![]() Moreover, if you’re looking to capture video, the 25Hz rate is far better (especially in Europe, Asia, and Australia). ![]() Sure, the 9Hz rate common on competitors isn’t a huge issue when assessing things that aren’t moving – walls, radiators, cars in the garage – but it doesn't 'feel' right. The Hikmicro Pocket 2 is a fine thermal camera, and in most use cases it feels well ahead of the game. This is in marked contrast to the FLIR C5 Test (opens in new tab), which has much better connectivity options. Oddly the files are saved at 3264 x 2448 pixels (8MP) when the quality suggests closer to 2MP.Īdmittedly finding the flash was less apparent the screen needs a swipe-down gesture, but once you’ve found this you’ve found all the hidden menus, and while the operation isn’t iPhone smooth, nothing will make you wait long.Īccording to the included guide, there is an iOS and Android 'Hikmicro Viewer' app, but we were only able to download it on Android and, even then, unable to make a connection. You can opt to record the visual image at the same moment, potentially useful for reports. ![]() (Image credit: Adam Juniper / Digital Camera World) We liked that the emissivity menu – in which you set the surface reflectivity to make the temperature more accurate – had a good list of clearly labeled pre-sets, helping novices. Charging via USB-C is straightforward, and if plugged into a computer it shows up as a drive for file download. There is a tripod mount at the base and images and video are stored locally. Both the lenses and screen are recessed back from the rubberized plastic shell to provide drop protection of up to 2m.īasic operation is easy, a matter of powering on, waiting a moment, then shooting with the capture button – memory is internal. On the back is a 3.5-inch touchscreen, with three adjoining touch buttons giving the impression of a larger screen. The front features a recessed LED flash next to a protruding dual lens housing. Inside that is the camera itself, a bit shorter, wider, and thicker than a large mobile phone, but in the same territory. Opening the box reveals a nylon fabric-covered hard case with a zip. You can also plug into the computer with USB-C. In theory – but not, at least for us – the camera can sync with a phone for file transfer.
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