Why You Might Not Want to Buy Digital Night Vision, Yet.
Reject The Modern World Co.
Digital night vision technology has come a long way, becoming more accessible, more affordable and more advanced. However, despite advancements, there are still several reasons why you might still want to wait a few more years. We will explore the key disadvantages of digital night vision compared to its analog counterpart.
Field of View Limitations
Both digital and analog night vision devices claim about a 40 degree field of view, digital devices like the MG30 tend to have a more constricted and zoomed-in view due to their rectangular display. This will limit your vertical field of view. Compare that to the circular view of analog devices that offer enhanced peripheral vision.
Latency and Lag
The delay between what happens and when you see it on the device, is a major drawback of digital night vision. Even the best digital units exhibit some degree of latency. Although improvements have significantly been made over earlier models, it still doesn’t match the real-time performance of analog devices which display everything without delay.
Low-Light Performance
Digital night visions performance in ultra-low-light environments is extermely inferior. Digital devices can perform relatively well in areas with some ambient light, they struggle in near-total darkness.
Dependence on Supplemental IR Lighting
Digital night vision devices often rely on supplemental infrared (IR) lighting to perform well. IR lighting can be a significant disadvantage in tactical situations, as it reveals your position to anyone else using night vision.
Battery Life
Battery life is an issue with digital devices as they need to power both the sensor and the display. This can be a critical drawback for extended usage.
Durability
Digital night vision devices typically don't match the ruggedness and build quality of their analog counterparts. Most analog devices are built to military specifications designed to withstand harsh conditions. Digital devices are generally not as durable, making them less suitable for rough use.
CQB
In urban settings with varying light sources, digital night vision devices struggle with light adjustment and image clarity. They can be overwhelmed by artificial lighting, resulting in a washed-out or an overly bright image.
At The End Of The Day
Digital night vision has made significant strides and offers benefits like daytime usability or zoom, Digital night vision still falls short in several areas. If you need reliable performance in low light conditions, analog night vision remains the superior choice.If you’re on a budget a digital device like the MG30 could still be a viable option for limited use cases or until you can afford to upgrade to analog.
