Binoculars
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PENTAX Binoculars and Optical Instruments: Your Best Partners for Top-Quality Viewing Always a technological leader and innovator in high-precision optical products, PENTAX offers an excellent selection of high-performance binoculars and optical instruments to accommodate the diversified needs of the most discerning viewers around the world. Whatever your requirements or applications, PENTAX has the perfect choice to make your viewing experiences more pleasant, comfortable and enjoyable than ever before!
The Backbone of PENTAX’s Technological Excellence High-Refraction BaK4 glass prism Thanks to its outstanding refraction index, the PENTAX-developed BaK4 glass prism is highly acclaimed for its perfectly round exit pupil and clear, unvignetted image. BaK4
Image
BK7
Eyepiece
Multi-Layer Coating Important optical elements of the PENTAX binoculars are treated with time-proven multi-layer coating, which not only improves light transmission efficiency to deliver bright, high-contrast images without flare, but also reduces eye fatigue even during extended observation.
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The Backbone of PENTAX’s Technological Excellence
Aspherical Optical Element
Inner-Focus Optical Design
The PENTAX-developed aspherical optical element greatly improves image brightness and sharpness, while minimizing disturbing distortions.
Incorporated in all DCF-series models, plus the UCF WP and PCF WP models, this sophisticated optical design is ideal for waterproof models that require a fully airtight body construction. It also contributes to a considerable reduction in size and weight and improves overall balance by minimizing a weight shift during focusing.
Aspherical lens
Conventional lens
Objective lens Focusing lens
Roof prism
High-Resolution Phase Coating The roof prisms of all DCF-series models are specially treated with high-resolution phase coating. Previously incorporated only in the most expensive models, this special process cancels the phase difference created on the wave front of light passing through a roof prism, thus producing sharp, high-contrast images with much improved resolution.
Waterproof Construction Featuring an airtight, nitrogen-filled waterproof construction, all DCF-series models, plus the PCF WP and PIF models and the spotting scopes, are especially designed for use on and around the water and at extreme temperatures. The UCF WP models also feature a waterproof body to protect the internal mechanisms against rain, water and moisture.* * These binoculars and spotting scopes are not designed for underwater use and should not be submerged in water.
Eyepiece lens
Functional, Maneuverable Body Design The body and optical mechanism of PENTAX binoculars and spotting scopes are computer-designed to ensure the easiest handling possible and minimize overall size and weight, without sacrificing optical performance.
Long Eye Relief The long eye relief offered in most PENTAX binoculars and spotting scopes allows the viewer to check the entire field of view clearly and effortlessly. This feature is especially beneficial for eyeglass wearers. Long eye relief Binoculars Eyepiece lens
Protective Rubber Housing Most binoculars and all spotting scopes are encased in highly durable rubber housings, which are designed to protect the optical mechanisms inside from shock and damage, while enhancing holding comfort and maneuverability even under adverse conditions.
Light flux
Ordinary eye relief
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Unsurpassed Quality and Performance for Uncompromising Users
DCF SP
DCF Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
Straight-Line Optics for Topmost Quality and Performance The PENTAX DCF series consists of four different types: the top-of-the-line DCF SP, heavy-duty DCF XP, sleek-styled DCF HRII, and compact DCF MP. All DCF-series models feature high-performance straight-line optics with high-resolution phase-coated roof prisms and multi-coated optical elements. They also come equipped with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6), with a full-body protective rubber housing and a sophisticated inner-focus optical design. The PENTAX DCF series is the best choice for uncompromising observers who demand optimal image quality under all viewing conditions.
● A choice of five models in three different magnifications (8, 10 and 12.5 times) ● Durable magnesium body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Extra-short minimum focusing distance ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings ● Rain-shielding eyepiece caps
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Compact Dimensions and Heavy-Duty Construction
DCF Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
DCF XP
Sleek Design with High-Resolution Images
DCF HRII
● Large 42mm objective lenses with a choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings ● Rain-shielding eyepiece caps
Multi-Purpose Design with Reliability and Portability
DCF MP ● Fiber-reinforced plastic body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Extra-short minimum focusing distance (1.5m/4.9 ft.) ● Long eye relief (20mm for the 8x33; 18mm for the 10x33) ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings 7
● A choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings 8
Variable Magnification for All-Purpose Versatility
UCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
Eye-Catching Design with Quality and Innovation
UCF ZOOM
The PENTAX UCF series offers 10 distinctive models in four types to accommodate a wide range of user requirements: the versatile UCF ZOOM, waterproof UCF WP, multi-purpose UCF XII, and pocket-sized UCF R. All UCF models feature high-performance porro-prism optics and are encased in a protective rubber housing. The PENTAX-developed dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system minimizes eye fatigue by preventing misalignment of the lens barrels during viewing. The BaK4 glass prisms and aspherical lens elements produce sharp, high-contract images with minimal distortion. The PENTAX UCF series is the ideal choice for people with an active, fashionable lifestyle.
