TSN-99 SERIES PROMINAR
BRIGHT, WIDE CRYSTAL CLEAR
The new TSN-99 PROMINAR Series is the evolution of over six decades of Japanese optical design and technology. It utilizes the very best from Kowa’s optical heritage and benefits from features, technology and engineering developed by generations of Kowa optical experts.
The heart of this TSN-99S straight-view spotting scope set is the lens made of pure fluorite crystal.
THE ULTIMATE VIEWING EXPERIENCE - KOWA PURE FLUORITE CRYSTAL.
Fluorite crystal delivers the best viewing experience available today, eliminating virtually all chromatic aberration and delivering images of outstanding resolution and contrast.
Fluorite is considerably more difficult to handle than optical glass, it requires highly advanced processing technology.
Kowa put forth extra care, time and technique to produce the ultimate viewing experience with a pure fluorite crystal lens. It’s what makes Kowa unique.
TSN-99 PROMINAR Series Features:
- LARGE 99MM OBJECTIVE LENS
A large 99mm pure fluorite crystal objective lens paired with a Kowa XD concave lens produces superior lowlight performance and exquisite detail. This special combination combined with improved optical coatings virtually eliminates chromatic aberration even at high magnification. - DUAL FOCUS
The dual focus system is one of the defining features of Kowa flagship spotting scopes, highly engineered to give ultimate control, the TSN-99 PROMINAR is no exception, the optic is a dream to use out in the field. The dual focus mechanism is the gateway to controlling the image between your eye and the scope. Exquisite engineering is refined to make operation flawless. Quick focus allows for fast action to bring your subject in to detail in just a few smooth revolutions, whilst Fine focus gives pin-point, finger-tip control offering the ultimate in focussing accuracy with minute adjustments possible even when wearing gloves. - FORM & FUNCTION
The TSN-PROMINAR looks like no other scope, a statement of style and sophistication with bold details. But looks aren’t everything, every slender curve has been considered at the design stage and serves a purpose with comfort and ease of operation at the forefront. Smooth ergonomics combined with high end engineering delivers a scope that is easy to use out in the field for long periods of time. - BUILT TO WEATHER THE STORM
The TSN-99 PROMINAR series is built to last a life time - use it with absolute confidence even in the harshest of environments. Your reliable, life-long partner in any excursion to the great outdoors. The objective lens has further protection from the elements with Kowa’s unique KR coating which actively repels dirt, moisture and dust from building on the surface. - ROBUST & LIGHTWEIGHT
Under the beautiful shell of TSN-99 PROMINAR, a super strong magnesium alloy chassis is utilized, this lightweight material is created using a sophisticated moulding process called thixotrophic moulding, the result: A material with all the strength benefits of metal whilst still reaming lightweight. By employing the use of a 100% magnesium alloy structure, the TSN-99 PROMINAR series spotting scope is one of the most compact and lightweight in its class of large objective spotting scopes making it more portable than many other models. - DESIGNED TO DIGISCOPE
With an easy access collar on the main body of the scope, the TSN-99 PROMINAR can quickly be transformed in to a super telephoto lens system. Kowa offers one of the widest ranges of digiscoping adapters on the market with solutions for DSLR, compact system and many smartphone models. All are Just a few simple steps away for direct connection to the spotting scope body and you are ready to start digiscoping. The pure fluorite crystal lens is the perfect partner and a dream for any digiscoper with outstanding light transmission, virtually zero chromatic aberration (colour blur) and incredible sharpness.
KOWA SYSTEM
The unique and versatile accessory programme for Kowa TSN-99/TSN-88/TSN-880/TSN-770 PROMINAR spotting scopes:
One accessory thread - Endless possibilities.
The concept behind the Kowa SYSTEM is simple. It all starts with an easily accessible accessory thread on the spotting scope body.
- SMARTPHONE DIGISCOPE
With a selection of well over 100 model-specific smartphone cases and the universal smartphone adapter from SMARTOSCOPE, Kowa offers the most comprehensive range of adapters for this simple and uncomplicated type of digiscoping. - PHOTOGRAPHY
Kowa offers suitable adaptors for almost all types of system, SLR and compact cameras to connect them to your spotting scopes. - OBSERVATION
Kowa offers a selection of three differenteyepieces for the SYSTEM spotting scopes. - ASTRONOMY
Kowa offers two different adaptors for adapting astronomy eyepieces with a 1.25" connection to the SYSTEM spotting scope. - MORE RANGE
With the extender, you can increase the magnification factor of the spotting scope even further in order to recognise details at a greater distance. The TSN-EX16 is fully compatible with the photo adapters from Kowa and can also be combined with other extenders under ideal conditions.
