Fenix LD30R vs Nitecore MH12 Pro size comparison
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 8.7 mm (0.34 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is 8.7 mm (0.34 in) longer than the Fenix LD30R, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LD30R Check price ↗ | Nitecore MH12 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 129.7 mm (5.11 in) | 138.4 mm (5.45 in)+8.7 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.9 mm (1.06 in)+0.4 mm |
| Body | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | 25.9 mm (1.02 in)+3.3 mm |
| Weight | 132 g with battery | 82 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 3,300 lm |
| Throw | 257 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.45" x W-1.02" x H-1.06" (head 1.06", body 1.02"), 2.89 oz; converted |
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LD30R vs MH12 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 8.7 mm (6%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD30R: 132 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix LD30R, 94% more.
Battery
The Fenix LD30R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore MH12 Pro 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 LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix LD30R cost $10.00 less. 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 (8.7 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore MH12 Pro if you want more output (3,300 lm vs 1,700 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LD30R vs MH12 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD30R or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Fenix LD30R is the shorter light: 129.7 mm (5.11 in) against 138.4 mm (5.45 in), a difference of 8.7 mm (6%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.9 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD30R: 132 g with battery; Nitecore MH12 Pro: 82 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD30R or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
The Nitecore MH12 Pro is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix LD30R, 94% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LD30R or the Nitecore MH12 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LD30R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore MH12 Pro $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Fenix LD30R cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LD30R and Nitecore MH12 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix LD30R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore MH12 Pro 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 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.
- Nitecore MH12 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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