● Compact dimensions and variable magnification ● Effortless focusing and zooming operations ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Long eye relief
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Streamlined Design with Waterproof Construction
UCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
UCF WP
High-Quality Viewing and Multi-Purpose Design
UCF XII
● A choice of four magnifications (8, 10, 12 and 16 times) ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Large 25mm objective lenses ● Multi-coated optical elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.)
Compact, Lightweight Design for Outstanding Portability
UCF R ● Waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● Multi-coated optical elements and aspherical eyepiece lens elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Long eye relief (15mm) and short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.) ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings
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● A choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Multi-coated optical elements and aspherical eyepiece lens elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Diopter adjuster with click-stop center pointer 12
FB Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
Superb Versatility with Variable Magnification Unmatched Portability with Superb Optical Performance
FB ZOOM
Encased in a fashionably designed housing, the ultra-compact PENTAX FB series combines go-anywhere portability with high-quality viewing. Incorporating high-performance roof-prism optics, all FB-series models are designed to produce bright, clear images, despite their ultra-compact dimensions. Their simple-to-use center-focusing system, easy eye-distance adjustment mechanism, short minimum focusing distance, and user-friendly diopter adjustment mechanism combine to enhance viewing comfort and operational versatility. Offering five attractive models in three types, the PENTAX FB series is the perfect partner for active urban people who enjoy art, theater and sports in their everyday life.
● Ultra-compact, go-anywhere design ● Stylish aluminum-alloy housing ● 6~12-times variable magnification ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (2.0m/6.6 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements
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Fashionable Aluminum-Alloy Housing with High-Definition TV-Sized Image
High-Quality Images and Great Portability
FB Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
FB
● Stylish aluminum-alloy housing ● 16:9 rectangular image area proportioned to high-definition TV screen ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements 15
FB Lite
● Ultra-compact, go-anywhere design ● 4:3 rectangular image area ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.8m/5.9 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements
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Waterproof Reliability with a Choice of Six Magnifications
Multi-Purpose Design with Excellent Viewing Comfort
XCF XCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PCF WP
● High-performance porro-prism optics with a choice of six magnifications (7, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 20 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction with full-body protective rubber housing ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Inner-focus optical design with fully encased focusing arm and focus-lock mechanism 17
● High-performance porro-prism optics with a choice of four magnifications (8, 10, 12 and 16 times) ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Full-body protective rubber housing ● Extra-large focus ring ● Fold-back-type eyepiece rings
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Unmatched Reliability under Extreme Conditions
Fashionable Design and Go-Anywhere Portability
MCF II
PIF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
MCF II Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PIF
● High-performance porro-prism optics ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 7) ● Extra-durable full-body rubber housing ● Field flattener lenses ● Independent focus system ● Super-Multi-Coating optical elements ● Long eye relief
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● High-performance porro-prism optics ● Compact, ergonomic body design ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Rubber eyepiece rings ● Detachable hand strap
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Spotting Scopes
Reliable Heavy-Duty Design for the Most Demanding Field Work
Spotting Scopes PENTAX offers three high-performance spotting scopes to accommodate specialized viewing applications in the field. With an optional camera adapter, these spotting scopes can also be used as high-resolution super-telephoto lenses.
● Lightweight magnesium-alloy body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● Large-aperture objective lens with ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements ● Protective rubber housing ● Extra-long eye relief ● Built-in lens hood ● Choice of straight-line lens barrel (PF-80ED/PF-100ED) or 45-degree slanted lens barrel (PF-80EDA) 21
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Optimizing Image Quality and Viewing Comfort of PENTAX Spotting Scopes
For Professional-Standard Viewing of Photographic Images
Photo Lupes
XW7
XW10
Photo Lupes
With a lineup of four compact, high-performance XW-series models and a versatile zoom model, the smc PENTAX eyepieces are designed to provide optimum performance with the PENTAX spotting scopes.
