Bering Optics Prodigy-X 1x19

• Wide thermal field of view: The 29.00 ° viewing angle and 500.00 m/1000m field of view help scan large areas quickly, which is useful for locating animals, people, or heat sources without constant panning.
• 1x base magnification with digital zoom: A true 1.00 x starting view keeps movement natural for handheld observation, while zoom up to 4.00 x lets the user inspect a detected heat source more closely.
• 384x288 thermal sensor: The Microbolometer sensor with 50.00 Hz refresh rate gives a stable, fluid image that is easier to interpret when tracking moving targets.
• Compact field-ready housing: At 400.00 g and 170.00 mm long, the monocular stays easy to carry on foot, in a vehicle, or as part of a hunting or security kit.
• Weather-resistant construction: Waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen-filled construction helps the unit stay usable in cold, damp, and fast-changing outdoor conditions.

About the Bering Optics Thermal Monoculars Series

Bering Optics Thermal Monoculars are built as handheld thermal-imaging tools for scouting and observation, with the series aimed at users who need to detect warm objects, animals, and people in darkness or in visually difficult conditions. Within the family, the line spans several lens sizes, including the Prodigy-X 19 mm, the 25 mm Prodigy 348, and the 35 mm Prodigy PRO, giving users a choice between wider viewing and more reach.

A defining trait of the series is its focus on practical thermal viewing rather than unnecessary complexity. These monoculars use thermal sensors to show heat patterns instead of relying on ambient light, which makes them useful in darkness and through conditions such as fog and smoke. The series also includes digital zoom and selectable image polarity modes such as black-hot and white-hot, allowing the image to be adapted to terrain, background, and target contrast. Onboard controls for power, zoom, brightness, and image polarity keep operation direct and easy to learn in the field.

About the Bering Optics Prodigy-X 1x19

The Bering Optics Prodigy-X 1x19 is the widest-viewing model in the Prodigy family, built around a 1.00 x base magnification and a 19.00 mm objective lens. That combination makes it especially well suited to short- and mid-range scanning, where rapid area coverage matters more than narrow high-magnification observation. For handheld thermal use in woods, fields, farm property, or perimeter work, the broad image helps the user pick up movement and heat signatures faster.

Its 384x288 thermal sensor with 25.00 μm pixel pitch and 60.00 mK NETD is paired with a 640x480 LCD display, giving the monocular enough image detail for reliable detection while keeping operation straightforward. The 50.00 Hz refresh rate helps motion appear smoother, which is important when following moving animals or scanning from a vehicle. Digital zoom up to 4.00 x adds flexibility: the user can search at 1x for maximum awareness, then zoom in to inspect a heat source without changing position.

The housing is designed for practical outdoor use. At 400.00 g, with central focusing and central diopter adjustment, the monocular remains easy to handle during extended observation. Waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen-filled construction supports dependable use in wet weather and temperature changes, while the 6.00 h Li-ion battery life is long enough for a typical evening session. A 500.00 m detection range and tripod adaptability further extend its usefulness for static observation posts and deliberate scanning.

About Bering Optics

Bering Optics was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States. The company focuses on the design and manufacture of thermal, night-vision, and daytime optical imaging products, with a catalog that spans handheld devices, riflescopes, binoculars, goggles, and related aiming optics. Its night-vision range has included systems based on Gen 1, Gen 2+, and Gen 3 technologies, while its broader lineup also covers red-dot sights, prismatic scopes, telescopic sights, and laser boresights.

This background is relevant to the Prodigy-X because Bering Optics works across both thermal and conventional sighting categories, giving the brand a practical understanding of field use, image interpretation, and compact optical design. In the thermal segment, the company is known for products intended for hunting, observation, and low-visibility detection tasks.

Main Features

• Magnification: 1.00 x
• Digital zoom: up to 4.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 19.00 mm
• Field of view: 500.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 29.00 °
• Eye relief: 14.00 mm
• Close focus: 2.00 m
• Detection range: 500.00 m
• Thermal sensor type: Microbolometer
• Sensor resolution: 384x288
• Pixel pitch: 25.00 μm
• NETD: 60.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Display type: LCD
• Display resolution: 640x480
• Video output: Yes
• Battery type: Li-ion
• Battery life: 6.00 h
• Working temperature range: -20 / +50 °C
• Dimensions: 170.00 mm x 68.00 mm x 68.00 mm
• Weight: 400.00 g
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter range: -4 / +3 Dpt
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Filled with: Nitrogen

Warranty

Bering Optics Prodigy-X 1x19 is covered by a 2-year warranty.