You are most welcome - our aim is to help people choose the right model and get the most from it. You might like the Axion MEGA tests on our other channel: ruclips.net/video/pkz7UTJ9oK0/видео.htmlsi=RNtcgpX2lPVWDtSb
It really does depend on what you mean by 'general purpose.' If most of your spotting is below 150m the XQ30 will be enough for you. If you routinely want to spot beyond that, or you're looking for smaller animals, or you're scanning larger areas it would be worth spending more on the XG30. I've made this buyers guide that will help you decide: ruclips.net/video/cA1IbOg3FCY/видео.htmlsi=fhsE9EhRyQfsgJKW
The older XQ30 pro is seriously punching above its weight. The XG30 would perform better with the same field of view, probably increasing it's detection range noticeably more but instead they uspread the extra pixels out over a larger field of view. The extra hundreds of pounds is a lot to pay for a larger field of view when the older one is handling everything just fine.
Thanks for your comment. You're right that the XQ30 pro definitely punches above it's weight - especially in poor weather but what you're paying for with the XG30 is a the larger 640x480 pixel sensor (v/s 384x288 in the XQ). And the pay-off for a slightly narrower FOV is a bigger base mag which in theory allows you to detect further with the XG. That's why we like doing side-by-side videos like this, that puts the theory to the test and shows what it means in reality.
@TJ-Focus i didn't even reslise that this was a new model. Anyway, the 640 version just isn't worth it in my eyes when for the same money, you can get a 640 Hikmicro falcon or for not much more, the Infiray Zoom ZH50 which has provably some of the most sophisticated optics currently on the market. For 640, there is so much better kn the market. The new XQ30 pro is however very respectable for its price point which from pulsar, is long overdue seeing you're spending upwards of a grand for one of their ancient 384 monoculars that are hopelessly obsolete. Finally a 384 from pulsar that can finally compete on the open market.
@@mrdojob You get what you pay for. If buying cheap is more important than things like: start-up time, battery life, image quality (to do the job you're actually buying it for), ease of use, product life span, customer support and being made in Europe... then there are alternatives to Pulsar. But do try before you buy, or at the very least search for videos that test the product at realistic ranges, in different weather conditions, for the kind of animals you hope to find with it.
@TJ-Focus I dunno. Hikmicro and infiray are really beginning to outcompete European companies and I think this new release from Pulsar is them finally realising they can't rely on making high end, pricy thermals when China is firmly planting their feet on their turf for cheaper. I believe Hikmicro also have their service center based in the UK and offer a good warranty. Infiray I know less about. From what I heard, Pulsars service center is in Eastern Europe and they take a while with their repairs. I think Pulsar need to diversify their offerings and look towards appealing to the lower end of the market for a change. I have a Infiray T2 pro for £350. Needs no battery, they fit a great focal lenght on it, is tiny and solidly made. Sat on it loads of times and dropped it. It just keeps chugging along.
@@TJ-Focus I think China has caught up now and Pulsar can't rely on making slightly better for a big mark up. People will happily take a small drop in quality for big savings. Even then, their thermals seem to have rave reviews and are well liked Hikmicro's optics also seem just as good as Pulsar, perhaps a bit better in some cases and they seem to offer a decent warranty. I have an infiray T2 pro and for phone thermal, it's solidly made and fairly innovative by having a great focal lenght on it. This new thermal is a step in the right direction. Even their obsolete and second hand stuff was really expensive for what you got, to the point where I didn't even consider them as serious manufacturers anymore and was going to buy elsewhere. Perhaps they realised this and things might change.
Great video, thanks. Given how these perform, the specs and their price point, I would like your opinion on a comparison if you don't mind. How would you compare the Pulsar Axion XQ30 Pro versus the Pixfra Arc A419P LRF and also the Pulsar Axion XG30 Compact versus the Pixfra Arc A625P LRF? These compared has the same size sensor, somewhat same price point and same FOV( a bit more for the Arc but ok) and I'm having trouble deciding between them. This would be an upgrade from my current Pard TA32-19, but I'm not sure in what areas I would actually see the difference, probably details I guess. All help appreciated!
It's a question of price versus pedigree. If I could afford a Pulsar I would always opt for one (for their usability, robustness & reliability to perform brilliantly for years.). The Pixfra's are good (high spec, do the job well, exceptional for the price but like all the Chinese brands, they're a bit less tried-and-tested). Can you get to a retailer that stocks both, so you can try them for yourself? You can find a retailer here: tj-focus.co.uk/where-to-buy/
at last a video that actually explains the differences. good work
Thanks - that's what we aim to do. If there's anything else you'd like to see, just drop us a comment.
The 35 looks like it’s worth the extra money
Nice review that Dave and I must admit I was surprised to see the XQ performing better in the rain so definitely a plus point for the cheaper model.
Cheers - A case of buy the best tool for the job. And if you're inclined to be out a lot in ALL weathers, then the cheaper XQ PRO could be the one!
