Steiner Optics Predator 4S 4-16x44 Riflescope
- Objective Lens Diameter: 44 mm
- Night vision: No
- Product Style: Rifle Scopes
- Material Type: Aluminum
Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, lightweight hunting scope with useful parallax range for thermal attachments, though one buyer found the actual length ran longer than advertised.
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ASIN: B0CTJ35QCHModel: Predator 4SCategory: Rifle Scopes
Overview
The Steiner Predator 4S is a 4-16x44mm hunting riflescope built on a 30mm tube, with a second focal plane illuminated E3 reticle and 11 brightness settings.
Steiner markets it as one of the shortest and lightest 4-16x hunting scopes in its class, at 10.9 inches and just over 18 ounces, though one buyer measured their unit closer to 11 3/8 inches and flagged the mismatch on a scope at this price. The parallax compensation has a wide adjustment range meant to work with thermal imaging attachments.
- 4-16x44mm second focal plane riflescope
- 30mm tube, listed at 10.9 inches and just over 18 ounces
- Illuminated E3 reticle with 11 brightness settings
- Parallax compensation built for thermal imaging attachments
Who it's for
Suits hunters who want a compact, lightweight 4-16x scope for varied field conditions, including use with clip-on thermal units. Buyers who need exact published dimensions to match a specific mount or case should verify length before ordering.
Pros and cons
- Wide parallax adjustment range works with thermal clip-on attachments
- 11 brightness settings on the illuminated E3 reticle
- Rated for a -13F to +145F operating range
- One buyer measured it longer than advertised
- Reticle only holds true at one zoom setting
Performance notes
The wide parallax compensation range is built to work with thermal imaging attachments while keeping the rifle's weight balanced for tracking moving game. The scope is rated fogproof and waterproof across a -13F to +145F operating range, and the illuminated E3 reticle offers 11 brightness settings for varying light.
Specifications
| Brand | Steiner |
|---|---|
| Model | Predator 4S |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 44 mmhigher than 62% of 309 rifle scopes |
| Item Weight | 1.12 poundslower than 60% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Scope |
| Other details | |
| Night vision | No |
| Product Style | Rifle Scopes |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Item Type Name | Scope |
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Steiner Predator 4S?
Steiner lists it at 10.9 inches, though one buyer measured their unit at about 11 3/8 inches.
Is this scope built to work with thermal attachments?
Yes, its parallax compensation has a wide adjustment range specifically meant for use with clip-on thermal imaging units.
What is the reticle's brightness range?
The illuminated E3 reticle offers 11 brightness settings.