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ATN ThOR 6 Mini 256 2-16x vs Sightmark Shade Thermal 2-16x15

The ThOR 6 Mini 256 2-16x runs a 256×192 core at 12 µm behind a 15 mm lens; the Shade Thermal 2-16x15 runs 256×192 at 12 µm behind 15 mm. The ThOR 6 Mini 256 2-16x is lighter by 2.4 oz. Approximate prices are ~$689 and ~$800.

How far you can see a person
ATN ThOR 6 Mini 256 2-16x256×192 · 12 µm · 15 mm
48 m make out detail78 m tell what it is313 m spot itmaker claims 1,200 m
Sightmark Shade Thermal 2-16x15256×192 · 12 µm · 15 mm
48 m make out detail78 m tell what it is313 m spot it
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Calculated from the sensor's pixel pitch and the lens focal length, for clear air.
SpecATNATN ThOR 6 Mini 256 2-16xSightmarkSightmark Shade Thermal 2-16x15
Published
Sensor256×192256×192
Pixel pitch12 µm12 µm
NETD≤20 mK<50 mK
Refresh rate50 Hz—
Lens15 mm15 mm
Base magnification2×2×
Digital zoomup to 16×up to 16×
Field of view11.7° horizontal11° horizontal
Display800x600 OLED1280x720 LCOS
Claimed detection1,200 m—
Claim basisunspecified—
Run time8 h4.4 h
Battery type18650CR123
Weight17.6 oz20 oz
Length7.1″4.8″
Laser rangefinderNoNo
Ballistic calculatorNoNo
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiYes—
IP ratingIP67—
Warranty5 years—
Approx. price~$689~$800
Derived here
IFOV0.800 mrad0.800 mrad
Est. detection313 m313 m
Est. recognition78 m78 m
Est. identification48 m48 m
Claim ÷ estimate3.8×—
Derived field of view11.7°11.7°
Pixels per degree21.921.9
Where to buyATN →Sightmark →

Tinted rows are where these two differ. Prices are approximate.