The Nikon COOLSHOT 50i rangefinder combines a 1200-yard published maximum range with 6× magnification and a published accuracy of ±1 yd. Its feature set includes slope compensation and a magnetic cart mount. The published flag range is 400 yards, equal to 33% of the total ranging claim. Derived comparison data works out to 193.5 yd of range per ounce, 79/100 portability efficiency and 94/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
Nikon · COOLSHOT 50i · Laser
Year: 2021Max range: 1200 ydMagnification: 6×Accuracy: ±1 ydWeight: 6.2 oz
6.2 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Above average
1200 yd
Weight
Near average
6.2 oz
Magnification
Near average
6×
Portability efficiency
Above average
79/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationYes
GPSNo
StabilizationNo
Cart magnetYes
RechargeableNo
Weather ratingIPX4 rainproof
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | COOLSHOT 50i |
| Category | Golf Rangefinder |
| Release year | 2021 |
| Status | Prior generation / widely traded |
| Rangefinder type | Laser |
Derived numeric specs
Useful comparison metrics
These figures are calculated from the published measurements above to make size, range and portability easier to compare.
Range & portability efficiency
Range per ounce193.5 yd/oz
Flag range per ounce64.5 yd/oz
Flag range vs total33%
Body volume17.6 cu in
Range per cubic inch68.4 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3.67 mm
Compactness index7/100
Portability efficiency79/100
Range efficiency94/100
What the numbers mean
Search profileslope rangefinder; 1200 yard rangefinder; 6x golf rangefinder; golf rangefinder with magnet
Portability classLightweight
Range classLong range
Feature classSlope laser
Best forCart golfers; Elevation-heavy courses
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range1200 yd
Flag range400 yd
Minimum range6 yd
Accuracy±1 yd
Measurement speedNot published
Scan modeNot published
Flag lockNot published
Lock feedbackNot published
Optics & display
Magnification6×
Objective lens22 mm
Field of view314 ft @ 1000 yd
Eye relief17 mm
Exit pupil3.7 mm
DisplayNot published
Display colorNot published
Diopter adjustmentNot published
Slope, tournament & smart features
Slope compensationYes
Slope toggleYes
Tournament legalYes with slope disabled
Tournament indicatorNot published
Image stabilizationNot published
GPS built inNot published
BluetoothNot published
Smartphone appNot published
Power, size & protection
Battery typeCR2 lithium
RechargeableNot published
Battery lifeNot published
Charging portNot published
Dimensions3.90 × 1.50 × 3.00 in; 6.2 oz / 176 g
Weight6.2 oz / 176 g
Water ratingIPX4 rainproof
WarrantyNot published
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
Long rangeRange class
LightweightWeight class
Standard 6×Magnification class
193.5 yd/ozRange per ounce
7/100Compactness index
33%Flag / total range