First Look: X Vision Optics Shadow 100 Digital Night Vision Viewer

Add some more range to your low-light vision.

posted on May 13, 2025
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X Vision Optics Shadow 100 Digital Night Vision

X Vision Optics has just unveiled its new Shadow 100 Digital Night Vision Mini Viewer. This newer and updated pocket-size night-vision viewing device features an extended night-vision viewing range of 400 yards and an upgraded high-resolution IPS (In Plane Switching) display. The Shadow 100 Mini Night Vision Viewer is also equipped with an 8X digital zoom and seven different IR intensity/brightness settings. Its size makes it useful for hunters, campers, hikers, tactical professionals or general outdoor enthusiasts. Unlike the Shadow 100’s predecessor, which used thin film-transistor technology, the upgraded IPS display in this new model makes for a better end user experience by providing sharper imagery, enhanced contrast and wider viewing angles.

X Vision Optics Shadow 100 Digital Night Vision Mini Viewer Features and Specifications

  • Total Range: 435 yards nighttime, 600 yards daytime

  • Digital Zoom Range: 2X to 8X

  • Field of View: 52 feet at 100 yards

  • IR Output: 850 nm

  • Objective Lens Size: 24 mm

  • Battery Life: 9 hours day/night

  • Includes Integrated Rechargeable 2600 MAh Battery

  • Photo and video capable

  • 32 GB memory storage

  • IP Rating: IP 54

  • IR Brightness Settings: 7 levels

  • Weight: 7.2 ounces

  • Length: 4.25 inches

  • Width: 3.5 inches

  • Height: 2 inches

"At X Vision Optics, we are committed to advancing night vision technology to meet the needs of our customers. The upgraded Shadow 100 Mini offers users greater range and a vastly improved display, all in a compact and accessible package," said Mari Bodensteiner, Director of Marketing at X Vision Optics.

The X Vision Optics Shadow 100 Digital Night Vision Mini Viewer retails with an MSRP of $149. To learn more about it or other products offered by X Vision Optics, visit xvisionoptics.com.

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