The Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 is the absolute top-of-the-line model in the Pulsar Telos series. This high-quality thermal imaging monocular combines a very large 1280×1024 HD thermal imaging sensor, a high-intensity 50 mm F1.0 lens, a wide field of view, and an integrated Laser rangefinder up to 1,200 meters.
While many thermal imagers force you to choose between a wide field of view or high detail at greater distances, the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 excels at combining both features. The low base magnification of 2× and the wide field of view make it easy to quickly scan large areas, while the extremely high sensor resolution ensures that a wealth of image information remains available even when digitally zooming in.
This makes the Telos LRF XT50 ideally suited for the discerning hunter, wildlife manager, and professional user seeking maximum image quality and flexibility.
At the heart of the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 is the impressive 1280×1024-pixel thermal imaging sensor with a 12 µm pixel pitch.
This sensor features over 1.3 million detection pixels and therefore delivers an exceptionally detailed thermal image. Small differences in body shape, contours, and surroundings are displayed much more clearly than with traditional 384×288, 640×480, and even 1024×768 thermal imaging sensors.
In practice, this mainly means that you retain more detail when zooming in digitally. While the image on thermal imagers with a lower sensor resolution can become pixelated relatively quickly, the XT50 has much more original image data.
This is particularly interesting for:
The XT50 is equipped with a 50 mm germanium objective lens with F1.0 aperture.
An F1.0 lens allows a lot of infrared radiation to pass through to the sensor. This enables the viewer to produce a usable thermal image even under less favorable conditions.
The combination of the 50 mm lens and the very high-resolution sensor results in a specified detection range of up to 2,300 meters for an object the size of a roe deer.
Incidentally, a long detection range does not automatically mean that game can be reliably identified at that distance. The main advantage of this combination is that, at normal hunting ranges, you have a very high pixel count available for the animal you’re observing.
One of the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50’s key strengths is its exceptionally wide field of view.
At 100 meters, the horizontal field of view is approximately 30.7 meters.
That’s remarkably wide for a thermal imaging scope with a 50-mm objective lens.
This allows you to quickly scan large areas with the XT50 without having to constantly move the scope back and forth. This is a significant practical advantage, especially when scanning grasslands, stubble fields, forest edges, and large farm fields.
This makes the viewer comfortable to use even at shorter distances.
The Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 starts at just 2× base optical magnification.
This pairs perfectly with the viewer’s wide field of view. You get a smooth, clear image that allows you to quickly locate moving game.
When more detail is needed, you can zoom in further digitally up to 16× magnification. With Pulsar’s Zoom Boost, you can even see up to 24× can be enlarged.
The massive 1280×1024 sensor really comes into its own here: because so many pixels are available from the start, significantly more detail remains visible during digital zoom.
The addition LRF stands for Laser Range Finder.
The Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 features a fully integrated laser rangefinder capable of measuring distances up to 1,200 meters can be measured.
The specified measurement accuracy is ±1 meter.
This is particularly useful in practice. In complete darkness, it’s often harder to estimate distance than during the day. With the push of a button, you’ll know exactly how far away a spotted animal, object, or terrain feature actually is.
For wildlife management and hunting, a reliable distance estimate can also help in making a responsible assessment of the situation.
It’s not just the sensor that has an exceptionally high resolution. Pulsar has also equipped the XT50 with a 1920×1080 Full HD AMOLED display.
This allows the enormous amount of detail captured by the sensor to be accurately displayed to the eye.
The AMOLED display offers a sharp image and fast image refresh. With a refresh rate of 50 Hz The movements of game remain visible in a natural and fluid manner.
The Telos series was developed by Pulsar as a premium thermal imaging platform.
The controls are suitable for both left- and right-handed users. Separate rings around the lens allow for intuitive adjustment of focus and magnification.
The rubberized exterior provides extra grip when using the viewer with wet or cold hands.
In addition, the viewer features haptic feedback, making it easier to adjust settings and operate the device by touch, even in the dark.
The housing has a IPX7 waterproof rating and the viewer can be used at temperatures of approximately -25°C to +40°C.
This makes it ideal for serious use in the real-world conditions of hunting and wildlife management.
The Telos LRF XT50 uses Pulsar’s interchangeable LPS 7i Li-ion battery with a capacity of 6400 mAh.
