NIKON Prostaff Laser Rangefinders Review

As hunters and laser rangefinder manufacturers continue to define new standards of accuracy, Nikon is engineering novel optical technology with a focus on cutting-edge consistency and precision. The latest development to embody the new standards is the ProStaff rangefinders. They are the perfect companion for any hunter particularly those who use Nikon’s ballistic match technology.

ABOUT NIKON

Nikon is the global leader in sports optics and is recognized worldwide for setting new standards in product performance and design. The company’s strength is attributed to its commitment to performance, technology, quality, and innovation. Nikon Rangefinders are exclusively designed for hunting and golfing.

Here is a review of the Nikon ProStaff laser rangefinders

NIKON PROSTAFF 3 RANGEFINDER

The Nikon ProStaff 3 is a compact laser rangefinder that can be used for hunting and golfing. It is built to range targets of up to 55 yards away and it operates by powering on and firing with a single button. The device displays distances in meters or yards and offers a 6x magnification. The device features;

• Multicolored optics for high-resolution imagery in any type of light
• Line of sight distance only hence, suitable for tournament use
• Very reasonable price for the budget conscious buyer
• It is weatherproof and is made to withstand effects from fog and rain such as moisture and obstructed views
• Weighs only 6.3 ounces
• Small and can easily fit into a sack or pocket and can be attached to a belt sans being cumbersome
• A high profile display and ergonomic frame providing simplicity of use
• 3.5 millimeters exit pupil offering brightness even under complicated lighting conditions
• Single button operation to tur the device on and fire the laser
• Automatic power down feature that activates when the distance reading has been displayed for over 8 seconds
• Adjustable eyepiece with +/-4 diopter range
• 18.2-millimeter eye relief with angular field of view of 6 degrees

NIKON PROSTAFF 5 RANGEFINDER

The Nikon ProStaff 5 model is a continuation of the ProStaff series. It provides accurate and fast reading with consistency. The range finder features;

• 6x magnification for optimal target viewing as well as multicoated optics and a 21-millimeter objective lens
• Simple enough that it is acceptable for use in tournaments
• Sleek style with rugged build small enough to fit in a palm and can be carried around without getting in the way
• Optimized viewfinder providing a wide field of view to capture the target quickly
• LCD screen providing great contrast against the imagery and can be switched to LED for additional contrast in a range of lighting conditions
• Ability to reach targets of up to 600 yards under suitable conditions
• Quick and accurate but might require steadying at distances of over 200 yards to keep the target within the crosshair
• Very affordable; needs no additional frills as it does the job efficiently and quickly
• A large ocular lens offering long eye relief with a wider field of view
• Ability to display distances in increments as small as one tenth of a yard

NIKON PROSTAFF 7 RANGEFINDER

The Nikon ProStaff 7 rangefinder is packed with great features for use with hunting and some people use it for golf as well. It features;

• A combination of a weatherproof body and a coated eco-glass optical pathway
• Multiple layered coated lens structure of the ProStaff 7 optics also have phase correcting roof prisms that maintain the sharpness and integrity of color
• A reflecting mirror coating lets the prism to utilize the transparency and brightness of the showcased image display on the screen fully
• Eco-glass optics feature lenses that are environmental friendly and prisms free form lead or arsenic
• Nikon’s ID technology that is short of incline/decline; when shooting form the top or bottom of a hill the unit will compensate the angle for you and let you know how far you need to act like the target is.
• Very light weight and easy to use offering a great hand feel; removing the rangefinder from the case, turning it on and ranging in on a target can all be done with the same hand allowing you to keep the other hand on your rifle or rifle to make sure you are ready to draw and fire
• Powered by a single CR2 lithium battery
• 19 millimeters eye relief that offers a relaxed view of the distance for the view
• Fog resistant housing filled with nitrogen is covered with rough rubber making the ProStaff 7 binocular resistant to rain and snow
• Small bridge and comfortable grip ridge allows the glasses for a comfortable and secure hold
• Pupillary adjustment of 56 to 72 millimeters
• Light weight weighing in at 23.46 ounces

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Nikon ProStaff rangefinders are great rangefinders with several advanced features that will help with your golfing and hunting immensely. Their easy to operate and compact design allow you to be ready in your stand when the deer comes by. While they might be considered costly by some, you will be paying for quality features and quality optics. The Nikon ProStaff 7, however, stands out in terms of technology and quality features.