Fenix LD36R vs Sofirn IF22A size comparison
The Sofirn IF22A is 12.5 mm (0.49 in) shorter than the Fenix LD36R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn IF22A is 12.5 mm (0.49 in) shorter than the Fenix LD36R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LD36R Check price ↗ | Sofirn IF22A Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 139.6 mm (5.50 in) | 127.1 mm (5.00 in)−12.5 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 42 mm (1.65 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)+1.5 mm |
| Weight | 231 g with battery | 120 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,600 lm | 2,100 lm |
| Throw | 385 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $114.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | sofirnlight.com sourced Pocket thrower |
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LD36R vs IF22A: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn IF22A is the shorter light: 127.1 mm (5.00 in) against 139.6 mm (5.50 in), a difference of 12.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix LD36R is 2 mm slimmer (40 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD36R: 231 g with battery; Sofirn IF22A: 120 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LD36R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 2,100 lm for the Sofirn IF22A, 71% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LD36R if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and more output (3,600 lm vs 2,100 lm). Choose the Sofirn IF22A if you want a shorter light (12.5 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix LD36R Check price ↗ Sofirn IF22A
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LD36R vs IF22A FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LD36R or the Sofirn IF22A?
The Sofirn IF22A is the shorter light: 127.1 mm (5.00 in) against 139.6 mm (5.50 in), a difference of 12.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix LD36R is 2 mm slimmer (40 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LD36R: 231 g with battery; Sofirn IF22A: 120 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LD36R or the Sofirn IF22A?
The Fenix LD36R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 2,100 lm for the Sofirn IF22A, 71% more.
Do the Fenix LD36R and Sofirn IF22A use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Compare Fenix LD36R with similar lights
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Sources
- Fenix LD36R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price from $114.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn IF22A: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by sofirnlight.com. No verified price yet.
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