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Pulsar Krypton 2 FXQ35 vs Pulsar Thermion 2 XQ35 Pro

The Krypton 2 FXQ35 runs a 384×288 core at 17 µm behind a 35 mm lens; the Thermion 2 XQ35 Pro runs 384×288 at 17 µm behind 35 mm. On the Johnson yardstick they detect a person at 515 m and 515 m and recognize one at 129 m and 129 m; the boxes say 1,350 m and 1,350 m. The Krypton 2 FXQ35 is lighter by 15.6 oz. Approximate prices are ~$3,700 and ~$2,600.

Estimated range, standing human, clear air
Pulsar Krypton 2 FXQ35384×288 · 17 µm · 35 mm
79 m identify129 m recognize515 m detectbox says 1,350 m (unspecified)
Pulsar Thermion 2 XQ35 Pro384×288 · 17 µm · 35 mm
79 m identify129 m recognize515 m detectbox says 1,350 m (deer)
501002005001k2k5k m
Estimated from pixel pitch and lens focal length using the Johnson criteria (2, 8 and 13 pixels across a 0.5 m human critical dimension), clear air, 50 % probability. A model of the optics, not a measurement — real range depends on temperature contrast, humidity and the animal.
SpecPulsarPulsar Krypton 2 FXQ35PulsarPulsar Thermion 2 XQ35 Pro
Published
Sensor384×288384×288
Pixel pitch17 µm17 µm
NETD<25 mK<25 mK
Refresh rate50 Hz50 Hz
Lens35 mm35 mm
Base magnification2.5×
Digital zoomup to 4×
Field of view10.7° horizontal10.7° horizontal
Display1920x1080 AMOLED1024x768 AMOLED
Claimed detection1,350 m1,350 m
Claim basisunspecifieddeer
Run time11 h10 h
Battery typeRemovable packInternal + removable
Weight19 oz34.6 oz
Length4.6″15.7″
Laser rangefinderNoNo
Ballistic calculatorNoYes
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiYesYes
IP ratingIPX7IPX7
Warranty3 years (5 with registration)3 years (5 with registration)
Approx. price~$3,700~$2,600
Derived here
IFOV0.486 mrad0.486 mrad
Est. detection515 m515 m
Est. recognition129 m129 m
Est. identification79 m79 m
Claim ÷ estimate2.6×2.6×
Derived field of view10.7°10.7°
Pixels per degree3636
Where to buyPulsarPulsar

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