A spotting scope allows you to see your target from a distance while you are identifying and marking your target. They have a very high degree of magnification and also allow a wider view of the field.
Spotting Scopes Come in Various Types
The difference in spotting scopes comes from the optics that are used. Refractor scopes are the ones that are the most durable, lightweight and relatively low budget. Such scopes use an optical glass to bend and focus the light that comes in from the field being viewed. There are scopes for spotting that use mirrors instead of glass and create the image by reflecting light. The images in these scopes, also called catadioptric scopes, are much more clearer. Their durability is however in question, plus the fact that they are far more expensive than the refractor type of scopes. Some spotting scopes are mounted on tripods and may have apertures that can be moved to see different views. A straight scope on the other hand may not be flexible, but allows for much easier tracking of a target. The price of a spotting scope will depend on its quality, focusing mechanism and other aspects of durability. Spotting scopes can also come with an angled body, which are relatively difficu lt for beginners to handle. They are difficult to use through windows or when you are in a car. Using Spotting Scopes
Most spotting scopes are more compact than binoculars and this makes them easy to carry. They also have a far greater power of magnification which can be an advantage to identify targets easily. When you are performing your tactical duties, you will need to set up your scope so that it has unhindered access to the area that you are targeting. You can do this on a tripod, or position yourself in such a way, that the view to the field is unfettered by obstructions. The magnification then needs to be adjusted so that the target area is clearly established. You may have to make adjustments if you are wearing goggles or glasses. Weather can affect the efficiency of your scope. High winds can cause a shimmer that distracts from the target. Heat waves rising from the ground can also distort images, while humidity can also play a factor. Fatigue can also affect vision, and you need to rest your eyes occasionally if you want the best results. Each manufacturer issues his own set of instructions on the use of a spotting scope and you will do well to follow these, so that the results are better.
Choosing a Spotting Scope
When you are looking to buy a spotting scope you will have to decide on one depending on the price, quality, size, body style and the optical zoom that suits you. Prices can vary from a few hundred dollars to those that cost thousands of dollars. The usage and your budget can be a deciding factor. The size determines the convenience of use, and can vary for bird watching or hunting. Scopes with an objective lens of 65 mm and about 12 inches in length are the ones that are the most convenient to carry and use. The use of a tripod can depend on your particular duty requirements, but is a good accessory to have. Body styles can be angled or straight, though the angles ones take more getting used to. Optical zoom can vary from a magnification of 15 to 75. The higher the magnification, the grainier will be the image and may lead to object looking shaky.
A spotting scope can add a new dimension to your law enforcement duties, and has become an almost standard accessory for special ops, tactical teams and other enforcers. Decide on its need after looking for the advantages that such a scope can bring to your particular duties.
Automatic blog by iAutoblog
No comments:
Post a Comment