Thermal Monoculars
ATN BlazeHunter 4-32x (384x288) Pro Thermal Imaging Monocular. The ATN BlazeHunter is a high-performance thermal monocular designed for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and home defense.
ATN BlazeHunter 2.5-20x (640x512) Pro Thermal Imaging Monocular. The ATN BlazeHunter is a high-performance thermal monocular designed for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and home defense.
ATN BlazeHunter 4-32x (384x288) Pro Thermal Imaging Monocular w/LRF. The ATN BlazeHunter is a high-performance thermal monocular designed for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and home defense.
ATN BlazeHunter 2.5-20x (640x512) Pro Thermal Imaging Monocular w/LRF. The ATN BlazeHunter is a high-performance thermal monocular designed for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and home defense.
ATN BlazeHunter 3.5-28x (640x512) Pro Thermal Imaging Monocular w/LRF. The ATN BlazeHunter is a high-performance thermal monocular designed for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and home defense.
Guide IR TD210 Thermal Imaging (256x192) Monocular
Compact, Lightweight and Robust!
Guide IR TD210 Thermal Imaging (256x192) Monocular. Offers functional thermal rendering and good tracking and observation with its 256x192 12µm <50mK NETD and high resolution 1280x960 LCOS display.
Guide’s entry-level hand-held security/surveillance thermal imager, the IR518-EB features a 384x288 resolution that gives 30% more pixels than it’s nearest commercial competitor and a wider field of view. Man-sized detection remains at about 600m, but with increased resolution. All Guide Infrared thermal imagers feature a 50Hz image refresh rate that gives real time imaging. With a 25mm lens.
Guide IR Sensmart Thermal (256x192) Monocular - 10mm. The TE Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Monocular is a pocket-sized night vision powerhouse, offering exceptional performance at an affordable price. It is equipped with a highly sensitive infrared detector, providing multiple resolutions and lens options to meet your diverse needs in various environments. A 10-minute quick charge gives you an hour of continuous use, making it the perfect companion for your outdoor explorations.
Guide IR Sensmart Thermal (400x300) Monocular - 19mm. The TE Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Monocular is a pocket-sized night vision powerhouse, offering exceptional performance at an affordable price. It is equipped with a highly sensitive infrared detector, providing multiple resolutions and lens options to meet your diverse needs in various environments. A 10-minute quick charge gives you an hour of continuous use, making it the perfect companion for your outdoor explorations.
Guide IR Sensmart Thermal (400x300) Monocular - 25mm. The TE Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Monocular is a pocket-sized night vision powerhouse, offering exceptional performance at an affordable price. It is equipped with a highly sensitive infrared detector, providing multiple resolutions and lens options to meet your diverse needs in various environments. A 10-minute quick charge gives you an hour of continuous use, making it the perfect companion for your outdoor explorations.
HIKMicro LYNX-S 6mm (160x120) Thermal Imager
Ideal for airgunners!
HIKMICRO LYNX-S 6mm (160x120) Thermal Imager. The HIKMICRO LYNX 6mm delivers a high-quality thermal image and packs a host of features normally reserved for high-end thermal spotters. The 160x120px, 17µm thermal sensor (35mK NETD Rating) and HIK software delivers a detailed image to the screen. The WiFi and dedicated app allows you to take complete control of the unit's settings and features from your smartphone. Perfect for use within the effective range of an airgun!
HIKMicro LYNX-S PRO 10mm (256x192) Thermal Imager
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 35mK NETD!
HIKMICRO LYNX-S PRO 10mm (256x192) Thermal Imager. Joining the range of HIKMICRO thermal monoculars – the Lynx LE10 is focused on delivering high-level thermal performance at an entry-level price point. At the heart of this enhanced performance is the 256 x 192, 12um sensor, this delivers higher levels of image detail that will be especially useful when trying to locate and identify small animals like rabbits, squirrels and birds. The sub 35 NETD performance of the sensor ensures detec
HikMicro LYNX 2.0 15mm (384x288) Thermal Imager. There is no doubt that the LH15 2.0 can be the best choice for your first 20mK thermal monocular. With a powerful combination of a 384 thermal detector and a free-focus 15mm/F1.0, the LH15 2.0 features with 30.8m wide field of view and is capable of presenting its stunning quality in forest environments.
