{"product_id":"gtguard-clearview-c210-phone-thermal-camera","title":"GTGUARD ClearView C210 Thermal Imager for Android, 256×192, 8× Zoom, USB-C","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe GTGUARD ClearView C210 is a 26 g thermal imager that plugs into an Android phone over USB-C. It uses a 256×192 infrared sensor with super-resolution processing to 512×384, and it is designed for seeing heat signatures in darkness, smoke and bad weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e256×192 sensor with 512×384 super-resolution output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e≤40 mK sensitivity and 8× zoom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26 g and pocket-sized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicture-in-picture and selectable crosshair cursor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C, Android\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfrared sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256×192\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper-resolution output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512×384\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal sensitivity (NETD):\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤40 mK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 8×\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 26 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e picture-in-picture, selectable crosshair cursor (lockable or movable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Android phone via USB-C, using the companion app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the specs mean in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObservation first.\u003c\/strong\u003e The C210 is built around seeing heat signatures: people, animals, vehicles and warm objects against a cooler background. Its strengths are sensitivity, zoom and a crosshair that you can lock or move.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper-resolution.\u003c\/strong\u003e The sensor is 256×192. Super-resolution processing reduces noise, sharpens edges and boosts brightness and contrast, and outputs a 512×384 picture on your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZoom and picture-in-picture.\u003c\/strong\u003e 8× zoom brings distant subjects closer. Picture-in-picture lets you keep a wide view while you study a detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can use it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal observation:\u003c\/strong\u003e find wildlife and pets in the dark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e night walks and camping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSearch and rescue support:\u003c\/strong\u003e look for people in low visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity patrols:\u003c\/strong\u003e scan grounds and perimeters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho should look elsewhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour main goal is detailed inspection and temperature measurement. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thermal-master-p3-smartphone-thermal-camera\"\u003eThermal Master P3\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/handheld-thermal-cameras\"\u003ehandheld camera\u003c\/a\u003e suits that work better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use an iPhone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/noyafa-nf-588e-smartphone-thermal-imager\"\u003eNOYAFA NF-588E\u003c\/a\u003e: a 10 mm lens with a narrow 17.5° × 13.2° view for more reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gtguard-ai15-thermal-monocular\"\u003eGTGUARD AI15\u003c\/a\u003e: a standalone monocular with a built-in display and 12-hour battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips for better results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan slowly. Heat signatures are easiest to pick out once sun-warmed surfaces have cooled, so dusk and pre-dawn work best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass blocks thermal imaging, so you cannot view through a windshield or window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFog and heavy rain shorten effective range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever point it at the sun or another intense heat source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does super-resolution do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt improves noise, edge sharpness, brightness and contrast, and outputs a 512×384 picture from the 256×192 sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it see in complete darkness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It detects heat, not light, so it works in total darkness, through smoke and in poor weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need its own battery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It powers from the connected phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with an iPhone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This model is for Android phones with USB-C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for building inspections?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can show large heat patterns, but it is designed for observation. A handheld thermal camera is better for measurement work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest-fit applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMobile thermal observation and building inspections. Check the native sensor resolution, lens and device compatibility to decide whether this model fits your intended working distance and target size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the specifications above and confirm compatibility with your equipment. Image enhancement is not the same as native infrared sensor resolution. Contact ThermalVisionPlus if you need help comparing models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExplore our thermal imaging buying guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/home-inspection-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ehome inspection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/thermal-camera-electrical-inspection-guide\"\u003eelectrical inspection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/phone-vs-handheld-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ephone versus handheld comparison\u003c\/a\u003e to compare specifications and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GTGUARD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274759483563,"sku":"THERM-041","price":551.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6244\/6763\/files\/5.jpg?v=1792111908","url":"https:\/\/thermalvisionplus.com\/products\/gtguard-clearview-c210-phone-thermal-camera","provider":"ThermalVisionPlus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}