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Fenix HL12R V2.0 vs Princeton Tec Sync

What HL12R V2.0 does better (1) and where Sync wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Fenix HL12R V2.0
Fenix · 2025HL12R V2.0
6.6Score
1 advantage≈ $45
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Princeton Tec Sync
Princeton Tec · 2025Sync
0 advantages≈ $45
5.9Brightness & throw3.8

Why is HL12R V2.0 better than Sync?

  1. Maximum output500 lm vs 300 lm+67%

Why is Sync better than HL12R V2.0?

Sync has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Light output
Maximum output500 lm300 lm
Peak beam intensity3,910 cd—
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)125 m—
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
LED emitterLuminus SST-20—
LED makerLuminus—
Colour temperature6,500K—
Battery & charging
Battery—AAA
Battery capacity950 mAh—
Maximum runtime112 h—
RechargeableYes—
USB-C chargingYes—
Battery level indicatorYes—
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP66—
Water protection (IPx)IPx6—
Body materialAluminium—
Size & weight
Head diameter / width56 mm—
Body diameter / depth40 mm—
Weight73 g—
Modes & features
SwitchDual switches—
Red lightYes—
LockoutYes—
Mode memoryYes—
ColoursPurple—
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