I don't understand what the parallax setting means. Also what is the minimum distance this scope can be used at?
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Hi Bob, the good news is that you generally need to be concerned with parallax settings when using highly magnified scopes, at long ranges, in situations requiring ultra-precision (think completion targets). For a better explanation than I can give see the following http://www.longrangehunting.com/articles/what-is-parallax-2.php
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Think of it as a slide scale. The more you telescope out the higher the f goes. But it's not the kind of dial in setting sort of lens
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The reticle is set up for 100 to 500 yards. However the average Joe will probably only ever use a scope to a max distance of 250 to 300 yard. After 300 yards you going to be doing a lot more calculating of windage elevation temperature and a bunch of other factors that the average shooter doesn't really know how to do
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I have this scope mounted on a heavy barrel .22 . As well 2 other brand 2x7 scopes on 2 other .22 rifles . Most of my shots are 50yds or less . I use the 2x power mostly . I read the reply about parallax , parallax is kind of an optical illusion , it does not appear in my of my scopes , it is true this scope has a 100 yd parallax setting , 50 yds is more ideal for a .22 . Maximum error could be as much as 1/4 inch according to the charts [ this is maximum ] I am satisfied with mine , but , Why not buy one of the Nikon Prostaff Rimfire scopes now available ? I just looked on Amazon , they are $10 more for a 3x9 I have this scope mounted on a heavy barrel .22 . As well 2 other brand 2x7 scopes on 2 other .22 rifles . Most of my shots are 50yds or less . I use the 2x power mostly . I read the reply about parallax , parallax is kind of an optical illusion , it does not appear in my of my scopes , it is true this scope has a 100 yd parallax setting , 50 yds is more ideal for a .22 . Maximum error could be as much as 1/4 inch according to the charts [ this is maximum ] I am satisfied with mine , but , Why not buy one of the Nikon Prostaff Rimfire scopes now available ? I just looked on Amazon , they... » Read More I have this scope mounted on a heavy barrel .22 . As well 2 other brand 2x7 scopes on 2 other .22 rifles . Most of my shots are 50yds or less . I use the 2x power mostly . I read the reply about parallax , parallax is kind of an optical illusion , it does not appear in my of my scopes , it is true this scope has a 100 yd parallax setting , 50 yds is more ideal for a .22 . Maximum error could be as much as 1/4 inch according to the charts [ this is maximum ] I am satisfied with mine , but , Why not buy one of the Nikon Prostaff Rimfire scopes now available ? I just looked on Amazon , they are $10 more for a 3x9 « Show Less
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Follow-up: the 50 Yd parallax setting means that parallax is minimal out to 100 to 150 yds. Other scopes with 100 yd parallax settings have minimal parallax out to 300 yds or so. AO scopes are typically used by target shooters needing very tight groups or varmit shooters that want to shoot 250 yds or more. They need a much more expensive scope costing several hundred dollars. This scope is good 22 lr scope for $60 to $70 for plinking, small game hunting or varmits out to 100 to 150 yds.
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15x magnification min and 40x magnification max. My low-budget binoculars are 10x magnification and the image is much crisper and seemed to be as magnified as the scope. I would not suggest this scope...
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It is a focus limiter switch. It refers to the minimum distance from which the lens/camera will search for focus. For instance, if you are trying to focus on a distant object, but have nearer objects (such as vegetation) in the way, setting the switch to 1.6m tells the system not to focus on anything closer than 1.6m. Also, if you know your subject is going to me more than 1.6 meters away, moving the switch to 1.6 reduces the distance range over which the lens hunts for focus. The minimum focus distance is actually 0.9 meters, not 0.09 meters.
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My ATN has no magnification. In perfect conditions (full moon) I'm comfortable taking shots at stationary targets at 50 yards. Using a 980nm IR illuminator works well. Source is invisible to the human eye but the scope sees it well.
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The parallax on this scope is set a one hundred yards so thats where it will focus in at. If you shooting at 25 yards you'll never get it to focus clearly. They do make scopes that will focus at all ranges but there designated as AO scopes and you pay a premium for that. I have this same scope in an AO version that I got from Optics Planet, Amazon doesn't appear to sell the AO version.
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As far as I can research, it is 16.4 feet the close focus. A closer minimum close-focus distance usually means forfieting magnification. A closer minimum close-focus distance often means an reduction in overall image clarity.
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You are probably going to see the shadow of the front sight at the closer setting. I do on my 1-4 x 24. You probably won't at the farther setting. Check the scope out on YouTube. Very nice choice. You can always Google the question to make sure.
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Get the celestron powertank (dont forget to charge it once a month), i also bought the celestron eyepiece set, great set and a good case with it. Also use the two star align, three atar doesnt work, and google for how to set it up as you must put the alignment stars in the middle of the eyepiece then move it left down up right (as the star looks in the eye piece), then click to set it as an alignment star. It will then track all night usually after one quick up movement once aligned. It is a brilliant scope, good luck!
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Yes, if the eye focus is adjusted correctly for you and the parallax is all the the way down on it' s lowest setting, it will focus down to 10 yards and up to infinity.
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just like with higher end reflex optics there is parallax at close range like to 15 feet but at distance, things you would be targeting with a rifle, it is zero parallax. you can move your head all around and the reticle does not move off target.
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Hi Thomas, This scope does not have that feature. There are some that can do that but cost more. This is an excellent scope the images are sharp, the LED light is very bright and the intensity can be adjusted. The work distance between the bench surface and the Light can be adjusted with the auxiliary lens attachment. The only problem I found is the instruction manual it came with is useless, I had to figure how to assemble it by looking at pictures on the internet. Also the two eye piece lenses do not come with the two set screws to hold them in place. they can fall out and break if turned upside down. Other than that it is a good scope.
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Its not a scope. It is a red dot. The eye relief is unlimited. It is not magnified.
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jmich; Like you, I certainly was not trying to be glib. I just did not encounter the problem you did. I do have one idea, though: The scope comes with two eyepieces. One of the eyepieces is useful, but the other one I found useless. The target could not be centered or even seen. Hope this helps.J