Whether you hunt foxes, hogs, or go after smaller furbearers like raccoons or possums, the Nocpix VISTA S50R is one of the best thermal monoculars in the industry, and brings top-tier performance to the thermal optics market.
Whether you were on our website looking for the best thermal scope or just want more information on this new addition to the Nocpix VISTA series, you’re in the right place; here’s your breakdown.
About The Nocpix VISTA S50R
The Nocpix S50R is a next-generation thermal monocular that’s only 201x70x82mm and weighs just 690g, which is just over 24 ounces, or roughly a pound and a half. As a monocular, this package is fairly compact and lightweight, giving it an edge over some other thermal optics, such as binoculars, which are larger, generally heavier, and usually cost more.
The key to the performance of the Nocpix VISTA S50R is a 1280x1024, 12μm thermal sensor with a 60Hz frame rate and a NETD rating of 15mK or better.
There’s a little to unpack here. One, this is a very high resolution for a thermal sensor and a reasonably small pixel pitch paired to a fast frame rate and very high thermal sensitivity as a result of the NETD rating.
This monocular is also equipped with an F0.9 germanium lens that allows for 20% more light intake, further enhancing image quality, enabling vividly clear observations, even in complete darkness.
The result is exceptional image clarity and definition since the monocular is so sensitive to tiny thermal differentials, and, because of the high frame rate and low pixel pitch, this optic is very fast, resulting in a smooth, enjoyable, lag-free viewing experience. Notably, the sight picture will be much clearer and more lag-free, even when tracking a moving target, which can make quite a difference when your target is a cautious, nervous, quick-reacting game animal like a predator.
The VISTA S50R is also equipped with Nocpix’s Reality+ Imaging Algorithm along with electronic image stabilization that together reduce noise and further improve clarity, enhancing the final image quality delivered by the large-format, 2560x2560 AMOLED display.
On the note of the display, this thermal monocular, like many of the best thermal scopes from Nocpix, also supports numerous color palettes so you can customize the viewing experience based on your preferences.
Just as importantly, several of these display color palettes are specifically designed to minimize fatigue and “night eye” even during extended viewing durations. For instance, the monocular supports a pure green monochrome mode that is easy on the eyes, as well as a crimson setting that is ideal in low-light conditions for preserving night vision.
For scanning and scouting, this is also an excellent optic, since it is capable of fairly high magnification, between 2x and 40x. It also has a long detection range at 2600m, which is greater than a mile. It also sports a relatively wide field of view which enables a more seamless viewing experience and sight picture, especially at extended ranges.
On the same note, this Nocpix thermal monocular is equipped with a versatile laser rangefinder that can accurately estimate distances as far off as 1200m, giving you the ability to confidently judge ranges for the purposes of closing the intervening distance or executing a shot.
On the same note, the VISTA S50R also boasts an on-board ballistic calculator, so you can make the calculations needed to help ensure a shot that is not just effective in its placement but which is also ethical.
The VISTA S50R is powered by a replaceable, rechargeable 4400mAh lithium-ion battery that is powerful, long-lasting, and easy to replace, streamlining use in the field, even during long, grueling night hunts. It also offers three charging options, either you can swap the batteries or charge the monocular via its built-in port. The rechargeable battery has a type C charging port built into the battery for convenient charging without having to carry a separate charger that takes up space, and can be easily lost.
This thermal monocular also sports features that help keep it discreet. Its buttons are completely silent in operation, helping to keep you concealed in the dark; it also has an eye cup (Guard) that rotates, so you can seal out and prevent light leakage which might give away your position.
All in all, this thermal monocular is optimized for a user-friendly experience and is rich in features that improve it thereby, even in low-light conditions or in complete darkness. Easy to find controls round out the VISTA S50R, making this one of the best thermal monoculars currently available.
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