Here's the deal with this camera. If you are on a budget and you live somewhere where there is a lot of light pollution, this camera works great. Not many people can afford the $2500 PVS 14's. I've owned a few of PV-14's and 18's. I also own the Sionyx Sport. In some many ways the PVS-14 Gen 3 is obviously better. Like If you're shooting firearms with it, helmet mounts, in the middle of nowhere in the woods with very little light. But, I break out the Sionyx when I'm in the city or in my suburban area. I don't have to worry about looking directly at a bunch of street lights, or house lights. For me I have found the Sionyx is a better choice for that application. And again, if you're poor and you just want away to see in the dark for SHTF, one really just can't be these cameras for $399. They're obviously not GEN 3 night vision, but they perform very very wel in suburban/city areasl. It's definitely better than nothing by far. And if you have an IR flashlight, you're good to go. Great budget night vision camera that actually works. If you're looking to film standard video or pictures, yeah, it does suck for that. If you get it get it just for night vision.

@ralphholiman7401

2 жыл бұрын

We had a lot of military grade night vision where I worked, and they were almost useless in cities at night. Streetlights, car lights, front porch lights, would just wash them out and essentially made them useless. Now, out in the woods, they were great. They Sionyx would have been much better for surveillance at night in a city.

I totally understand that I won't be satisfied with a $600 night vision goggles. But if I had $3000 laying around, hey, I wouldn't need to consider buying $600 nvgs. That's just the problem with not making a lot of money.

@daepicpigeon3274

3 жыл бұрын

If you look around on ebay you can find pvs-14 and pvs-7s for cheap. I found a gen 3 pvs-14 for $1000 the other day. Just be careful as they might be stolen.

@YabadabadooMrMagoo

3 жыл бұрын

So glad I saw this video. I was almost set to buy…..now …he’ll no!

I’d say there’s far more advantages with digital night vision over analog…..as long as it’s being used within its capabilities. Like having color images, being able to record video and take still images, exposure to bright lights, no worries of blemished tubes, specs and data sheets, ridiculously expensive replacement parts, limited warranties, ITAR regulations, possibility of future regulations and outright bans for civilian use. I’ve used plenty of nods in theatre and in training and they’re really not as spectacular as weekend warriors make them out to be. Even in the $10-$20k category, they’re going to have drawbacks. Differentiating colors, light exposure and overall fragility being the main ones. Im willing to bet good money within 10 years digital will surpass analog, making your overpriced phosphorus NVG’s obsolete

One thing that I want to point out is that it is actually possible to get a 1:1 picture that will give you some depth perception. If you use the digital zoom (click three times right arrow) the image you see will be the same angular diameter as your other eye. Of course, this lowers your overall field of view considerably, but it does help lessen the feeling of distortion.

Yeah, you have to run a specific mount for it. When you get the correct mount, its usability is greatly increased.

@ant4160

3 жыл бұрын

And the name of this mount?

@adamnajera1297

2 жыл бұрын

I agree even though I've never used any nv. I'm doing my research and its pretty confusing. So Do these sionyx auroras work? Most first reactions are either they work and are a low cost option or they totally bag on it cuz it cheap and doesn't work well under moon light. But at the same time there's no one running nv without an ir light so idk what all the fuss is about

@koneal2000

Жыл бұрын

@@ant4160 kiloohm makes a good one

You're not fos. I agree it's not intensifier tube good. However, black silicon does make it superior to any other type of civilian digital night vision that, imo, REQUIRES an illuminator. Like you said, you don't need one with the aurora when there's a little lum. If ppl are looking for NV capability for cheap sionyx is the way to go.

In low light just set the frame rate to 24 fps and it will work. Or run a ir.

@Ashley-1917

3 жыл бұрын

Even at 7fps, it's not much better than the naked eye. I see people comparing this to gen 2, but in terms of passive performance, this is even worse than $100 gen 1. I like to think of it as a really high-quality gen 0 device.

