Product Description
- Premium performance and engineered to higher specifications
- Powerful 5x image magnification and superior optical resolution
- Weather-resistant two-piece rubber coated body
- 5x Magnification
- 3v lithium power supply
The NOCX5 boasts the highest-grade 48 mm camera quality objective lens providing 5x image magnification and unsurpassed resolution for higher quality distant visibility. Precision-engineered to higher specifications, the Explorer Pro is our top of the line feature-packed full-sized night vision monocular.
Amazon.com Product Description
Go night fishing, boating, or nature viewing with Night Owl's Explorer Pro viewing scope. It is a compact, easy-to-operate device that travels well for recreational use. It's also useful for surveillance, search and rescue, and property management. You'll expand your viewing boundaries with the powerful 5x magnification and high-level amplification. The Explorer Pro is also weather- resistant so when you are caught in the rain you can still view without damaging your monocular.
Customer Reviews:
Night Owl Explorer Pro 5x Night Vision Scope w/I/R Illuminator.......2007-08-29
This scope would have a better score by me if it would work properly. As of now it doesn't focus on infinity because focusing rings were assembled incorrectly. Will attempt to repair...
Night Owl Explorer Pro 5x Night Vision Scope w/I/R Illuminator .......2007-08-12
I had never owned a night vision scope so I was shopping carefully. While I do love this unit after having it a month I find that it is a heavy item and also large, no not so large or heavy that it's a problem, I guess I just thought it would be a bit smaller and lighter. I had read somewhere that one of the units I was reviewing actually floated and was water resistant. I am a tough gadget shopper and I am glad I own this still. Now as for night vision... woooohooo I can see my dog chasing who knows what in our rural backyard in the pitch black I cant keep up with that focus. I can see 1000 feet away in between trees I didn't even know were there in the dark and I can zoom in down an east coast beach in the dark so well I can tell what that person is doing. It has 2 lenses that can be focused one on your eyepiece and one on the lens so focus well. The IR works well and maybe even too well at close range. ** NOW I bought the "Night Owl Lens Doubler "as it was touted as an accessory for this item. It is not; do not buy that for this unit.
Pretty good.......2007-05-15
You can't beat this night vision for the price. It's easy to use but I wouldn't bring this into combat or anything like that. It's great for what people have said about it.
One minor note, don't let the IR be the main selling point for this night vision. It helps out indoors for sure but the range it illuminates will not do much at all outdoors. But like I said it's a minor note and if I could do it again I'd still buy it.
Excellent night vision, great deal, buy it if you're looking for a low cost alternative.
Fun Home Surveillance.......2007-02-01
I live in a rural area with homes on acreage. It's nice to step out to see what the dogs are barking at without scaring away whatever it is. Don't expect movie style effects, but do expect to see without a flashlight. Don't use this with a video camera. One flash of light may burn out the CCD as it did for the blue CCD on my Panasonic DV video camera.
Great present.......2007-01-10
Gave this as a present to a friend...loves it! The only complaint is that it only works (well) with absolute darkness (i.e. no full moon)
Product Description
The powerful Marine Pro is the ultimate, premium performing monocular that combines exceptional engineering advancements of a 100% waterproof body structure with features such as a 48mm high-grade camera quality lens with 5x image magnification. The solid construction and rubber-coated night blue finish combined with ergonomic soft-touch control buttons and indicator lights make the NOCX5M a top line performer.
Amazon.com Review
I have been looking for an affordable night vision scope for years, and I believe I have found it in the aptly named Night Owl Explorer. The well-thought-out design and powerful optics make this scope a pure pleasure to use. Since finding it, I have spent many nights standing on my back porch exploring with my eyes the area around my home.
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With the Night Owl, you will see an image as if you just looked through a regular optical device, except the image will appear in a monochrome green color. |
This little gem literally turns night into day: There is not an area in my yard that is not visible to me, even on the darkest of nights. It works like a powerful spotlight, directing a very bright beam visible only through the lens.
