Before using a thermal imager The human brain learns from birth to process a colourful, bright visual world. Our brains subconsciously assess distance, speed, size and the many other factors we see 24 hours a day. So it is key to take the time to get naturally acquainted with the…
Thermal imagers
Comfortable to hold and handy in the field – the new Zeiss thermal imaging monocular
Look up the dictionary definition of the word ‘ergonomic’ and you’ll see that it means ‘designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment’. Ergonomic is certainly a good description of ZEISS’S first foray into thermal imaging with the new ZEISS DTI 3-35. Reviewer Chris Parkin isn’t one…
How to use thermal imagers in different conditions
Thermal imaging in cold weather Starting with atmospheric conditions, the colder the environment is relative to animal body temperature will always reveal more. In the winter months with less sunlight, stationary objects like rocks and boundary fences accumulate less residual energy but as sensor capability improves, more natural texture in…
Why thermal imaging has become one of the greatest shooting aids – and the quarry species you should use it for
Lamping was the early form of getting a clearer view on the quarry. But today’s shooters have much more accurate technology literally at their fingertips, in the form of thermal imaging equipment. Thermal imaging technology shows the heat emitted by a source in clear detail. Anywhere there is a…