Florida Boating: RADAR vs. FLIR - Which is better for Florida Boaters?

[@johnmales8813]

Very well done. Well structured, professional and informative.

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you John!

[@williamwebberjr8045]

Awesome video; never knew of the flir tech on a boat. Going to look into further

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you William, it's extremely accessible, and provides incredible capability for nighttime or low visibility boating....

[@DrCrabfingers]

Well that was great video! You did that in one take I think...really interesting and informative. I've seen some FLIR images on other media platforms and wasn't exactly sure what I was looking at...I though they were just top of the range radar images...but know I understand. Thanks for the upload...subscribed!

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you for the feedback Stephen!

[@adamdonofrio2990]

Excellent information. Thank you

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you Adam! I appreciate the positive feedback!

[@waterbornemarinepublicatio8697]

I like the intent of your video, well spoken and edited! I think statements like radar works well in all conditions (certainly not true for pulse x band in rain unless the operator is highly skilled), and that a radar can see 40 - 50 miles are a little hazardous. Even at 45 metres (sorry - about 150ft scanner height), your radar horizon will only be in the order of 15 miles or so. Flat earthers will argue this, of course... 🙂 Enjoyed your video and agree with your conclusion for rec boaters!

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you! I look forward to updating this video with the Sionyx system also, considerably less cost than FLIR, performance is TBD.

[@jean-pierrebartier3114]

Do FLIR system will be good for offshore sailing?

[@MoviesSam]

Excellent video. Thanks

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you Sam!

[@dewaynegarrett8382]

Fantastic

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thank you Dewayne!

[@brianharris8055]

Hi does FLIR have a separate screen or incorporated on ordinary screen

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Incorporated into Garmin screens....

[@claudiof.barbano5530]

Is the Flir 100 series enough or is mandatory better M332 (or even M364 ) for sail catamaran (max 12-15 knots)

[@ChrisYachtSales]

If you do long distance cruising, go with the best FLIR you can afford....

[@claudiof.barbano5530]

@@ChrisYachtSales what do you think of SIONYX low light camera?

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Great Question @@claudiof.barbano5530 ! I'm preparing to do a video on Sionyx. My Summary: It offers 90% of the performance of FLIR, at 50% of the price. So, the value equation is VERY strong... It's an impressive technology.

[@claudiof.barbano5530]

I got the SIONYX, installed these dsys, ​@@ChrisYachtSales

[@jefferyallen9037]

Radar will never be replaced..

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thanks for your insights Jeffery, a lot of boaters agree with you!

[@jefferyallen9037]

Radar is the most important navigation tool on the vessel. Hands down no comparison

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thanks for your insights Jeffery, a lot of boaters agree with you!

[@csrboltfan2643]

Actually, the radar dome says "NIMRAG". Just sayin' .......

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Yes, reverse camera angle mistake.....

[@Eluderatnight]

Trick question LED lightbar is best. Flir wont pick up markers well. Radar is iffy. Radar+lightbar is best.

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Valid point! Thanks for your contribution.....

[@DougAlesUSA]

Sending out light at night so you can see something as you are ruining the natural night vision of other boat skippers on the water is a good way to have someone shoot at your LED light bar.

[@StinkyTeal]

Apples or oranges? Which are better for Florida boaters........

[@Obi1-KenBone-Me]

🤦‍♂️

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Oranges, Florida's #1 crop!

[@KMT15]

This makes no sense as a comparison. 99% of boats with a FLIR will have a radar. I will never have a boat without both of them again. Currently have 3 boats with radar and FLIR M364C

[@ChrisYachtSales]

Thanks for your input....

[@iversonjcameron]

Got any germanium lenses for your flir ?