XW14
● Large-aperture design with an extra-wide viewing area ● Large rubber eyepiece ring ● 5~11-times variable magnification with aspherical lens elements (the zoom model only) ● Super-Multi-Coating optical elements (the 5.5x model only) ● Long eye relief
XW20 ZOOM EYEPIECE 8-24mm
Converting PENTAX Spotting Scopes for High-Magnification Photography
For Speedy, Effortless Shift between Handheld and Tripod-Mount Applications
Camera Adapter
Used to mount a spotting scope onto a PENTAX K-mount SLR camera body, the PF-CA35 camera adapter turns the scope into a super-telephoto lens (with a focal length of 1,000mm with the PF-80ED and PF-80EDA and 1,250mm with the PF-100ED).
Tripod Adapters
Tripod Adapters
Spotting Scope Accessories
Eyepieces
These adapters facilitate the setting and removal of PENTAX binoculars onto and from a tripod.
Tripod Adapter TP-3
Tripod Adapter N
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Tripod Adapter U
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How to Select the Best Viewing Partner! The following are several important yardsticks to help you select the pair of binoculars that best suites your requirements. Roof Prism vs. Porro Prism Both roof- and porro-prism optics are designed to turn the image upside down — from an inverted image to an erect image — by incorporating convex optical elements in their objective and eyepiece lenses. However, each design has some definite advantages. Featuring a straight-line axis and high-precision optics, the roof-prism design is better equipped for specialized applications. At the same magnification, it also allows for a more compact, streamlined body for enhanced maneuverability and portability. On the other hand, the porro-prism design combines time-honored optics and solid viewing performance with a familiar, functional styling. It is customarily employed in popular, multi-purpose models. Roof Prism
Porro Prism
Eyepiece lens
Eyepiece lens
Roof prism
Porro prism
Objective lens
Objective lens
were standing at a distance of 100 meters (approx. 89 yards). The greater the magnification, the less bright the image and the narrower the angle of view. Since high-magnification models also increase the risk of binocular shake, use of a tripod is recommended for these models. If your application involves occasional high-magnification viewing, a zoom model may be a good option. Image Brightness When you hold your binoculars at 30 centimeters (approx. one foot) away from your eye, you will see a bright spot, or “exit pupil,” in the middle of the eyepiece lens. The larger the diameter of the exit pupil, the brighter the image field. As a simple yardstick, a diameter of three millimeters assures comfortable daytime viewing, while that of five to seven millimeters is required for astronomical observation. The exit pupil can be easily calculated by dividing the effective aperture of the objective lens by the magnification, while the relative brightness can be obtained by squaring the exit pupil. For the same magnification, binoculars with a larger exit pupil offer a brighter image field and are better equipped for observations under poor lighting conditions at dawn or dusk. Angle of View Expressed in degrees, the term “angle of view” is a yardstick for the image field that can be seen without moving the binoculars. The greater the magnification, the narrower the angle of view. So binoculars with a greater angle of view are recommended for observation of fast-action sports and active subjects, while a pair with a greater magnification is better suited for observation of subjects at great distance. If the subject is at a distance of 1,000 meters (approx. 1,110 yards), for instance, binoculars with a five-degree angle of view offer a circular image field of 87 meters (approx. 97 yards) in diameter. A 10x50 model with a 5 real angle of view 1,000m/1,110 yd. 100m/110 yd. (= 1,000m 10)
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Angle of view 5 87m/97 yd.
Apparent angle of view 50
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Specifications Model:
8x32 DCF SP
8x43 DCF SP
10x43 DCF SP
10x50 DCF SP
12.5x50 DCF SP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 32mm 7.5 131m 393 ft. 4.0mm 17mm 16 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 126 x 127 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.0 x 2.0 in. 660g (23.2 oz.)
8X 43mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.4mm 22mm 29 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 126 x 146 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.7 x 2.0 in. 695g (24.5 oz.)
10X 43mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 4.3mm 17mm 18.5 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 126 x 146 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.7 x 2.0 in. 710g (25.0 oz.)
10X 50mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 5.0mm 22mm 25 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 132 x 170 x 59 mm 5.2 x 6.7 x 2.3 in. 840g (29.6 oz.)