The tilted screen placement is solved with the dedicated helmet mounts made for the Sionyx, but it doesn't solve the main issue, and that is the delay in the screen image vs real life when moving. I'm surprised nobody has made a magnifier that clips into the viewfinder since it already has the mounting tabs for something to mount to it. All that being said, as a mounted low light camera set to display on a tablet on a boat ect, and not a night vision replacement, it really is a game changer.

@paultags3862

3 жыл бұрын

I just picked up two Aurora Black's and after testing them, I am not running in to any delay. I'll have to go find the forums posts but people were reporting that the delay people were seeing is resolved in newer models.

@sbuyce1

3 жыл бұрын

@@paultags3862 what mount are you using

@mariner_life7631

Жыл бұрын

What mount does Sionyx have?

I just got one for 70 out of a pawnshop works great

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

Damn, that’s a hell of a deal.

Apparently whatever I looked through must have been a million dollars. But a hunting buddy is a police officer. And brought out his tiny little monocular. Not even half that size. No moon. Overcast. In the middle of nowhere. So no citylight. No IR light. And other than it being green and black. I could see plain as day. Both near and far. Like an infinity focus or something. Literally hardly any starlight. Not like what your saying at all, as far as needing half a moon to have that quality. And it was the same for dual tubes on the helmet of a helicopter pilot for an ambulance service. (Was an emt) and he let me see it. Maybe you haven't had the option to check them out.. But I assume 3 generation and expensive. Anyway. Just throwing in my 2 cents.

Dude it does what its supposed to, its not an NVG but you dont have to ranger band a greco to it either just to record.

Thanks for this review. You answered all the questions I had.

@6P3-MK4

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you've done more research. They are well well worth the money. I have the pro which is rated for 4k rounds and with almost 8k rounds through my 5.56 and it works awesome and just like the day I got it. And even though technically it's just an action cam, it is very useful in multiple situations. I just received another new one a few days ago because of how useful they are.

Curious if you think this may be a good option to have on a boat. I am looking for something to use on late returns on the boat. Lights aren’t great to use on the water and most say use just eye sight. We have done this and gotten by but would prefer a bit better vision at night. Came across this product but can’t seem to figure out if it would be good for this use case.

It seems that an add-on lens at the rear could overcome the eye relief issue on weapons.

Great video! Anyone know if this would be suitable for use on a sail boat for added safety entering / leaving harbours, anchorages at night?

@AbelCompanyArms

2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t used it on the water. I have done a lot with actual analog night vision around water though. So this is just my guess. If you’re only using it coming in and going out, and there is a lot of ambient lighting, it will probably work ok. Still nowhere near as good as traditional analog night vision. This will work good with a full moon or a lot of ambient lighting.

The SiOnyx cameras are perfect for astronomy rather than killing living creatures for fun - friendly on your pocket too. I've had used several night vision cameras for the night sky and SiOnix does it for me when compared to price. Just ordered a Sport for myself as all the night / exposure features are identical to the more expensive models apart from the Pro. I couldn't care less about incompatibility with guns.

Great video it confirms what I thought .Is it useful , yes within context and limitations .Using it in a urban environment to see into shadows etc..great when you don’t need or want to risk or need the extra utility of your $3k PSv 14 .I will be buying one to supplement PSv-14 and thermal .Each device has its own place .

great content, never heard of this thing till the page I clicked before this one, saved me some time!

Thanks for the review. Definitely gives me something to think about.

I would love to have that camera

I wonder if a scope camera on the end of the camera would work well?

Excellent points.

IMO, the fairest review of this thing I've seen on YT to date. "Its cool but its not an NVD... " that sums it up pretty much.

What about forward mounted in front of a 1-4x scope? Does that work?

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

I tried it in front of my aimpoint T2 micro with flip up 3X, it worked.

Pvs14 ,, I paid 4500.00 ,,, I love them !! Nothing comes close!!

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

Not remotely the same class. I have pvs stuff. Its nice. Im not stupid enough to compare the 2.

