Fenix HM61R V3.0 vs Fenix HM71R size comparison
The Fenix HM71R is 0.6 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix HM61R V3.0, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 40 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HM71R is 0.6 mm (0.02 in) longer than the Fenix HM61R V3.0, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 40 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HM61R V3.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HM71R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 105.4 mm (4.15 in) | 106 mm (4.17 in)+0.6 mm |
| Height | 51 mm (2.01 in) | 45 mm (1.77 in)−6 mm |
| Thickness | 38 mm (1.50 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)+8 mm |
| Weight | 167.6 g with battery and headband | 207.5 g with battery and headband+40 g |
| Battery | 18650 | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 2,700 lm |
| Throw | 195 m | 230 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 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 V3.0 vs HM71R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM61R V3.0 is the shorter light: 105.4 mm (4.15 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 0.6 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix HM71R is 6 mm slimmer (45 vs 51 mm). The Fenix HM61R V3.0 is 40 g lighter (167.6 g vs 207.5 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM71R is rated brighter: 2,700 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix HM61R V3.0, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM71R reaches further: 230 m vs 195 m rated throw (18% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM61R V3.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Fenix HM71R 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 V3.0 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM71R $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM61R V3.0 cost $30.00 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 V3.0 if you want less weight (40 g lighter). Choose the Fenix HM71R if you want a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower), more output (2,700 lm vs 1,800 lm) and longer throw (230 m vs 195 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HM61R V3.0 vs HM71R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Fenix HM71R?
The Fenix HM61R V3.0 is the shorter light: 105.4 mm (4.15 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 0.6 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix HM71R is 6 mm slimmer (45 vs 51 mm). The Fenix HM61R V3.0 is 40 g lighter (167.6 g vs 207.5 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Fenix HM71R?
The Fenix HM71R is rated brighter: 2,700 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix HM61R V3.0, 50% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM71R reaches further: 230 m vs 195 m rated throw (18% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Fenix HM71R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM71R $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM61R V3.0 cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM61R V3.0 and Fenix HM71R use the same battery?
The Fenix HM61R V3.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Fenix HM71R 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 V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HM71R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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