Fenix LD30R vs Fenix PD32R size comparison
The Fenix PD32R is 5.3 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
Fenix PD32R: Photo: Fenix · Image policy
The Fenix PD32R is 5.3 mm (0.21 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix LD30R Check price ↗ | Fenix PD32R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129.7 mm (5.11 in) | 135 mm (5.31 in)+5.3 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.5 mm (1.04 in)same |
| Body | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | 23.6 mm (0.93 in)+1 mm |
| Weight | 132 g with battery | 136 g with battery+4 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,400 lm |
| Throw | 257 m | 344 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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LD30R vs PD32R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 135 mm (5.31 in), a difference of 5.3 mm (4%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix LD30R is 4 g lighter (132 g vs 136 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LD30R is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix PD32R, 21% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD32R reaches further: 344 m vs 257 m rated throw (34% more).
Battery
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD32R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LD30R if you want a shorter light (5.3 mm shorter) and more output (1,700 lm vs 1,400 lm). Choose the Fenix PD32R if you want longer throw (344 m vs 257 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LD30R vs PD32R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD32R?
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 135 mm (5.31 in), a difference of 5.3 mm (4%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix LD30R is 4 g lighter (132 g vs 136 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD32R?
The Fenix LD30R is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix PD32R, 21% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD32R reaches further: 344 m vs 257 m rated throw (34% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD30R or the Fenix PD32R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD32R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD30R and Fenix PD32R use the same battery?
Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LD30R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix PD32R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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