Fortuna General 50A3 Thermal Imaging

• 384x288 thermal sensor: The microbolometer sensor with 17.00 μm pixel pitch gives this thermal monocular enough detail for reliable target detection and terrain reading without adding unnecessary bulk.
• 50 mm F 1.2 objective: A larger front lens gathers more thermal information, helping the device hold image contrast at longer distances and making the stated 1400.00 m detection range more useful in open ground.
• 800x600 AMOLED display: The AMOLED screen presents a clear, high-contrast image that is easy to read in darkness, while the display resolution supports more comfortable observation during longer scanning sessions.
• Silent calibration: Electronic silent calibration refreshes the image without the audible click associated with some thermal devices, which is valuable when observing wildlife or working in quiet shooting environments.
• Rugged field construction: The waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled and rubberized housing is built for cold, wet and rough use, while the 5.00 h battery life supports practical handheld observation in the field.

About the Fortuna General Series

Fortuna General is a family of compact thermal devices intended for short- and medium-range use, covering both handheld observation and weapon-mounted applications. Within the Fortuna lineup, the series sits as a practical platform for hunters and shooters who need a durable thermal unit with proven core performance rather than an oversized specialist device. General models are offered with 384 × 288 or 640 × 480 sensors, and the family uses a consistent 17 μm pixel pitch across the range.

A defining trait of the series is its combination of a rubberized aluminum housing, waterproof construction and automatic silent calibration, giving the devices a field-oriented design that balances image stability, durability and ease of use. Fortuna also equips the General line with an 800 × 600 AMOLED display, which helps preserve a clear viewing image in darkness and during extended observation. Lens options in the series include 25 mm, 40 mm and 50 mm variants, allowing the range to cover wider-field scanning as well as longer-distance detection. The General family is also described as resistant to recoil from large-caliber firearms, which reflects its dual role as a thermal monocular platform and as the basis for thermal sight configurations.

About the Fortuna General 50A3 Thermal Imaging

Fortuna General 50A3 Thermal Imaging is a handheld thermal monocular built around a 1.00 x optical system and a 50.00 mm objective, a combination that favors observation and detection over magnified target inspection. In practice, that makes it well suited to scanning woodland edges, fields, tracks and open ground where a wide enough viewing angle is needed to pick up movement quickly, while the larger objective still supports useful long-range thermal reach. With a stated 1400.00 m detection range, it is configured for finding heat sources at distance before closing in or switching to another optic for identification.

The 384x288 microbolometer, 17.00 μm pixel pitch and 50.00 Hz refresh rate give the image a stable, natural feel when panning, which matters when following moving animals or repeatedly checking broad areas. Its 50.00 mK temperature sensitivity helps the device separate subtle heat differences, improving the visibility of animals against cluttered backgrounds. The 800x600 AMOLED display supports comfortable viewing in low light, and the silent calibration mode avoids the distracting click found on some thermal units.

Field usability is equally important here. The monocular records both still images and video, includes video output, and runs for about 5.00 h on CR123A power. A waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled body with rubberized protection helps it cope with rain, cold and repeated transport, while the 595.00 g weight and tripod adaptability keep it practical for longer observation sessions.

About Fortuna

FORTUNA is a Russian manufacturer focused on thermal imaging devices for hunting, night shooting and sport shooting. The brand's thermal imagers are produced at LLC Modul in Moscow, Russia, and the company develops both the hardware and the software used in its products. That combination is relevant in thermal optics because image processing, calibration behavior and user interface design have a direct effect on how useful a device feels in the field.

The FORTUNA trademark was registered in 2010, and the company has built its range around practical thermal tools rather than a single product type. Its catalog includes thermal sights, monoculars, binoculars and clip-on attachments, showing a clear specialization in observation and shooting optics for low-light and no-light use. Within that portfolio, the General line reflects the company's emphasis on compact thermal systems, silent calibration and sensor options suited to short- and medium-range work.

Main Features

• Product type: Thermal monocular
• Magnification: 1.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 50.00 mm
• Lens aperture: F 1.2
• Field of view: 110.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 6.30 °
• Close focus: 5.00 m
• Detection range: 1400.00 m
• Thermal sensor type: Microbolometer
• Thermal sensor resolution: 384x288
• Pixel pitch: 17.00 μm
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Temperature sensitivity: 50.00 mK
• Calibration mode: Silent
• Display type: AMOLED
• Display resolution: 800x600
• Image capture: Yes
• Video recording: Yes
• Video output: Yes
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Automatic Brightness Control: Yes
• Battery type: CR123A
• Battery life: 5.00 h
• Working temperature range: -30 / +50
• Length: 205.00 mm
• Width: 60.00 mm
• Height: 70.00 mm
• Weight: 595.00 g
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Special features: Fogproof, Rubberized body, Shockproof, Waterproof
• Color: Black

Warranty

Fortuna General 50A3 Thermal Imaging is covered by a 2-year warranty.