15% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM61R V2.0 or the Fenix HM70R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM61R V2.0 was $76.45 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM70R $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM61R V2.0 cost $23.50 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM61R V2.0 and Fenix HM70R use the same battery?
The Fenix HM61R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix HM61R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $76.45 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HM70R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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