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A laser
range finder works by transmitting a laser beam which
reflects off the target. The unit then determines
the range by measuring the reflecting laser beam.
Typically the distance advertised by the laser range
finder is for a highly reflective target.
Something like a car or metal roof.
A laser range
finder also works on a non-reflective target, something
like an animal or a person, but not at the advertised
distance. Determining distance on non-reflective
targets is typically 50%-75% of the advertised distance.
Some of the newer laser range finders work better on
non-reflective targets. When shopping for a laser
range finder, make sure you know if the advertised
distance is for a reflective or non-reflective target.
Another consideration when
purchasing a laser range finder is what type of distance
you want to measure. All laser range finder models
determine line of sight to a target. If you want
to determine distance for shooting, the line of sight
may not be the same as the ballistic distance. The
trajectory of your bullet, or arrow for that matter,
will be different depending upon the angle of the shot.
If you compensate for line of sight distance, you will
most likely miss the target. Leupolds new RX-III
and RX-IV laser range finder models will determine
Ballistic Distance and provide you with the correct
compensation to make the shot. |
