Fenix WF05E vs Fenix WT16R size comparison
The Fenix WT16R is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Fenix WF05E, and 18 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix WT16R is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Fenix WF05E, and 18 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix WF05E Check price ↗ | Fenix WT16R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 134.5 mm (5.30 in) | 127 mm (5.00 in)−7.5 mm |
| Head / width | 19 mm (0.75 in) | 37 mm (1.46 in)+18 mm |
| Body | 14.9 mm (0.59 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 26 mm (1.02 in) |
| Weight | 38 g without battery | 129 g with battery |
| Battery | 2x AAA | Built-in |
| Max output | 85 lm | 300 lm |
| Throw | 54 m | 115 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $34.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 37.0 mm wide x 26.0 mm thick |
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WF05E vs WT16R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 134.5 mm (5.30 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix WF05E is 18 mm slimmer (19 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF05E: 38 g without battery; Fenix WT16R: 129 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix WT16R is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 85 lm for the Fenix WF05E, 253% more. For beam distance the Fenix WT16R reaches further: 115 m vs 54 m rated throw (113% more).
Battery
The Fenix WF05E runs on removable 2x AAA batteries; the Fenix WT16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix WF05E lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF05E was $34.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WT16R $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF05E cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix WF05E if you want a slimmer profile (18 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WT16R if you want a shorter light (7.5 mm shorter), more output (300 lm vs 85 lm), longer throw (115 m vs 54 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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WF05E vs WT16R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix WF05E or the Fenix WT16R?
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 134.5 mm (5.30 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix WF05E is 18 mm slimmer (19 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix WF05E: 38 g without battery; Fenix WT16R: 129 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix WF05E or the Fenix WT16R?
The Fenix WT16R is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 85 lm for the Fenix WF05E, 253% more. For beam distance the Fenix WT16R reaches further: 115 m vs 54 m rated throw (113% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix WF05E or the Fenix WT16R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF05E was $34.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WT16R $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF05E cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix WF05E and Fenix WT16R use the same battery?
The Fenix WF05E runs on removable 2x AAA batteries; the Fenix WT16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix WF05E lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix WF05E: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $34.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WT16R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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