Choosing between the Pilla Outlaw X6 and Outlaw X7 is one of the first decisions you’ll make when building a Pilla shooting glasses system.
Both platforms share the same core philosophy, ZEISS optical performance and access to many of the same filtration technologies. Neither platform is inherently better than the other. Instead, they offer different fit characteristics, lens compatibility and visual presentations.
This guide explains the key differences between the X6 and X7 platforms to help you decide which setup best suits your shooting style, face shape and personal preferences.
The platform forms the foundation of your entire Pilla setup.
It determines:
Once you’ve selected either the X6 or X7 platform, you can then choose compatible lens families and filtrations to build your system.
Think of the platform as the foundation, with lenses providing the performance tuning.
If you’re looking for a quick comparison:
Choose the X6 if you prefer:
Choose the X7 if you prefer:
For most shooters, either platform will perform exceptionally well. The choice typically comes down to how the glasses feel and sit on your face.
| Feature | X6 | X7 |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Presentation | More open and natural | More enclosed and focused |
| Lens Wrap | Balanced | Increased |
| Side Coverage | Excellent | Increased |
| Compatible Lens Families | Standard Outlaw, Top Gun, Vista | Standard Outlaw, Razor, Vista |
| Exclusive Arm Option | Copa Mundial | Edge |
| Overall Feel | Open and versatile | Closer fitting and more wrapped |
While both platforms are available with Standard Outlaw and Vista lenses, the differences above relate to the platform geometry itself rather than the lens family. Vista lenses provide additional coverage and a wider field of view on both platforms, while the X6 and X7 determine how that lens sits and wraps around the face.
It’s also worth noting that both platforms support standard Carbon and Tread arm options. The X6 additionally offers Copa Mundial arms for maximum adjustability, while the X7 can be paired with Edge arms for a streamlined profile that complements the Razor lens family.
The Outlaw X6 features a balanced lens geometry that provides excellent coverage while maintaining an open, natural visual presentation.
Many shooters describe the X6 as feeling open and natural. The lens sits comfortably within the field of view without creating an enclosed sensation, making it easy to track targets in a relaxed and unrestricted way.
Its balanced geometry also makes it adaptable across a wide range of face shapes and shooting disciplines.
The Outlaw X7 uses a more wrapped geometry to increase side coverage and create a more contained visual presentation.
Compared to the X6, the X7 creates a slightly more enclosed sight picture. The additional wrap brings the lens further around the sides of the face, which many shooters find helps reduce peripheral distraction and creates a more focused visual experience.
While the difference is noticeable, most shooters adapt comfortably to either platform.
Although both platforms offer Standard Outlaw and Vista lenses, each platform also has an exclusive lens family.
Top Gun lenses are exclusive to the X6 and provide additional coverage above and below the eye, making them particularly popular with shooters using prescription inserts.
Razor lenses are exclusive to the X7 and offer a lower-profile visual presentation with reduced lens height, creating a cleaner and more minimalist sight picture.
For some shooters, lens compatibility becomes the deciding factor when choosing between platforms, particularly if they already know which lens family they prefer.
| Lens Family | X6 | X7 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Outlaw | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vista | ✓ | ✓ |
| Top Gun | ✓ | ✗ |
| Razor | ✗ | ✓ |
If you are unsure which lens family best suits your needs, see our full Pilla Lens Family Guide.
If you’re still undecided, focus on how each platform feels and which lens families you want access to.
Choose the X6 if you value:
Choose the X7 if you value:
For the vast majority of shooters, both platforms provide an excellent foundation for building a high-performance Pilla system.
Q: Is one platform better than the other?
A: No. The X6 and X7 offer different fits and visual presentations, but neither platform is inherently better than the other.
Q: Which platform is more popular?
A: Both platforms are widely used across a range of shooting disciplines. The right choice depends more on personal preference than popularity.
Q: Can I use X6 lenses on an X7 frame?
A: No. Lenses are platform-specific and cannot be used interchangeably between X6 and X7.
Q: Which platform works with Vista lenses?
A: Vista lenses are available for both X6 and X7 platforms.
Q: Which platform works with Razor lenses?
A: Razor lenses are exclusive to the X7 platform. Their lower-profile design creates a cleaner, more minimalist sight picture that many shooters appreciate.
Q: Which platform works with Top Gun lenses?
A: Top Gun lenses are exclusive to the X6 platform. Their larger lens profile provides additional coverage and makes them particularly popular with prescription insert users.
Q: Does the X7 provide more coverage?
A: Yes. The X7’s increased wrap provides additional side coverage compared to the X6.
Q: Which platform has the more open visual presentation?
A: The X6 generally feels more open, while the X7 provides a slightly more enclosed feel due to its increased wrap.
Q: Which platform is best for first-time Pilla buyers?
A: Both are excellent options. Most new users choose the platform that feels most natural when worn.
If you’re still unsure which Pilla setup is right for you, our team is happy to help.
Contact our friendly gunshop by phone on 01242 870391 or email hello@iancoleycountry.co.uk for personalised advice based on your shooting discipline, typical conditions and budget.
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For the vast majority of shooters, both platforms provide an excellent foundation for building a high-performance Pilla system. The best choice is the one that feels most natural when worn and gives you access to the lens families that best suit your needs.
