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Digital Camera World
Sebastian Oakley

Rewriting the rules of twilight with Hikmicro Habrok 4K

HIKMICRO Habrok 4k HE25L thermal imaging binoculars.

Twilight has always been a test. For the hunter, it’s a fleeting moment where clarity meets uncertainty - a final chance to act before the world fades to black. For the birdwatcher, it’s a time when nature softens into a symphony of silhouettes and subtle movement.

In both cases, the optics you carry either elevate your experience or leave you guessing in the dark. Enter the Hikmicro Habrok 4K - a digital and thermal binocular that doesn’t just rise to the challenge of low light, it rewrites the rulebook.

(Image credit: Hikmicro)

Built on Hikmicro’s reputation for precision and innovation, the Habrok 4K is a multi-spectrum powerhouse that’s equally at home on a deer stalk in the Highlands as it is tracking elusive owls through a quiet country wood. This is not about marketing hyperbole. It’s about performance in the moments that matter - whether that’s identifying a stag in the shadows or spotting a rare bird at dusk.

With 4K UHD colour imaging, a 22x digital zoom, and electronic image stabilisation (EIS), the Habrok 4K delivers rock-steady clarity even when your hands or conditions are anything but. Where standard 10x56 optics begin to falter as the sun dips, the Habrok 4K excels - offering a sharp, detailed, and vibrant window into the fading light.

Daylight? Crisp and vivid. Twilight? Textured and rich. Total darkness? No problem. Switch modes on the fly to move from full-colour daylight viewing to thermal imaging or near-infrared night vision, thanks to a detachable IR illuminator and an integrated thermal sensor (640×512, 20mK NETD). This is a tool for those who cover long ground and want to do it light - making it an all-in-one system with no compromise.

For hunters, the addition of a 1000-metre laser rangefinder ensures pinpoint precision, while nature watchers will appreciate the unobtrusive design and quiet switching between modes. No rustling lenses or lens caps. Just seamless adaptation as the light, and subject changes.

Every detail has been honed from user feedback: lightweight and compact (given the tech inside), with intuitive controls that fall naturally to hand. The ability to record video and audio is a bonus whether you’re documenting your stalk or capturing the fleeting call of a nightjar.

(Image credit: Hikmicro)

From April 22 to June 30, 2025, customers purchasing the Hikmicro Habrok 4K HE25L/LN 5.5-22x60 are eligible for the Bag the Deal, Share the Care promotion — a free binocular harness and a €1 donation to the International Council for Wildlife Conservation per purchase.

But a word of note: this isn’t a blanket global offer. The harness campaign is region-specific, with slight variations depending on local conditions and availability. Buyers in the UK and EU should consult the official Habrok 4K product page for local terms and eligibility.

Twilight used to be a compromise. With the Habrok 4K, it’s now an opportunity. Whether you're glassing for deer in the final five minutes or scanning a hedgerow for a barn owl, this is a tool that empowers rather than restricts.

The new Habrok HQ35L 4K model, launching May 2025, promises even more refinement - but for those ready to step into the next generation of field optics right now, the Habrok 4K is a compelling choice.

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