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101911 +/- 1 / +/- 2
6–110 mph / (90 feet away)
16–177 kph / (27 meters)
6–200 mph / (1500+ feet away)
16–322 kph / (457 meters away)
4.3 x 8.4 x 6 / 109 x 213 x 152 19 / 539 C (2)
SPORTS IMAGING
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TERMINOlOGY
Digital Imaging. Like the film camera, digital imaging uses a lens to focus the image on a focal plane. While the film
camera relies on film to capture the image, the digital uses a sensor. As light strikes the array of picture elements (pixels) that
make up the sensor, it’s converted to a current that’s passed on to a digital or A-D converter. From the A-D converter, algorithms
are applied to the signal, converting it to a digital image file.
Digital Imaging Sensors
These are Silicon chips consisting of millions of tiny photo diodes, which convert light
into an electronic signal. A CMOS sensor is used in Bushnell imaging products.
File Compression or “Quality”
In addition to high- and low-resolution settings, many digital cameras provide
options for selecting the amount of file compression applied when photos are
stored in memory. Higher-quality settings use less compression, but take up
more storage space.
Flash Memory
Flash memory is “non-volatile,” meaning it retains the photo files and user settings
even if the power source is removed for a long period of time. Many cameras have
electronic components that preserve the memory contents for a few minutes to
allow time to change batteries. However, it’s always wise to download photos
before changing batteries or storing the camera away.
Interpolation
A method of increasing the number of pixels in an image after it is photographed.
The pixels actually captured by the camera’s sensor are rapidly analyzed by
software that creates and adds new similar pixels to the photo file. Some Bushnell
®
imaging optics provide user options for higher interpolated resolution settings.
Pixels and Megapixels
Pixels are the tiny squares of color – like dots on a newspaper photo or grains on a
photographic print – that make up a digital image. The higher the pixel count, the
higher the photographic resolution. A megapixel (MP) equals one million pixels.
Resolution and File Size
The number of pixels used to produce a digital photo is the primary factor that
determines resolution, or ability to reproduce fine detail. More pixels equal higher
resolution, and a larger data file.
Storage Cards: Digital “Film”
These are small removable “flash” memory devices used to hold image data from a
digital camera, reducing or eliminating the need for high-capacity internal memory.
Most Bushnell digital imaging optics have a slot, for an SD (Secure Digital) card, the
most common type currently used.
Sync Focus
Now on our ImageView spotting scope and Instant Replay binoculars, the Sync
Focus feature is a parallel focus system that sharpens the digital image and the
image through the scope’s or binos’ optics simultaneously. The synchronized light
path also permits the user to switch between viewing through the camera’s LCD
and the scope or binocular’s eyepiece.
USB Mass Storage
Cameras with USB mass storage don’t need a driver for Windows XP or Vista.
Connect the camera to your PC, and it will be identified as a “Removable Disk,”
just as if it were an external hard drive. Your photo files are stored in a folder on
this “disk,” and can be copied or moved to the location of your choice or opened
directly from the camera within your photo software.
Camera Settings
The “default” automatic setting on digital cameras works fine in most situations,
but some cameras will also let the user override “auto” and adjust one or more
of the following if necessary or preferred:
EV (Exposure Value): Also known as exposure compensation. Allows
setting deliberate under- or overexposure by a fine amount, such as “+1.5
EV” (one and a half steps overexposed).
ISO (Sensitivity): As with film, low ISO numbers (100–200) will produce
the highest quality but require the most light. Higher ISO settings will allow
photos in low light without flash, or faster shutter speeds to stop action, but
with increasingly noticeable digital “noise.”
Scene Presets: Some cameras let the user select from several
preprogrammed “scenes,” which optimize internal camera settings
(aperture, shutter speed, point of focus, light metering) for common types
of subjects or situations, most commonly Landscape, Sports/Action, Portrait
and Night Scene.
White Balance: Auto white balance identifies a white reference point (wall,
clouds, etc.) in a scene and applies overall color correction if needed, so
whites retain a neutral appearance. If this produces poor results, presets for
daylight, cloudy, tungsten and fluorescent lighting are often available.
Special Features
Self Timer: When selected, the photo is taken following a short delay after
the shutter button is pressed. Used to prevent camera shake, or to include
yourself in the photo.
Sequential Shot: Shoots a quick burst of multiple frames (usually 3–5 in a
row), to increase chances of capturing the action.
Movie Mode: Allows the camera to shoot and play back short video clips.
These are usually stored in the common “avi” format, and can be played on
any computer with Windows Media Player, QuickTime, or other software.
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vElOCITY
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spEEd GuN
Knowing how fast a player pitches or
runs can instantly influence coaching
decisions. And 15 over the limit
doesn’t seem so excessive when
you find out what they’re doing
down on the track. The Bushnell
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Velocity will tell you to +/- 1.0
miles per hour using digital technology
and DSP (digital signal processing).
Measure the speed of a baseball from up to
90 feet, or a vehicle from as far as 1,300 feet.
FEATURES: Easy-to-use, point-and-shoot pistol grip
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Large, clear LCD
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Displays fastest speed once trigger is released
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+/- 1-mph accuracy
RANGES: Baseball/softball/tennis: 6–110 mph
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Auto racing: 6–200 mph
A changeup of perspective.
Velocity
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