Magnification and Objective Lens Size: A Beginner’s Guide to Optics
If you’ve ever looked at the specs on a pair of binoculars, a monocular, or a rifle scope and seen something like “10×42” or “3-9×40,” you’ve seen magnification and objective lens size in action. These two numbers are often the first thing people notice — and often the first thing people misunderstand. So what do those numbers really mean? How do they affect what…
Night Hunting Laws in All 50 States
Is night hunting allowed in your state? Are you allowed to hunt with night vision equipment or artificial light? We’ve got the entire US covered with recently updated information.
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How do Rangefinders Work?
Everyone knows that a rangefinder is a very handy device for measuring distance, but how exactly do these nifty devices operate? There are actually a couple of different ways that…
How to Use Binoculars
While it may seem intuitive, learning how to use binoculars effectively and efficiently can take a bit of practice. For many first-time users, they assume all that’s needed is to…
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Here at Point Optics, we seek to provide you with the best reviews, guides and lists for outdoor optics and equipment. We look to do the hard work for you, sifting out inferior quality products and providing you with a narrower choice of products, focused on quality.