12.5X 50mm 4.8 84m 252 ft. 4.0mm 17mm 16 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 132 x 170 x 59 mm 5.2 x 6.7 x 2.3 in. 855g (30.2 oz.)
Model:
8x33 DCF XP
10x33 DCF XP
8x42 DCF HRII
10x42 DCF HRII
8x28 DCF MP
10x28 DCF MP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 33mm 6.5 114m 342 ft. 4.1mm 20mm 17 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 121 x 107 x 51 mm 4.8 x 4.2 x 2.0 in. 500g (17.6 oz.)
10X 33mm 5.3 93m 279 ft. 3.3mm 18mm 10.9 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 121 x 106 x 51 mm 4.8 x 4.2 x 2.0 in. 500g (17.6 oz.)
8X 42mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.2mm 22mm 27.6 4.0m (13.1 ft.) ~ 129 x 176 x 55 mm 5.1 x 6.9 x 2.2 in. 835g (29.5 oz.)
10X 42mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 4.2mm 17mm 17.6 4.0m (13.1 ft.) ~ 129 x 173 x 55 mm 5.1 x 6.8 x 2.2 in. 835g (29.5 oz.)
8X 28mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 3.5mm 20mm 12.3 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 119 x 118 x 45 mm 4.7 x 4.6 x 1.8 in. 460g (16.3 oz.)
10X 28mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.8mm 19mm 7.8 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 119 x 118 x 45 mm 4.7 x 4.6 x 1.8 in. 460g (16.3 oz.)
Model:
8-16x21 UCF ZOOM
8-20x24 UCF ZOOM
8x25 UCF WP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8~16X 21mm 5.0 (8x) ~ 3.0 (16x) 87m (8x) ~ 52m (16x) 261 ft. (8x) ~ 156 ft. (16x) 2.6mm (8x) ~ 1.3mm (16x) 14mm (8x) ~ 11mm (16x) 6.7 (8x) ~ 1.7(16x) 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 108 x 115 x 61 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.4 in. 330g (11.6 oz.)
8~20X 24mm 5.3 (8x) ~ 2.5 (20x) 93m (8x) ~ 44m (20x) 279 ft. (8x) ~ 132 ft. (20x) 3.0mm (8x) x 1.2mm (20x) 14mm (8x) ~ 15mm (20x) 9.0 (8x) ~ 1.4 (20x) 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 122 x 134 x 66 mm 4.8 x 5.3 x 2.6 in. 485g (17.1 oz.)
8X 10X 25mm 25mm 6.2 5.0 108m 87m 324 ft. 261 ft. 3.1mm 2.5mm 15mm 15mm 9.6 6.3 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 116 x 110 x 69 mm 116 x 112 x 69 mm 4.6 x 4.3 x 2.7 in. 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.7 in. 350g (12.3 oz.) 350g (12.3 oz.)
Model:
8x25 UCF XII
10x25 UCF XII
12x25 UCF XII
16x25 UCF XII
8x21 UCF R
10x21 UCF R
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
8X 25mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 3.1mm 15mm 9.6 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 115 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.2 in. 300g (10.6 oz.)
10X 25mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.5mm 15mm 6.3 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 115 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.2 in. 300g (10.6 oz.)
12X 25mm 4.2 73m 219 ft. 2.1mm 15mm 4.4 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 120 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.7 x 2.2 in. 305g (10.8 oz.)
16X 25mm 3.1 54m 162ft. 1.6mm 15mm 2.6 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 120 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.7 x 2.2 in. 310g (10.9 oz.)
8X 21mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 2.6mm 13mm 6.7 2.8m (9.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 83 x 48 mm 4.3 x 3.2 x 1.9 in. 210g (7.4 oz.)
10X 21mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.1mm 9.5mm 4.4 2.8m (9.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 80 x 48 mm 4.3 x 3.1 x 1.9 in. 210g (7.4 oz.)
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10x25 UCF WP
Specifications Model:
FB ZOOM 6-12x17
FB-8
FB-10
FB-7 Lite
FB-9 Lite
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
6~12X 17mm 7.0 (6x) ~ 4.4 (12x) 123m (6x) ~ 77m (12x) 369 ft. (6x) ~ 231 ft. (12x) 2.8mm (6x) ~ 1.4mm (12x) 13mm (6x) ~ 10mm (12x) 7.8 (6x) ~ 2.0(12x) 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 97 x 72 x 27 mm 3.8 x 2.8 x 1.1 in. 188g (6.6 oz.)