I'm not sure, but you probably can't use an iPhone to the same degree with an IR illuminator. I've read that most digital cameras have IR and UV filters permanently mounted. But, perhaps some phones have more flexibility. I know some phones do show IR LEDs from remote controls (near or higher than 850nm and some people can see them as a dim flicker in a dark room and their eyes have adjusted, while other people can't see them at all)

Half way through the video…THANK YOU!!!!

if want know how good is in total darkness won't lie,it needs some ambient light to work at all-that said,if do not mind pointing even a small IR torch as you walk,iits amazing for the price and well worth having even in pitch black,coz even a small cheap 5 bucks IR torch makes it work like a charm belating its low price tag dramatically :)

I’m not a hunter. I’m not trying to mount it. And if it’s pitch black I can just use an IR light. I’m just trying to spot wildlife in the woods man. Just to look at not shoot.

Superb class Marine Sniper 2001 - 2005 Obsessed with electro optics 👍🇺🇲👁

i have the pro and its really good for paranormal investigations, and for skywatching with an ir light

@lawrencerodgers9845

Жыл бұрын

How is it in low light without ir?

How would this hit you in the your face if it's mounted in front of your optic?

I have the Aurora Pro. It works in complete darkness and is a great device. I use it it predominantly as a substitute telescope for night time viewing the skies. It's amazing for the price. Can see more stars than through my 130p Dob.

@seasonalhopelessness

2 жыл бұрын

Have you got any footage of the aurora pro stars and night sky with no moon?

So it’s good for airsoft

With total respect I would like to point out a couple false statements again total respect I submit this comment. I think you are very knowledgeable of night vision and the tech just perhaps we’re not aware of the unique positioning and just how far along they really are. It works great on a rifle best option for a civilian to acquire night vision for a incredibly affordable price point again You seem very knowledgeable and I don’t want to step on any toes I just would like to correct a couple things that I am sure have detoured buyers from an amazing product that are incorrect first of all placement for this on a rifle is meant to be set in front of the scope (not typical in my experience) second of all it is actually designed to be put on a rifle no larger than a 556/223 it’s for a tactical rifle it is rated by the company for this in the specs you can read about it and the test results on their website also as for the military using it….. The US Army has selected SIONYX digital night vision cameras for its Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) project. The contract has been awarded under the SOSSEC and the Sensors, Communications and Electronics Consortium (SCEC) Other Transaction Agreement. Valued at $19.9m, the contract has been issued on behalf of the US Army’s Night Vision and Electronic Sensor Directorate (NVESD) for an undisclosed number of digital night vision cameras....

@AbelCompanyArms

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the feedback. Looking back, I wish I would have done the review a little different. My intentions was to deter someone that was interested in analog night vision, and expected this was the same. Also at the time, I didn’t know the device was supposed to go in front of the optic. I failed to research enough prior to the review. I’m hoping to get ahold of a pro model and do another review eventually.

Lol I run dual Aurora blacks, not a PVs14 but that’s why I got a PVs14. They do work as a helmet mounted solution if it’s all you can afford or justify I run ir blasters with them of course for very dark night but for 1200$ for duals and recording night time hikes they don’t too bad. They are not gen 3 but they have there own charm

@vhumanfighter3100

3 жыл бұрын

I would be interest in seeing your setup and what your opinion is on using this that setup.

I have never had the problem you discribe of the Aurora being canted when it's helmet mounted. Is it on par with $4000 NV? No! If it did it would be much more expensive, how dose it compare to NV in the same price range? I'm mean a Corvette will get beat by a Lamborghini every time!

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

kirk ragland did you buy a helmet mount from them? The canted problem is when using a J arm

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

You know the corvette doesnt get beat by the lambo "every" time.. right?

I would say the only thing this would be useful for on a night Hunt is identifying your target using as a handheld and then switching to your rifle.

You just saved me $700... thank you.

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

isoplus3513 lol that was my goal. Too many people buying this camera thinking it’s more than it is.

I don't think it would be very much use on a gun because it's not really designed for that purpose since it has no reticle. I could have used one a couple of years ago though, would have got an awesome video of UFOs doing their thing at night.

