Price range: $1,799.00 through $2,399.00
New for 2026 The Guide Nova thermal scope brings cutting‑edge sensor technology, long‑range detection, and rugged field durability together in one elite optic. Designed for serious shooters, it delivers crisp thermal detail and rapid target acquisition in the toughest environments. Whether scanning, tracking, or taking the shot, the Nova series delivers reliable thermal performance in any terrain.
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The Guide Nova N435 and Guide Nova N225 are designed for different hunting styles. The N435 is aimed at hunters who need extra detection distance, higher image detail, and better identification capability across open country. The N225 focuses on portability, wider field of view, and value, making it well suited to typical pest control distances for foxes, rabbits, and general property management.
Choosing the right thermal rifle scope comes down to matching performance with the type of hunting you do. Australian hunters face a wide range of conditions, from open farming country and long paddocks to dense scrub, timber, and mixed terrain where fast target acquisition matters.
Both models share the Nova platform’s lightweight magnesium alloy construction, AI-assisted image processing, AMOLED display, replaceable battery system, and rugged field-focused design. The main difference is how they perform when the conditions, terrain, and shooting distances change.
The best Guide Nova scope depends on the environment you hunt in and the animals you are targeting.
The Guide Nova N435 is built for hunters who want extended detection range, higher sensor resolution, and more target detail without stepping into the weight and bulk of a full‑size thermal scope. It uses a 400×300 @12μm VOx sensor with ≤20mK NETD, giving it excellent sensitivity for spotting animals in low‑contrast conditions such as fog, drizzle, or warm nights. Paired with a 35mm F1.0 lens, the N435 reaches detection distances up to 1800–1950 yards, depending on the source, making it ideal for open-country shooters who need early awareness of movement at long range.
– High-resolution 400×300 sensor delivers noticeably sharper detail than entry-level thermals, especially on fur texture, antlers, and body definition.
– ≤20mK NETD ensures strong performance in difficult thermal environments where cheaper sensors wash out.
– 35mm F1.0 germanium lens balances magnification and field of view, giving a practical 3.3× base mag with digital zoom up to 13.2×.
– 0.39″ 1024×768 AMOLED display provides crisp contrast and reduces eye fatigue during long sessions.
– Smooth 50Hz refresh rate keeps moving targets fluid and easy to track.
– Recoil‑activated video recording
– Built‑in microphone for audio capture
– 32GB internal memory
– Wi‑Fi (2.4G/5G) for app control and fast file transfer
– Magnesium alloy housing keeps weight around 500g, maintaining rifle balance.
– Replaceable 18500 battery system plus internal battery offers up to 7.5 hours runtime.
– Rugged, compact, and designed for real‑world field abuse.
– Long‑range hunting
– Open farmland, plains, and hill country
– Shooters who want premium clarity without stepping into 640‑class pricing
– Users who value recording features and app connectivity
The Guide Nova N225 is the lightweight, budget‑friendly member of the Nova lineup, designed for hunters who want a compact thermal scope with strong performance at typical Australian hunting distances. It uses a 256×192 @12μm sensor with <25mK NETD, giving it solid sensitivity for its class while keeping the price and weight down. Despite its smaller sensor, the N225 still delivers a 1000m detection range, making it more than capable for foxes, pigs, and general pest control.
Its 25mm F1.0 lens provides a wider field of view than the N435, making it easier to scan dense scrub, timber, or close‑range terrain.
– 256×192 sensor optimized for close‑ to mid‑range hunting.
– <25mK NETD improves contrast in low‑visibility conditions.
– 25mm F1.0 lens offers a wider FOV for fast target acquisition in tight environments.
– 0.39″ 1024×768 AMOLED display shared across the Nova series for consistent clarity.
– 50Hz refresh rate ensures smooth motion tracking.
– Recoil‑activated photo/video recording
– Built‑in audio
– Wi‑Fi app control
– Magnesium alloy body weighing just over 500g, extremely compact and well‑balanced.
– Replaceable 18500 battery system for extended field use.
