Zeiss Conquest V4 3-12x56

• 56 mm objective for low-light hunting: The large objective lens and 90% light transmission help the scope hold image brightness later into the evening, which matters when game appears at the edge of legal shooting light.
• 3-12x magnification range: This zoom span covers short to medium-long hunting distances with one optic, giving a wide enough view at 3x for woodland shots and enough reach at 12x for more deliberate placement.
• Illuminated SFP reticle: The second focal plane reticle stays visually consistent through the zoom range, while the red illuminated center helps the aiming point stand out against dark animals or shaded backgrounds.
• Capped hunting turrets: The low-profile capped adjustment system protects the zero from accidental movement during transport, stalking, and high-seat use, making it better suited to set-and-hunt use than frequent dialing.
• 30 mm nitrogen-purged tube: The aluminum main tube, waterproof and fogproof construction, and shock-resistant build support dependable use in cold mornings, wet weather, and rough field handling.

About the Zeiss Conquest V4 Series

The ZEISS Conquest V4 series sits in the brand’s hunting and shooting lineup as a versatile family of variable-power riflescopes built around a 4x zoom ratio and a practical, field-oriented feature set. ZEISS currently offers the series in 1-4x24, 3-12x56, 4-16x44, 4-16x50, and 6-24x50 configurations, covering everything from driven hunting to long-range and target-oriented use. Across the range, the design focuses on adaptable magnification, straightforward controls, and durable mechanics rather than overly specialized layouts.

Second-focal-plane reticles are a defining feature of the Conquest V4 family, and reticle as well as illumination options vary by model so the series can serve different hunting styles. ZEISS also uses its T* lens coatings and LotuTec lens protection in the series, pairing optical clarity with easier cleaning and better resistance to water and dirt in the field. A 30 mm main tube and nitrogen-purged construction are standard series traits, while turret configurations differ by model, including classic capped hunting turrets and more dialing-oriented setups on selected versions. The result is a riflescope line aimed at hunters and shooters who want dependable ZEISS optics in a broad range of real hunting applications.

About the Zeiss Conquest V4 3-12x56

The Zeiss Conquest V4 3-12x56 is the low-light specialist of the V4 family, built for hunters who spend time in high seats, on field edges, or in woodland clearings where the last minutes of usable light matter most. Its 3-12x magnification range gives it a broad working envelope: 3x remains practical for closer encounters and scanning, while 12x provides enough image scale for careful shot placement at longer distances. Combined with the 56 mm objective lens, that makes this model especially well suited to twilight hunting where image brightness and aiming precision need to work together.

The optical layout is supported by 90% light transmission, a 12.70 m/100m field of view on low power, and a constant 90 mm eye relief. In practice, this gives the shooter a forgiving sight picture and stable head position, which is useful when shooting from awkward rests or heavier-recoiling hunting rifles. The second focal plane reticle keeps its apparent size unchanged as magnification changes, so the view stays uncluttered at higher power and familiar at lower settings. Red illumination with daytime-visible intensity and auto shut-off helps the aiming point remain easy to pick up against dark game or mixed backgrounds without overpowering the image.

Mechanically, this model follows a classic hunting format. Capped turrets protect the settings against accidental movement, and the fixed 100 m parallax keeps operation simple in the field. The 30 mm tube, nitrogen filling, and waterproof, fogproof, shockproof construction support reliable use across changing weather and temperatures from -20 / +55 °C. At 610.00 g and 368.00 mm, it remains substantial enough for stable handling without becoming overly specialized or cumbersome on a hunting rifle.

About Zeiss

Carl Zeiss opened an optical and precision-mechanics workshop in Jena in 1846, laying the foundation for what became ZEISS, a German optics company now headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. In sport optics, ZEISS develops binoculars, riflescopes, and spotting scopes for hunting and outdoor use, with product families that include Victory, Conquest, and Terra. The company is particularly known for applying its broader optical expertise to practical field equipment rather than treating hunting optics as a separate sideline.

Within this category, ZEISS is closely associated with proprietary lens technologies such as ZEISS T* coatings and LotuTec protective coatings, both of which are used across its sport-optics range. The brand also builds integrated ranging and ballistic capability into selected products, such as Victory RF binoculars that combine binocular optics with a laser rangefinder and app-based ballistic support. That background gives ZEISS a strong reputation among hunters who prioritize optical clarity, dependable mechanics, and weather-resistant construction in riflescopes and other field optics.

Main Features

• Magnification: 3.00 x - 12.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 56.00 mm
• Main tube diameter: 30 mm
• Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP
• Adjustment per click: 10mm/100m - 0.10MIL
• Elevation adjustment range: 20.00 mrad / 68.00 MOA
• Windage adjustment range: 20.00 mrad / 68.00 MOA
• Eye relief: 90.00 mm
• Field of view: 12.70 m/100m - 3.20 m/100m
• Parallax setting: 100 m
• Parallax adjustment: No
• Illumination: Yes, red
• Daytime-usable illumination: Yes
• Auto Turn-Off: Yes
• Turret type: Capped
• Zero Stop: No
• Turret rotation direction: CCW
• Light transmission: 90%
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Fast focus eyepiece: Yes
• Length: 368.00 mm
• Weight: 610.00 g
• Housing fill: Nitrogen
• Working temperature range: -20 / +55 °C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Shockproof: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: Japan

Warranty

10 years. ZEISS states a 10-year warranty for this riflescope, making it a strong fit for long-term hunting use and regular field carry.