Fenix LR50R vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 32 mm (1.26 in) shorter than the Fenix LR50R, and 56 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 32 mm (1.26 in) shorter than the Fenix LR50R, and 56 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix LR50R Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 163 mm (6.42 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)−32 mm |
| Head / width | 88 mm (3.46 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−56 mm |
| Body | 60 mm (2.36 in) | — |
| Weight | 986 g with battery | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 12,000 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | 950 m | — |
| Type | Thrower / search | EDC |
| Price | $319.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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LR50R vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 163 mm (6.42 in), a difference of 32 mm (20%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC33 is 56 mm slimmer (32 vs 88 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR50R: 986 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR50R is rated brighter: 12,000 lm maximum vs 5,200 lm for the Sofirn SC33, 131% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR50R was $319.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $277.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix LR50R is listed as thrower / search and the Sofirn SC33 as edc, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LR50R if you want more output (12,000 lm vs 5,200 lm). Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (32 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (56 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR50R vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR50R or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 163 mm (6.42 in), a difference of 32 mm (20%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC33 is 56 mm slimmer (32 vs 88 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix LR50R: 986 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR50R or the Sofirn SC33?
The Fenix LR50R is rated brighter: 12,000 lm maximum vs 5,200 lm for the Sofirn SC33, 131% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR50R or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR50R was $319.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $277.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR50R and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix LR50R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $319.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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