New Callaway Nikon 8361 Golf LR550W Laser Rangefinder: The Callaway LR 550W Rangefinder provides quick and accurate distance measurement up to 550 yards (500 meters), and features first target technology which displays the range to the nearest target among multiple results obtained with a single measurement ? useful when measuring the distance to a pin on a green with woods in the back ground.Features: Measurement Range: 11-550 yards (10-500 meters) Measurement Accuracy: +/- 0.5/YDContinuous mode ranges multiple targets in succession for up to eight seconds Compact, lightweight design 6x magnification
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April 11th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
Although the technology seems much the same as the Bushnell rangefinders (I also have a Pinseeker 1500), these units are slimmed down - both in terms of the size/weight, as well as the interface. One button turns it on, then puts it in scan mode for 8 seconds. This does mean that you have to keep it somewhat steady on the target or you’ll get other distances as well. There are no rain modes or anything like that - just scan mode with “pinseeker” always on. The Bushnell might give you a few more options, but I like this as it gives me what I want and basically nothing else.
April 11th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Having used GPS on golf courses for 7 years, I was always a strong opponent of laser rangefinders. The biggest complaints being targets have to be visible, only one target distance at a time, and you needed a steady hand.
Nikon’s first target scanning mode makes hitting the flagstick easier, but still requires focus to hit, like hitting a golf shot. If you have shaky hands, I would recommend GPS over laser for sheer ease-of-use and always available distances to multiple targets. Mind you don’t get the to the pin accuracy of laser, but GPS gives continuous yardages from anywhere on the course.
Overall, GPS offers more features and is easiest to use. However, if you need accurate to the pin distances, then laser is your only option. Thanks to Nikon optics and technology, The Callaway laser rangefinder is one of the easiest and most accurate units available.
I’ve played 10 rounds with this and so far, it works great. I liked the white unit over the yellow, but didn’t realize the chevron logo on the neoprene case is made from rhinestones. Bling! -[...]