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Pulsar Krypton 2 FXG50 vs Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XG50

The Krypton 2 FXG50 runs a 640×480 core at 12 µm behind a 50 mm lens; the Thermion 2 LRF XG50 runs 640×480 at 12 µm behind 50 mm. The Krypton 2 FXG50 is lighter by 13.7 oz. Approximate prices are ~$5,000 and ~$5,500.

How far you can see a person
Pulsar Krypton 2 FXG50640×480 · 12 µm · 50 mm
160 m make out detail260 m tell what it is1,042 m spot itmaker claims 2,300 m
Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XG50640×480 · 12 µm · 50 mm
160 m make out detail260 m tell what it is1,042 m spot itmaker claims 2,300 m
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Calculated from the sensor's pixel pitch and the lens focal length, for clear air.
SpecPulsarPulsar Krypton 2 FXG50PulsarPulsar Thermion 2 LRF XG50
Published
Sensor640×480640×480
Pixel pitch12 µm12 µm
NETD<40 mK<40 mK
Refresh rate50 Hz50 Hz
Lens50 mm50 mm
Base magnification1×3×
Digital zoom—up to 24×
Field of view8.8° horizontal8.8° horizontal
Display1920x1080 AMOLED1024x768 AMOLED
Claimed detection2,300 m2,300 m
Claim basis1.8 m objectdeer
Run time11 h9 h
Battery typeRemovable packInternal + removable
Weight20.5 oz34.2 oz
Length5.2″16.5″
Laser rangefinderNoYes
Ballistic calculatorNoYes
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiYesYes
IP ratingIPX7IPX7
Warranty3 years (5 with registration)3 years (5 with registration)
Approx. price~$5,000~$5,500
Derived here
IFOV0.240 mrad0.240 mrad
Est. detection1,042 m1,042 m
Est. recognition260 m260 m
Est. identification160 m160 m
Claim ÷ estimate2.2×2.2×
Derived field of view8.8°8.8°
Pixels per degree72.972.9
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Tinted rows are where these two differ. Prices are approximate.