Theres several able companys on FB. I was just going to order one of those for Bigfooting I bought a remote control Rotating turret for my truck I have an Atn night vision but its huge and heavy and not exciting to look at. I hate like hell to pay $3500 and up everything electronic stops working at some point and thats big money. I dont know why they cant at least go to 1080 res. In This cam line up 720 is only good for an ID of what it is. I guess i wait to see if i win. :)

Right mounts no prob on helmet. Can use the digital zoom to dial in ~ 1:1 to the eye perception and have it spaced out away from your face. Can get a very high quality metal Lions Gear $$. Or for ~$100 can get a single, $150 a dual bridge off eBay. Image is great down into low light w/o IR. Very low light review is correct, it looks just like his pic showed. Even a 1/3 the price Gen 1 will spank it in that scenario. (but in this scenario only for Gen 1)

Thankyou

God Bless you

I ditched Facebook due to political differences (communist bastards), otherwise I would follow you on both sir. Good content.

@truenews8357

3 жыл бұрын

Awwww, poor little baby can't handle free speech. too offended? good

@nicholascheadle

3 жыл бұрын

Sure I can. Not offended at all. Thanks for your input.

@Superabound2

3 жыл бұрын

The "politcal differencea" that he's referring to is most likely Facebook's lack of respect for Free Speech. Both his and and fact that Facebook cooperates with oppressive foreign governments to help them censor the internet for their citizens. Also, him choosing to no longer use Facebook is literally him exercising his right to Free Speech. Are you implying that people should be FORCED to have Facebook accounts??

@SkyLightsUXOs

3 жыл бұрын

@@nicholascheadle I think T N has it back ass word.....

@nicholascheadle

3 жыл бұрын

@@SkyLightsUXOs I think time will continue to show how correct you are. Lol. Ass backwards indeed!

I tink is Coll anda belive is new fast stape Night vision..... Fiucher... Good osom

What about teh PRO version?!?!?!?!

@AbelCompanyArms

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I haven’t had the chance to try the pro model out. Hopefully I can get my hands on one soon.

a $300 night vision thats for weapons still works, you won’t get the distance you want but damn it’s works for home defense!

Many thing put wrong but I'll just move on lol

Can you give that to me

Truth. I always like to here it about products. This is truth.

At 4:12 of your video " That's a very nice bike.

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏼 👊🏼 only way to travel

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

Is that a joke? Things a fuckin piece of junk

This guy compares the Sionyx to real night vision way to much. Review the product, don’t compare against products that are obviously more superior

I bought mine for 550 for watching flying saucers lol I can't possess a gun

Hope I win,thanks guys.

I’m entered :)

I Use a Thermal Camera is much better,

Biased review. Instead of saying it's dangerous to use as a rifle mount say it's effective for very low recoil due to the short eye relief but not for high recoil. I'm sure there are no issues with a .22. It would also be fine with most PCC's. The phrasing changes things. Exaggerated tilt for the head mount too.

Who the F uses a 720p camera 😂

After that review - I don't want it! LOL. Good stuff, thank you for I'm shopping around.

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

Thats a pretty fuckin dumb decision. A bad review by an idiot does not equal a "do not buy".

Good review. Seems like another piece of junk that woulnt work well in field conditions at night. But if they every perfect color night vision I will love it. The monochrome makes it hard to pick out animals at night.

@AbelCompanyArms

3 жыл бұрын

It wouldn’t call it a piece of junk. It is pretty neat, just not very practical for hunting or anything tactical. I’m just glad to stop people from buying it with the wrong expectations.

@happy_dutchman

3 жыл бұрын

I dont know if you have heard of oxide on KZread. I made a video lately in the video you can see some footage recorded on the sionix. It actually looks pretty decent

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

@@AbelCompanyArms its your fault you dont know how to use it.. you know that, right?

It's not a night vision device, quit calling it that

@jamesstephenson2346

3 жыл бұрын

It absolutely is. Its a night vision CAMERA. Big difference.

@MrGible

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesstephenson2346 doesn't make it any more correct, or validate your opinion

WOW WYZE CAM V3 SECURITY CAM HAS BETTER COLOR NIGHT VISION AND IT'S ONLY 20 BUCKS