Vector Optics Cerato 3‑9×32 SFP Riflescope

The Cerato 3‑9×32 SFP is a compact, lightweight riflescope engineered for shooters who value portability and clarity. With a true 3–9× magnification range and a 32 mm objective lens, it’s ideal for plinking, rimfire rifles, airguns, and tactical use.

Optical Design & Light Performance

The fully multi‑coated lenses deliver bright, edge‑to‑edge imagery with light transmission optimized for daylight use. Exit pupils range from approximately 10.6 mm at 3× to 3.6 mm at 9×, providing comfortable viewing and generous eye box even during dynamic shooting.

Compact, Eye‑Friendly Design

• Length & Weight: Just ~205–208 mm long and weighing ≈385 g for easy mounting and handling.
• Eye Relief: Generous 102 mm at low magnification, tapering to about 76 mm—ideal for both recoil safety and fast target acquisition.

Reticle & Illumination

The etched glass Mil‑Dot reticle is positioned in the second focal plane, maintaining consistent size across all magnification levels. The illumination system offers both red and green settings, perfect for low-light or high-contrast backgrounds.

Turrets & Adjustments

• Click Value: 1/4 MOA per click, with capped multi-turn turrets and audible clicks.
• Adjustments: Up to ~120 MOA elevation and ~120 MOA windage for long-distance correction.
• Turret Lock Feature: Locks turret after zeroing to prevent accidental shifts.

Focus & Durability

• Parallax/Side Focus: Adjustable down to 3 yd (or meters) with selectable distances (3, 5, 10, 15, 25, 50, 100, ∞).
• Construction: Crafted from 25.4 mm (1 inch) aircraft‑grade aluminium, nitrogen-purged and O‑ring sealed for fog‑, dust‑ and water‑resistance (shock tested to ≈750 g).
• Diopter Compensation: Fast‑focus eyepiece allowing clear vision from ‑2.0 to +2.0 diopters.

Tech Specs

Summary

The Vector Optics Cerato 3‑9×32 SFP stands out as an ultra-compact entry-level scope offering surprising optical quality and useful features. It delivers bright, fully coated glass, versatile illumination, a solid adjustment range, and reliable build in a miniature package—ideal for lightweight firearms, airguns, and rimfire setups.