For hunters and military professionals seeking a thermal optic that excels in both field and tactical environments, the Zentron ZEN Q50 Thermal Scope stands out as a top-tier choice. Combining advanced thermal imaging technology with rugged durability, the Q50 is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in diverse operational scenarios.
🎯 Precision Thermal Imaging
- High-Resolution Sensor: Equipped with a 640×512 resolution, 12μm VOx uncooled detector, the Q50 captures detailed thermal images, ensuring clear identification of targets. The focus adjustment sitting on top of the optic makes it easy to change from an object 15 meters away to an object 400 meters away with a quick twist.
- Exceptional Sensitivity: With a NETD (Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference) of ≤25mK, the scope detects minute temperature differences, providing sharp imagery even in challenging conditions. This is especially important as we go into the summer months, heat signatures dwindle as ambient air temps rise. These minute differences show up very clearly with the Q50 even when the air is hot!
- Powerful Optics: The 50mm f/1.0 objective lens offers a detection range of up to 2600 meters and an identification range of 600 meters, facilitating long-range target acquisition. During testing I was easily able to identify coyotes and deer at ranges pushing 650 during cold nights. The 2600 meter detection I was unable to confirm just because the range finder I’m using was unable to reach beyond the heat signatures, but this scope can detect objects definitely very very far away.
⚙️ Tactical Features for Field Operations
- Robust Construction: The Q50’s magnesium housing ensures durability while keeping the weight at a manageable 450 grams, making it suitable for extended missions. zentronoutdoor.com
- Environmental Resilience: Rated IP67, the scope is dustproof and waterproof, capable of withstanding harsh weather conditions encountered in both hunting and military operations.
- Advanced Display: A 1280×1024 OLED display provides high-contrast visuals, enhancing target recognition and situational awareness.
- Integrated Sensors: Built-in accelerometer and digital compass aid in navigation and orientation, crucial for tactical maneuvers. As well as being able to effectively and efficiently hunt as a team.
🔧 User-Centric Design
- Multiple Thermal Palettes: Choose from 10 color palettes, including White Hot, Black Hot, Iron Red, and Rainbow, to adapt to various environments and personal preferences. The white hot quickly became my preference, but the iron red was useful in finding small game and concealed query.
- Digital Zoom & Picture-in-Picture: Features 1x, 2x, and 4x digital zoom, along with a Picture-in-Picture mode, allowing for precise target engagement without losing peripheral vision.
- Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz) and Bluetooth support enable real-time image sharing and remote control via the ZENLINK app.
- Ample Storage: With 64GB of built-in memory, users can record and store extensive thermal imaging data for post-mission analysis.
🔋 Power and Endurance
- Battery Life: Powered by two RCR123a (3.7V) batteries, the Q50 offers up to 3 hours of continuous operation, ensuring reliability during extended use. While the battery life on recharchable 123a was impressive and exceeded the 3 hours on multiple occasions using standby mode. I preferred to use a battery pack for longer sits to extend the hunt. With a 13000 MAH battery pack I was able to get an impressive 10 hours hunt with battery to spare.
- Recoil Resistance: Designed to withstand recoil forces up to 1200g/ms, the scope maintains zero even on high-caliber firearms. I’ve mounted and used the Q50 on .308, .270, 22-250, .243, 6mm arc, .223, 6.5 creedmoore, .22 lr, I’ve had zero issues with zero.
- Multiple Rifle Profiles: With the ability to save multiple gun profiles swapping the optic became a quick and easy process. Simply put the scope back on the same rail section as when you zero it, select the profile that you zeros with and shoot a confirmation shot. I used profiles for different guns and different ammunition with great success.
🏹 Versatility in Application
Whether tracking game in dense forests or conducting surveillance in urban environments, the ZEN Q50 adapts seamlessly.
- Hunting: Its high-resolution imaging and extended detection range make it ideal for spotting and identifying wildlife at various distances.
- Military Operations: The scope’s durability, environmental resistance, and advanced features support tactical missions requiring reliable thermal imaging.TikTok+4Instagram+4Instagram+4
📦 What’s Included
- ZEN Q50 Thermal Scope.
- Eyepiece and Eyeshade
- Mounting Rail
- USB-C Cable
- Dust Cloth
- Quick Guide and User Manual
For more information and to explore the ZEN Q50 Thermal Scope, visit the official product page: Zentron ZEN Q50 Thermal Scope.