8X 18 x 8 mm 7.5 131m 393 ft. 2.3 x 1 mm 11mm 2.9 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 86 x 58 x 17 mm 3.4 x 2.3 x 0.7 in. 128g (4.5 oz.)
10X 18 x 8 mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 1.8 x 0.8 mm 10mm 1.8 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 86 x 58 x 17 mm 3.4 x 2.3 x 0.7 in. 128g (4.5 oz.)
7X 17 x 11 mm 7.1 124m 372 ft. 2.4 x 1.6 mm 11mm 4.5 1.8m (5.9 ft.) ~ 95 x 64 x 26.5 mm 3.7 x 2.5 x 1.0 in. 148g (5.2 oz.)
9X 17 x 11 mm 5.6 98m 294 ft. 1.9 x 1.2 mm 8.5mm 2.7 1.8m (5.9 ft.) ~ 95 x 64 x 26.5 mm 3.7 x 2.5 x 1.0 in. 148g (5.2 oz.)
Model:
7x50 PCF WP
8x40 PCF WP
10x50 PCF WP
12x50 PCF WP
16x60 PCF WP
20x60 PCF WP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
7X 50mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 7.1mm 20mm 51.0 6.0m (20.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 184 x 80 mm 7.3 x 7.2 x 3.1 in. 1,050g (37.0 oz.)
8X 40mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.0mm 20mm 25.0 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 175 x 134 x 75 mm 6.9 x 5.3 x 3.0 in. 830g (29.3 oz.)
10X 50mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 5.0mm 20mm 25.0 5.5m (18.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 175 x 80 mm 7.3 x 6.9 x 3.1 in. 1,010g (35.6 oz.)
12X 50mm 4.2 73m 219 ft. 4.2mm 20mm 17.4 5.5m (18.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 177 x 80 mm 7.3 x 7.0 x 3.1 in. 1,030g (36.3 oz.)
16X 60mm 2.8 49m 147 ft. 3.8mm 20mm 14.0 10.0m (33.0 ft.) ~ 195 x 213 x 85 mm 7.7 x 8.4 x 3.3 in. 1,280g (45.2 oz.)
20X 60mm 2.2 38m 114 ft. 3.0mm 21mm 9.0 8.0m (26.0 ft.) ~ 195 x 223 x 85 mm 7.7 x 8.8 x 3.3 in. 1,300g (45.9 oz.)
Model:
8x40 XCF
10x50 XCF
12x50 XCF
16x50 XCF
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 40mm 8.2 143m 429 ft. 5.0mm 13mm 25.0 6.0m (20.0 ft.) ~ 187 x 131 x 56 mm 7.4 x 5.1 x 2.2 in. 770g (27.2 oz.)
10X 50mm 6.5 114m 342 ft. 5.0mm 13mm 25.0 9.0m (30.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 166 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.5 x 2.2 in. 900g (31.7 oz.)
12X 50mm 5.6 98m 294 ft. 4.2mm 11mm 17.4 9.0m (30.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 160 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.3 x 2.2 in. 870g (30.7 oz.)
16X 50mm 3.5 61m 183 ft. 3.1mm 13mm 9.8 10.3m (34.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 166 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.5 x 2.2 in. 900g (31.7 oz.)
Model:
7x50 PIF
10x50 PIF
8x20 MCF II
10x20 MCF II
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
7X 50mm 7.3 128m 384 ft. 7.1mm 20mm 50.4 8.0m (26.2 ft.) ~ 210 x 195 x 90 mm 8.3 x 7.7 x 3.5 in. 1,650g (58.0 oz.)
10X 50mm 6.5 114m 341 ft. 5.0mm 15mm 25.0 8.0m (26.2 ft.) ~ 210 x 195 x 90 mm 8.3 x 7.7 x 3.5 in. 1,650g (58.0 oz.)
8X 20mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 2.5mm 10mm 6.3 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 106 x 77 x 42 mm 4.2 x 3.0 x 1.7 in. 177g (6.2 oz.)
10X 20mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.0mm 8mm 4.0 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 106 x 77 x 42 mm 4.2 x 3.0 x 1.7 in. 177g (6.2 oz.)
