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Old 01-04-2009, 08:12 AM   #1
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Default Sunshade ??

Does a sunshade affect a scopes ability to gather light in low light conditions?
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Old 01-04-2009, 09:32 AM   #2
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Default RE: Sunshade ??

I would think it would. Not sure.
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Default RE: Sunshade ??

Yes! It basically moves the lens back down the tube to "shade" it. So, in low light conditions, it will likewise not be able to gather as much available light!

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