Sightmark introduces new optics line at IWA 2026
IWA OutdoorClassics 2026 – Sightmark's new riflescopes, prism sights, binoculars, and digital sights make their debut on the European market in Nuremberg
Sightmark introduces new optics line at IWA 2026
The 2026 edition of IWA OutdoorClassics – held in Nuremberg, Germany, at the end of February – saw Sightmark display their full line of new products for 2026, anticipating the start of their availability on the European market.
The European market has become increasingly important for Sightmark in the past few years, as European hunters and sport shooters have grown fond of the quality levels that Sightmark's current product line can ensure while remaining competitively priced.
On display at IWA 2026 were the Strikon VMP 1-4x22 and the new Strikon FMP 1x18 prism sights; the Presidio 1-10 CRED riflescope and Solitude XD 8x42 and 10x42 binoculars; and the new Shade mini-thermal sight. Some of these are already in distribution, while others will hit retailers further down the year.
Sightmark Strikon VMP 1-4x22 prism sight
First announced back in November 2025, the Strikon VMP 1-4x22 prism sight is still Sightmark's flagship new product for 2026.
A true variable prism sight with a finely adjustable magnificaton that goes from a true 1x all the way down to 4x, easy to operate thanks to the factory-issued throw-lever, the Strikon VMP ensures adaptability to a wide array of shooting situations, particularly when using modern sporting rifles or patrol rifles, which makes it an ideal cost-effective, rugged and practical choice for sport shooting – chiefly practical shooting competitions – and law enforcement applications.
The 1-4x22 Strikon VMP is built on a 6061-T6 chassis, and at its heart is a second focal plane CRF-4 MIL-based fiber-wire reticle whose dimensions remain constant regardless of magnification setting, ensuring visibility, easy target acquisition and usability especially in low light conditions.
IWA 2026 saw the Sightmark Strikon VMP 1-4x22 prism sight being showcased with a new accessory – a Piggyback mount utilizing an Aimpoint Micro footprint to mount on the optic and featuring a top GLOCK MOS interface.
The Strikon VMP 1-4x22 already comes with integral Picatinny rails for offset or piggyback micro red dot sights; the new Piggyback mount was designed to allow use of those MRDS models that do not come with a Picatinny mount, such as many modern pistol red dot sight models. Once the Piggyback mount slides on to the Strikon VMP 1-4x22 and the shooter has installed his favorite risers to set the sight to his or her preferred height, installing any micro red dot sight is as easy as using the proper adapter plate.
The Sightmark Strikon VMP 1-4x22 prism sight sells in Europe at a MSRP of €419.99.
Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 prism sight
A compact, fixed-magnification version of the VMP model, the new Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 micro prism sight was designed for those hunters, sport shooters and law enforcement operators who require the short-to-medium range 1x capabilities and target acquisition speed of a red dot sight, and the dependable clarity of an etched-glass optic.
Built on a compact and lightweight 6061 aluminum alloy chassis, the Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 micro prism sight can withstand recoil up to 1000G of energy – making it ideal for use on the vast majority of hunting, modern sport shooting, and patrol rifles – and offers a wild field of view along with the highly capable RTR-1 rapid targeting reticle, illuminated in red or green, designed for quick alignment, accurate shot placement and distance compensation in close-to-mid-range engagements.
Powered by a single CR2032 battery, the Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 micro prism sight offers twelve powerful brightness settings, the lowest three being fully compatible with night vision devices. The built-in Shake-Awake technology powers up the illumination system when motion is detected, and automatically shuts it down after ten minutes to save power.
The Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 micro prism sight comes issued with a set of rubberized lens covers, a lens cloth, a kill-flash device, a Torx key, and a set of risers with their relevant mounting screws to allow users to set the height and co-witnessing of their Strikon FMP depending on their needs, preferences, and to the presence of other sighting devices such as flip-up sights or flip-to-side magnifiers.
A Picatinny rail mount is also issued; the Sightmark Strikon FMP 1x18 micro prism sight, however, with its Aimpoint Micro footprint, supports direct installation.
MSRP for the European market is set at a very affordable €299.99.