– Durable, weather‑resistant construction suitable for harsh hunting environments.
– Close‑ to mid‑range hunting
– Foxes, rabbits, pigs, and general pest control
– Hunters wanting a lightweight, affordable thermal with premium features
– Dense bush, scrub, and mixed terrain where FOV matters more than magnification
In Australian hunting conditions, the difference between these two scopes becomes most noticeable when terrain and distance change.
The Guide Nova N435’s larger 400×300 sensor provides more image information, which helps hunters pick up finer details such as body shape, movement, and animal features at extended distances. This advantage is especially useful across open paddocks, grazing properties, and hill country where animals may be detected long before a conventional optic would reveal them.
The Guide Nova N225 takes a different approach. Its 256×192 sensor combined with a 25mm lens creates a wider viewing window, making it easier to scan areas quickly. This can be a major advantage when hunting in Australian bush, creek lines, scrub, or timber where animals suddenly appear.
For many property-based hunters, the N225 will provide everything needed for regular pest control. Hunters who regularly glass large areas or need extra identification distance will appreciate the additional capability of the N435.
| Feature | Guide Nova N435 | Guide Nova N225 |
| Sensor | 400×300 @12μm | 256×192 @12μm |
| NETD | idth=”192″>≤20mK | <25mK |
| Lens | 35mm F1.0 | 25mm F1.0 |
| Detection Range | 1800–1950 yd | 1000 m |
| Base Magnification | 3.3× | Lower, wider FOV |
| Best For | Long‑range, open country | Close/mid‑range, bush terrain |
| Weight | ~500g | ~500g |
| Recording | Yes | Yes |
Thermal sensor resolution is one of the biggest differences between the Guide Nova N435 and N225.
The N435’s 400×300 sensor captures more thermal information, which helps create a more detailed image when scanning animals at longer distances. This additional detail can make it easier to determine what you are looking at before deciding whether to take a shot.
The N225’s 256×192 sensor still provides strong performance for its size and price range. At common Australian pest-control distances, it offers enough detail for detecting foxes, rabbits, and pigs while maintaining a compact design and wider field of view.
Higher resolution is not always the only advantage. The best choice depends on whether your hunting requires maximum range or faster scanning in closer terrain.
For fox control around Australian farms and rural properties, both scopes are suitable. The N225 is a practical choice for typical spotlight-style hunting distances, while the N435 provides extra confidence when foxes are detected across large paddocks or open country.
The N225 is particularly well suited to rabbit control where hunters often need to scan quickly and cover large numbers of areas. Its wider field of view helps locate movement in closer terrain.
Hunters targeting feral pigs may benefit from the N435’s additional image detail and detection capability, especially when operating across larger properties where early detection is valuable.
The Guide Nova N435 and N225 are designed for different types of Australian hunters rather than competing directly against each other.
The N435 is the better choice for hunters who need maximum capability across open country, larger properties, and longer detection distances.
The N225 is the smarter choice for hunters wanting a compact, versatile thermal scope for everyday pest control, bush hunting, and shorter-range shooting.
For most Australian property hunters, the N225 delivers excellent value. For hunters who regularly push distance and want the best possible identification capability from the Nova range, the N435 is worth the upgrade.
We ship the Guide Nova N453 and Guide Nova N225 thermal scopes Australia wide via registered express postage. Areas we ship to include, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Western Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and Tasmania.
Please contact us on 0412294679 or via the contact page if you have any questions
Afterdark Surveillance is a registered supplier of military spec products for the Australian Police, Military, Security and General public. We are also a fully registered DECS client (Defence Export Controls) with the Defence Department for import and export of military products.
Afterdark Surveillance is an Australia based family owned business located in Adelaide South Australia. We have been in the security surveillance business for over 15 years and pride ourselves on good customer service, value for money and honesty. We have a great working relationship with our suppliers of Browning, Reconyx, Swift, Pulsar, Pard, Guide, Flir, HikMicro, Sionyx and DJI and can pass that knowledge and experience onto you our customers.
| Product Type | Nova N435, Nova N225 |
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