HIKMicro LYNX 2.0 LH19 19mm (384x288) Thermal Imager
Exceptional Value for money: Priced competitively for both day and night bird-watching enthusiasts, it’s perfect for capturing and sharing BIRDWATCHING moments with ease.
HikMicro LYNX 2.0 19mm (384x288) Thermal Imager. LH19 2.0 is designed with a manual focus ring for a better observation experience. The 1.8x basic magnification and up to 900m detection range are provided with a 19mm/F1.0 lens, helping to easily target your game no matter if you are in the open field or wooded forest.
HikMicro LYNX 2.0 25mm (384x288) Thermal Imager. LYNX 2.0 combines detailed observation and compact size, making it the perfect entry-level for all hunters. The LH25 2.0 has a detection range of 1200 meters, ensuring reliable detection of targets over a wide area, making it ideal for field and forest hunting.
HikMicro LYNX 2.0 35mm (384x288) Thermal Imager. Introducing the Lynx 2.0 35mm 384px the latest evolution in high-performance handheld thermal imaging. Featuring an upgraded 35mm focal length, this range topping model provides higher magnification, allowing you to detect distant targets and identify them with greater precision. Whether you're into wildlife observation, search and rescue, or security, the enhanced magnification ensures that you can spot heat signatures from further away with exce
HIKMicro Falcon FH25 25mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular
As used by the BBC for Winterwatch. The HIKMICRO Falcon FH25 is the ideal companion for both amateur and professional BIRDWATCHERS. Designed to perform in any environment, it features a 384x288 thermal sensor with a cutting-edge 12um pixel pitch and impressive <20mk sensitivity, enabling you to effortlessly detect birds at short to medium ranges, even in dense foliage or low-light conditions like twilight.
HikMicro Falcon 25mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular. Welcome to the Falcon series of advanced thermal monoculars - Boasting an industry leading SUB 20 NETD sensor paired to a high quality F1.0 lens the Falcon delivers the highest performance thermal sensor available on the commercial market. This translates into an exceptionally high quality image even in the harshest of weather conditions.
HIKMicro Falcon FQ25Pro 25mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular
HIKMICRO’s go-to thermal monocular for BIRDWATCHING. 'The best thermal monocular for wildlife observation. But in the short time I had with the Falcon thermal monocular, I learned so much, saw so much which I would (and could) never have seen without it. It is a great device, high quality, easy to use and perhaps most of all, it is a huge amount of fun, bringing a new dimension to wildlife watching.' Mike Weedon Birdwatching Magazine.Ideal for professional/ecology use!
HikMicro Falcon Pro 25mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular. Welcome to the Falcon series of advanced thermal monoculars - Boasting an industry leading SUB 20 NETD sensor paired to an exceptional F0.9 lens system the Falcon delivers the highest performance components available on the commercial market. This translates into an exceptionally high quality image even in the harshest of weather conditions.
HIKMicro Falcon 35mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD! As used by the BBC for Winterwatch
HikMicro Falcon 35mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular. Welcome to the Falcon series of advanced thermal monoculars - Boasting an industry leading SUB 20 NETD sensor paired to a high quality F1.0 lens the Falcon delivers the highest performance thermal sensor available on the commercial market. This translates into an exceptionally high quality image even in the harshest of weather conditions.
HIKMicro Falcon Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular
The HIKMICRO Falcon FH35 35mm 384x288 delivers the highest-performance thermal sensor available on the commercial market.
HikMicro Falcon Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular. The HIKMICRO Falcon FH35 35mm 384x288 will be the industries most popular thermal monoculars due to its advanced thermal imaging system that brings an industry-leading SUB 20 NETD sensor paired with a high-quality F1.0 lens together for the first time in a commercial grade unit. The HIKMICRO Falcon FH35 35mm 384x288 delivers the highest-performance thermal sensor available on the commercial market. This translates into an exceptionally high-q
HIKMicro Falcon Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD!
