Kinda nerded out here lol,

This photograph was taken through the objective viewing system of my Elbit XLSH Gen 3 White Phosphor PVS-14, using an iPhone 18 Pro positioned behind the eyepiece.
Environmental and lighting conditions:
The photograph was captured at night using 100% natural ambient illumination, with absolutely no infrared (IR) illumination or supplemental lighting.
At the time, the moon was rising above the surrounding mountains, with moonlight beginning to illuminate portions of the distant ridgeline. This created a distinct contrast between the brighter, moonlit vegetation and the darker areas that remained in the mountain’s shadow.
The PVS-14 was able to resolve considerable detail across both illuminated and shadowed areas simultaneously.
Observed distances:
50 yards (46 meters): A birdhouse mounted approximately 7 feet above the ground is clearly visible in the foreground. Its rectangular shape, mounting post, and openings can be distinguished.
150 meters (164 yards): A pond lies beyond the birdhouse, surrounded by vegetation and trees. The image maintains visible separation between the landscape features at this intermediate distance.
Approximately 1 mile (1,609 meters): The distant mountain ridgeline is visible, with individual treetop formations distinguishable against the brighter sky. Portions of the ridgeline receiving moonlight appear significantly brighter than the areas still in shadow.
Image intensifier specifications:
Manufacturer: Elbit Systems
Tube: XLSH Gen 3 White Phosphor
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 34.6
Resolution: 72 lp/mm
Figure of Merit (FOM): 2,491
Equivalent Background Illumination (EBI): 0.71
Halo: 0.80
Photocathode Sensitivity: 2,545 µA/lm
Gain: 57,081
Performance observations:
The photograph demonstrates the tube’s ability to amplify available nighttime illumination while maintaining useful image detail across multiple distances and varying lighting conditions.
Of particular interest is the contrast between the moonlit ridgeline approximately one mile away and the darker vegetation in the foreground. Despite the uneven illumination, the image retains recognizable terrain features, vegetation patterns, and depth.
The tube’s high signal-to-noise ratio contributes to its ability to preserve usable detail under low-light conditions, while its resolution supports fine image definition.
Overall assessment:
This is a strong real-world example of passive Gen 3 night-vision performance in mountainous terrain under emerging moonlight.
No artificial infrared illumination was used. All visible detail was produced by the image intensifier amplifying naturally available nighttime light.
The photograph also represents an image captured through the PVS-14 eyepiece using a smartphone, rather than a direct representation of everything visible to the naked eye through the device. Actual visual performance may differ from what the camera records.

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew whether or not there were other good lenses out there for spherical photocathode ep33 variant tubes? I have an ATN Viper X-1, which is similar EP33SF to the Ghost Hunter but in white phosphor. I initially wrote it off because it has a 1x lens with a 20-degree FOV. I mounted it on a helmet recently and it is super fun with really low distortion, considering it's Gen 1. If I could get to even a 30-degree FOV, I could have a ton of fun with this tube but at the moment it is pretty hard to walk around with such a narrow fov.

There’s something about walking on an empty beach in the dark with no ambient noise other than waves crashing in

Sitting on a pier in Detroit at belle isle lookin at Canada land

Got it a while ago and found it under some stuff this weekend. Just wondering if anybody knows what it’s called so I can look it up. Seems like there are some parts missing. Maybe just a washer or two but I’d like to know how it’s supposed to work. Thanks.

I can’t seem to track down which thermal clip on this is? Assuming it is one and not NVG only. I figure one of you guys would know though.

I had a MUM14 (NT940) with a Photonis 4G tube (SNR 31.72). I've sold it a year ago and I started missing the capabilities of an IIT device while hunting wild boar. So I've decided to acquire a new NVG. In europe, NVG's are very expensive but I found a good deal for a PVS14 Pro from cold harbour supply. it has an ECHO tube (FOM 2175, SNR of 32.96, Res. 66lp, Gain 10'087). Will it perform just as good as the 4G I had previously? - The specs of the NT940 were pretty much the same.

I especially like the fact that it has a milspec noctis/fujinon lens and a milspec noctis/carson housing. The lens of the MUM14 didn't have the same edge to edge clarity as the fujinon lens should have (at least I hope so).

Bought this yesterday going to be using it for a bit but was looking into wether someone was dumb enough like me to buy one. I picked mine up for 1000 and it has a decent tube not as good as my old nnvt5 but still okay ive found a mount for it etc but trying to find if lens upgrades or housing swap are possible without taking apart worst case I just get a new mono (not in the budget atm) and give to my dad also of anyone needs an adapter to mount it on a g24 let me know