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First Focal Plane or Second Focal Plane?

A riflescope’s reticle is placed in either the first focal plane (FFP) or the second focal plane (SFP). The main difference between them is that an SFP reticle will appear to be the same size regardless of magnification. With an FFP reticle, the size of the reticle will appear to change as the scope’s magnification is changed.

First Look: Riton Optics 5 Tactix 1-10x24mm LPVO

Riton Optic's First Focal Plane Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO) has arrived, with the unveiling of the 5 Tactix 1-10x24mm.

First Look: Hawk Optics Adds FFP MOA Models

Hawke Optics has expanded its Sidewinder line of riflescopes with first focal plane (FFP) models, graduated in MOA.

SHOT Show 2019: Crimson Trace CSA-2309 3X-9X-40mm Sport Riflescope

Crimson Trace takes a big step from laser sights and lights to offer a full line of riflescopes in 2019. The CSA-2309 3X-9X-40mm Sport offers hunters a host of features such as zero-resettable turrets, 11 illumination settings and a first-focal-plane MOA-based holdover reticle at an attractive price.

New for 2024: Konus Eternity Riflescope

Developed with the precision of a First Focal Plane system and equipped with an accurate and versatile reticle of the PRS ballistic type, the Konus Eternity 6-24x50mm riflescope is notable for its extremely accessible zero-stop technology.

First Look: Vortex Razor HD LHT 4.5X-22X-50mm Riflescope

The new Vortex Razor HD LHT 4.5X-22-X50mm is a first-focal-plane riflescope designed to meet the needs of the Western hunter, while still retaining a weight that is among the lightest in its class.

First Look: Crimson Trace CSA-2309 2-Series Sport Riflescope

The new CSA-2309 2-Series Sport 3X-9X-40mm scope offers hunters a host of features such as zero-resettable turrets, 11 illumination settings and a first-focal-plane MOA-based holdover reticle at an attractive price.

GPO Introduces 15-45X60 Spotting Scope with FFP Reticle

GPO, USA is proud to introduce its new 15-45x60mm Tactical Spotting Scope, featuring the same reticle found in the company’s first focal plane (FFP) GPOTACä 4.5-27x50i FFP Tactical riflescope.

First Look: Trijicon Tenmile HX Riflescope

Ideal for maximizing long-range shooting and hunting, Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm is a first focal plane (FFP) riflescope designed for fast adjustment and precision bullet placement at any hunting distance.

FFP vs. SFP Riflescopes for Hunting

On a first focal plane riflescope, the reticle grows and shrinks as magnification is adjusted, allowing a hunter to use a reticle with holdover marks. This is not the case on a second focal plane scope. Which is best for your hunting rig?

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