The Bushnell Pro XM has 6x fixed magnification. A target appears about 6 times as large in angular size as it does to the unaided eye.
Laser • Released 2026
What magnification is the Bushnell Pro XM?
The Bushnell Pro XM has 6x fixed magnification. A target appears about 6 times as large in angular size as it does to the unaided eye.
Pro XM optical specifications
| Magnification | 6x |
|---|---|
| Magnification class | Typical golf rangefinder magnification |
| Objective lens | 18 mm |
| Field of view | 370 ft at 1,000 yd |
| Eye relief | 16 mm |
| Exit pupil | 3 mm |
| Display | Red/Green OLED |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Target confirmation | Visual JOLT + vibration |
| Published accuracy | 1 yd |
What 6x means on the course
The Pro XM uses 6x optics, the most common fixed magnification in this rangefinder set.
Its 370 ft-at-1,000-yd field of view is relatively wide among models with published FOV data, which can help you find the flag without excessive panning.
Eye relief is 16 mm, close to the middle of the published values in this dataset.
Target confirmation is listed as Visual JOLT + vibration, adding feedback once the laser acquires the intended target.
Published ranging accuracy is 1 yd where that figure is expressed numerically; this is separate from magnification.
How large does the target appear?
These are approximate angular-size comparisons to help visualize magnification. They are not laser-range or accuracy claims.
How its magnification compares
This comparison is only against the models in this rangefinder dataset; it is not an industry-wide ranking.
Lens, eye relief and display
The objective lens diameter is 18 mm. Objective size is one part of the optical design; coatings, transmission and ambient light also affect the view.
Exit pupil is published at 3 mm. This page uses the published/source value rather than calculating one from other specs.
Eye relief is 16 mm, which is mid-range among the models here with published eye-relief data.
The Pro XM uses a Red/Green OLED display. An illuminated OLED-style readout is designed to keep distance information distinct from the optical scene; it does not change magnification.
Field of view at golf distances
The published field of view is 370 ft at 1,000 yd, relatively wide in this dataset. The same angular view spans approximately:
These widths are proportional conversions from the published field-of-view specification.
Steadiness, scan mode and target lock
6x gives substantial enlargement without the extra shake sensitivity of the highest-magnification models.
Visual JOLT + vibration is the model’s target-acquisition feedback. It helps confirm lock-on but does not increase the optical magnification.
Can you zoom the Pro XM?
No variable optical zoom range is listed. The Pro XM is a fixed 6x optic. Any eyepiece or diopter adjustment changes focus for your eye, not magnification.
Who is this optical setup best suited to?
A strong all-round optical setup for golfers who want useful enlargement without moving into very high magnification.
The relatively wide published field of view also favors faster target finding and scanning.
Bushnell Pro XM magnification FAQ
What magnification is the Bushnell Pro XM?
The Bushnell Pro XM has 6x fixed magnification. A target appears about 6 times as large in angular size as it does to the unaided eye.
Can you zoom the Bushnell Pro XM?
No variable optical zoom range is listed. The Pro XM is a fixed 6x optic. Any eyepiece or diopter adjustment changes focus for your eye, not magnification.
Is 6x enough magnification for golf?
6x provides meaningful target enlargement. More magnification is not automatically better because it also makes normal hand movement more visible.
Does magnification change the Bushnell Pro XM’s laser accuracy?
No. Magnification changes how large the target looks through the optic. It can make aiming easier, but it does not itself change the laser’s published ranging accuracy.
What is the Bushnell Pro XM field of view?
The listed field of view is 370 ft at 1,000 yards, which corresponds to about 111 ft of scene width at 300 yards.
What is the Bushnell Pro XM eye relief?
Eye relief is listed at 16 mm. That is the approximate distance behind the eyepiece from which the intended field of view can be seen.
Optical specifications can differ between similarly named models or generations. Confirm the exact model on the official Bushnell website or manual. Visit Bushnell.