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Steiner Nighthunter C35 Gen II vs Armasight Operator 640 1-4x35

The Nighthunter C35 Gen II runs a 640×512 core at 12 µm behind a 35 mm lens; the Operator 640 1-4x35 runs 640×480 at 12 µm behind 35 mm. The Nighthunter C35 Gen II has 1.1× the pixels. The Nighthunter C35 Gen II is lighter by 0.5 oz. Approximate prices are ~$3,450 and ~$3,439.

How far you can see a person
Steiner Nighthunter C35 Gen II640×512 · 12 µm · 35 mm
112 m make out detail182 m tell what it is729 m spot it
Armasight Operator 640 1-4x35640×480 · 12 µm · 35 mm
112 m make out detail182 m tell what it is729 m spot itmaker claims 1,305 m
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Calculated from the sensor's pixel pitch and the lens focal length, for clear air.
SpecSteinerSteiner Nighthunter C35 Gen IIArmasightArmasight Operator 640 1-4x35
Published
Sensor640×512640×480
Pixel pitch12 µm12 µm
NETD<30 mK—
Refresh rate50 Hz60 Hz
Lens35 mm35 mm
Base magnification1×1×
Digital zoom—up to 4×
Field of view12.5° horizontal12.6° horizontal
Display1280x960 OLED1024x768 OLED
Claimed detection—1,305 m
Claim basis—human-sized target
Run time9 h4 h
Battery type18650CR123
Weight16.2 oz16.7 oz
Length4.7″6.1″
Laser rangefinderNoNo
Ballistic calculatorNoNo
Records videoYesYes
Wi-FiYesNo
IP ratingsplash-proofIP67
Warranty2 years3 years (with registration)
Approx. price~$3,450~$3,439
Derived here
IFOV0.343 mrad0.343 mrad
Est. detection729 m729 m
Est. recognition182 m182 m
Est. identification112 m112 m
Claim ÷ estimate—1.8×
Derived field of view12.5°12.5°
Pixels per degree51.151.1
Where to buySteiner →Armasight →

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