Laser rangefinders are helpful tools for a variety of
recreational and professional outdoor activities. As you shop for a laser
rangefinder or rangefinder accessories, you’ll notice a wide range of price
points and design features to suit all budgets and needs.
Features to Look for in a Laser Rangefinder
Your laser rangefinder should be as accurate as possible,
with a range sufficient for your specific activities. It should also provide a
functional magnification level for viewing your target clearly.
Slope Compensation
Slope compensation helps you adjust the distance reading for
the effects of slope. This is most helpful for golfers.
Vibration Alert
Vibration alert is a feature that vibrates the rangefinder
when it’s successfully locked onto a target.
Eyepiece Focus
If you require corrective lenses, then eyepiece focus is a
helpful feature so you can adjust the focus of the rangefinder's eyepiece for
more precise viewing.
Durable Accessory Rangefinders for Every Application
Whether you’re in the market for a handheld scope for golf
or a binocular scope for hiking, brands like Bushnell,
Nikon,
Leica,
and Bresser
provide high-quality optics that stand up well to constant use and adverse
weather.
How Does a Laser Rangefinder Work?
A laser rangefinder works by transmitting a narrow laser
beam and measuring the time it takes for the beam to reflect back to the
device. The rangefinder calculates the distance to the object through
multiplying the speed of light by the time it takes for the beam to travel to
the object and back.
How Accurate Are Laser Rangefinders?
High-quality laser rangefinders are very accurate within a
couple of feet. Most models have a standard deviation of about one yard. As a
result they’re not ideal for precision measurements, but they work well for
estimating distances. Adverse weather can also reduce laser rangefinder
accuracy.
What’s the Difference Between a Rangefinder and a Laser Rangefinder?
While rangefinders and laser rangefinders work similarly on
a conceptual level, they achieve measurements differently. Rangefinders use a
beam of light to measure distance, while a laser rangefinder uses a laser beam.
Laser rangefinders are more accurate than rangefinders, but they are also more
expensive.
What Can You Use a Laser Rangefinder For?
You can use a laser rangefinder for a variety of athletic
and professional purposes. The most common uses for laser rangefinders include
surveying, strategizing in golf, stargazing, construction, navigation,
orienteering, and search and rescue.
