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Pulsar Merger Duo NXP50 vs Pulsar Symbion LRF DXR50

The Merger Duo NXP50 runs a 640×480 core at 17 µm behind a 50 mm lens; the Symbion LRF DXR50 runs 640×480 at 12 µm behind 50 mm. The Symbion LRF DXR50 is lighter by 7.0 oz. Approximate prices are ~$6,100 and ~$6,200.

How far you can see a person
Pulsar Merger Duo NXP50640×480 · 17 µm · 50 mm
113 m make out detail184 m tell what it is735 m spot itmaker claims 1,800 m
Pulsar Symbion LRF DXR50640×480 · 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 Merger Duo NXP50PulsarPulsar Symbion LRF DXR50
Published
Sensor640×480640×480
Pixel pitch17 µm12 µm
NETD<25 mK<35 mK
Refresh rate50 Hz50 Hz
Lens50 mm50 mm
Base magnification3×4×
Digital zoomup to 24×up to 32×
Field of view12.4° horizontal8.8° horizontal
Display1280x960 AMOLED1920x1080 AMOLED
Claimed detection1,800 m2,300 m
Claim basisunspecifiedunspecified
Run time7.5 h10 h
Battery typeInternal + removableRemovable pack
Weight42.3 oz35.3 oz
Length8.1″8.1″
Laser rangefinderNoYes
Ballistic calculatorNoNo
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiYesYes
IP ratingIPX7IP67
Warranty3 years (5 with registration)3 years (5 with registration)
Approx. price~$6,100~$6,200
Derived here
IFOV0.340 mrad0.240 mrad
Est. detection735 m1,042 m
Est. recognition184 m260 m
Est. identification113 m160 m
Claim ÷ estimate2.4×2.2×
Derived field of view12.4°8.8°
Pixels per degree51.572.9
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Tinted rows are where these two differ. Prices are approximate.