The Nikon COOLSHOT 80i VR rangefinder combines a 1000-yard published maximum range with 6× magnification. Its feature set includes slope compensation and image stabilization. At 7.1 oz, it falls into the midweight class in this database. Derived comparison data works out to 140.8 yd of range per ounce, 31/100 portability efficiency and 45/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
Nikon · COOLSHOT 80i VR · Stabilized laser
Year: 2016Max range: 1000 ydMagnification: 6×Accuracy: Not publishedWeight: 7.1 oz
7.1 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Near average
1000 yd
Weight
Near average
7.1 oz
Magnification
Near average
6×
Portability efficiency
Below average
31/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationYes
GPSNo
StabilizationYes
Cart magnetNo
RechargeableNo
Weather ratingNot published
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Model | COOLSHOT 80i VR |
| Category | Golf Rangefinder |
| Release year | 2016 |
| Status | Legacy |
| Rangefinder type | Stabilized 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 ounce140.8 yd/oz
Body volume22.2 cu in
Range per cubic inch45 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3.5 mm
Compactness index24/100
Portability efficiency31/100
Range efficiency45/100
What the numbers mean
Search profileslope rangefinder; 1000 yard rangefinder; 6x golf rangefinder; stabilized golf rangefinder
Portability classMidweight
Range classLong range
Feature classStabilized premium laser
Best forStabilized target acquisition; Elevation-heavy courses
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range1000 yd
Flag rangeNot published
Minimum range8 yd
Accuracy
Measurement speedNot published
Scan modeNot published
Flag lockNot published
Lock feedbackNot published
Optics & display
Magnification6×
Objective lens21 mm
Field of viewNot published
Eye relief18 mm
Exit pupil3.5 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 stabilizationYes
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 × 1.90 × 3.00 in; 7.1 oz / 201 g
Weight7.1 oz / 201 g
Water ratingNot published
WarrantyNot published
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
Long rangeRange class
MidweightWeight class
Standard 6×Magnification class
140.8 yd/ozRange per ounce
24/100Compactness index
Not availableFlag / total range