The Night Owl fit my hand perfectly, and the deep blue rubber outer coating made for a nice look and feel, while also weatherproofing the unit. The handy strap held it tight to my palm, placing both the Power and the Illuminator buttons directly under my fingers for easy control. The care taken with the Night Owl extends to the smallest of details, including power management: Simply setting it down turns the power off so you will never accidently run the batteries down. --Dave Cole
Pros
- Small and lightweight
- Ergonomic design
- Effectively turns night into day
- Water resistant
- Built-in Illuminator
Cons
- No tripod mounting
- Separate focus for front and rear lenses
- Slightly soft focus at the edges of the field
Amazon.com Product Description
The Night Owl Explorer Marine Pro night-vision scope gives you a premium performance tool that is engineered to higher than usual specifications. The two-piece body is coated in a "night blue" weather-resistant rubber, making this monocular ideal for hiking, fishing, nocturnal wildlife observations, and many other outdoor activities where you don't want to worry about the weather damaging your equipment. It can be used within a temperature range of -22 to 113 degrees F (-30 C to 45 degrees C).
The high-grade objective lens has a focal length of 80mm and gives you a camera quality, 5x magnification level and superior optical resolution. When the sturdy construction and rubber-coated, 100-percent waterproof finish is combined with the ergonomic soft-touch control buttons and indicator lights, you get a high-quality monocular equipped with exceptional engineering advancements. Requires one 3V lithium battery to operate.
Customer Reviews:
Some Good, Lots Bad.......2007-11-06
The good--you can see fairly well in the dark at very close range.
The bad--specs say 5x magnification...and it doesn't do anything like that. In fact, no zoom capability whatsoever. When I called Night Owl's support to ask about that, the support person had no idea what I was talking about. I phoned the next day and the next--the same person answered the phone every time and she knew NOTHING about the product! I wrote an email to Night Owl--no response. So this product DID NOT deliver (at least to me) what it promised in the specs and there is NO SUPPORT for it. Have returned and have no intention of going Night Owl again.
Great product for the money.......2007-09-30
Personally I think this night vision scope performs great. The first night that I got it I tried it out, and I am pleased with the visibility range and clairty for the most part the unit produces. As someone else said, it has a bubble effect where it has a clear picture, but its alittle bit hazy/distorted on the outside edges (which dosnt make much of a difference at all. It works good with or without the IR illuminator activated (the IR illuminator gives better/brighter picture out past 150 feet, and makes reflective surfaces such as license plates and nocternal animal eyes light up). The unit on a night thats not cloudy and the moon is out can see the advertised distance (600-650 feet) well enough to pick out details in the terrain and people/animals walking around.
Be advised that if you are looking for a night vision unit that can be used as an alternate to a flashlight, this is not the unit for you. Adjusting the two lenses (eye peice and main lense) is alittle tricky, espically if you plan on walking while doing so. The unit is also worthless for viewing anything closer then 10 feet. This night vision unit should be only used for viewing at a mid-range distance while standing still.
Night Owl Explorer Night/Vision Scope.......2007-05-13
You can read other reviews that describe the capabilities of this scope. I will not dispute them. It meets all my expectations. I have no problems with its features at all.
Except for this: The strap is very poorly designed. 1) It is too short. I cannot put the strap around my neck. Unlike other expensive devices, such as binoculars or cameras, the strap is too short to hang over my head. So, I cannot let go of it to grab a camera, for example. 2) The buckle is a cheap, trivial thing that does not hold the strap. The first time I grabbed the scope by its strap, the strap pulled through the stupid buckle and the whole thing dropped -- fortunately on my chair. One of the instructions in the user guide states: Do not drop. I would suggest this: either remove the strap altogether or pull out your needle and thread and sew the thing in place.
But, as I wrote above, it's a fine scope and it serves my every purpose: spotting raccoons trying to steal my goldfish.
