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ATN ThOR LTV 256 1.5-4.5x vs Sightmark Shade Thermal 2-16x15

The ThOR LTV 256 1.5-4.5x runs a 256×192 core at 12 µm behind a 12 mm lens; the Shade Thermal 2-16x15 runs 256×192 at 12 µm behind 15 mm. The Shade Thermal 2-16x15 is lighter by 2.9 oz. Approximate prices are ~$879 and ~$800.

How far you can see a person
ATN ThOR LTV 256 1.5-4.5x256×192 · 12 µm · 12 mm
38 m make out detail63 m tell what it is250 m spot itmaker claims 910 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 LTV 256 1.5-4.5xSightmarkSightmark Shade Thermal 2-16x15
Published
Sensor256×192256×192
Pixel pitch12 µm12 µm
NETD—<50 mK
Refresh rate60 Hz—
Lens12 mm15 mm
Base magnification1.5×2×
Digital zoomup to 4.5×up to 16×
Field of view14.2° horizontal11° horizontal
Display1280x7201280x720 LCOS
Claimed detection910 m—
Claim basishuman-sized target (ATN product page 1000 yd)—
Run time9 h4.4 h
Battery typeInternal Li-ionCR123
Weight22.9 oz20 oz
Length11.5″4.8″
Laser rangefinderNoNo
Ballistic calculatorNoNo
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiNo—
Warranty5 years—
Country of originUSA—
Approx. price~$879~$800
Derived here
IFOV1.000 mrad0.800 mrad
Est. detection250 m313 m
Est. recognition63 m78 m
Est. identification38 m48 m
Claim ÷ estimate3.6×—
Derived field of view14.6°11.7°
Pixels per degree17.521.9
Where to buyAmazon →Sightmark →

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