Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix E35R size comparison
The Fenix E35R is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix E28R V2.0, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 20 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix E35R is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix E28R V2.0, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 20 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E28R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix E35R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 121 mm (4.76 in) | 120 mm (4.72 in)−1 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.5 mm (1.04 in)same |
| Body | 22.5 mm (0.89 in) | 24.8 mm (0.98 in)+2.3 mm |
| Weight | 128 g with battery | 148 g with battery+20 g |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 3,100 lm |
| Throw | 273 m | 260 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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E28R V2.0 vs E35R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E35R is the shorter light: 120 mm (4.72 in) against 121 mm (4.76 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix E28R V2.0 is 20 g lighter (128 g vs 148 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E35R is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 82% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 260 m rated throw (5% more).
Battery
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix E35R 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 E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix E35R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E28R V2.0 cost $15.00 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 E28R V2.0 if you want less weight (20 g lighter). Choose the Fenix E35R if you want more output (3,100 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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E28R V2.0 vs E35R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix E35R?
The Fenix E35R is the shorter light: 120 mm (4.72 in) against 121 mm (4.76 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix E28R V2.0 is 20 g lighter (128 g vs 148 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix E35R?
The Fenix E35R is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 82% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 260 m rated throw (5% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the Fenix E35R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix E35R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E28R V2.0 cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E28R V2.0 and Fenix E35R use the same battery?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix E35R 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 E28R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix E35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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