Thread: Infiray thermals

Originally Posted by TLB

The resolution is better with the infiray, not a huge deal better though. In my mind the huge price difference doesn't justify the small increase in clarity of the image. That is comparing the 35mm models, and also the infiray resolution is 640x512 vs the sytong model which is 384×288. Sytong also have a model with similar resolution to the infiray but I have not looked through it.

I would be very surprised if you spotted any more animals with the infiray which costs $2300 more and spare batteries on top which cost an additional $180.

Not only that, if you use it a lot there is a chance it will have issues, the repair wait for pulsar and infiray is generally 4 to 6 months. Our Holo was out of action for 1 whole contract and there was no loan or replacement for that duration so we had to borrow one off another contractor to get through.

The original poster wanted pros and cons:
pros, reasonable image quality, lightweight and user friendly.
Cons, expensive spare batteries, long wait time for repairs, price point for slightly better image quality is quite high compared to cheaper models

. You can get an Iray with the same lower spec as the sytong you referenced for a similar or cheaper price so the "huge price difference " is dependant on specification more than Brand . Wont argue on the batteries in the 35, but the FH25 has an internal battery and it will do a reasonable nights hunting, if I need more Ill plug in a little battery pack or use the usb in the ute. Im guessing the OP and most others arn't using these commercially so battery life becomes far less of an issue.
I cant comment on the return times as Im yet to have an issue and I use my fh25 2-3 times a week. You seem to have had a few issues though. Any idea on the return time for a sytong repair or general back up ?