Sightmark Presidio 1-10x26 CRED riflescope
Designed for mid-to-long range sport shooting applications, hunting, and law enforcement, the 1-10x26 CRED LPVO expands the Sightmark Presidio line of riflescopes with an entry whose dependable ruggedness in unpredictable environments makes it a great choice for those situations where every detail and every second counts.
The Sightmark Presidio 1-10x26 CRED LPVO is based on a second focal plane CRED-10 reticle, featuring a crisp, daylight-bright 3 MOA dot illuminated by a hybrid fiber-wire and LED system for superior brightness and clarity without excessive glare or reticle washout. The reticle size remains consistent through the entire magnification range for fast reference and intuitive holdovers under stress.
The wide 1-10x magnification range of the new Sightmark Presidio 1-10x26 CRED riflescope enables rapid target engagement from point-blank to extended mid-range distances, making it ideal for both CQB and precision applications.
A tool-less throw lever with aggressive knurling provides an enhanced grip for lightning-fast magnification changes, even in wet conditions, when wearing gloves, or in the dark; while a set of exposed low-profile turrets offers precise 1/10 MIL adjustments and lock securely to prevent accidental movement, ensuring dependable zero retention.
MSRP for the European markets is set at €599.99.
Sightmark Solitude XD 8x42 and 10x42 binoculars
New for 2026, the Sightmark Solitude line of binoculars expands with the launch of two 8x42 and 10x42 variants featuring a premium XD class optical system and fully multi-coated lenses for razor-sharp images, with over 85% light transmission, ensuring crisp visibility at dawn and dusk.
The Sightmark Solitude XD binoculars are designed and built to deliver superior clarity, durability, and low-light performance for serious hunters, outdoors and boating enthusiasts, and many more. With their wide field of view, the Solitude XD binoculars make tracking game effortless, while the resettable diopter zero and large central focus dial provide fast, precise adjustments.
Built for the toughest conditions, these IPX7 waterproof, nitrogen-purged binoculars resist fog and moisture while maintaining a lightweight, ergonomic design for all-day comfort, enabling its users to see farther and hunt or navigate smarter.
Featuring a phase-corrected, dielectric-coated prism, the new Sightmark Solitude XD 8x42 and 10x42 binoculars maximize brightness and contrast with over 85% light transmission, giving reliable clarity in low-light environments.
A large central focus dial enables smooth, precise focusing even when wearing gloves or when operating blindly and instinctively, as it's often the case in critical rapid target acquisition situations, while the resettable diopter zero allows users to customize focus to individual eyes and allows quick return to personal settings for consistent clarity.
Standing at only 24 oz (680 grams approx.) in overall weight, the Sightmark Solitude XD 8x42 and 10x42 binoculars are lightweight all-rounder instruments built for all-day comfort without compromising strength or optical performance, ideal for anyone who treats glassing as a skill, not a hobby.
MSRP on the European market is set at €424.99.
Sightmark Shade mini thermal sight
New for 2026, Sightmark introduces the Shade mini thermal sight – a capable instrument for short-to-medium-range hunting and shooting, particularly for hog hunting and cattle protection.
Built around a rugged alloy chassis and featuring a 256x192 resolution 12µm thermal sensor with a <50mK NETD, a 8x digital zoom, and a FLCOS LCD display with a resolution of 1280x720, the new Sightmark Shade 256 2-16x15 and 3.5-28x30 compact thermal riflescopes offers high quality images with multiple color palettes for enhanced contrast and identification, as well as a selection of ten different reticles in nine colors and five embedded weapon profiles for maximum adaptability to any engagement range, type of firearm, or mode of use.
Powered by two CR123A batteries and also compatible with external 5V power sources via a USB port, the new Sightmark Shade compact thermal riflescopes can operate at extreme temperatures (-4° to 144°F, or -20 to 50°C) and feature a built-in recording capability, with sound, and compatibility with 256 Gb memory cards for full documentation of all encounters.
Rated IP65 for resistance to dust and water, the Sightmark Shade mini thermal sights give users an edge in night-time hunting and response, whether from a blind, vehicle, or on foot.
MSRP for the European market is set at €924.99 for the 2-16x15 model and at €1129.99 for the 3.5-28x30 model.