HikMicro Falcon Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular. Welcome to the Falcon series of advanced thermal monoculars - Boasting an industry leading SUB 20 NETD sensor paired to an exceptional F0.9 lens system the Falcon delivers the highest performance components available on the commercial market. This translates into an exceptionally high quality image even in the harshest of weather conditions.
HIKMicro Condor 25mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular w/LRF
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD!
HikMicro Condor 25mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular w/LRF. The new HIKMICRO Condor LRF thermal monocular is built around the same high performance, SUB 20mk NETD 384x288px thermal sensor that is found in the acclaimed Falcon series but with the addition of a 1000m Laser Range Finder to make it easier to judge the distance to your target, even in complete darkness.
HIKMicro Condor 35mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular w/LRF
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD!
HikMicro Condor 35mm Thermal (384x288) Monocular w/LRF. The new HIKMICRO Condor LRF thermal monocular is built around the same high performance, SUB 20mk NETD 384x288px thermal sensor that is found in the acclaimed Falcon series but with the addition of a 1000m Laser Range Finder to make it easer to judge the distance to your target, even in complete darkness.
HIKMicro Condor Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD! Winner of The Great British Shooting Awards 2024 - Night Vision Product of the Year (over £1500)!
HikMicro Condor Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. The new HIKMICRO Condor LRF Pro thermal monocular is built around the same high performance, SUB 20mk NETD 640x512px thermal sensor that is found in the acclaimed Falcon series but with the addition of a 1000m Laser Range Finder to make it easer to judge the distance to your target, even in complete darkness.
HIKMicro Condor Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF
12µm thermal sensor with Sub 20mK NETD!
HikMicro Condor Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. The new HIKMICRO Condor LRF Pro thermal monocular is built around the same high performance, SUB 20mk NETD 640x512px thermal sensor that is found in the acclaimed Falcon series but with the addition of a 1000m Laser Range Finder to make it easer to judge the distance to your target, even in complete darkness.
HikMicro Falcon 2.0 Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular. The HIKMICRO FALCON 2.0 series thermal monocular boasts advanced features like a high-end thermal sensor, sub 15 mK NETD, and shutterless imaging technology. It offers 640x512 px thermal sensors, ultra-sharp OLED displays, and, in the FQ50L model, a concealed Laser Range Finder. Ergonomic design and innovative focus system also allows for one-handed operation.
HikMicro Falcon 2.0 Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular. The HIKMICRO FALCON 2.0 series thermal monocular boasts advanced features like a high-end thermal sensor, sub 15 mK NETD, and shutterless imaging technology. It offers 640x512 px thermal sensors, ultra-sharp OLED displays, and, in the FQ50L model, a concealed Laser Range Finder. Ergonomic design and innovative focus system also allows for one-handed operation.
HikMicro Falcon 2.0 Pro 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. HIKMICRO FALCON FQ50L 2.0 handheld thermal monocular camera is equipped with a 640 × 512 @12 ?m thermal detector with much higher sensitivity (NETD < 15 mK), ensuring the finest details caught no matter the weather or light conditions. A 0.49” 1920 × 1080 larger OLED display and the innovative shutterless system (HSIS) provide an immersive and smooth viewing experience. The laser rangefinder ensures precise distance measurement with
HikMicro Condor 2.0 35mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. HIKMICRO CONDOR LRF CQ35L 2.0 handheld thermal monocular is equipped with a 640 × 512 @12 um thermal detector with much higher sensitivity (NETD < 15 mK), ensuring the finest details catching no matter the weather or light conditions. A 0.49” 1920 × 1080 larger OLED display and the innovative shutterless system (HSIS) provide an immersive and smooth viewing experience. The laser rangefinder ensures precise distance measurement within th
HikMicro Condor 2.0 50mm Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. HIKMICRO CONDOR LRF 2.0 handheld thermal monocular is equipped with a 640 × 512 @12 ?m thermal detector with much higher sensitivity (NETD < 15 mK), ensuring the finest details catching no matter the weather or light conditions. A 0.49” 1920 × 1080 larger OLED display and the innovative shutterless system (HSIS) provide an immersive and smooth viewing experience. The laser rangefinder ensures precise distance measurement within the
HIKMicro Gryphon LRF 25mm Thermal (384x288) & Visible Fusion Imager w/Laser Rangefinder
The Worlds First Thermal & Optical Bi-Spectrum, FUSION Monocular! FUSION Technology uses a thermal sensor alongside a conventional optical camera to deliver a super-detailed thermal image!
