Specifications

Capacity

Performance data enables binoculars to be compared with one another.

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Type of build

Describes the internal structure of a pair of binoculars, thereby further subdividing the different types.

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Roof

A compact and modern binoculars design, in which the objective lens and the eyepiece lie in a straight line.

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Magnification

The first number in the binoculars’ model number represents the magnification. It specifies how much larger an object appears compared to when viewed with the naked eye.

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Front lens diameter (mm)

Front lens diameter

The second specification in the binoculars’ model number is the front lens diameter. The larger it is, the more light the binoculars collect.

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Eyepiece cups

The eyecups are located on the eyepieces and protect they eyes from stray light.

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rotatable

Focusing system

Binoculars are focused by focusing on the object, or rather the eyes of the observer.

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Central focusing

The sharpness is adjusted via a central focusing wheel.

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Special features

Binoculars can be equipped with additional functions such as an image stabilizer or a zoom.

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Zoom function

The binoculars’ magnification may be variably adjusted using either a lever or a scroll-wheel.

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Eyepieces for spectacle wearers

These eyepieces have a relatively large eye relief. It is possible to wear spectacles while observing and still benefit from a comfortable viewing position.

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yes

Image stabilizer

Compensates for the natural trembling of the hands. The picture is so stable, as if you were observing using a tripod.

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Compass

On these models, the compass display is usually shown in a small part of the field of view. A distinction is made between digital and manual versions.

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Rangefinder

An automatic or manual feature for measuring distances.

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Splash-proof

These binoculars may only be exposed to moderate moisture or light drops of water.

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yes

Watertight

Watertight optics are equipped with special seals and are gas-purged. This is usually with nitrogen or argon gas. Since these gases are heavier than air, they cannot escape.

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Protection bag

yes

Threaded tripod connector

A 1/4" thread for connection to a photographic tripod. Most binoculars require an additional tripod adapter.

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yes

Field of view

Information about the field of view enables binoculars to be more easily compared with one another.

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Field of view at 1,000 m (m)

Field of view at 1,000 m

The visible field in meters, that can be seen from a distance of 1,000 meters. This information is often more easily visualised as an angular measurement.

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133

Close focus limit (m)

Close focus limit

The shortest distance which can still be seen sharply through binoculars.

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1,5