Binocular Reviews

Overview: Vortex Vanquish 8×26 Outdoor Binocular emerges as an infallible product of the performing brand under the series of ‘Vanquish’ is a pack of unerring features. For the many who desire to have the perfect feel of the landscape and other outdoor activities find this binocular the best suitable one.

Design: Elegant is the shape with the body colour of green gives a professional look. It takes a dimension of 4.7 inches length and 4.4 inches width. Weighing just as little as 12.7 ounces keeps it going competitive with the compact models. It functions with the reverse porro prism technology that is efficient enough to picturise the difficult view. It has rubber armouring that protects the internals and the body from cracking even after many hits or drops.

Optics: With the high-density glass optics, obtaining clearer and brighter view is possible. They are crispier by eliminating the smear and shadowing in vision. The optics is fully multi-coated and that allows more light gathering ability to produce brighter images.

Technical:

• The magnification ability of Vortex Vanquish 8×26 Porro Prism Binocular is 8 times of the original size.
• With the objective lens diameter of 26mm, the light gathering ability is good enough to produce brighter images.
• The exit pupil is been stated to be 3.25mm and with the eye relief of 15mm gives a comfortable observation for even the spectacle wearers.

Field of view: The field of view at the distance of 1000 yards is 352 feet and the close focus is 7.6 feet. This suits best for observing moving objects like the wild life and sports activities.

Proof: Lets you forget about the weather and the involvement continues with out being disturbed. It consists of diamond-patterned body on the rubber armouring that provides a perfect grip even in the extreme of weather conditions. It also eliminates the worry of getting drenched during the downpour as the binocular has a waterproof seal. In addition, fog proof prevents internal fogging during the temperature change. This is possible because of the nitrogen gas purging.

Applications: It projects to be an all rounder and gives a wide area of application. Be it hunting, traveling, wildlife, sporting, bird watching and this kind of any outdoor activities, this Binocular proves to be a best companion. More functional is its application in the daylight.

Accessories: the various accessories that come along with Vortex Vanquish 8×26 Waterproof and Fogproof Binocular are the rain guard, comfort neck strap and a soft carry case.

Warranty: It comes with the lifetime warranty given by the manufacturer.

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Vortex Vanquish Compact 8×26 Binoculars - Technical Specification Table

Luger DF 8×56 Binocular - Roof Prism, Waterproof, larger Objective Lens Diameter

Brand: LUGER Optik – the manufacture of wide range of optical products, has a customer support in more than 30 countries. The company defines each of its products with reliable quality.

Model: Luger DF 8×56 Binocular

Application: This Bird Watching Binocular has the capacity to take you to the heights of observation level. For those who are interested in hunting, bird watching and serious nature and wild life observers can rely on this set of binoculars. The most impressive aspect of this model is that it produces clearer, brighter and crispier images even in poor light conditions. It also goes well for general outdoor observation. All those who are in beginner level or intermediate levels can make the best use of this product.

Type: Luger DF 8×56 Waterproof Binocular belongs to the roof prism type. With the benefits of being roof prism this model becomes more appealing. They are slimmer and since they have elongated light path the vision is brighter and more natural.

Magnification and Objective lens diameter: The magnification ability of this binocular is 8x that means it can get the viewing object 8 times closer than the normal vision. With the objective lens diameter of 56mm, that is large enough to gather more light than the normal models. This Binocular is definitely better than the models that have an objective lens diameter lower than 56mm. Hence, it is capable of producing clearer images even in dim atmosphere.

Exit pupil: The exit pupil is the bright circular area found inside the eyepiece and normally the larger the diameter the better is the quality of image. Knowing the exit pupil of this Binocular to be 7mm, that is too good to be criticised. Anybody who would like to compare with other model can feel the difference in just one try. It gives pride to the owners among the many envious eyes.

Field of view / Close focus: The field of view at the distance of 1000 metres is 114 metres. It is possible to get the image closer to 114 meters when it is 1000 metres away. On the other hand, the close focus is 8 metres.

