How does this compare to the Aimpoint Micro?
1620705
It is larger scope with a better field of view.And a step up in quality over the micro
1620706
~$250 cheaper, for a few ozs extra weight. both have the newer electronics with a longer battery life, unlike the Aimpoint PRO model. to sum it up I would have loved to have had the micro instead of the Comp, but couldn't justify the extra cost to save a few ounces. I really like the Comp don't ever even bother shutting it off battery supposed to be good for 5 years and I plan to change them every two years.
1075650
They are both really good, but if I'd known about XL model I probably would have gone for it instead. I love the 2" micro adjust on the XL as that's totally handy. I also love the toggle on the head clamp because it's a cool way to do it, but also it's easy to reclamp instead of undoing the screw like on the lesser model. I think the $20 or so more for the XL is worth it for those features, but I'm not going to get rid of the standard stand.
494122
I went with the 880 for the same reasons as PitchBlk with the addition of the following:The 880 has a wider angle lens than the 890 - 28mm vs 37mm on the 890 - You do not need to back up so far for a family shot with the 880.The 880's digic 4 improves face detection - now will autofocus on a profile. The auto focus is servo controlled - focus is faster and keeps working between half click and image capture. The 880's movie mode uses better compression with same quality. The only things I like better about the 890 is 5X zoom and the view finder (the reason for the smaller screen).
906069
I suggest you visit a gun dealer and let you try both, I find target acusistion faster and the adjustment for the red dot is very easy to adjust while you're on target. But tr both.
419591
The current incarnation of the Micro also has the retractable USB port. That said, the part about ruggedness is apparently true. Also, the Titanium has a great blue LED and the Micro has a somewhat unusual orange/amber one - not a big deal but I would have preferred the blue. Maybe when there's a 4GB Titanium to match my Micro - or maybe even 8GB or more! - I'll make the switch. :)
1286453
You can download the nikon "spot on" app and check out how different loads match up using the BDC....its great and printable. I love that scope and utilizing the "spot on" app really helps better dial it in based on ammo using or if you ever decided to put it on a different rifle. But realistically depending on the ammo use its all about the fps as well as bullet weight and coeffocient, but download the app first and you will see what I mean. Enjoy
1943467
There's a few. The APT has a mil dot reticle while the APV is duplex style. The APV has a 1 inch tube, APT has a 30mm (30mm is larger, more light) and the APT has a 44mm objective lens over the APVs 40mm (more light again). Another difference is the APT has exposed turrets for quick windage and elevation adjustments while the APV is capped.
142755
I disliked it so much I gave it away. Cheap mount, poor optics. You need to spend some money if you want good optics. I think Eotech is the way to go. Good luck.
1466328
Yes, the 'V Brite' is the illuminated version - for the center dot only. It is not 'daylight bright' - so if you are expecting something like an Aimpoint - it isn't. I don't find that to be a problem - when it is bright daylight out I prefer the black dot - when the light is flat and low I like the red. Has worked very well for my entry level 3 gun needs.
1643488
I got the 200... It had better features and a very nice design. This unit is great for the price, you get the same features of units that cost in the 800 to 1000.00 range. It's worth getting. The units very lite, designed well, (looks cool) and has been extremely actuate for me, the gps function is also very handy in finding your way back to a good spot.
51078
The difference is solely based on size. The mini is nice for cramped spaces.
1970530
Pretty standard. Lasts decently if you remember to turn it off. If battery life is your main concern you should buy an Aimpoint. But this one is great for the low price.
2051022
to me, the m305 is more comfortable. ATM, im looking for a mouse similar to m305 but has a smoother scroll.
1353172
digital-aim.com has it for $1499, I'm leary of the site though... never heard of them.
1190149
JJ350, I have a AimPoint with a magnifier on a M-4 platform, works well, but you have to swing the magnifier into place to go from 1X to 3X. I bought the Burris for 3-gun competition and is mounted on Colt 3-gun ready platform. The Burris XTR 1x4 scope comes with a holographic red dot that i mounted on top and good for close targets, for targets 50-200 meters downrange, I get into the scope and I added a speed ring for quick access from 2X to 4X. I can dial it up shooting or running. The glass is very clear and has held up very nicely so far. (6mos) Well worth the money and comes with the mount as well. You mount it, zero it, shoot it. JJ350, I have a AimPoint with a magnifier on a M-4 platform, works well, but you have to swing the magnifier into place to go from 1X to 3X. I bought the Burris for 3-gun competition and is mounted on Colt 3-gun ready platform. The Burris XTR 1x4 scope comes with a holographic red dot that i mounted on top and good for close targets, for targets 50-200 meters downrange, I get into the scope and I added a speed ring for quick access from 2X to 4X. I can dial it up shooting or running. The glass is very clear and has held up very nicely so far. (6mos) Well worth the money and comes with the... » Read More JJ350, I have a AimPoint with a magnifier on a M-4 platform, works well, but you have to swing the magnifier into place to go from 1X to 3X. I bought the Burris for 3-gun competition and is mounted on Colt 3-gun ready platform. The Burris XTR 1x4 scope comes with a holographic red dot that i mounted on top and good for close targets, for targets 50-200 meters downrange, I get into the scope and I added a speed ring for quick access from 2X to 4X. I can dial it up shooting or running. The glass is very clear and has held up very nicely so far. (6mos) Well worth the money and comes with the mount as well. You mount it, zero it, shoot it. « Show Less
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I would google reviews on streamlights vs. Aimsports ( and ncstar, same design) before making a choice. You will see most people choose streamlight or surefire in the long run. Streamlight is a little cheaper than surefire though and equal in quality. Streamlight is pure quality but Surefire is made to be bullet proof almost but their prices reflect that as well. Surefire is best but streamlight is the only other option you can count on when its mounted to a gun. At least in my experiences.
925317
The SPARC comes with mounts that give you an absolute co-witness (sights and dot lined up all the time) and lower 1/3 co-witness (the sight is placed a little higher so if you pick your head up a bit, the iron sights won't be in the way but you are still able to co-witness and use the irons if you drop your head down a bit). The Strikefire has better battery life and has a larger objective lens. It has an absolute co-witness out of the box but you can buy a mount for a lower 1/3 co-witness for about $30.