This is a top range binocular with 20x magnification and massive 80mm objective lenses for optimum light gathering and sharp images. Its Bak-4 prisms and fully broadband multi-coated optical system provide stunningly bright images.
The large 23mm eyepieces have soft fold-down rubber eyecups (40mm in diameter) making the binoculars effective and comfortable whether or not you wear spectacles.
These binoculars are suitable for medium-to-long-range terrestrial and astronomical observations, such as the observation of animals and bird watching, long distance coastal, moon and planetary observations.
The binocular has a built in central stabilising bar with a sliding/lockable tripod adaptor for optimum positioning/balancing on tripod.
Key Features:
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Magnification: 20x
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Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
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Field of View: 189 ft./1000 yds (or 63m/1000m)
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Prism System: Bak-4 Porro Prism
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Optics Coating: Fully broadband multicoated green coating
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Large Eyepieces: 23mm in diameter, with large fold down rubber eyecups (40mm)
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Long Eye Relief
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Close Focus Distance: 12m (39 ft.)
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Water Proof Body Structure: rubber armoured, water/rain proof construction.
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Tripod Mount: built with tripod adapter and sliding/lockable stabilizer.
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Dimensions: 330mm(H) x 230mm(W) x 100mm(D)
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Weight: Approx. 2.2kg (4.8 lb.)
These giant 20x80 binoculars can fit user IPD (inter-pupillary distance) from 57mm to 73mm.
Package includes: Nipon 20x80 binoculars with built in tripod adaptor and stabilizer; protective caps and rain-guard eyepiece cap; lens cleaning cloth; neck strap; nylon carry case with shoulder strap; user manual.
Note: For their size and weight, these giant binoculars will need to be mounted on a sturdy tripod during their normal use. Of the two types of large tripods available from this store, it is recommended to use the stronger heavy-duty tripod model with thicker tripod legs for these binoculars.
Here are links to the "table-top tripod" and the "large heavy-duty tripod".
Please read an expert review on these 20x80 binoculars from Cardiff Astronomical Society.
