Videos tagged with Mount Davidson

This video reviews the Discovery Optics HD MPVO at a distance of approximately 1400 yards on Mount Davidson. The reviewer notes good color accuracy and clarity, though with some softening at the edges. Performance at 6x magnification is described as very good, with no visible chromatic aberration. At 12x, light, contrast, and detail decrease, and the eyebox becomes tight and unforgiving, but target acquisition of a 3-foot sign and a hiker is still possible.

This video provides an expert review of the Monstrum Challenger 5-25x56 riflescope, evaluating its performance at 1400 yards. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, notes noticeable chromatic aberration and distortion at the lowest 5x magnification. Clarity improves at 12x, considered a 'sweet spot,' and the scope offers 'pretty decent sharpness' at its maximum 25x, capable of resolving a 3-foot steel sign as an IPSC target proxy.

This video demonstrates the performance of the Discovery Optics LHD 8-32x56 FFP riflescope at an extreme distance of 1400 yards. The presenter evaluates image clarity and the presence of chromatic aberration at various magnification levels, from 8x to 32x, identifying a trail marker sign as a proxy for an IPSC target.

This review of the Hi-Lux CMR 1-8x24 LPVO highlights its daylight bright illumination, a key feature for target acquisition in bright conditions. While the optic offers good clarity and sharpness, particularly at higher magnifications, the reviewer notes some distortion and parallax shift at 1x power, which is common even in more expensive scopes. The capped turrets are tactile with no slop, and the magnification ring is smooth, making it a potentially good value optic under $500.

This video reviews the Riton Optics 5 Tactix LPVO, highlighting its performance at various magnifications. The reviewer demonstrates how the reticle scales with magnification due to its first focal plane design and assesses image quality, brightness, and contrast. Observations on chromatic aberration are also noted.

This video reviews the Hi-Lux PR5 first focal plane rifle scope, demonstrating its performance at 1300 yards. The reviewer highlights the scope's ability to maintain eye relief and focus when changing magnification, and its clarity in identifying a distant target.