@TJ-Focus Absolutely. Sometimes the cheaper option is more beneficial depending on your needs.
This was extremely helpful. Thank you!
You are most welcome - our aim is to help people choose the right model and get the most from it. You might like the Axion MEGA tests on our other channel:
ruclips.net/video/pkz7UTJ9oK0/видео.htmlsi=RNtcgpX2lPVWDtSb
Good and informative
Hello.
Very Nice review but sur to my bad English i wasn’t able to understand witch model is the best for general purpose.
It really does depend on what you mean by 'general purpose.'
If most of your spotting is below 150m the XQ30 will be enough for you. If you routinely want to spot beyond that, or you're looking for smaller animals, or you're scanning larger areas it would be worth spending more on the XG30.
I've made this buyers guide that will help you decide: ruclips.net/video/cA1IbOg3FCY/видео.htmlsi=fhsE9EhRyQfsgJKW
@@TJ-Focus Thank you :)🙂
The older XQ30 pro is seriously punching above its weight. The XG30 would perform better with the same field of view, probably increasing it's detection range noticeably more but instead they uspread the extra pixels out over a larger field of view.
The extra hundreds of pounds is a lot to pay for a larger field of view when the older one is handling everything just fine.
Thanks for your comment. You're right that the XQ30 pro definitely punches above it's weight - especially in poor weather but what you're paying for with the XG30 is a the larger 640x480 pixel sensor (v/s 384x288 in the XQ). And the pay-off for a slightly narrower FOV is a bigger base mag which in theory allows you to detect further with the XG. That's why we like doing side-by-side videos like this, that puts the theory to the test and shows what it means in reality.
@TJ-Focus i didn't even reslise that this was a new model.
Anyway, the 640 version just isn't worth it in my eyes when for the same money, you can get a 640 Hikmicro falcon or for not much more, the Infiray Zoom ZH50 which has provably some of the most sophisticated optics currently on the market.
For 640, there is so much better kn the market.
The new XQ30 pro is however very respectable for its price point which from pulsar, is long overdue seeing you're spending upwards of a grand for one of their ancient 384 monoculars that are hopelessly obsolete. Finally a 384 from pulsar that can finally compete on the open market.
@@mrdojob You get what you pay for. If buying cheap is more important than things like: start-up time, battery life, image quality (to do the job you're actually buying it for), ease of use, product life span, customer support and being made in Europe... then there are alternatives to Pulsar. But do try before you buy, or at the very least search for videos that test the product at realistic ranges, in different weather conditions, for the kind of animals you hope to find with it.
@TJ-Focus I dunno. Hikmicro and infiray are really beginning to outcompete European companies and I think this new release from Pulsar is them finally realising they can't rely on making high end, pricy thermals when China is firmly planting their feet on their turf for cheaper.
I believe Hikmicro also have their service center based in the UK and offer a good warranty. Infiray I know less about.
From what I heard, Pulsars service center is in Eastern Europe and they take a while with their repairs.
I think Pulsar need to diversify their offerings and look towards appealing to the lower end of the market for a change.
I have a Infiray T2 pro for £350. Needs no battery, they fit a great focal lenght on it, is tiny and solidly made. Sat on it loads of times and dropped it. It just keeps chugging along.
@@TJ-Focus I think China has caught up now and Pulsar can't rely on making slightly better for a big mark up. People will happily take a small drop in quality for big savings. Even then, their thermals seem to have rave reviews and are well liked
Hikmicro's optics also seem just as good as Pulsar, perhaps a bit better in some cases and they seem to offer a decent warranty.
I have an infiray T2 pro and for phone thermal, it's solidly made and fairly innovative by having a great focal lenght on it.
This new thermal is a step in the right direction. Even their obsolete and second hand stuff was really expensive for what you got, to the point where I didn't even consider them as serious manufacturers anymore and was going to buy elsewhere. Perhaps they realised this and things might change.
Great video, thanks.
Given how these perform, the specs and their price point, I would like your opinion on a comparison if you don't mind.
How would you compare the Pulsar Axion XQ30 Pro versus the Pixfra Arc A419P LRF and also the Pulsar Axion XG30 Compact versus the Pixfra Arc A625P LRF?
These compared has the same size sensor, somewhat same price point and same FOV( a bit more for the Arc but ok) and I'm having trouble deciding between them. This would be an upgrade from my current Pard TA32-19, but I'm not sure in what areas I would actually see the difference, probably details I guess. All help appreciated!
It's a question of price versus pedigree.
If I could afford a Pulsar I would always opt for one (for their usability, robustness & reliability to perform brilliantly for years.). The Pixfra's are good (high spec, do the job well, exceptional for the price but like all the Chinese brands, they're a bit less tried-and-tested).
Can you get to a retailer that stocks both, so you can try them for yourself? You can find a retailer here: tj-focus.co.uk/where-to-buy/