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Below you can find Leica Sport Optics’ product announcement:

For ethical hunting and precise identification of wildlife
New Leica thermal cameras combine high performance, optimum ergonomics, and rangefinding

With the Leica Calonox 2, Leica Sport Optics presents a new generation of thermal
imaging technology and, with the Calonox 2 Sight LRF, the first thermal imaging clip-on
camera with a built-in laser rangefinder. The renowned German optics company thus
sets a further milestone in optoelectronic devices used for hunting and nature
observation. The Leica Calonox 2 series comprises four new thermal imaging models:
two clip-on cameras (Calonox 2 Sight) and two observation cameras (Calonox 2 View) –
each available with or without a rangefinder.

Triple excellence – performance, design, and rangefinding

The new Leica thermal cameras are designed and made in Germany. Leica uses only
European components for the essential parts such as special lenses and sensors.
Together, highest-quality components and highest-precision manufacturing achieve the
legendary perfection valued by Leica customers.

Wetzlar, Germany. September 11, 2023. Thermal cameras require no light and can be used in complete darkness. Sophisticated sensors react to thermal radiation from the targeted object and visualize it on a microdisplay. Thermal cameras can also be used during the day.
The scene then appears different than in natural sunlight, but offers advantages such as quickly detecting animals that are naturally camouflaged. Electronic color filters and individually adjustable image modes support and optimize the user’s experience.

Thermal cameras are suitable for a wide range of applications – finding and counting wildlife, for example. On legal night hunts, the thermal imaging clip-on camera turns a normal riflescope into a night targeting device. Since estimating distance through a thermal camera is very difficult, the Leica Calonox 2 Sight has an additional rangefinder (LRF stands for “laser rangefinder”). This ensures knowledge of the exact range and eliminates the risk of a bad shot due to misjudged distance. In the only thermal imaging clip-on camera with an integrated rangefinder, all the advantages are combined in one device.

01. Ideal sensor for a natural, sharp, high-contrast image Featuring a high-quality sensor from LYNRED, the Leica Calonox 2 is state-of-the-art for hunters and nature observers alike. The sensor has a size of 640×480 pixels and has a pixel size of 12
μm. This guarantees a sharp, high-contrast image. An object with the standard size of 1.8 meters can be clearly detected at up to 2210 meters. Recognition is possible at 770 meters and reliable identification at 390 meters.

The LIOTM (Leica Image Optimization) software, further refined by Leica, ensures optimum images. With a sampling frequency of 60 hertz, panning the device also results in a smooth image. Likewise, video recordings of moving objects are possible without disturbing interruptions. The NETD (Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference) of the Calonox 2 sensor is