Nikon LaserCaddy 500G Laser Rangefinder
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| Model | 8351 | | Producer | Nikon | | Media | Electronics | | Catalog | Photography | | Rank | 6217 | | List Price | US$0.00 |
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Reviews:| Rating 4.5/5 from 50 reviews | | Excellent value rangefinder | | Rating: 5/5 2009-06-09 | | This is my first auto-type distance unit for golf. I was trying to decide between a rangefinder and gps. Finally, opted for the Nikon 500G unit. Excellent value and accurate. Good decision. On the course, we make distance comparisons with other golfers using GPS. The Nikon is right on. Yes, there are times when it may be a bit difficult to pin point the distance in the X-hairs, but it becomes obvious if you compare the proximity of the yardage markers, ie. a 150 yardage marker vs. a rangefinder reading of "210" (which could be the tree behind the flag). Try again and get the "155" reading to the flag. Anyone who uses this for anything over 225 yds + better be a scratch golfer in the first place. I found it even better than GPS for some instances, especially for reading to certain spots on the course that may not be mapped on a GPS unit. | | After a year . . . | | Rating: 5/5 2009-06-09 | | After a year, I'd rather give up my driver than my Nikon Caddy. Less damage to my game. I know exactly how far I hit wedges and short irons (when hit well). Thus knowing precise distances lets me hit away--no deceleration caused by indecision. As for the criticism of shakey hands, I've learned to "sweep" the flag (or other target) to get background readings and closer flag readings. So if I get readings of 213, 187, 133, 189 I know the longer ones are background and the shorter one is likely to be the flag. Takes some practice, but I also use the Nikon to measure and rate courses for my state's golf association. One other benefit I haven't seen mentioned: The size is small enough that you can bring the Caddy to your eye without moving (or removing) the brim of your hat or visor. Can't tell you what a pain it is with a larger finder. Am about to replace the battery even though it shows a half charge. Don't think I'll ever be tempted by a GPS alternative. Highly recommend this beauty! But I lost the case. Oh well. | | Built strong and accurate | | Rating: 5/5 2009-03-18 | | It's been tossed around, dropped, and rained on and it still is accurate. After two seasons I'm still on the original battery. Great product. | | Excellent Rangefinder, but price went up too much.. | | Rating: 5/5 2008-03-11 | | I bought this rangefinder in Nov. 2007. I paid only $214 with free shipping. Now it is $320 plus shipping & handling. For me it was a best buy, but may not for new buyers. However I am very pleased with the quality of the product. | | Accurate and lightweight | | Rating: 5/5 2008-02-26 | | This rangefinder does all I ask of it. It is lightweight. It fits on my belt so it's with me all the time and doesn't interfere with my shots. It sometimes will not give a distance if there is no wind so you can't see the flag but that is quite rare. It is also very useful for getting distances to hazards e.g. focus on a nearby tree, get the distance and choose your club. Well worth the money! |
Editorials:Product DescriptionThe LASER 500G makes quick, high-accuracy measurements as easy as aiming at your target and pressing the button. It is especially well suited for measuring the distance to the pin on golf greens. The LASER 500G features the innovative First Target Priority function. This function selects from multiple results obtained with a single measurement to display the range to the nearest target - such as when measuring the distance to the pin on a green with woods in the background.
Amazon.com ReviewAmazon.com Review If you can think of no more perfect day than one that you've spent on the links, you’ve met your perfect match in Nikon’s newest product. The Nikon LaserCaddy golf rangefinder is the ultimate tool that should be found in every golfer’s bag or shirtpocket. The LaserCaddy delivers high resolution images and incredibly fast, highly precise and consistent distance measurements to the hard-to-range pin. A must-have for second club selection, the LaserCaddy’s unequaled level of precision is made possible by Nikon’s advanced digital processor and high grade optics. The LaserCaddy is water resistant so that weather is never an excuse. Ease of operation makes this the best choice for any golfer who is serious about their game. You’ve worked hard on your game. Trust Nikon to help you make it the best it can be.  | | The water-resistant Nikon LaserCaddy 500G Laser Rangefinder is ultra-compact and convenient to carry, measuring only 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches and weighing 7.0 ounces without its battery. |
The Nikon LaserCaddy is a highly compact laser rangefinder that will accurately measure distance from 11 yards to over 500 yards with unparalleled precision. It provides 160 yard ranging ability to the pin which is a golf constant, compared to competitive products which measure distance only to the highly variable and atmospherically dependent flag. This previously unachievable level of precision is made possible by Nikon's advanced digital processor and high grade optics. These features allow all golfers to gauge distance more precisely for accurate second shot club selection under informal conditions or during practice. The Nikon LaserCaddy features precisely ground and polished lens glass that is multicoated with anti-reflective compounds to improve light transmission, clarity, and color rendition. The unit utilizes a high contrast LCD display to provide fast, accurate targeting against any background or in any lighting conditions. It utilizes a six power monocular with a 20-millimeter objective lens to provide an exit pupil of 3.3 millimeters. The eyepiece is adjustable, with a range of +/- 2 diopters, and the unit has 10 millimeters of eye relief. In addition, the Nikon LaserCaddy has a real angle of view of 6.3 degrees, translating to a wide, 50 degree apparent angle of view and a field of view of 33 feet at 100 yards. The Nikon LaserCaddy measures ranges in yards or meters, and features an automatic power shutoff after the reading has been displayed for eight seconds. It measures 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches and weighs 7.0 ounces without battery. It is powered by one CR-2 camera battery that is included with the rangefinder and an internal display shows the user how much battery power is remaining. The Nikon LaserCaddy features an attractive silver external finish and is protected by Nikon's exclusive one-year warranty.
Features:- High resolution images in fast, precise, and consistent measurements
- Advanced digital processor and high grade optics
- Lightweight and compact at only 7 ounces
- Water-resistant design
- Uses one lithium battery
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