Pretty good for the price.......2007-03-29
I have been using this scope on the beach at night to monitor sea turtle nesting. When up close, the image is excellent, but not so good for far away (more than 100-200 ft). Very easy to use, and the fact that it's waterproof is a plus (haven't dropped it in the ocean yet!). You can't really get a feel for how good the image is in a residential area, but out on the beach, with the moonlight, it rocks. Most of the time I don't even need the IR illuminator. To save power, turn it off, and it will still provide an image with the available light for almost 5 minutes. If you're looking to see things that are far away, this scope won't work well, but for things that are close by (say, from one end of the backyard to the other) it's a good deal. I put mine in a hard sided padded carrying case, since it gets bounced around on the ATV, and haven't had a problem yet
Night Owl Explorer Marine Pro Night Vision Scope.......2007-01-23
I ordered this product through Amazon and recevied it promptly. The product itself is robust and works very well. It is however, very difficult to get a good focus. I usually get good service/product when ordereing from Amazon but this time I was a bit dissapointed. I ordered a "new" unit and not a used one. The product came in an opened box with origianl product packaging missing. Obviously a used returned item. You would expect more when paying $276.00 for an item. I would have returned it but It seemed to work fine. I am happy with the product but unhappy with Amazon for sending me used goods and saying it was new.
Product Description
- Premium performance and styling based on the latest night vision technology
- Weather-resistant two-piece rubber coated body
- Night Owl Optics exclusive steel stringer system for added precision
- Magnification 3.1x
- 3v Lithium power supply
The compact Night Owl Explorer is one of our best sellers. It features a two-piece, rubber-coated body frame and a camera-quality objective lens magnifying images at 3.1x. The NOCX3 also comes with ergonomically placed operational buttons near the ocular providing easy to use, single-hand operation.
Amazon.com Product Description
Go night fishing, boating, or nature viewing with Night Owl's Explorer viewing scope. It is a compact, easy-to-operate device that travels well for recreational use. It's also useful for surveillance, search and rescue, and property management. You'll expand your viewing boundaries with the powerful 3.1x magnification and high-level amplification. The Explorer is also weather- resistant so when you are caught in the rain you can still view without damaging your monocular.
Customer Reviews:
Very Effective Nightvision. Two thumbs up!!.......2003-12-08
I just received and used this Night Owl nightvision model "NOCX3".This product worked GREAT.I had 3/4 of a moon.Location was a wooded lake area 1:30am.I could see clearly at least 300 ft away.Standard green monochrome view.I messed with the IR a little but really didn't need it.The IR was just like turning on a mag light,effective 100 ft.I was able to turn on the unit and shut off a minute later for approx 20 minutes of sustained usage.Saves battery juice.Limitation,field of view was like looking through a paper towel roll.Small,but you could see everything.This is a great low cost Russian nightvision product.--ks.
Nice product.......2003-04-23
I had to return mine since it had a big splotch in the phosphor screen that was distracting. Amazon couldn't replace it as they had run out of stock. From the little use I put it through, it worked well. I use an IR-scope at work that cost close to a $1000, but this Russian beauty is comparable to that in quality costing only a fraction of that.
Night Owl Explorer 3.1.......2001-09-02
I found the Night Owl Explorer 3.1 to be ok, thats all. The price isn't bad for what you get and it's very hard to pick out a "good" night vision unit in this price range. The one thing I don't like about it is it needs the IR light on it to work if it's completly dark out, which is ok, but the IR light is so bright that someone could spot you sitting in the dark because of it. It has a 1/2" diameter red light on top of the unit which at night is very bright if there is nothing else out there. This would not be a good unit for surveillance work. The unit only has a 15,000 light gain in it, some have up to 35,000 and would most likely be a better choice, if the claim is true. All in all it's ok for just screwing around with though. I also got the 5X lens adapt. for it, it works pretty good but does rob even more light. If you want a real good unit get one with a 2nd or even 3rd gen. tube, they are much better than any of these 1st gen. cheapies.....
Think twice.......2001-06-15
If you really are going to invest in a night vision scope, you may as well go with a more expensive model. For what it's worth, the Explorer is sufficient, but the infared light to see in darkness is quite annoying. The manual focus can be a hassle as well. This device is excellent- almost four stars- but if you are going to spend the money, you may as well do it right.
I was sceptical at first...but when i got it, it was great!.......2001-03-18
Right when i got my nightvision device it was at 9:00 AM. I was mad, night time was a long ways away. So i went down into my basement. I closed the door and turned on my nightvision. There was a little bit of light coming threw the door cracks. I could see everything. And in the dark corners i would just push on the IR LED light (infrared light). I love this thing. I had a cyclops compact before, it was ok, it wasnt weather resistant. So i just went with the Exlorer. The Explorer has a rubberized case so if it where wet you would have a better grip, and it is more water resistant. I think whoever is deciding what kind of night vision they should get either the explorer or the 100% water proof ones. I like my night vision device alot.
