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Swarovski Z8i Rifle Scopes.

Swarovski Z8i rifle scope description

Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes where first shown on IWA outdoor classics 2016 in Germany, and they represent the top product of the Swarovski Company and the top product of rifle scopes in general. The Z8i line of products feature real 8 times zoom range, and the real achievement was that this is still in a 30 mm main tube. Swarovski says that the light transmission rate is on a incredibly 93 percent, what makes this scopes even brighter than the previus models, and that's why this scopes are very usable for dusk and dawn hunting.

The reticle is set in the second focal plane (by changing the magnification the reticle stays the same) and is therefore particularly suitable for long-distance shooting, since it does not cover a large part of the target at maximum magnification. Swarovski designed a new sleeker and smaler illumination system, that is still located on the eye peace, so that they moved the battery from the ocular to the parallax turret in the midle. The reticle’s illumination can be adjusted to any need: for use in bright daylight or at dusk, and has the SWAROLIGHT function, that automatically shuts-on or shuts-off when the rifle is in a shooting position or not.

They also have an amazing wide view angle at any magnification and excellent build quality. As an accessory BTF (Ballistic Turret Flex) can be ordered for both, elevation and windage turrets, that can be installed without any tools. These turrets can be set for any balistic curve, because the ballistic turrets have 7 separate rings, that can be easily set on any desired click value. We also recommend the Swarovski SR rail for better and easyer mounting, but this decision makes the buyer.

For hunters who look for the most versatile rifle scope on the market, the Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes are the best choice.

For better understanding of the BTF turrets, click here

Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes features

Reliable mechanics in one-piece housing (shockproof even for the most powerful hunting calibers)
Waterproof and dry nitrogen purged for Fogproof use at low temperatures
Parallax adjustmen (some models – others have fixed parallax on 100m)
Second focal plane reticles (reticle size doesn't change with zoom)
Multi coated lenses for image brightness and contrast
10 years warranty (30 years service and maintenance)
Slim and compact design
93% light transmission
Variable magnification (8 times zoom factor)
SWAROCLEAN coating on outer lenses (for repelling and easy cleaning of dirt, dust, insects...)
SWAROLIGHT (auto shut-on and shut-off of the reticle illumination)
FLEXCHANGE (4A-IF reticle allows change from Dot to Circle Dot, designed for driven hunting)
Optional BTF (Ballistic turret flex ) for windage and elevation turrets, (instalation without tools)
Optional PBR (personalized ballistic ring - individually engraved personal data)

Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes configurations

Swarovski Z8i 1-8x24 (for driven hunting)
Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3x42 P (for driven hunting, stalking and mountain hunting)
Swarovski Z8i 2-16x50 P (for all-round use)
Swarovski Z8i 2.3-18x56 P (for all-round use)
Swarovski Z8i 3.5-28x50 P (for long range)

Accessories

Swarovski BTF Ballistic Turret Flex

Meaning of abbreviations

L - 30mm main tube
SR – Swarovski
SR rail for mounting
P – Parallax turret
BT – Ballistic turret
EE - Extended Eye relief

Mounting of Swarovski Z8i riflescopes

The Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes can be mounted with 30 mm rings, or optionaly with the Swarovski SR mount.

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General properties of Low light rifle scopes

The low light rifle scopes category holds those riflescopes that are built to offer the best possible performance at dusk or dawn and when hunting during the night when the moon and the stars are the only source of light.

Best Scopes for hunting

Low light scopes are used solely for hunting and especially in Europe where hunting in low-light situations is very popular.

Low light rifle scopes - Best low light scope

Steiner Ranger 6 3-18x56 scope

Commonly associated features of scopes in this hunting category are:

50 or 56mm objective lens diameter
High-quality glass and coating of the rifle scope
Capped turrets
The illuminated reticle or thick FFP reticle
Low-intensity illumination of the reticle
1 inch or 30 mm tube or rail mounting
Fixed or variable magnification
Minimal magnification ranging from 2x to 4x
Maximal magnification ranging from 10x to 16x

What is the best Low light rifle scope?

What makes a low-light rifle scope the best?

When on a hunt for the best scope, there are many factors to be considered:

a finely adjustable red dot (dimmable),
brightness of the scope,
scope image quality,
fields of use, and many more.

Low-light rifle scope Buying guide

Due to numerous factors, price ranges, and manufacturers always producing new scopes, it is impossible to say which one is the best. However, we created a buying guide to keep you updated on some of the best buys in each price range.

Comparison of Low light scopes - information of low light scopes

Steiner and Leica low light riflescopes

Lens, coatings and magnification in best Low light scope

A good low light rifle scope is one that fits the user’s financial goals, brightness, and provides a quality image, nevertheless. A lower zoom factor means there are fewer lens in the design. And fewer lens result in less loss of light. The coatings are also important – if they are of higher quality, again, less amount of light is lost every time light travels through the lens’ surface.

As for the lens size, the bigger, the better. The magnification of the scope should also not be too high, as this results in a smaller exit pupil, which we do not want for low light use.

But the most important factor to be taken into account is that the scope performs best in low light if it has an illuminated reticle, preferably in the form of a finely adjustable central dot (if the whole reticle is illuminated, it covers up the image of the target).

Can you use a low light scope at night?

Yes, a riflescope can be used for hunting at night, if you make use of the available residual light, such as the Full Moon or starlight, but your observation will not be ideal.

However, if you wish to hunt at night and see the target clearly, you need the help of other night vision optics, such as thermal and night vision attachments, as night vision optics collect whatever little light there is and amplify it. So, without thermal optics, you would only see a silhouette of the animals and no details.

Leica Low light rifle scope

Leica Magnus 2.4-16x56 i scope

Swarovski Z8i Rifle Scopes.

Swarovski Z8i rifle scope description

Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes features

Swarovski Z8i rifle scopes configurations