Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50 Thermal Monocular | 1024×768 Lynred HD | IPX7

Pulsar Wildlife · Thermal Monocular · Ornithology & Wildlife Research

Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50
High-resolution thermal monocular with 1024×768 Lynred HD sensor

1024×768 Lynred HD sensor with sNETD <20 mK – F1.0 50 mm germanium objective, 2 500 m detection range, Image Boost technology, AMOLED HD 1024×768 display, LPS 7i battery up to 7 hours, IPX7 – in a 680 g rubber-armoured composite housing

The thermal monocular with the highest-resolution sensor – 1024×768 Lynred HD, F1.0 optics, Image Boost, 2’300 m detection.

The Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50 is the imaging flagship of the Pulsar Wildlife range, built around the highest-resolution thermal sensor in the lineup: a 1024×768 / 12 µm Lynred HD microbolometer made in Europe. With 786’432 individual temperature-sensitive pixels – more than two and a half times the pixel count of a 640×480 sensor – the Lumion XL50 resolves fine feather detail, plumage texture, and subtle surface characteristics at distances where lower-resolution devices show only a heat signature. Paired with a 50 mm F1.0 germanium objective, the system achieves a detection range of 2’300 m and a system NETD below 20 mK. The proprietary Image Boost technology applies advanced processing algorithms that render complex thermal scenes across a wide dynamic range of halftones, enhancing contrast for evenly emitting low-contrast subjects – precisely the type of challenge presented by birds and mammals in natural environments. Two classically-positioned control rings on the objective lens – one for focus, one for magnification – provide the familiar, precise handling of a camera lens. A single LPS 7i Li-Ion battery (6’400 mAh) delivers up to 7 hours of operation; the IPX7-certified composite polymer housing withstands immersion in 1 metre of water for 30 minutes.

Classic dual-ring controls – Wild Vision App, 64 GB recording, 8 thermal palettes

The Lumion XL50 introduces a classically-inspired control scheme: two dedicated rings mounted on the objective lens in sequence, as found on professional camera lenses. The front ring controls focus; the rear ring controls magnification. This separation allows users to maintain their chosen zoom level while re-focusing, or to adjust magnification without disturbing focus – a significant operational advantage over single-wheel designs when tracking subjects at variable distances. The device connects to the Pulsar Wildlife Wild Vision application via dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 / 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac) for Android and iOS. Via the app, the user can stream the live thermal image to a smartphone or tablet, adjust settings remotely, download recordings from the 64 GB internal storage, and share footage directly from the field. The built-in recorder captures MP4 video with audio and JPG photos – both at the full 1024×768 display resolution, preserving the same sharpness visible through the eyepiece. Eight selectable thermal colour palettes – White Hot, Black Hot, Red Hot, Rainbow, Ultramarine, Red Monochrome, Sepia and Violet – cover all terrain types and ambient conditions. A standard 1/4″ tripod thread is integrated into the base of the housing.

AMOLED HD 1024×768 – IPX7, 7 hours LPS 7i battery, rubber-armoured composite housing

The Lumion XL50 is equipped with an AMOLED HD 1024×768 display – matching the sensor resolution 1:1, so every pixel captured by the detector is rendered on screen without interpolation or downscaling. This pixel-perfect readout is essential for extracting the full detail available from the high-resolution Lynred HD sensor. With an eye relief of 14 mm, the eyepiece is usable with eyeglasses in typical field conditions. The composite polymer housing is rubber-coated for grip and impact resistance, providing secure handling in wet or cold conditions. IPX7 certification (IEC 60529) guarantees waterproof protection against immersion in up to 1 metre of water for 30 minutes, covering all rain conditions and accidental submersion in the field. Power comes from the LPS 7i Li-Ion battery pack (6’400 mAh), delivering up to 7 hours of operation at 22 °C. The battery charges via the USB-C port with Power Delivery (5V / 9V); an additional power bank can be connected via the same port for extended sessions. The operating temperature range of −25 °C to +40 °C covers the full breadth of environments where serious wildlife observation takes place. A standard 1/4″ tripod thread on the underside allows stable mounting on any tripod or spotting scope mount plate.

Key features – Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50

• 🌡️ 1024×768 Lynred HD sensor, 12 µm, sNETD <20 mK – highest resolution in the Pulsar Wildlife monocular range
• 🔭 Zoom 2.5–20x, 50 mm F1.0 Germanium objective – detection range 2,300 m
• ✨ Image Boost technology – AI-assisted image processing for exceptional halftone rendering and contrast
• 🔄 Classic dual-ring control system – separate focus and zoom rings, like a camera lens
• 🖥️ AMOLED HD 1024×768 – 1:1 pixel rendering, 8 color palettes
• 💾 64 GB internal – MP4 1024×768 / 50 fps video and JPG photos
• 📱 Wild Vision App (Android/iOS) + dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) – live streaming and remote control
• 🔋 LPS-7i Li-Ion battery (6,400 mAh) – up to 7 hours, USB-C PD (5V/9V)
• 💧 IPX7 (1 m / 30 min) – rubber-armored polymer body, operating range −25 °C to +40 °C
• ⚖️ 680 g – light for a high-resolution monocular of this class

Who is the Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50 designed for?

The Lumion XL50 is the choice for wildlife observers and ornithologists who prioritise maximum imaging resolution above all else – those who need to resolve fine feather detail, plumage pattern and surface texture at the longest possible distances and are not dependent on an integrated laser rangefinder. The 1024×768 Lynred HD sensor and the Image Boost processing make it the most capable thermal imaging monocular in the Pulsar Wildlife range for detailed identification work. It is equally suited to wildlife researchers who record image and video data for scientific documentation, nature filmographers who require the sharpest thermal footage possible, and hunters or game managers who need the longest detection range in the field. The classic dual-ring control system appeals particularly to users with a background in camera optics or traditional spotting scopes who value precise, independent control of focus and magnification.