Thermal Monoculars & Scopes Canada

A thermal device sees heat, not light, so it works in total darkness, through light fog and against brush where a deer or coyote would be invisible to the naked eye. This collection brings together handheld thermal monoculars for scanning, thermal riflescopes, and clip-on units that mount in front of a day scope.

What you will find

• Handheld monoculars: Pulsar Axion and Telos, AGM ReachIR, Fuzion and Taipan, RIX, TOPDON, i4SEE and MiLESEEY
• Thermal riflescopes: DNT Hydra, AGM Rattler V2, ATN Thor, Athlon Cronus and PARD Pantera
• Clip-on thermal units and thermal binoculars, many with a built-in laser rangefinder
• Zeroing accessories such as heat-reflective thermal targets

How to choose

Compare sensor resolution (256, 384 or 640 pixels wide), lens size for detection range, refresh rate (50 Hz is smoother when panning) and battery life in the cold. A laser rangefinder version adds distance readings. Check your provincial regulations before hunting with any night-capable device, because rules on night hunting and thermal use differ by province and species.

Related optics

Night vision · Pulsar · AGM Global Vision · DNT Optics · Athlon Optics · Rangefinders

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Frequently asked questions

Is a thermal monocular or a thermal scope better for hunting?

A monocular is for scanning and spotting and can be used without pointing a firearm at anything. A thermal riflescope replaces or sits on your rifle. Many hunters start with a monocular.

What resolution do I need?

384-wide sensors are a common all-round choice; 640-wide sensors show more detail at distance and cost more. 256-wide units suit short-range scanning around fields and bush.

Is thermal hunting legal in Canada?

It depends on the province, the species and the time of day. Check your provincial hunting regulations before using thermal or night vision equipment in the field.