WHAT IS NIGHT VISION?

Night vision is the ability to see in low light conditions without a torch or flashlight. Humans naturally have poor night vision, so we use night vision goggles to see and maneuver in low-light conditions—or even in complete darkness.

Analog night vision amplifies available light and transmits it to your eyes. The available light enters the device through an objective lens and strikes an image intensifier tube. This tube works by accelerating electrons across a vacuum and onto a phosphor screen, where they produce a green image.

Digital night vision, on the other hand, captures infrared (IR) light and displays the results on a screen. Although digital night vision typically relies on a powered infrared light source to function, we believe it is better suited for civilian applications. Digital night vision goggles can be more robust, affordable, and allow for recording photos and videos. They also don’t rely on ambient light to function.