Rix Optics Stride ST6 Lite

• 640×512 thermal sensor: The higher-resolution sensor gives the Stride ST6 Lite more image detail for spotting heat signatures, reading animal movement, and separating targets from background clutter at longer distances.
• True 1× base magnification: A genuine 1× view keeps movement natural and spatial awareness intact, which is especially useful for scanning on foot, helmet-mounted use, and fast observation at short to medium range.
• 12 μm pixel pitch and 20 mK NETD: This combination helps the monocular show finer temperature differences, so outlines, terrain transitions, and partially obscured subjects remain easier to interpret in humidity, fog, or changing weather.
• Compact 205 g housing: The low weight and short 129.00 mm body reduce fatigue during extended carry and make the unit easier to handle as a pocket thermal monocular or as part of a lightweight field kit.
• WiFi, photo and video recording: Built-in connectivity and onboard recording make it easier to document sightings, review observations later, and share a live view with a phone when working with a partner or guiding others.

About the Rix Optics Stride Series

The Rix Optics Stride series is a family of thermal-imaging monoculars built for users who need a compact handheld thermal device rather than a dedicated weapon sight. Within the RIX lineup, the Stride models sit as portable observation tools for hunting, property surveillance, recovery work, and general night-time scanning. The series focuses on practical field handling: a small body, low carry weight, straightforward controls, and a format that works well when moving on foot or checking wide areas quickly.

Across the series, the emphasis is on combining a usable base magnification with modern thermal imaging features such as OLED displays, onboard recording, and WiFi connectivity. Depending on the model, sensor resolution and lens specification vary, but the design philosophy stays consistent: deliver a clear thermal image in a monocular that is easy to pack, quick to deploy, and comfortable to use for extended observation. That makes the Stride range well suited to users who want thermal detection capability without the bulk of a larger thermal scope system.

About the Rix Optics Stride ST6 Lite

The Rix Optics Stride ST6 Lite is the higher-specification Lite model in the series, pairing a 640×512 sensor with a 25.00 mm F1.0 objective lens and a wide 17.50 ° field of view. In practice, that gives it a strong balance between area coverage and image detail. The wide view helps when scanning tree lines, fields, or edges at close to medium distance, while the sensor resolution provides enough definition to better interpret shape and movement instead of seeing only a vague hotspot. With a stated 1300.00 m detection range, it is designed first for finding heat sources efficiently, then following them with more confidence as conditions change.

A key advantage of this model is its true 1.00× base magnification with digital zoom up to 6.00×. The 1× starting point feels more natural than a narrow, magnified view, which matters when scanning while walking or when maintaining awareness of surrounding terrain. The 1024×768 OLED display gives the thermal image a crisp viewing surface with good contrast, and the 50.00 Hz refresh rate helps motion appear smoother when tracking moving animals or sweeping across a scene. Its 12.00 μm pixel pitch and 20.00 mK NETD also support cleaner thermal separation, which is useful when temperature differences are subtle.

The ST6 Lite is equally focused on portability. At 205.00 g and only 129.00 mm long, it is easy to carry as a constant companion rather than a specialist device left behind. The central diopter adjustment, 20.00 mm eye relief, rechargeable battery system, USB-C power input, and built-in WiFi all contribute to practical day-to-day use. Photo and video recording add value for documentation and review, while the waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction supports dependable field use in changing weather.

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 product range covers thermal riflescopes, thermal-imaging monoculars, and digital day-and-night-vision scopes, showing a clear specialization in electro-optics for low-light and no-light use. Within that lineup, the STRIDE series is dedicated to thermal-imaging monoculars, while other families such as LEAP, STORM, POCKET, and TITAN address different roles and feature sets.

This product structure gives RIX a broad presence across handheld observation and weapon-mounted thermal categories. The company’s lineup includes monoculars for compact scanning, riflescopes with integrated rangefinder options in selected series, and models aimed at users who want more advanced ballistic or zoom functionality. That category focus makes RIX Optics particularly relevant in the thermal hunting optics and night observation segment.

Main Features

• Magnification: 1.00 x - 6.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 25.00 mm
• Lens aperture: F 1.0
• Field of view: 304.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 17.50 °
• Eye relief: 20.00 mm
• Diopter range: -5D to +5D
• Detection range: 1300.00 m
• Thermal sensor resolution: 640x512
• Pixel pitch: 12.00 μm
• NETD: 20.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Display type: OLED
• Display resolution: 1024×768
• Photo capture: Yes
• Video recording: Yes
• Video output: Yes
• Connectivity: Wifi
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Battery life: 4.00 h
• Power supply: Rechargeable Battery, USB-C port
• Dimensions: 129.00 mm x 47.00 mm x 71.00 mm
• Weight: 205.00 g
• Working temperature range: -20°C to +50°C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Special features: Fogproof, Shockproof, Waterproof
• Color: Black
• Made in: China

Warranty

The Rix Optics Stride ST6 Lite is covered by a 5-year warranty, matching RIX coverage for thermal devices in this resolution class.

In the Box

• STRIDE ST6 Lite thermal imaging monocular
• Adapter Kit x2
• Lanyard
• 18650 Battery (70mm length)
• USB Type-C Cable
• Battery Charger
• Battery Fireproof Bag
• Lens Cloth