The LightIR 16-180mm f/3.6 is a lightweight and compact continuous zoom MWIR lens for SWaP-limited applications such as tactical UAV gimbals. Optimized for smaller-size 10 µm pitch 640×480 VGA FPA detectors, it provides an ideal combination of size, weight, and range capabilities for advanced drone thermal imaging systems, and can detect vehicles at ranges of over 13 km.

The unique, highly efficient folded optics design provides long optical lengths, near diffraction-limit performance in harsh environments. Delivering sharp focus over the entire zoom range, the lens addresses critical challenges such as line-of-sight (LOS) stabilization and athermalization.