The specified operating time is approximately 8 hours at 22°C, depending on the use of features such as Wi-Fi, video recording, and the laser rangefinder.
Via USB-C Power Delivery The viewer can also be powered externally.
A replaceable battery remains a major advantage for intensive use: with a second charged battery, the operating time can easily be extended.
Observations can be recorded directly with the Telos LRF XT50.
Photos and videos are recorded at a resolution of 1440×1080 pixels. With no less than 128 GB internal memory There is plenty of space available for images.
Via Wi-Fi on both 2.4 and 5 GHz The viewer can be connected to Pulsar’s Stream Vision 2 app.
Among other things, this allows you to view and save images and use various functions of the device via a smartphone.
A unique feature of the Pulsar Telos series is the concept of Hardware upgradeability.
Pulsar developed the Telos with the idea that certain technical components could be replaced with newer ones at a later date. Depending on the model and availability, components such as the sensor, lens, or rangefinder may be included in the upgrade program.
With this product, Pulsar is attempting to address one of the drawbacks of rapidly evolving thermal imaging technology: that an expensive thermal imaging scope is quickly rendered obsolete by a new generation of models.
With the XT50, however, you’re already starting with the current top-of-the-line platform: a 1280×1024 sensor, a 50 mm F1.0 lens, and an integrated 1200-meter LRF.
The Telos LRF XT50 is a step up from the well-known Telos LRF XL50.
The XL50 already features an exceptionally good 1024×768 HD sensor. The XT50 increases this to a whopping 1280×1024 pixels.
In addition, the XT50 starts at 2× magnification, compared to 2.5× for the XL50.
The result is an even wider field of view:
Telos LRF XT50: 30.7 m at 100 m
Telos LRF XL50: 24.6 m at 100 m
The laser rangefinder has also been improved from a maximum of 1,000 meters on the XL50 to 1,200 meters with the XT50.
For users who are primarily looking for maximum image quality, a wide field of view, and as much detail as possible when zooming in, the XT50 is therefore the most appealing Telos model.
The Telos LRF XT50 is not a thermal imaging scope for someone who simply wants to determine that there is a heat source somewhere.
This viewer is ideal if you want to extract as much information as possible from the thermal image.
Think, for example, of distinguishing between different animals in a group, assessing game from a greater distance, or searching for animals in vast open areas.
The combination of a low 2× base magnification, a field of view of 30.7 meters, and the massive 1280×1024 sensor makes it suitable for both short- and medium-range scanning and detailed observation at long range.
For the discerning hunter, wildlife manager, or professional user looking for a top-of-the-line monocular thermal imager, the The Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 is one of the most interesting thermal imaging scopes available today.
Sensor: 1280×1024 pixels
Sensor type: uncooled microbolometer
Pixel pitch: 12 µm
Sensor NETD: <40 mK
System NETD: <20 mK
Image frequency: 50 Hz
Lens: 50 mm F1.0
Base magnification: 2×
Magnification range: 2–16×
Zoom Boost: up to 24×
Field of view: 17.5°
Field of view at 100 m: 30.7 meters
Detection range: up to 2,300 meters
Laser rangefinder: up to 1,200 meters
Rangefinder accuracy: ±1 meter
Display: Full HD AMOLED
Display resolution: 1920×1080 pixels
Photo/video resolution: 1440×1080 pixels
Internal memory: 128 GB
Wi-Fi: 2.4 / 5 GHz
Bluetooth: BLE 5.0
App: Pulsar Stream Vision 2
Battery: replaceable LPS 7i Li-ion
Battery capacity: 6400 mAh
Battery life: up to approximately 8 hours at 22°C
Charging/External Power Supply: USB-C Power Delivery
Water resistance: IPX7
Operating temperature: -25°C to +40°C
Dimensions: 242 × 72 × 77 mm
Weight: approximately 730 grams
Tripod mount: 1/4"
Pulsar Item Number / SKU: 77524
If you’re looking for a thermal imaging scope where image quality and detail are more important than the lowest possible purchase price, then the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 is a model that should definitely be at the top of your shortlist.
Especially the combination of the 1280×1024 HD sensor, ultra-wide field of view, 50 mm F1.0 optics, and 1,200-meter laser rangefinder What makes the XT50 special.
If you have any questions about the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50, please feel free to contact us. We’re happy to help you compare thermal imaging scopes and determine which model best suits your needs in the field.
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