A number of commercial models of macrobinoculars are on the market, but a new innovation is becoming quite popular. Some manufacturers have begun releasing combination macrobinocular/holorecording units. Prior to the introduction of these "duel function units," users had to scomp-link the macrobinoculars into a holorecording unit, often resulting in software incompatabilities and glitches: the finished recording was often flawed.
The new device retains the functions of a standard macrobinocular set, including range and targeting information (on all but the cheapest models), but it adds the ability to store a holographic recording of anything seen through the viewfinder. With the sensor attachments available, sensor data can be stored and recorded on the macrobinocular's recording unit.
Unfortunately, the cost of these devices is fairly high. Miniaturized holographic technology is expensive, and only those who can afford "the best" tend to own these units. |