Recognizes a hog at 150 yd25° apparent FOV — how big the view looks
The Pulsar Thermion 2 XP50 PRO ranks #1 of 80 640-class scopes on image: above-the-middle image at or under the typical price — the value corner of the class (image 79, class median 73; $2,799.99 against $3,994). It's the cheapest of the 5 scopes built on this Lynred core. The 5-year warranty follows the scope through a resale.
Each dot is a 640-class scope: image score up, street price across, dot size = objective lens. The shaded corner is the best-value zone — the most picture for the least money. This scope is outlined in black.
Through this scope, for real
Recorded through the Pulsar Thermion 2 XP50 PRO by reviewers and owners. Video compression softens the picture — the eyepiece shows more detail than the upload.
Pulsar Thermion 2 XP50 — First Hunts and Review
Recorded on the Thermion 2 XP50 — the XP50 PRO's predecessor, same 640×480 sensor family.
Pulsar Thermion 2 XP50 Pro — first hunts and full review (LRF Pro)
Technical Specifications
Image
Resolution640×480
Pixel pitch17 µm
NETD (sensitivity)~25 mKour estimate — nobody publishes one
Objective lens50mm
Base magnification2×
Field of view12.4°
Digital zoom2x-16x
Display resolution1440×1080
Refresh rate50 Hz
Handling
Weight37 oz
Runtime~10 hrs
BatteryBuilt-in + removable APS2 (dual)
Laser rangefinderNo
SealingIPX7
Warranty
Term5 years
TransferableYes
Product
BrandPulsar
Sensor coreLYN-640x480-17
FoundryLynred
MSRP (USD)$2,800
Where to Buy
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◆ Our pick
EuroOptic$2,800
Tied for the lowest price at $2,800.
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