Author: Marco
Thermal imaging expert
synopsis
- We present you the new one Pulsar Merger in the test
- The Pulsar Merger test
- You will receive these accessories together with the Pulsar mergers
- Internal battery and removable battery
- Equipment and operation of the Pulsar Merger in the test
- How does the image quality fare? Pulsar Merger in the test?
- The technical details of the Pulsar Merger testing
- Our conclusion on Pulsar Merger test
- Photos from the precinct at Pulsar Merger test
- Field of view calculator: simulation of the field of view width
- your contact
We present you the new one Pulsar Merger in the test
Convincing binoculars with thermal imaging function are few and far between on the market. The trend is still towards thermal imaging monoculars with a view for only one eye at a time. Included Binoculars or binoculars offer many advantages Compared to thermal imaging devices with only one eyepiece, the more natural optical representation of the digital image is particularly worth mentioning. With the Merger XP50 LRF the thermal imaging giant has Pulsar finally brought a binocular onto the market that promises to make all hunters equally happy.
We'll look at it Allrounder in our Pulsar Merger test for you in more detail. With which Accessories is the camera delivered? How is that handling? And can that Quality convince? Find out with us in the new video!
The Pulsar Merger test
You will receive these accessories together with the Pulsar mergers
The Pulsar Merger becomes one along with the usual equipment and technical accessories Pulsar-Thermal imaging camera supplied. Our Pulsar Merger Unboxing shows you what exactly is included:
- A solid carrying case
- A Quick Start Guide(You will receive detailed operating instructions from us by email or via your customer account)
- A 3-year guarantee booklet
- A shoulder loop
- A cleaning cloth
- A USB cable
- A charging station
- An APS3 battery
- A mounting bracket for tripods
If you have a tripod attached to it Pulsar want to attach merger is the Mounting bracket a welcome help. Otherwise, the thread on the bottom is not accessible for most tripod mounts. However, the clamp creates an elevation so that you can easily attach the thermal imaging device. This way you have both hands free and can view the scenery in front of you on one hand, for example separate playback device like that Lenovo M8 Tablet with Huntredlight© Film and Joby Grip observe.
Internal battery and removable battery
Also on the battery operation of the Pulsar We have to talk about mergers again in the test. Because the thermal imaging camera has both an internal and an APS3 removable battery. The battery is inserted at the front between the two eyepieces. Loud Pulsar suit you as a whole 10 hours running time available - however, according to our own experience, the running time was significantly lower and only came up 6h. The combination of removable battery and integrated battery is still interesting and offers the advantage that you can always rely on a reserve battery.
This was something that bothered us about the battery system separate charging: If you connect the USB cable directly to the Pulsar When Merger is connected to charge, only the device's internal battery is charged. The ASP3 battery can only be charged in the included charging cradle. Even if it is only a small point of criticism, we think that Pulsar this could have been solved differently. In the long run it can become a bit inconvenient to always have to charge both batteries separately.
Equipment and operation of the Pulsar Merger in the test
Next, let's take a look at which ones special features the Pulsar Merger can convince and how its operation performs. As a direct comparison, we have another thermal imaging binocular from Pulsar, an Pulsar Accolade 2 LRF XP50 PRO, taken to the station for you. Although Both devices are almost the same size (both are the size of a 56 double lens), that stands out different design straight to the eye: The Merger resembles standard binoculars far more than the Accolade does. Also in the The thermal imaging cameras differ in terms of operation strong in our opinion. In contrast to Pulsar For Accolade, using the external keyboard takes a lot of getting used to - what was intuitive and easy with Accolade takes time with Merger.
What more? Special features that Pulsar mergers We test for you and have summarized our results for you below:
- Standby mode: An absolute innovation Pulsar Merger is its standby function: There is a small sensor built into the eyepiece that detects whether the device is being looked through or whether it is just dangling from the neck, for example. If the camera is not in use, When switched on, it automatically switches to standby mode. An excellent thing in itself, as it is the easiest way to conserve the battery. The problem: If the camera is in standby mode, a display showing the time turns on on the sensor. In complete darkness it is very easy to be blinded. This function would have Pulsar should be revised.
