Vortex Optics
Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Dot
Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Dot
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A Genuine DeltaPoint Pro Footprint, at the Best Price in This Range.
The Vortex Venom® Enclosed Micro Red Dot gives you a fully enclosed, weatherproof pistol optic on the popular DeltaPoint Pro footprint — genuine Vortex reliability as your first step into a quality enclosed-emitter pistol dot.
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Bright red, fully enclosed emitter
Direct fit on compatible DPP-cut slides
CR2032, at setting 6
With battery, 47mm length
Product Overview
For those seeking reliable performance and functionality no matter how tough the conditions, the Venom® Enclosed Micro Red Dot features an easy-to-mount, closed design that shields against disruptions from rain, dust, or snow. With a large sight window, motion activation, and adjustable brightness, it delivers function, handling, speed, and accuracy in any shooting situation.
Built from durable 6061 aluminium with a low-glare matte black anodized finish, the housing is shockproof, fogproof, and waterproof. The design includes a side-load battery compartment for easy changes without having to re-zero the optic — genuinely useful when you don't want to disturb a dialled-in mount. It uses the popular DeltaPoint Pro mounting footprint and comes ready for installation with mounting screws, a custom tool, and a CR2032 battery.
The bright red dot is easy to see against any background, with 10 daylight-bright settings (the lowest two are night-vision compatible) and quick top-mounted adjustment buttons. Motion activation with a 10-minute auto-shutoff extends battery life to a genuine 20,000 hours at setting 6 on a single CR2032 — a dependable, no-drama entry point into enclosed-emitter pistol optics.
Key Features
Genuine sealed protection against rain, dust, debris and carbon fouling.
Direct mounting on DPP-cut slides, no adapter plate required.
Change the battery without removing the optic or disturbing zero.
8 daylight plus 2 night-vision compatible, controlled via top-mounted buttons.
Automatically powers on with motion; 10-minute shutoff conserves battery.
Distortion-free sight picture with genuinely true colours.
Best Applications
| Concealed Carry & Everyday Wear | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Duty & Defensive Use | ★★★★☆ |
| Competition & Range Use | ★★★☆☆ |
| Rifle Emergency Backup Sight | ★★★★☆ |
| Sight Window Size & Target Acquisition | ★★★☆☆ |
| Battery Life & Power Management | ★★★☆☆ |
| Weight & Balance | ★★★☆☆ |
| Weather, Dust & Debris Protection | ★★★★★ |
Which Micro Dot Optic Should You Buy?
Compare Vortex Pistol & Backup Dot Optics
| Model | Tier | Best Suited For | Weight & Battery Life | Noctis Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venom® Enclosed Micro Dot | Essential Level | First pistol dot on a genuine DeltaPoint Pro footprint, best price in this range | 50g, 20,000hrs | Best Value Entry |
| Defender-CCW™ | Professional | Concealed carry on sub- and micro-compact pistols — smallest, lightest option here | 27g, 9,500hrs | Best True Concealment |
| Defender-CCW™ Enclosed Solar | Professional | Concealed carry with dramatically longer runtime, still genuinely compact | 37g, 125,000hrs | Best CCW Battery Life |
| Defender-ST™ | Professional | General use — everyday carry, competition, and duty on a full-size pistol | 42g, 25,000hrs | Best Overall Balance |
| Defender-ST™ Enclosed Solar | Premium | Duty and competition use where exceptional battery efficiency and enclosed-emitter protection matter | 46g, 150,000hrs | Best Duty Battery Life |
| Defender-XL™ | Top Shelf | Competitive shooting — largest window and widest dot-size choice in this range | 55g, 25,000hrs | Best Competition Pick |
The genuine differentiator across this range isn't just price — it's window size, mounting footprint and battery technology. CCW uses the Shield RMSc footprint and is purpose-built for concealment; ST and XL share the DeltaPoint Pro footprint and step up window size and features; "Enclosed Solar" models use a completely different, heavier housing with a solar-assisted battery system, not simply a colour or dot-size option on the standard body.
Reticle & Sight Picture
The 3 MOA or 6 MOA bright red dot is genuinely easy to see against any background, tight enough at 3 MOA for precise work or fast-acquiring at 6 MOA for close-range speed — your choice depending on how you prioritise precision versus speed.
10 daylight-bright settings cover a wide range of lighting conditions, with the lowest two settings compatible with night vision devices for low-light use.
Reticle: 3 MOA or 6 MOA Dot | Colour: Bright Red
Technical Specifications & Mounting
| Specification | Venom® Enclosed Micro Dot |
|---|---|
| Optic Type | Enclosed Emitter Micro Red Dot |
| Magnification | 1× |
| Dot Size | 3 MOA or 6 MOA |
| Dot Colour | Bright Red |
| Eye Relief | Unlimited |
| Battery | CR2032 (included) |
| Battery Runtime | Up to 20,000 hours (setting 6) |
| Brightness Settings | 10 (8 daylight, 2 night-vision compatible) |
| Activation | Motion-activated with 10-minute auto-shutoff |
| Mounting Footprint | DeltaPoint Pro |
| Adjustment Graduation | 1 MOA |
| Travel Per Rotation | 40 MOA |
| Max Elevation Adjustment | 150 MOA |
| Max Windage Adjustment | 150 MOA |
| Parallax Setting | Parallax Free |
| Length | 47mm (1.84in) |
| Width | 32mm (1.27in) |
| Height | 30mm (1.20in) |
| Weight | 50g (1.75oz) with battery |
| Housing Material | 6061 aluminium, matte black anodized |
Metric-first presentation. Original Vortex values retained where applicable. Never infer missing specifications.
What's Included
For mounting screw installation and adjustment.
Protects the optic when not in use.
Covers typical DeltaPoint Pro-cut slide mounting.
For cleaning optical surfaces.
Included, ready to install.
Vortex VIP Warranty
Unlimited. Unconditional. Lifetime.
If a Vortex product becomes damaged or defective, Vortex will repair or replace it at no charge, subject to the official VIP Warranty terms.
No set time limit
Damage or defect covered
Not restricted to the first owner
Assistance through the local dealer or distributor
The warranty excludes loss, theft, deliberate damage, and cosmetic damage that does not affect performance.
Contact Noctis Africa and we will guide you through the applicable local support process.
Why Buy From Noctis Africa?
Our recommendations, specifications and buying advice are written for South African EDC users, sport shooters, tactical professionals, security users and pistol owners — not simply copied from overseas catalogues.
Local insight. Practical advice. Trusted equipment.
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