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redefined The Leica Ultravid class has always impressed with its technical excellence and optical quality. Now, Leica engineers have once again set new standards with the innovative Ultravid HD models with 50, 42 and 32 mm objective lens diameters.
The robust all-rounder
They are almost as compact as a 32 model and almost as fast as a 50 model. The 42 mm Ultravids also impress with all the advantages of the new HD models, such as Leica AquaDuraTM and new FL glass types.
SPECIAL FEATURES of the Leica Ultravid HD models in detail:
Fluoride optics
With the help of new fluoride (FL) glass types, the colour fidelity and contrast of the images in the Leica HD models have been further improved. Optical FL glass consists largely of calcium fluoride, a mineral with a crystalline structure. Unlike conventional optical glass, this produces very low dispersion (light scattering) and significantly better aberration correction. The viewing experience is more natural and impressive than ever before.
Inspired by nature: Leica AquaDuraTM
The binocular models with new HD and APO optics are now equipped with Leica AquaDuraTM, a hydrophobic coating that ensures clear vision even in bad weather thanks to its water- and dirt-repellent properties. Just like the leaves of a lotus plant, raindrops simply roll off the optics, and fingerprints and dirt particles are much easier to remove. In addition, Leica AquaDuraTM protects the valuable optics even more effectively against damage thanks to its increased abrasion resistance.
Increased light transmission
Thanks to the consistent further development of the anti-reflection coatings and the mirror coatings on the prisms, the already very high transmission has been increased by a good 3 percent. Image brightness is crucial, especially in poor lighting conditions and at dusk. Optimising a coating specifically for night-time use with conventional optics comes at the expense of colour neutrality, which is a disadvantage for daytime observation – the image can take on a blue cast. Reversing this approach can result in a green cast in the image. The new Leica HD line now reliably combines optimum image brightness with consistent colour neutrality.
Excellent imaging performance in difficult light
Scattered or false light can significantly impair the viewing experience. To effectively prevent this, Leica has taken a number of measures to ensure a clear, high-resolution image without contrast reduction or restrictions due to milky veils, even in difficult side-light and backlight situations. A specially developed software simulation makes stray light visible as early as the development phase. The designs of the new HD models have been optimised with an improved housing shape, better light-absorbing coatings, diaphragms and stray light traps, so that stray light is now (almost) non-existent. After all, you can't choose the position of the sun when observing nature.
Constantly smooth focusing – independent of temperature
The mechanics of the Ultravid HD focusing system have been further refined. This makes focusing even smoother and ensures that it remains free of play throughout the entire range. Optimised material combinations and sliding discs made of extremely strong high-performance plastic are used. Conventional greased focusing mechanisms can become sluggish in cold conditions and too smooth at higher temperatures. These focusing mechanisms can also feel "sticky", and at higher temperatures there is even a risk of grease escaping and running into the optics.
These risks are eliminated with the optimised Leica focusing system.
All Ultravid HD 42 models are available with shock-absorbing rubber armouring in black.
LEICA ULTRAVID 8 x 42 HD
- rich in contrast images both during the day and at twilight
- for many, the optimal ratio of magnification, field of view, brightness and weight