If the time display bothers you too much and you are not currently using the merger, you can of course turn the device off. This isn't necessarily a disadvantage, because that's what stands out particularly positively about the camera very quick on and off. The thermal imaging device is fully ready for use within three seconds. A top performance! - Diopter compensation:Another advantage: you can use it on both eyepieces Adjust diopter compensation individually – as well as the width between the eyepieces. That's how it can be done Pulsar Merger can be individualized for every prescription and every eye distance.
- Lens protection: There are on the lenses rotating protective rubber caps. These are attached to the lenses and not only optimally protect the lenses from external influences when the camera is not in use. They can also be put on and taken off completely silently. This way the game won't be frightened while watching.
- Focusing: What we didn't like so much is the way it's focused. At the Pulsar Accolade was located Middle shoot, similar to conventional binoculars. This one has Pulsar now placed at the end of the lens during the merger. The problem is that once the image is in focus, it's easy to blur it out again if - out of habit - you accidentally grab the lenses to capture it.
- Laser range finder: The absolute highlight of the Pulsar Merger is certainly the built-in laser rangefinder. Here you can set the distance to the piece Distance of over a kilometer determine (+/- 1 meter).
- Weight That's around 980 g (including the battery and neck strap). Pulsar Merger significantly more difficult than other thermal imaging cameras. However, since you usually hold the device with both hands, the weight is manageable.
- WiFi, storage, photo and video recording: Of course that has it Pulsar Merger beyond the usual recording and WiFi functions of most Pulsar-Devices. With 16 GB of storage space, you can capture the best moments from the area in photos or videos and share them with your comrades using the Stream Vision app.
How does the image quality fare? Pulsar Merger in the test?
The most important question of all: How good is the image quality? Pulsar Merger? The binocular is convincing across the board: the large 640 x 480 pixel sensor in combination with the powerful OLED display and a 17 pixel spacing ensures razor-sharp images - even at greater distances. Since it is also a binocular and you can see through the eyepieces with both eyes at the same time, the image looks particularly natural. The view from both sides also ensures that the eyes tire more slowly. This means you can observe the scene in front of you for longer or, in difficult cases, take a lot of time when speaking without taking your eyes off the camera.
The digital zoom was certainly intended as another highlight: Pulsar allows a particularly generous magnification of up to 20x. Unfortunately, in the practical test it has to be said that this high digital magnification is not really of any use: While the 5x and 10x magnification still provide relatively good image material, the image at 20x magnification is completely pixelated.
However, the Merger is a convincing all-rounder when it comes to use in the field: with a 2,5x basic magnification and a field of view width of 21,8 m, it is equally suitable for forest hunters and field hunters.
The technical details of the Pulsar Merger testing
| The Puslar Merger XP50 LRF | |
| Sensor | 640 × 480 pixels VOx |
| Sensor pitch | 17 μm |
| Display | 1024 × 768 pixels AMOLED |
| lens | 50 mm |
| basic magnification | 2,5x |
| digital zoom | 2,5x - 20x |
| Field of view width | 21,8 m / 100 m |
| detection distance | 1800 m |
| Battery life | max. 10 h (at 22 °C) |
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
| recording | Ja |
| WiFi function | Ja |
| Weight | 980 g |
Our conclusion on Pulsar Merger test
This is one of the few thermal imaging binoculars Pulsar Merger XP50 LRF one thoroughly satisfactory alternative one of the more common thermal imaging monoculars. The image quality is - unsurprisingly for a high-end device - outstanding and as All-rounder for forest and field hunters it cuts a good figure all around. The laser rangefinder and the easy handling of the diopter adjustment complete the overall impression. In our opinion, the digital zoom would have benefited from a slimming down of magnification - but it doesn't hurt as an additional feature. And once you get used to the somewhat complicated operation, that's it Pulsar Merger of the ideal companion for every hunter.
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Photos from the precinct at Pulsar Merger test
We have a few recordings with him for you Pulsar Merger LRF XP50 thermal imaging binoculars. The recordings are used to demonstrate the device performance.
Simulate field of view width
Our “field of vision calculator” makes this clear Prepare the field of view at the respective distance. This simulation is intended to help you get a feel for how large the section you see through this thermal imaging camera is.
Tested product
Manufacturer information Infiray
Infiray is the manufacturer of high-quality optoelectronic devices for hunting and outdoor use. In addition to night vision devices, thermal imaging cameras and monoculars Infiray also offers thermal imaging and night vision attachments.
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