HikMicro Gryphon LRF 25mm Thermal (384x288) & Visible Fusion Imager w/Laser Rangefinder. The Gryphon fusion monocular introduces many unique features including ground-breaking bi-spectrum, Fusion technology which uses a thermal sensor alongside a conventional optical camera to deliver a super-detailed thermal image.
HIKMicro Gryphon Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) & Visible Fusion Imager
The Worlds First Thermal & Optical Bi-Spectrum, FUSION Monocular! FUSION Technology uses a thermal sensor alongside a conventional optical camera to deliver a super-detailed thermal image!
HikMicro Pro 35mm Thermal (640x512) & Visible Fusion Imager. The Gryphon fusion monocular introduces many unique features including ground-breaking bi-spectrum, Fusion technology which uses a thermal sensor alongside a conventional optical camera to deliver a super-detailed thermal image.
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LE10 is the most compact and affordable model in the Lynx 3.0 range, combining a 256×192 sub-20mK thermal sensor with a highly portable, pocket-ready design. Its 10mm F1.0 thermal lens delivers a wide field of view ideal for short-range wildlife observation, agricultural monitoring and general outdoor scanning. With intuitive fingertip controls, fast 2-second start-up and a bright AMOLED display, the LE10 offers excellent value and straightforward performance for beginners
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LE15 builds on the compact design of the Lynx series with a 256×192 sub-20mK thermal sensor paired with a 15mm F1.0 lens for enhanced mid-range performance. Offering a strong balance between portability, sensitivity and detection range, it remains lightweight and pocket-ready while delivering improved detail recognition over the LE10. With features such as HSIS shutterless technology, AMOLED display, fast 2-second start-up and intuitive fingertip operation, the LE15 is idea
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LH15 is a compact mid-range thermal monocular featuring a 320×240 thermal sensor with sub-18mK NETD sensitivity and a 15mm F1.0 lens, offering a clear upgrade in detail and contrast over the entry-level LE models. Its lightweight, pocket-ready chassis combines intuitive fingertip controls, a rapid 2-second startup and smooth HSIS shutterless viewing. With an enhanced AMOLED display and advanced Image Pro 3.0 and Zoom Pro processing, the LH15 is designed for users who want i
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LH19 is a lightweight and compact thermal monocular featuring a 384×288 sub-15mK thermal sensor paired with a 19mm F1.0 lens, offering a significant step up in clarity, contrast and detection range over smaller Lynx 3.0 models. Designed for users who want enhanced mid- to long-range situational awareness in a pocket-friendly device, it incorporates a 2-second rapid start, intuitive fingertip operation, HSIS Shutterless technology, an AMOLED display and advanced Image Pro 3.
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LH25 is a compact yet highly capable thermal monocular that combines a 384×288 sub-15mK thermal sensor with a powerful 25mm F1.0 lens to deliver excellent mid- to long-range performance. Designed for users who need stronger identification capability in a pocket-friendly format, it offers a significant upgrade in reach over the LH19 while maintaining the fast, intuitive and rugged characteristics of the Lynx 3.0 series. The LH25 benefits from a 2-second super-fast start-up,
The HIKMICRO Lynx 3.0 LH35 is the flagship model in the Lynx 3.0 thermal monocular range, combining a 384×288 sub-15mK thermal sensor with a powerful 35mm F1.0 lens for outstanding mid- to long-range performance. It delivers enhanced image detail, contrast and identification capability compared with shorter focal length models, while still retaining a compact, pocket-ready chassis. With a fast 2-second start-up, intuitive fingertip controls, HSIS Shutterless technology, AMOLED display, 8× digita
Infiray IRIS IR19 Thermal (384x288) Imager - 19mm Lens. The Iris Series will surprise you with its exceptional image quality, which is significantly better than average, and its ultimate portable size, even smaller than a cellphone. The lightweight design of 330g, IP67 water resistance, and replaceable 18650 battery make it your most portable and reliable thermal spotter.
InfiRay Finder FH50R V2 (3.4-13.6x) Thermal (640x512) Laser Range Finder w/WiFi.
Leica Calonox 2 View Thermal (640x480) Imaging Camera - 2.5x Mag. Over the past few years, the renowned Leica Calonox thermal imagers have become proven partners for wildlife observation and ethical hunting. Now, the new generation – Leica Calonox 2 – wins users over with a future-proof technology package of outstanding product features. In addition to the classic Calonox 2 View thermal camera and the Calonox 2 Sight thermal sighting attachment, two additional models (LRF) feature Leica’s leadin
Leica Calonox 2 View LRF Thermal (640x480) Imaging Camera - 2.5x Mag. Over the past few years, the renowned Leica Calonox thermal imagers have become proven partners for wildlife observation and ethical hunting. Now, the new generation – Leica Calonox 2 – wins users over with a future-proof technology package of outstanding product features. In addition to the classic Calonox 2 View thermal camera and the Calonox 2 Sight thermal sighting attachment, two additional models (LRF) feature Leica’s le
Leica Calonox 2 Sight Thermal (640x480) Imaging Camera - 1x Mag. Over the past few years, the renowned Leica Calonox thermal imagers have become proven partners for wildlife observation and ethical hunting. Now, the new generation – Leica Calonox 2 – wins users over with a future-proof technology package of outstanding product features. In addition to the classic Calonox 2 View thermal camera and the Calonox 2 Sight thermal sighting attachment, two additional models (LRF) feature Leica’s leading
Leica Calonox 2 Sight LRF Thermal (640x480) Imaging Camera - 1x Mag. Over the past few years, the renowned Leica Calonox thermal imagers have become proven partners for wildlife observation and ethical hunting. Now, the new generation – Leica Calonox 2 – wins users over with a future-proof technology package of outstanding product features. In addition to the classic Calonox 2 View thermal camera and the Calonox 2 Sight thermal sighting attachment, two additional models (LRF) feature Leica’s lea
Nocpix VISTA H35 Thermal (640x512) Monocular. The Vista series thermal imaging monoculars are designed for use both at night-time and during the day and provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions (fog, smog, rain) and beyond obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, etc. known to hinder target detection.VISTA thermal imagers are designed for various applications including hunting, observation, security, terrain orientation, search and rescue operations, etc.
Nocpix VISTA H35R Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. The Vista series thermal imaging monoculars are designed for use both at night-time and during the day and provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions (fog, smog, rain) and beyond obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, etc. known to hinder target detection.VISTA thermal imagers are designed for various applications including hunting, observation, security, terrain orientation, search and rescue operations,
Nocpix VISTA H50 Thermal (640x512) Monocular. The Vista series thermal imaging monoculars are designed for use both at night-time and during the day and provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions (fog, smog, rain) and beyond obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, etc. known to hinder target detection.VISTA thermal imagers are designed for various applications including hunting, observation, security, terrain orientation, search and rescue operations, etc.
Nocpix VISTA H50R Thermal (640x512) Monocular w/LRF. The Vista series thermal imaging monoculars are designed for use both at night-time and during the day and provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions (fog, smog, rain) and beyond obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, etc. known to hinder target detection.VISTA thermal imagers are designed for various applications including hunting, observation, security, terrain orientation, search and rescue operations,
Thermal Monoculars
What Are Thermal Monoculars and How Do They Work?
