Rix Optics Storm S2

• Compact thermal riflescope format: The short 135.00 mm body and 408.00 g weight keep the rifle balanced and easy to handle, which matters when moving through fields, woods, or shooting from improvised positions.
• 256x192 VOx sensor with 25 mK sensitivity: The thermal core combines 12.00 μm pixel pitch with low NETD 25.00 mK, helping the scope separate animals from background clutter more clearly in damp air, changing temperatures, and other difficult night conditions.
• 3.5x base magnification for practical hunting distances: The fixed optical setup gives a straightforward sight picture for hog, predator, and varmint use, with enough native magnification to identify heat sources without relying entirely on digital enlargement.
• AMOLED display with onboard recording: The 1024×768 AMOLED screen presents a crisp viewing image, while photo and video recording let the user save sightings, check shot placement, or review hunts afterward.
• Field-ready construction with Wi-Fi connectivity: Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction supports use in rough weather, and built-in Wifi adds wireless connection for app-based functions and firmware updates.

About the Rix Optics Storm Series

RIX positions the STORM series as a compact, versatile family of thermal imaging riflescopes built for hunters who need a practical night-hunting optic rather than a large, specialized setup. In the RIX lineup, STORM sits as a dedicated thermal riflescope range aimed at common field use such as hog, predator, and varmint hunting, where quick target detection, manageable size, and straightforward controls matter as much as raw specification numbers.

The series spans several sensor classes, with 256×192, 384×288, and 640×512 options, so users can choose between entry-level access, more refined image detail, or higher-end performance. Model names such as S2, S3, and S6 identify the core variants, while some versions add extra capability through integrated laser rangefinding and, on R-designated models, ballistic support. Across the range, the design philosophy stays consistent: keep the scope compact enough for real hunting rifles, provide thermal imaging that is easy to interpret in darkness and cover, and offer model choices that suit different distances, terrain, and budgets.

About the Rix Optics Storm S2

The Rix Optics Storm S2 is the most compact and accessible expression of the STORM concept, built around a 256x192 VOx uncooled sensor, a 25.00 mm objective lens, and 3.50 x base magnification. That combination makes it well suited to hunters who want a dedicated thermal riflescope for short- to mid-range work, especially where fast detection is more important than extreme-distance identification. The 1300.00 m detection range gives the user room to pick up heat signatures well before shooting distance, while the native magnification keeps the image more natural than heavy reliance on digital zoom alone.

The sensor’s 12.00 μm pixel pitch and 25.00 mK sensitivity help the Storm S2 show temperature differences with better separation, which is useful when animals blend into brush, stubble, or uneven ground temperatures. A 50.00 Hz refresh rate supports smoother panning and target tracking, reducing the choppy feel that can make moving animals harder to follow. On the viewing side, the 1024×768 AMOLED display delivers a sharp, high-contrast image that remains easy to read in darkness, and the -5D to +5D diopter range helps users tune the eyepiece to their eyesight.

In practical use, the Storm S2 also benefits from its 48.00 mm eye relief, compact housing, and 18650 power system. The result is a thermal hunting optic that stays light on the rifle, works in cold and wet conditions, records images and video, and adds Wifi connectivity for wireless functions without adding unnecessary bulk. For hunters who want a simple thermal riflescope with a compact footprint, the S2 focuses on the essentials.

About Rix Optics

RIX Optics is based in Richardson, Texas, United States, and focuses on the design and manufacture of thermal-imaging and night-vision optics. Its catalog covers several core categories, including thermal riflescopes, thermal-imaging monoculars, and digital day-and-night-vision scopes, which places the company squarely in the field of hunting and observation electronics rather than conventional glass optics alone.

Within that range, RIX organizes products into distinct families for different uses. The LEAP series includes thermal riflescopes with continuous optical zoom and built-in laser rangefinders, while the TITAN series consists of thermal-imaging monoculars with a built-in ballistic calculator. The company also offers the POCKET and STRIDE thermal monocular lines. This product structure shows a clear emphasis on practical thermal and night-vision tools for hunters and shooters who need compact devices, dedicated riflescopes, and feature-rich handheld observation units.

Main Features

• Product type: Thermal riflescope
• Series: Rix Optics Storm
• Made in: China
• Magnification: 3.50 x
• Objective lens diameter: 25.00 mm
• Field of view: 122.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 7.00 °
• Eye relief: 48.00 mm
• Diopter range: -5D to +5D
• Lens aperture: F 1.0
• Detection range: 1300.00 m
• Sensor type: VOx Uncooled
• Sensor resolution: 256x192
• Pixel pitch: 12.00 μm
• NETD: 25.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Display type: AMOLED
• Display resolution: 1024×768
• Image capture: Yes
• Video recording: Yes
• Video output: Yes
• Connectivity: Wifi
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Power supply: 18650
• Battery life: 5.00 h
• Operating temperature range: -20°C to +50°C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Special features: Fogproof, Shockproof, Waterproof
• Dimensions: 135.00 mm x 64.00 mm x 56.00 mm
• Weight: 408.00 g
• Color: Black

Warranty

Rix Optics covers the Storm S2 with a 3-year warranty. This stated period applies to the model on the manufacturer’s official product and warranty materials.

In the Box

• STORM S2
• Picatinny QD Mount
• Throw Lever
• Dust Cover
• Battery Charger
• Battery x2
• USB Type C Cable
• Thermal Target x10
• Hex Key
• Lens Cloth