While it’s true that there are many high-quality thermal scopes on the market right now from several leading brands, such as PULSAR, RIX, and InfiRay, one of the most versatile and capable of them all is the Nocpix ACE S60R.
This short post will break down some of the most important selling points of this thermal rifle scope.
1. It has the form factor of a conventional rifle optic and you can use it during the day.
Some thermal scopes are bulky and don’t capture the form factor of conventional optics. While this is a partially aesthetic consideration, it is true that the Nocpix ACE S60R looks and operates just like a “regular” scope. Adding to its value and versatility is the fact that it is compatible with standard 30mm scope rings and mounts (comes with a great 30mm Quick Disconnect mount) . In a similar vein, this is a thermal scope that you can use not just at night but during daylight; you don’t need two separate scopes for your rifle especially if you carry it both night and day for different species
2. It delivers exceptional clarity and detail.
The heart of the Nocpix ACE S60R is a 1280x1024, 12μm, 15mK thermal sensor that delivers exceptional clarity and relays crystal clear thermal images to an advanced, high-contrast 2560x2560 AMOLED display. It raises the bar for both target acquisition and identification.
3. It supports digital zoom and optical magnification.
While this Nocpix scope supports up to 12x digital zoom, it also supports 1-3x ocular magnification that will boost the apparent size of the sight picture without relying on digital zoom functionality, helping to minimize the distortion and pixelation commonly associated with digital magnification.
4. It supports multiple color palettes and reticles.
The best thermal rifle thermal scopes in the industry offer several different color palettes and reticle types. While the latter is a matter of preference, there are important practical considerations to be made on the matter of color palette.
One is that the preservation of night vision is essential while engaged in night hunting, because most wavelengths of visible light will photobleach the rhodopsin in your eyes that is critical for visual acuity in low-light conditions.
Red light, however, is not particularly damaging to rhodopsin; as a result, the red color palettes available on some high end thermal scopes - like the Nocpix scope that is the focus of this article - are superior for preserving your night vision, and helping to eliminate the “night blindness” or “Thermal-eye” that plagues some nocturnal hunters.
5. Power supply is versatile and it accepts common rechargeable batteries.
The Nocpix ACE S60R is powered by not one but two sources; an rechargeable internal battery, and a rechargeable, 18650-style replaceable, rechargeable battery. The former supports USB-C charging for convenience, and the latter is easily and cost-effectively replaceable.
Also, since the Nocpix ACE S60R is powered by two sources, that serves as a redundant failsafe against a loss of power in the field. You can also hot-swap the power supply which will enable you to enjoy unlimited power in the field, as long as you are stocked with charged 18650 backups. The S60R comes with 2 18650’s.
6. It has an integrated 1300 yard LRF.
With the Nocpix ACE S60R, you’ll never have to guess at distances again. With an integrated laser rangefinder with a range of 1300 yards, this Nocpix scope is well-equipped to engage targets almost half a mile away with much greater confidence.
7. It has an onboard ballistic calculator.
In concert with its integrated laser rangefinder, this Nocpix scope is outfitted with an onboard ballistic calculator. Input information associated with your cartridge, the anticipated range, and the conditions, then execute the shot with perfect confidence.
8. It offers simplified controls for easy in the field use, under complete darkness.
There are few buttons and external controls on the Nocpix ACE S60R, and all of them are easy to identify and manipulate in the dark. There are three buttons; a power button, a rangefinder button and a menu button, along with three control turrets, one of which is to access the battery compartment. These, along with an objective lens focus ring, a diopter ring and a ring to control the optical magnification round out the tactile controls of this thermal scope.
Get the Full Scoop on the Nocpix ACE S60R
Is the Nocpix ACE S60R the best thermal scope for your applications? That really depends on what you intend to use it for. If you still have questions about this thermal scope, or need a personalized recommendation, give Dark Night Outdoors a call at 309-781-8421, let us know what you intend to use it for, and we’ll let you know what the best options are for your intended application.
