Leica Geovid 8x56 HD Binocular
Leica, the manufacturer of diversified optical products includes Binoculars as a segment in its sports optics category. It is remarkable when noted that they are the first ever brand to specialise by combining the high performance binoculars along with the laser range finder to give the user the dual benefit for tracking the desired objects.
Having been categorised under the GEOVID series is Leica Geovid 8x56 HD Roof Prism Binocular, which is been made with the improved light transmission ability through the new Fluoride glass and the water repellent AquaDura lens coating that is, been given. They are the optimised type of device to function well even in the low light conditions. If you are the one known for the high seat user then this is the choice given as best.
Physical characteristics:
The technology used for the magnification is the Roof prism, which comes with the phase correction coating of P40. This offers a clearer and glare less view of the object. The housing made of die-case aluminium that has a rubber armouring keeps it safe from shock. It comes with the nitrogen filled and the water tightness rates to the depth of 5m. All put together it is both waterproof and shock proofed device. The dimension of 182 x 135 x 68 mm defines its height, width and the depth, where as it weighs 1100 grams. However it is known to be a compact model when compared proportionally with the models of this ability.
Technical discussion:
Here is what goes important with the magnification ability and the aperture. They are 8x and 56mm respectively. Although its magnification is just as what is normally found it implies with the quality of performance. The aperture is quite large that makes sure to offer increased light transmission. Even in the dim light conditions like the times of dawn and dust, Leica Geovid 8x56 HD Waterproof and Shock Proof Binocular serves best to impress. The exit pupil of 7mm is another supportive detail for viewing in the dim lights.
In case of the twilight factor it is 21.2 while the eye relief is been stated to be 18.5 mm, this is above average and it obviously comforts the eyeglass wearers. The field of view at the distance of 1000 meters is 118 m. This Binocular offers a close focusing at the distance of 5.6m approximately. It also makes viewing the moving objects easily.
The diopter adjustment of + or – 3.5 diopters makes focusing an easy go. It gives steady images with less shakes making it suitable for all types of general observation. Leica Geovid 8x56 HD Long Distance Viewing Binocular ultimately opens up a real new dimension for viewing long distance objects and the low light conditions. Together it can also withstand the extreme weather conditions.
Delivery Scope:
Lieca offers various accessories as the package contents without any extra cost and they are Neoprene carrying strap, eyepiece cover, protective front lens cover, battery and Cordura case.
Leica Geovid 8x56 HD Binocular - Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | Leica |
| Model Name | Geovid 8x56 HD Binocular |
| Prism | Roof Prism with phase correction coating P40 |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Diameter of Objective Lens | 56 mm |
| Dimensions (H X W X D) mm | 182 x 135 x 68 mm |
| Twilight factor | 21.2 |
| Field of view at 1000 metres | 118 m |
| Close focus distance | 5.6 m |
| Focus system | Central |
| Rubber armouring | Yes |
| Weight | 1100 grams |
| Exit pupil | 7 mm |
| Applications | Long distance viewing, dim light viewing |
| Waterproof | Yes - up to depth of 5 m |
| Housing | Die-Cast Aluminium, nitrogen filled |
| Eye relief | 18.5 mm |
| Diopter compensation | + or - 3.5 diopters |
| Rubber armouring | Yes |
| Colour | Black |
| Delivery scope | Neoprene carrying strap, eyepiece cover, protective front lens cover, battery and Cordura case |
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