Hikmicro Lynx S LE15S

• Compact thermal observation: The 280 g housing and short 158.30 mm body are easy to carry on long walks, in a vehicle, or as a backup thermal monocular for hunting and search tasks.
• Wide, close-range view: With 2.20x base magnification and an 11.70° field of view, the LE15S is well suited to scanning woodland edges, fields, and tracks without feeling overly narrow at short and medium distances.
• Clear thermal image in difficult conditions: The 256x192 VOx sensor, 12.00 μm pixel pitch, and 35.00 mK NETD help separate animals, people, and background detail when contrast is weak in rain, mist, or cold ground clutter.
• Smooth viewing and recording: A 50.00 Hz refresh rate keeps movement looking natural while walking or tracking, and built-in photo, video, and WiFi functions make it easier to save sightings or share the view through the app.
• Field-ready construction: The waterproof, fogproof body, rechargeable battery, and operation down to -20°C support regular outdoor use in changing weather and during extended observation sessions.

About the Hikmicro Lynx S Series

The Hikmicro Lynx S series is a current line of thermal monoculars built for straightforward handheld observation in the field. Within Hikmicro’s outdoor range, the series sits as a compact and accessible option for users who need thermal detection for hunting, hiking, searching, and rescue without moving to a larger binocular or riflescope format. The line includes the LC06S, LE10S, and LE15S, giving users different lens and detection-range options while keeping the same basic operating concept.

Across the series, Hikmicro uses uncooled VOx thermal detectors, a 50 Hz refresh rate, and an 800 × 600 OLED display. That combination is aimed at practical field use: smooth motion while scanning, clear target presentation, and a compact form that can be carried all day. The series also supports video recording, snapshots, and connection to the HIKMICRO Sight app through a hotspot, so it works not only as an observation tool but also as a simple way to document sightings and share the image with a phone. With IP67 protection across the listed models, the Lynx S family is designed around portability, ease of use, and dependable thermal viewing in poor light, darkness, and adverse weather.

About the Hikmicro Lynx S LE15S

The Hikmicro Lynx S LE15S is the longer-range model in the compact Lynx S format, combining a 15.00 mm F1.0 lens with a 750.00 m detection range. In practice, that makes it a useful thermal monocular for users who want more reach than entry-level short-lens units while still keeping a light, pocketable device for regular field carry. Its 2.20x starting magnification gives a more detailed initial image on distant heat sources, while the digital zoom extends up to 17.60x when closer inspection is needed.

The thermal core uses a 256x192 uncooled VOx sensor with 12.00 μm pixel pitch and 35.00 mK sensitivity. That specification is important because it helps the LE15S show smaller temperature differences, making animals, people, and terrain features easier to distinguish when the scene is thermally flat. The 800x600 OLED display presents the image with good contrast, and the 50.00 Hz refresh rate keeps panning and target movement smooth enough for active scanning.

For field handling, the LE15S remains simple and practical. It offers video recording, image capture, and video output, plus WiFi connectivity for app-based use. The rechargeable battery supports up to 8.00 h of operation, which suits evening observation sessions and general outdoor use. A waterproof, fogproof, shockproof body, tripod adaptability, and operation from -20°C to +55°C make it suitable for demanding weather, while the -5/+4 dpt diopter adjustment helps different users achieve a clear view quickly.

About Hikmicro

HIKMICRO was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Hangzhou, China. The company specializes in thermal imaging, with additional expertise in visible-light imaging, ultrasonic technology, electromagnetic technology, and radar. In the outdoor optics segment, its range covers thermal monoculars, thermal scopes, thermal clip-ons, digital day-and-night scopes, and multispectrum binoculars.

Its product families are clearly divided by application. LYNX, FALCON, and CONDOR are thermal monocular lines, while STELLAR and THUNDER cover thermal scope formats and ALPEX serves the digital day-and-night category. HIKMICRO’s outdoor brochure records the release of 12 μm thermal detectors in 256×192, 384×288, and 640×512 resolutions in 2020, showing the company’s focus on compact thermal sensor development for field use.

Main Features

• Magnification: 2.20 x
• Digital zoom range: 2.20 x - 17.60 x
• Objective lens: 15.00 mm
• Lens aperture: F 1.0
• Field of view: 205.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 11.70 °
• Detection range: 750.00 m
• Diopter adjustment: -5/+4 dpt
• Close focus: 10.00 m
• Eye relief: 6.00 mm
• Thermal sensor type: VOx Uncooled
• Sensor resolution: 256x192
• Pixel pitch: 12.00 μm
• NETD: 35.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Calibration mode: Automatic, Manual
• Display type: OLED
• Display resolution: 800x600
• Image capture: Yes
• Video recording: Yes
• Video output: Yes
• Connectivity: Wifi
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Battery life: 8.00 h
• Power supply: Rechargeable Battery
• Dimensions: 158.30 mm x 61.00 mm x 57.00 mm
• Weight: 280.00 g
• Working temperature range: -20°C to +55°C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Special features: Fully multicoated, Shockproof, Waterproof
• Tripod adaptable: Yes

Warranty

Hikmicro provides a 3-year warranty for the Lynx S LE15S. This covers the product for a clearly stated period and suits regular field use in hunting, observation, and general outdoor thermal imaging.

In the Box

• Device
• Type-C Cable
• Lint-free Cloth
• Protective Bag
• Wrist Strap
• Quick Start Guide