Lens coating: This feature qualifies the binocular for various applications. Coating reduces the reflection and allows more light to pass through. This model consists of ‘Phase Differential correction Coating’ for its lens and these fully coated lenses all in air to glass surfaces that produces even along with bright images.

Waterproof: This model has a waterproofed design that has been hermetically sealed with the nitrogen gas filled. This helps to keep the unit dry even when submersed in water.

Miscellaneous:

• Luger DF 8×56 Roof Prism Binocular comes with the body colour of black with rubber armouring.
• The dimension of this product is 139 x 230 x 60mm.
• It weighs 1046 grams.
• It is compatible for tripod fitting.
• The package contents along with the binocular are the bag, carrying strap and an integrated tripod thread.

Luger DF 8×56 Hunting Binocular - Technical Specification Table

Mr iSpy Digital Camera Binocular has a special function that is capable of taking pictures of what ever you see through it. This might excite anybody and particularly the budding spy, the nature observers, bird watchers can stick on to this during the activities. It gives the total family fun, folic and best during the festive seasons too. Gone are the moments when the observation through the binocular is been only described. Today, with this model, those descriptions can be pictured for reference or sharing with others.

Did I say taking pictures? Yes! However, does not stop there, it is capable of recording what ever you see through. Those far off objects with unimagined details can be recorded and it does not record the sound. This can thrill anybody and the technology behind this are been discussed in detail.

Display: The i Spy Digital Camera Binocular that gives awesome functions has a display screen that displays the model and selections. It consists of a three digits 888 + Icon that are a monochrome LCD display.

Image sensor / Resolution: It features as the world’s only kind of binocular that is so enduring to record what ever is been seen through.  The image sensor of Mr ISpy Digital Camera USB 1.1 Binocular is 1.3 Mega pixels CMOS that is good enough for those natural recordings. The images can be recorded with different resolution of either high or low. In case of the high resolution, it goes maximum up to 1280 x 1024 pixels and the minimum resolution is 640 x 480 pixels. The file format of the still images is JPG.

Memory / Storage capacity: This model has a built-in memory of 16MB SDRAM that is capable of storing images about 40-50 in case of low resolution and about 100 – 150 images in case of high resolution. However, the storage capacity of the stated number of images also depends on the photo size.

Technical:

• The focal length of this model is 28mm and the focus ratio is 2.8.
• The focus ranges from the minimum of 10 metres to the maximum of infinity.
• It has an interface of USB 1.1 that is compatible to PC for the transfer of files.

Video: The Binocular that is capable of recording moving pictures stores in the file format of AVI. The video frame rate at the resolution and model of QVAG 320 x 240 it can vary from nine frames per second to 13 frames per second.

Mode: The various modes under which this binocular can function are the digital video recorder that records moving objects without recording the sound. The digital photo recorder that records as image file of what ever you see. PC camera that can transfer the files to the PC through the provided interface and the Mass storage is what it can store in the product itself without the need of transferring.

Miscellaneous

• This model has a power control that switches off automatically when the binocular is been left idle for more than 30 seconds.
• It is been operated manually with the power on and off switch.
• Found in this model is the self-timer that starts taking photos at the delay of 10 seconds.
• The power source for this product is with the batteries of two x AAA alkaline.
• The weight of this model is 350 grams without the batteries.

Package contents: Mr iSpy Digital Camera 16MB Binocular come with the colourful package that includes along with the binocular are the USB cable, Ulead software and a hand strap.

Mr iSpy has innovated this product with the joint venture between Chilli Technology and Darryn Lyons. With their remarkable experience in the photography field has made to turnout this product as a successful one considering its features and functionality. This model stands today to be the best companion from the older kids to the eventful adults.

Mr iSpy Digital Camera Binocular - Technical Specifications, Features

Brand: Leica

‘Leica Camera AG‘ is an international company and a popular brand in the optical industry. Having originated in Germany with the wide range of products has today spread worldwide.

Model: Ultravid BR 20 Compact Binocular

Leica Ultravid BR 20 Compact Binocular belongs to the compact series of the brand and these Ultravid Models are very compact and robust. They seem to be small but give a high performance at general outdoor observations.

Structure:

This Compact binocular is been structured with Roof prism. The housing is made of aluminium and is been filled with nitrogen gas. It has rubber armouring and is highly shock absorbent. The body colour of black looks very modish. The dimension and the weight of this product are 93H x 111W x 39D mm and 240 grams respectively. It consists of a special Phase correcting Coating P40 and HighLux-System HLS.

Observation:

Leica Ultravid BR 20 Roof Prism Binocular has a focus system of Internal focusing through the central focusing knob. The centre wheel gives easy adjustments to clear focus and viewing. The objective lens diameter is 20mm and the magnification ability is 8 times to the original size. Viewing objects that are far and even close meets the desired results with the Aspherical lens technology. Focusing to the edges is also possible without any colour fringes. While viewing closer images that get even closer to you, produces spectacular observation.

Technical:

• This Compact Binocular churn out the field of view at 1000m as close to 113m, this makes great for observing wildlife, nature and bird watching too.
• The close focusing is up to 1.8m that gets hold of the closer images even closer, this feature comparatively seems better to even the high-end models.
• With the long eye relief and the special eyepieces, it gives viewing comfort even to the eyeglass wearers.
• Found in this model are 6 lenses on each side and all with HDC coating. This gives clearer and precise viewing without any colour fringes.
• This Roof prism model with Phase Correcting coating P40 and HighLux-System HLS gives an improved definition to the binocular.
• This Binocular proves to be waterproof with the nitrogen gas filling. Hence, worry not for the rain or any water splash.
• The water tightness shows up to the depth of 5 metres in water.
• The exit pupil and the twilight factor are 2.5mm and 12.7 respectively.

With the set compactness, in concert with its robustness and waterproof design it seems to be suitable for travelling. The package contents of Leica Ultravid BR 20 Waterproof Binocular are Woven carrying strap, Eyepiece cover and Cordura case with belt loop.

Leica Ultravid BR20 Binocular - Technical Specifications, Features

Konus 2254 Sporty 10×50 - Ruby-Coated Lens, Wide Angle Vision & Non-Skid Body

KONUS - the Italian company, established during 1979 with a vision to provide quality optical products. Among its many models, this ‘Sporty’ series is a category specially designed to suit sports activities. Konus 2254 Sporty 10×50 W A Binocular belongs to this category.

This Wide Angle Binocular has the characteristics that suit best for the sports events. They work to produce perfect image grasping even with the moving objects. When you are keen watching your favourite sport, those moves of your favourite player can be easily observed with this ready to use model. Handling is so easy, requires no complicated adjustments, and allows to just looking through the lenses.

This model is supportive in producing sharp and focused images. They belong to the roof prism category with the magnification of 10x and the lens diameter of 50mm. It also comes in another model of ‘7×50’. All the models that feature with the diameter of 50mm give a wide-angle vision. With the ‘Wide Angle’ vision it covers more area under the focus, along with the fixed focus system using Konus 2254 Sporty 10×50 Wide Angle Binocular is comfortable. The distance focused with this binocular is the minimum of 20m to the maximum of infinite. It does not consist of any eyepieces. The field of view at 1000m is 96m and the exit pupil is 5mm.

With the wide lens diameter, the light gathering ability also increases and hence better images are been obtained even in dim light. The lens of this model comes with a special treatment of ‘Ruby-Coating’. This lens coating bring in sharper images and no more worry about the foggy atmosphere as the images produced are even brighter than most other models of its kind.

This Binocular has no compromise on its structure and design. It has a body colour of black with a rubberised housing. It features with the non-skid body and hence rough handling does not affect the mechanism inside. It weighs about 770 grams and is compatible with tripod. On using the tripod, it not only sets the hands free but also gives a shake free viewing.

This model comes in a stylish package that along with the binocular includes a tissue case, shoulder strap and the lenses cover. The manufacturer makes Konus 2254 Sporty 10×50 W A Binocular better than the previous ‘Model 2253’ in terms of the magnification, field of view, image clarity and added to it is that this upgraded model weighs less than that.

Konus 2254 Sporty 10×50 Binocular - Technical Specifications, Features