Garmin
Garmin Approach Z82
$599.99
Released 2020-04
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Garmin Approach Z82 vs Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED is cheaper at $449.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
Nikon
Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED
$449.95Cheaper
Released 2021
Which is better: the Garmin Approach Z82 or Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED is the cheaper at $449.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Garmin Approach Z82 | Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $599.99 | $449.95 |
| Brand | Garmin | Nikon |
| Released | 2020-04 | 2021 |
| Max range yards | 450 | 1200 |
| Magnification | 6x | 6x |
| Slope | Yes | Yes |
| Slope toggle | Yes | Yes |
| Accuracy yards | 0.028 | 0.75 |
| Image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Target lock vibration | Yes | No |
| Release | 2020 | 2021 |
Sources — Garmin Approach Z82: garmin.com (verified 2026-06-19). Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED: imaging.nikon.com (verified 2026-06-19).
What's the difference between the Garmin Approach Z82 and Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Max range yards: Garmin Approach Z82 450 vs Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED 1200
- Accuracy yards: Garmin Approach Z82 0.028 vs Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED 0.75
- Target lock vibration: Garmin Approach Z82 true vs Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED false