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Summary: This is more than what I expected. It really works great.
Review: This device enables you to see quite well at night, and costs a lot less than other options. Overall, I'm quite satisfied with it. That said, there are a couple of things you should know if you're going to buy one. First, the optics are pretty poor. The objective lens (the one on the front) causes significant pincushion distortion, and focus is poor toward the edge of the field of view. I've actually never seen worse optics on anything that wasn't sold as a toy. The ocular lens (on the back) focuses on an electronic display element that looks dirty even when it's not. Although it's not intended for taking photographs, a better display would be nice. Secondly, if your shipment arrives during the day your first inclination will be to try it out just to make sure it works. The manual, which you are unlikely to read, warns that turning the device on with the lens cap removed during the day can permanently damage the sensor and invalidate the warranty. Putting a warning on the lens cap would be a better idea. Lastly, an "automatic off" feature would be nice. I just know I'm going to kill the batteries by forgetting to turn it off.
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Summary: Not bad for the price
Review: This device enables you to see quite well at night, and costs a lot less than other options. Overall, I'm quite satisfied with it. That said, there are a couple of things you should know if you're going to buy one. First, the optics are pretty poor. The objective lens (the one on the front) causes significant pincushion distortion, and focus is poor toward the edge of the field of view. I've actually never seen worse optics on anything that wasn't sold as a toy. The ocular lens (on the back) focuses on an electronic display element that looks dirty even when it's not. Although it's not intended for taking photographs, a better display would be nice. Secondly, if your shipment arrives during the day your first inclination will be to try it out just to make sure it works. The manual, which you are unlikely to read, warns that turning the device on with the lens cap removed during the day can permanently damage the sensor and invalidate the warranty. Putting a warning on the lens cap would be a better idea. Lastly, an "automatic off" feature would be nice. I just know I'm going to kill the batteries by forgetting to turn it off.
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Summary: This is more than what I expected. It really works great.
Review: Usually I very dissapointed when buying equipment that is inexpensive and promises everything. This unit really does allow you to see in complete darkness. You can see pretty good without the infrared on and then when you turn it on, it's like using a flashlight (you can see everything). I agree with other reviews that this item does not have a good manual. However, it is easy to use. You should know that you can't use this in daylight or it can ruin it. My friends and I were impressed with it for as little as I spent on it. ....
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Summary: THE NIGHT GIVES IT UP
Review: VERY GOOD PRODUCT. IM HAVING A BLAST.
GREAT DEALING WITH AMAZON.COM. MY SHIPPENT ARRIVED IN 3 DAYS.
I WILL RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE AND I INTEND TO BUY MORE ACCESORIES.
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Summary: Neat product at an unbeatable price!
Review: Well, do you get what you pay for?! Nah, this product much is better than the price you pay!! Just compare it with other products in the market. (I did a lot of searching for a starter NV system and the NightOwl Cyclops seemed the most logical). The pluses are the unbeatable price, performance, compactness, use of 1.5 AA batteries (handy), good optics and overall construction. With the IR-on it feels almost like day-light in pitch darkness (no problem lighting up your backyard - and your neighbour's too!). With the IR-off you can still see well with the 15,000x amplification with available moonlight. The padded case is compact and useful. The minuses include poor manual (there's just a fold-out card) and average exterior finish (the battery compartment is a little flimsy and power buttons are not convenient). Overall I would highly recommend it. You really don't lose much and you've a lot to gain!
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