Product Description
The Explorer Marine boasts a completely waterproof design, which can be utilized in extreme weather conditions often faced during nautical use. Floating and rubber-coated in night blue, the lightweight NOCX3M is the perfect instrument for marine use or search and rescue operations. The NOCX3M boasts the two-piece body construction and the exclusive steel stringer system for added precision.PRODUCT FEATURES: 100% waterproof and floats - for use in any weather condition; Rubberized body in "night blue" finish for optimal grip and visibility; Featuring Night Owl Optics exclusive steel stringer system for added precision.
Amazon.com Product Description
The completely waterproof design of the Night Owl Explorer Marine night-vision scope can be used worry-free in the extreme weather conditions sometimes encountered during nautical use. Its compact body is covered with a "night blue" rubberized finish that gives you a secure grip. Plus, just in case you drop it overboard, this 100-percent waterproof monocular floats, too.
This monocular has a two-piece construction and Night Owl's exclusive steel stringer system to give the optics even more precision. It can be used within a temperature range of -22 to 113 degrees F (-30 to 45 degrees C). Requires one 3V lithium battery to operate.
Product Description
As one of Night Owl Optics premier models, the new Explorer Binocular combines optical excellence and mechanical precision with compact dimensions. The NOXB3 delivers portability and premium performance from an attractive body encased in a rubberized finish for robust, extra-comfortable handling. Furthermore, the Explorer Binocular is equipped with the exclusive multi-element glass optics, individually treated with a premium coating of different layers of metal oxides and fluorides ensuring minimum reflections on the glass surface and increased light transmission for a crisp, clear view. Yet for all its convenient features, its compact shell houses two high-performing intensifier tubes cradled inside Night Owl Optics unique steel stringer system, adding precision and control. Additionally, integrated with the unit is a refined and powerful infrared illuminator, which provides clear and bright viewing in complete darkness. The NOXB3 gives users a new level of operational reliability with such innovations as a low battery indicator and extended Infrared operation when the battery is loosing power. The Explorer Binocular is a remarkable new night vision device incorporating the very latest advancements and safety features making it an excellent choice for observers who depend on high performance during extended viewing.
Product Description
The compact Night Owl Explorer Titanium is the addition to the best-selling Explorer line. It features a two-piece body in Titanium finish and a camera-quality objective lens magnifying images at 3.1x. The NOCX3T also comes with ergonomically placed operational buttons near the ocular providing easy, single-hand operation.
Amazon.com Product Description
Based on the latest night-vision technology, Night Owl's Explorer titanium night-vision scope gives you high-quality performance and styling. The weather-resistant rubber coated body makes this monocular ideal for hiking, camping, fishing, or any outdoor activities in any kind of weather. Its compact, two-piece body is covered with a stylish titanium finish and has ergonomically placed operational buttons near the ocular to give you easy-to-use, single-hand operation. The camera-quality objective lens has a magnification factor of 3.1x and can be safely used within a temperature range of -22 F to 113 degrees F (-30 C to 45 degrees C). A 3v lithium battery is required for operation.
Product Description
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Waterproof model
524' field of view; 650' range of view
Soft-touch control buttons and indicator lights
48mm high-grade camera quality lens
Objective lens: 80mm focal length, 4-element glass construction; ocular lens: 12mm focal length, 5-element glass construction
Built-in infrared illuminator
Spectral sensitivity: 400-900nm
Weight: 1.5 lbs.
Uses one 3V Lithium battery''''''
Product Description
524 field of view; 650 range of view
Soft-touch control buttons and indicator lights
48mm high-grade camera quality lens
Objective lens: 80mm focal length, 4-element glass construction; ocular lens: 12mm focal length, 5-element glass constr
Product Description
Waterproof model524' field of view; 650' range of viewSoft-touch control buttons and indicator lights48mm high-grade camera quality lensObjective lens: 80mm focal length, 4-element glass construction; ocular lens: 12mm focal length, 5-element glass constructionBuilt-in infrared illuminatorSpectral sensitivity: 400-900nmWeight: 1.5 lbs.Uses one 3V Lithium battery
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