Fenix PD35R ACE vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 9.5 mm (0.37 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, and 5.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 9.5 mm (0.37 in) shorter than the Fenix PD35R ACE, and 5.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD35R ACE Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.5 mm (5.53 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)−9.5 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+5.5 mm |
| Body | 23.6 mm (0.93 in) | — |
| Weight | 145 g with battery | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $85.95 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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PD35R ACE vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 9.5 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35R ACE is 5.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35R ACE: 145 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Fenix PD35R ACE, 160% more.
Battery
The Fenix PD35R ACE runs on a removable CR123A battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $43.96 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 PD35R ACE if you want a slimmer profile (5.5 mm narrower). Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (9.5 mm shorter) and more output (5,200 lm vs 2,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD35R ACE vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 140.5 mm (5.53 in), a difference of 9.5 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix PD35R ACE is 5.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD35R ACE: 145 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Fenix PD35R ACE, 160% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD35R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD35R ACE was $85.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $43.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD35R ACE and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
The Fenix PD35R ACE runs on a removable CR123A battery; the Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD35R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $85.95 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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