DNT Optics HYDRA-Mini HS210M
Compact four-mode 256 thermal optic for standalone, handheld, helmet-mounted, and clip-on use
- Price
- $1,111
- Weight
- 11.3 oz
- Brand
- DNT Optics
- Category
- Thermal Optics
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Features
- •256x192 thermal sensor, 10 mm lens, <=18 mK NETD
- •1x base magnification, 30.7 x 23 yd field of view at 100 yd
- •11.3 oz, IP67, .50 BMG recoil rated
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Overview
The DNT Optics HYDRA-Mini HS210M puts four thermal roles into an 11.3 oz optic. It works as a standalone thermal scope, handheld monocular, helmet-mounted optic, or clip-on. The 256x192 sensor, 10 mm lens, and always-on AI-powered Image Super Resolution provide a wide 30.7 x 23 yd field of view at 100 yards. Picture-in-Picture adds a 2x magnified window while the wider scene stays visible.
Clip-on mode holds a fixed true 1x thermal view, so the day optic supplies magnification and keeps its reticle visible for aiming. DNT recommends a day optic with 1-2x base magnification. The included QDF193 Dual Quick-Detach Flip-to-Side Mount places the HYDRA-Mini 1.93 inches above the rail and retains zero after removal and reattachment. Helmet use requires a compatible shroud, helmet mount, and Wilcox- or KVC/RQE-compatible dovetail binocular bridge, all sold separately.
Key Features
- Four deployment modes: standalone scope, handheld monocular, helmet-mounted optic, and clip-on
- 256x192 thermal sensor with 10 mm lens and <=18 mK NETD
- Always-on AI-powered Image Super Resolution
- 1x base magnification, 1.14x actual, with 2x Picture-in-Picture window
- Four thermal palettes, eight reticle styles, and five reticle colors
- Video and audio recording, Recoil Activated Video, and DNT App One Tap Connect for live feed and recorded footage
- One 18650 runs approximately 7 hours; two batteries are included for up to 14 hours used consecutively
- Included QDF193 Dual Quick-Detach Flip-to-Side Mount with 1.93 in rail height and zero retention
Pros
- +Four deployment modes cover weapon-mounted, handheld, helmet-mounted, and clip-on use
- +Wide true 1x clip-on view keeps the day optic's reticle visible and usable
- +Lighter and more compact than the three-mode HYDRA series
- +Included flip-to-side QD mount retains zero after removal and reattachment
Cons
- −256x192 core trails 384 and 640 cores on detail and range
- −True 1x provides no optical reach of its own in standalone or clip-on mode
- −Helmet use requires a separate shroud, helmet mount, and compatible dovetail bridge
- −Approximately 7 hr per battery means swapping cells during longer sessions
Detailed Specifications
- thermalSensor
- 256x192
- lens
- 10 mm
- thermalSensitivity
- <=18 mK NETD
- Magnification
- 1x base (1.14x actual)
- Field of View
- 30.7 x 23 yd at 100 yd
- Eye Relief
- 65 mm / 2.6 in
- Reticle
- 8 styles, 5 color options
- thermalPalettes
- 4
- Battery Type
- 1x 18650 at a time; 2 included
- Battery Life
- approximately 7 hr per battery; up to 14 hr total when used consecutively
- recoilRating
- .50 BMG
- Waterproof Rating
- IP67
- Mount Type
- QDF193 dual QD flip-to-side, 1.93 in above rail
- deploymentModes
- standalone scope, handheld monocular, helmet-mounted, clip-on
- compatibleMounts
- QDF193 included; QDM150 and QDS150 at 1.5 in, QDF170 at 1.7 in
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