When thermal gear gets reviewed, it’s usually from a lookout point or a quick backyard scan. That’s not how we operate.
The Nocpix Nova H35R was tested on a live pig eradication operation on a working Hunter Valley property — long nights, heavy heat in the ground, unsettled weather, and active sounders causing ongoing damage. This wasn’t a controlled demo. This was real pest control, where equipment either performs or gets exposed very quickly.
The Job: Hunter Valley Pig Control
The property was experiencing consistent pig movement around cattle feedlots and creek systems, with fresh rooting and increased pressure on livestock areas. Feeders had only been active for a short period, yet pig activity was already well established.
Operations were conducted entirely at night, with storms rolling through and high residual ground temperatures — conditions that quickly separate average thermal units from serious performers.
This is where the Nova H35R stood out.
Deployed on the Ghosteye Electric Scanner
The Nova H35R we ran it on our Ghosteye electric scanning platform — our dedicated remote thermal scanner, similar in concept to a SpidaBot-style setup.
Mounted to the Ghosteye, the Nova H35R delivered:
- Smooth, stable scanning across large paddocks
- Rapid target acquisition without image stutter
- Excellent detail when tracking moving sounders
This setup allowed us to scan continuously while keeping operators off the rifle until positive identification was made — a major advantage when working around livestock and infrastructure.
The Nova H35R integrated seamlessly into this workflow.
Thermal Performance Where It Matters
The 35mm lens proved to be an ideal balance for pig eradication work.
- Wide enough to scan feedlots and open ground efficiently
- Narrow enough to clearly identify pigs at distance
- Strong heat separation, even over disturbed soil and warm terrain
Pigs were easily distinguished from cattle, fence lines, and background heat — even when moving through timber edges and recently worked ground. Sounders were picked up early, allowing planned approaches rather than rushed reactions.
That early detection is the difference between observing pigs… and removing pigs.
Live Streaming to iPad – A Massive Win
One standout feature was live streaming via the Nocpix App to an iPad.
Unlike many other brands, where you lose around 10–15% of the image due to cropping or poor scaling, the Nova H35R filled the entire iPad screen edge-to-edge.
This made a genuine difference in the field:
- No wasted screen space
- Improved situational awareness
- Easier communication between operators
- Faster decision-making during active engagements
When multiple people are monitoring movement in real time, having the full thermal image — not a cropped version — is a huge advantage.
Built-In Rangefinder: Practical, Not a Gimmick
The integrated laser rangefinder quickly became part of the workflow.
Being able to range pigs instantly across open ground helped with ethical shot decisions, confident target selection, and faster follow-up planning when sounders broke.
It removed guesswork and kept engagements controlled and deliberate.
Real-World Results
- Multiple sounders located and engaged
- Clear identification in every scenario
- Zero confusion with livestock
- Reliable performance through heat and unsettled weather
The Nova H35R ran faultlessly — no freezing, no lag, no image washout. Exactly what you want when you’re relying on equipment to deliver outcomes, not excuses.
Final Verdict: Built for Real Pest Control
The Nocpix Nova H35R isn’t designed for casual scanning — it’s built for serious pest control operations.
If you’re managing pig problems on rural or agricultural properties, running night operations around livestock, using remote or electric scanning platforms, and needing reliable live-streaming with clear identification, this unit delivers where it counts.
We don’t test gear in perfect conditions.
We test it where pigs are actively causing damage — and the Nova H35R proved it belongs in the field.
Should you buy a Nocpix Nova H35R?
100%! it's an awesome little unit - and for the price gives anyone looking for a solid, heavy hitting thermal tool, confidence in their target acquisition.
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