Thermal monoculars are specialised handheld optics designed to detect heat signatures and convert them into high-contrast images. Unlike traditional night vision, thermal imaging works in complete darkness, fog, rain, or smoke. Every living creature and object emits infrared energy, and a thermal monocular interprets these differences to reveal detail invisible to the naked eye.
These devices are widely used by wildlife watchers, gamekeepers, pest controllers, and search-and-rescue teams. Their compact design makes them easy to carry while offering excellent visibility in low-light conditions.
How to Choose the Right Thermal Monocular for Your Needs
Choosing the ideal thermal monocular depends on understanding the features that affect image quality, detection range, and overall handling. Below are the most important considerations.
Sensor Resolution
A higher-resolution sensor produces clearer images. Common resolutions include 160×120 for entry-level use, 320×240 for general fieldwork, and 640×480 for professional clarity.
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD)
Thermal sensitivity, measured in millikelvin, indicates how well the monocular detects subtle temperature differences. Lower values mean improved performance in mist, cold weather, or low-contrast environments.
Magnification and Field of View
Low magnification with a wide field of view is ideal for scanning. Higher magnification is helpful for long-range observation but narrows overall view.
Detection Range
Detection range varies from a few hundred metres to over two kilometres depending on the model. Your intended use determines how much range you need.
Display Technology
OLED displays provide excellent contrast and cold-weather reliability, while LCOS screens offer strong performance at accessible prices.
Durability and Weatherproofing
Look for robust housings and waterproof ratings such as IP66 or IP67. Long battery life and fast startup times are also valuable for field use.
Additional Features
Many thermal monoculars include Wi-Fi streaming, onboard recording, rangefinding tools, and multiple colour palettes. While useful, prioritise image quality first.
Top Thermal Monocular Brands and Models at Uttings
Uttings offers premium thermal monoculars from leading manufacturers such as Pixfra, HikMicro, Nocpix, and Pulsar. These brands deliver reliable performance across a wide range of budgets and applications, from compact hobbyist units to advanced professional imagers.
Thermal Monocular Tips and Expert Advice
Slow scanning helps you interpret heat signatures more effectively. Different colour palettes can improve clarity in varying environments, and combining thermal with traditional optics can aid identification. Keeping lenses clean and updating firmware ensures long-term performance.
Why Buy Thermal Monoculars at Uttings
Uttings is a family-run business based in Norwich, established in 1976. With decades of field sports experience, we offer expert guidance and stock premium products from leading brands. Our service is backed by over 45,000 five-star Trustpilot reviews, fast delivery, and genuine passion for the outdoors.
Thermal Monoculars FAQs
What sensor resolution do I need in a thermal monocular?
Higher resolutions such as 320×240 or 640×480 provide sharper images and better long-range identification.
How does objective lens size affect performance?
A larger lens gathers more infrared energy, improving clarity and detection range in difficult conditions.
What does thermal sensitivity (NETD) mean?
NETD indicates a device’s ability to detect small temperature differences. Lower values produce clearer images.
What magnification is best for thermal monoculars?
Lower magnification works best for scanning, while higher magnification helps with long-range detail.
How does field of view affect spotting?
A wide field of view makes scanning easier; narrower views help with distant subjects.
Are thermal monoculars weatherproof?
Most quality models include IP66 or IP67 ratings for reliable outdoor use.
Do thermal monoculars work in daylight?
Yes. They detect heat, not light, so they work equally well during the day.
Can I record video on a thermal monocular?
Many models include onboard recording or Wi-Fi streaming.
What is the difference between thermal monoculars and night vision?
Thermal devices detect heat, whereas night vision amplifies light. Thermal works in complete darkness.
How far can a thermal monocular detect heat?
Depending on the model, detection ranges can exceed 2,000 metres.
Is digital zoom useful?
Digital zoom enlarges the image but may reduce clarity. Optical zoom maintains image quality.