Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40
#4 in MonocularsFull review
The middle Equinox Z2, with a wider view than the 6x50 and the same app streaming and 1080p recording. At current prices the 6x50 costs less.
Amazon $369.94$369.94
The Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40 is the better digital night vision device overall, rated 3.3 to 2.9. The Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40 leads on warranty and optics. The Barska NV-1 6x25 wins on value, claimed range and recording. The Barska NV-1 6x25 costs $259.95 less ($109.99 vs $369.94).
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Barska NV-1 6x25
#8 in MonocularsFull review
A compact 6x monocular for spotting deer or coyotes at the edge of a field. Barska does not publish its battery life or water resistance.
Amazon $109.99$109.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and optics (4.5x optical, 40 mm objective, 6° view vs 6x optical, 25 mm objective, 10° view).
- Choose the Barska NV-1 6x25 for value ($109.99 vs $369.94), claimed range (984 ft claimed vs 750 ft claimed) and recording (records 1440p vs records 1080p).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every monoculars digital night vision device; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40 | Barska NV-1 6x25 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Image 25% | 50 sensor and screen resolution not published (neutral score used) | 0 320 x 240 screen |
| Optics 15% | 68 4.5x optical, 40 mm objective, 6° view | 58 6x optical, 25 mm objective, 10° view |
| Runtime 15% | 50 runtime not published (neutral score used) | 50 runtime not published (neutral score used) |
| Value 15% | 21 $369.94 | 74 $109.99 |
| Waterproofing 10% | 25 IPX4 | 50 water resistance not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Recording 5% | 61 records 1080p | 77 records 1440p |
| Claimed range 5% | 57 750 ft claimed | 74 984 ft claimed |
Specifications
| Bushnell Equinox Z2 4.5x40 | Barska NV-1 6x25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Image | ||
| Type | Monocular | Monocular |
| Sensor | - | 1/3 in CMOS |
| Sensor megapixels | - | 1.3 MP |
| Screen | LCD | 2 in IPS |
| Screen resolution | - | 320 x 240 |
| Optics | ||
| Optical magnification | 4.5x | 6x |
| Digital zoom | - | 8x |
| Objective lens | 40 mm | 25 mm |
| Field of view | 6 ° | 10 ° |
| IR illuminator | 850 nm | 850 nm |
| Claimed range in darkness | 750 ft | 984 ft |
| Recording and power | ||
| Video recording | 1080p | 1440p |
| Phone app / Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Battery | 4 x AA (not included) | Built-in rechargeable lithium, USB-C |
| Build | ||
| Head mount included | No | No |
| Water protection | IPX4 | - |
| Weight | 22 oz | 8.6 oz |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |