Callaway LR550 Golf Laser Range
Finder Review
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Callaway
have entered the range finder market by teaming up with Nikon to
produce the LR550. Nikon are obviously very well known for their high
quality optics and are long standing leaders in the optical industry,
so this seems like a sensible choice by Callaway.
Although the Callaway
LR550 golf laser range finder has been around for a few years now,
it is still an extremely popular choice amongst avid golfers, newbies
and players who have just started the game.
This is mainly because of its simple design, ease of use and ability to
produce accurate results. The Callaway LR550 is also one of the
cheapest golf rangefinders on the market, so is an affordable option
for golfers who are purely looking for accurate line-of-sight readings.
Although not as compact as some of the new tournament edition models
like the Bushnell Tour Z6 or Leupold GX-4i, the Callaway LR550 is still
small enough to comfortably fit into your pocket. |
With a striking yellow color scheme, which may or may not appeal, the
Callaway LR550 range finder is similar to other Tournament
Edition
Rangefinders in the fact that because it only offers
line-of-sight
distance measurements it is deemed to be legal for competition play
(when allowed by local rule) unlike the more advanced Slope Edition
models that provide additional features including adjusted distances
for slope angles and in some cases suggestion on club selection.
The Callaway LR550 range finder has a maximum distance range of 550
yards (hence the name LR550) and although this is lower than most other
Golf Range Finders it is certainly more than adequate for most golfers
needs. It also offers a 6x magnification capability to enable you to
zoom in on to your targets. The main feature on the LR550 golf laser
rangefinder by Callaway is "First Target Priority Mode" which makes
gaining accurate distances to the pin a lot easier.
First Target Priority Mode works by placing a greater emphasis on
ranging the distance to the nearest object in the viewfinder, and will
therefore ignore any background interference such as trees or
buildings. This advanced technology in the Callaway LR550 rangefinder
not only makes capturing accurate distance reading to the pin position
incredibly easy but also works for any other targets that you wish to
obtain distance readings for, like bunkers or lay up points.
The Callaway LR550 golf laser range finder also provides you with a
great scan mode that allows you to check the distance measurements to
multiple objects in succession for up to a period of 8 seconds at a
time. This feature comes in very handy when you are not sure if you can
clear that lake in front of you or carry that fairway bunker on a par 5!
Other features on this waterproof Callaway
Range Finder include an
adjustable eyepiece diopter so you can custom focus the setting,
multi-colored optics to enhance visibility and a folding rubber eyecup
to make it easier for golfers who wear glasses. The Callaway LR550
range finder runs on a CR-2 3-volt battery that is included in the
package and also comes with a matching yellow neoprene sports sleeve
with a removable travel cover for added protection.
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RAZR Laser Range Finder Review |
The
2012 Callaway
RAZR Laser golf range finder is the best rangefinder ever
created by Callaway and now offers superior speed, along with the most
accurate distance measurements to date and benefits from many of the
same features that were in last years extremely popular Callaway Diablo
Octane range finder model.
The Callaway RAZR Laser range finder is now 10% smaller making it even
easier to handle than ever before, and the attractive black and red
color scheme and rubbery textured casing material not only give this
Callaway golf range finder a quality feel and professional look but
also provide excellent grip in all weather conditions.
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IQ Slope Laser Range Finder Review |
The
Callaway
IQ Slope Range Finder has been designed to offer fast, simple
and accurate distance ranging, as well as provide slope adjustments for
the inclines & declines of the course, and weighing less than
half a pound this excellent slope edition Callaway golf range finder is
extremely light weight and compact.
Advanced Screen Technology in the Callaway IQ slope range finder offers
excellent visibility and Nikon's multi coated optics along with 6x
magnification capability to provide you with an exceptionally clear
view of your target. Nikon's Target Priority Mode also ensures that you
always pinpoint your target to retrieve correct readings.
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| Callaway
Diablo Octane Range Finder Review |
The
Callaway
Diablo Octane range finder has dimensions that measure 5.1 x
1.5 x 2.7 inches and weighs only 6.3 ounces, so is the perfect size and
weight for easy one-handed operation. This Callaway range
finder
also looks and feels great with its red and black color scheme and
secure rubber texture casing for easy handling.
As well as being waterproof, fog proof and small enough to fit in your
pocket without disrupting your swing, the Diablo Octane also uses
Nikon’s superior optics to provide crisp, clear images and is
capable of producing fast results that are incredibly accurate, making
it one of the best golf rangefinders currently available!
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| Callaway
LR550 Golf Laser Rangefinder Review |
Callaway
have entered the golf laser range finder market by teaming up with
Nikon to produce the incredibly accurate and reasonably priced LR550.
Nikon are obviously very well known for their high quality optics and
are long standing leaders in the optical industry, so this seems like a
very sensible choice by Callaway.
Although the Callaway
LR550 golf tournament edition range finder has been around
for a few years now, it is still an extremely popular choice amongst
avid golfers, newbies and players who have just started the game. This
is mainly because of its simple design, ease of use and ability to
produce accurate results.
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| Callaway
idTECH Slope Golf Rangefinder Review |
The
Callaway
idTECH golf laser rangefinder offers you a unique external
LCD display and has been designed in conjunction with optical
specialists Nikon to provide golfers with fast, simple and accurate
range finding, as well as offering yardage adjustments to compensate
for the inclines/declines of the course.
Weighing 7.4 ounces and dimensions that measure 5.1 x 1.8 x 2.7, this
Callaway golf range finder is a standard size slope edition rangefinder
that is comfortable to handle and easy to operate. With a maximum range
of only 550 yards, the Callaway idTECH does fall short of some of the
competition like the Bushnell Pro 1M Slope.
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