DNT Optics Zulus HD V2 3-12X Night Vision Scope

The ZHD312R-V2 is the 3-12x, rangefinder-equipped model in DNT’s ZULUS HD V2 line-up — a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor and 60Hz Micro-OLED display that stays sharp from full daylight through to genuine darkness, backed by a built-in IR-850nm illuminator for when there’s no light left to work with. A built-in 5–1,100-yard laser rangefinder and ballistic calculator turn a range reading into a holdover instantly, and the 21700 battery and glove-friendly magnification lever make it a genuine all-rounder. Same classic monocular body as its 5-20x sibling, but built around a wider 3-12x range for closer, faster target acquisition.

See it in action

Key features

• Sony STARVIS 2 sensor with ED glass lenses: 1920×1080 resolution at 60Hz, feeding a 60Hz 1920×1080 Micro-OLED display for a genuinely sharp, low-lag picture in daylight, dusk and into the dark.
• 3-12x digital magnification: A wider field of view than the 5-20x model, built for faster target acquisition at closer range.
• Built-in laser rangefinder: One-click ranging from 5 to 1,100 yards, with the result feeding straight into the ballistic calculator.
• Built-in ballistic calculator: Adjust settings directly on the device, or fine-tune ballistic profiles in more detail through the DNT App.
• IR-850nm illuminator, built in: No external illuminator required for full-dark conditions — it’s part of the scope.
• 21700 battery: Up to 10 hours of runtime per charge.
• Glove-friendly magnification lever: A traditional-style throw lever for quick zoom adjustments in the field.
• 65mm eye relief: Safer spacing and a more relaxed shooting posture, reducing fatigue and recoil impact over a long session.
• 32GB built-in memory and WiFi: Onboard recording with DNT app connectivity.
• IP67 waterproof and .50 BMG recoil rated: Built to keep working through weather and heavy-caliber recoil alike.

One-click laser rangefinding

Range a target with a single press, and the ZHD312R-V2 does the rest — the reading feeds directly into the on-device ballistic calculator so you’re not juggling a separate rangefinder and a mental drop chart. Real footage below: a deer at 27 yards, ranged and displayed instantly on screen.

Built-in illumination for when it’s genuinely dark

Unlike a purely ambient-light digital scope, the ZHD312R-V2 has a built-in IR-850nm illuminator, so you’re not left guessing once natural light runs out. Real IR footage below: feral hogs at night, clearly resolved with the illuminator doing the work.

Ballistics, calculated instantly

Dial in zero distance, muzzle velocity, caliber, bullet weight, ballistic coefficient, temperature and altitude, and the ZHD312R-V2 works out the holdover for you — on the device itself, or with more detailed profile management through the DNT App.

The sensor behind the sharpness

A Sony STARVIS 2 sensor feeding a 60Hz, 1920×1080 Micro-OLED display is what gives the ZHD312R-V2 its clarity across lighting conditions — the same sensor generation used in DNT’s higher-end digital scopes, in a more accessible package.

Ten hours a charge

A high-capacity 21700 battery gives the ZHD312R-V2 up to 10 hours of runtime per charge — more time in the field, less time worrying about a battery indicator.

Full specifications

Sensor & display
Sensor	Sony STARVIS 2, ED glass lenses
Sensor resolution	1920 × 1080 pixels
Sensor frame rate	60 Hz
Video record resolution	1920 × 1080 pixels
Display	Micro-OLED, 1920 × 1080, 60 Hz
Optics
Digital magnification	3–12x
Eye relief	65mm / 2.7″
Diopter adjustment	±3D
IR illuminator	Built-in, IR-850nm
Rangefinder & ballistics
Laser rangefinder range	5–1,000m / 5–1,100 yards
Ballistic calculator	Built-in, on-device or DNT App adjustment
Power & storage
Battery	21700 flat-top
Battery life	Up to 10 hours
Charging	5V USB Type-C
Onboard memory	32GB built-in
Connectivity	WiFi, DNT companion app
Physical
Net weight	522g / 18.4 oz
Dimensions	6.0 × 3.0 × 2.1 inches
Mounting	PMS Picatinny mount, 0 MOA short (included)
Waterproof rating	IP67
Operating temperature	−20 to 50°C / −4 to 122°F
Recoil rating	.50 BMG
Warranty	3 years with product registration

A closer look

Comfortable behind the glass, even on heavy recoil

65mm of eye relief gives safer spacing and a more relaxed shooting posture — the kind of margin that matters most on a hard-recoiling platform. Real photo below: the ZHD312R-V2 mounted on a large-format rifle, IR-850nm illuminator and 3-12x branding visible on the body.

What’s in the box

• ZHD312R-V2 scope
• PMS Picatinny mount, 0 MOA
• Eye cup
• Flip-up cover
• 2× 21700 flat-top batteries
• Charger
• 2× USB cables
• User manual
• Lens cleaning cloth
• Quick start guide

Who it’s for

Built for hunters who want a digital day-and-night scope that doesn’t stop working when the light does — the built-in IR illuminator, one-click rangefinder and on-device ballistic calculator make it a genuine all-rounder for stalking game from last light through full dark. The wider 3-12x range suits closer cover and faster-moving targets better than the 5-20x model, without needing a separate illuminator or handheld rangefinder.

Warranty

Covered by DNT Optics’ 3-year warranty with product registration.