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ATN X-Sight II HD (3-14x) Night Vision Scope Review
Like all products of ATN, the ATN X-Sight II 3-14X Smart HD Digital Night Vision Riflescope does not express anything except quality. While it has the signatory fascinating build and close similarities with the ATN Sight II (5-20x), it also boasts of its own peculiar features over every other unit. Let’s take a look at the specifications.
Full Specs Sheet
- Weight: 2.15 lbs
- Sensor: HD 1080p ATN L130 Sensor
- Magnification: 3-14x
- Microphone?: Yes
- Ballistic calculator?: Yes
- Smart Range Finder?: Yes
- Mode: Day and Night
- Battery: 4 AA batteries
- Battery Life: 12 Hours
- Power Pack : 20000 mAh
- Power Pack Life: 22hours
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?: Yes
- Angle of View: 5 degrees
- Field of View: 240 feet
- Operating Temperature: Range -40 – 55 Celsius
- Objective Lens: 85mm
- Eye Relief: 65mm
- Height: 3.1 inches
- Width: 3.4 inches
- Resolution: 160 lp/mm
- Weather Resistance: Yes
- Diopter Adjustment Range: Range -5 – 5 dpt
- Refresh Rate: –
- Digital: Yes
- Exit pupil: 10 mm
- Attachment/Mount Type: Picatinny Quick Release, Picatinny
- Adapter: No
- Image Intensifier Tube: No
- Reticle: Yes
- Reticle Type: Multiple
What Powers The ATN X-Sight II?
This ATN X sight 2 is powered by obsidian core of scopes that are above standard, in all valid sense. The scopes make a billion cycles per second based on paper-claims but from practical usage, it doesn’t quite exceed expectations. It just does ‘okay’.
BODY & PERFORMANCE
The ATN X-Sight II weighs 2.15 lbs which is quite heavy. The brunt of the weight is soon taken off however, thanks to the picatinny mount. The magnification power in this device is not the greatest but it is definitely not low standard.
It has a magnification minimum of 3x and a magnification maximum of 14x. The zoom power is supported by the smooth zoom feature. You can also increase your level of focus without loosing site of your focus point. The sensor is a HD 1080p ATN L130 sensor. It has an objective lens of 50mm and a micro HD display.
The ATN X sight 2 has an angle of View which measures 5 degrees and is coupled with a 240 feet Field of View. The rifle scope can be operated in temperatures ranging from -40 to 55 Celsius.
RECORDING & SMART SHARING
Of course you can record your trips to watch later. This is expected with even the littlest rifle scope. However, this rifle scope will record your hunting trips in HD format. The videos are captured in HD format ensuring that you can watch your trips over and again and enjoy the clarity. So you do not need to rely on your memory alone, feel free to rely on your rifle scopes HD records. Apart from normal videos, the Recoil Activated Video (RAV) ensures that every accurate shot is recorded to the last detail. Videos recorded can be streamed to your phone or tablet through either Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. To do this, you will have to download the obsidian application. Simply download the app, connect your ATN THOR rifle scope to your phone or tablet via either Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and choose to either view simultaneously, or if you are interested in watching previously saved videos, check the gallery out. However, if streaming is not for you, there is a more simple option of a micro SD card.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Smart Range Finder
The ATN X-Sight II has a range finder. In case you are not familiar with a range finder, it is a technology that accurately calculates the distance between you and your prey. You need to only make a few clicks and adjust your scope, the smart range finder will do the rest of the work and calculate the distance. Afterwards, the reticle follows up by adjusting its point of impact. This ATN has a Laser Ballistics Smart Laser Rangefinder 1500. The smart range finder is responsible for finding the distance between the prey and the predator. This job previously needed a whole different equipment to perform. The range finder eliminates the need of such devices. Knowing the distance between your prey allows you to make important decisions which help you hit your target head on. A shooter with little or no experience will not need much except a range finder to improve the accuracy of shots within time.
Ballistic Calculator
One other reason the ATN X-Sight II is a favorite of a wide range of people is due to its ballistic calculator. The technology of the ballistic calculator makes getting accurate shots so easy that any other method seems wearisome.
The ballistic calculator does away with the need for manual calculations, charts, multiple and complex reticles and reduces the effort needed considerably. With the ballistic calculator, even those with little or no experience can get some accurate shots. So what exactly does this ballistic calculator do?
The ballistic calculator uses the accurate measurements of the distance between you and your prey given by the range finder to ensure you hit your target. After entering all the data pertaining to the environment that is required such as conditions of the atmosphere and weather, accurate feedback containing the distance is given. The ballistic calculator also gives you accurate calculations in the trajectory of your bullet. It’s calculations adjust your point of impact to improve the accuracy of your shot placement.
Pros and Cons of the ATN X-Sight II 3-14X Smart HD Digital Night Vision Riflescope
Pros
- It comes with GPS which can be used for things such as geotagging and elevation.
- It is durable: It is water resistant making it long lasting even if it’s used in harsh conditions.
- Accurate shots are easily made: The device has a Range Finder and ballistic calculator that helps you to easily locate your target and make accurate shots.
- Clear images and videos: Videos and images are in HD format therefore producing very clear images.
- It comes with a HD Micro-Display.
- It comes with a compass to guide you: It comes with an E-Compass and an E-Barometer.
- Multiple Reticle Options: It has multiple reticle options for you to choose from.
Cons
- It is heavy and bulky: the rifle scope weighs 2.15 lbs. The fact that it is heavy goes without saying.
CONCLUSION
ATN never disappoints and the Sight X-Sight II, despite its multiple variants, is just one more point supporting that statement. The inclusion of the ballistic calculator makes it just right for every shooter.