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Specifications Model:
PF-80ED
PF-80EDA
PF-100ED
Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Eyepiece Ring: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
80mm Collet type 5.8m (19.0 ft.) ~ 397 x 120 x 98 mm 15.6 x 4.7 x 3.9 in. 1,400g (49.4 oz.)
80mm Collet type 5.8m (19.0 ft.) ~ 415 x 135 x 100 mm 16.3 x 5.3 x 3.9 in. 1,600g (56.4 oz.)
100mm Collet type 8.5m (28.0 ft.) ~ 510 x 134 x 117 mm 20.0 x 5.3 x 4.6 in. 2,600g (92.0 oz.)
Weight:
Eyepiece:
XW7
XW10
XW14
XW20
Zoom Eyepiece
PF-CA 35 Camera Adapter:
Magnification: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Angle of View: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Field of View: With PF-80ED: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: With PF-80EDA: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: With PF-100ED: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Dimensions (L x ø):
71x 74x 90x 1.0 0.95 0.8
50x 52x 62x 1.4 1.4 1.1
36x 37x 44x 2.0 1.9 1.6
26x 27x 32x 2.7 2.6 2.2
20~60x 21~63x 26~78x 1.9~1.0 1.8~0.95 1.5~0.8
17m 51 ft.
24m 72 ft.
35m 105 ft.
47m 141 ft.
33~17m 99~51 ft.
16.5m 49.5 ft.
24m 72 ft.
33m 99 ft.
45m 135 ft.
31~16.5m 93~49.5 ft.
Focal Length: With PF-80ED: 1,000mm With PF-80EDA: 1,000mm With PF-100ED: 1,250mm Effective Aperture: F12.5 Minimum Focusing Distance: With PF-80ED: Approx. 6.5m (21.0 ft.) With PF-80EDA: Approx. 6.5m (21.0 ft.) With PF-100ED: Approx. 9.2m (30.2 ft.) Dimensions (L x ø): 149 x 59 mm (5.9 x 2.3 in.) Weight: 250g (8.8 oz.)
14m 42 ft. 1.1mm 1.1mm 1.1mm 20mm
19m 57 ft. 1.6mm 1.6mm 1.6mm 20mm
28m 84 ft. 2.2mm 2.2mm 2.3mm 20mm
38m 114 ft. 3.1mm 3.0mm 3.1mm 20mm
26~14m 78~42 ft. 4.0~1.3mm 3.8~1.3mm 3.9~1.3mm 18~22mm
1.2 1.2 1.2 120 x 61 mm 4.7 x 2.4 in. 390g (13.8 oz.)
2.6 2.6 2.6 110 x 61 mm 4.3 x 2.4 in. 390g (13.8 oz.)
4.8 4.8 5.3 97 x 61 mm 3.8 x 2.4 in. 365g (12.9 oz.)
9.6 9.0 9.6 86 x 61 mm 3.4 x 2.4 in. 355g (12.5 oz.)
16~1.7 14.4~1.7 15.2~1.7 144 x 69 mm 5.7 x 2.7 in. 550g (19.4 oz.)
Weight:
Model:
PHOTO LUPE 5.5x
ZOOM PHOTO LUPE 5-11x
Lens Construction: Magnification: Effective Aperture: Eye Relief: Diopter: Dimensions (L x ø):
4 elements / 4 groups 5.5X 49mm 40mm -4 ~ +0.5 m-1 67 x 75 mm 2.6 x 3.0 in. 320g (11.3 oz.)
8 elements / 7 groups 5~11X 41.5mm 14mm -4 ~ +1 m-1 67 x 96 mm 2.6 x 3.8 in. 360g (12.7 oz.)
Weight:
Tripod Adapter Compatibility Tripod Adapter TP-3 Tripod Adapter N DCF SP DCF HRII PCF WP PCF V UCF ZOOM UCF WP UCF XII
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PENTAX Binoculars and Optical Instruments: Your Best Partners for Top-Quality Viewing Always a technological leader and innovator in high-precision optical products, PENTAX offers an excellent selection of high-performance binoculars and optical instruments to accommodate the diversified needs of the most discerning viewers around the world. Whatever your requirements or applications, PENTAX has the perfect choice to make your viewing experiences more pleasant, comfortable and enjoyable than ever before!
The Backbone of PENTAX’s Technological Excellence High-Refraction BaK4 glass prism Thanks to its outstanding refraction index, the PENTAX-developed BaK4 glass prism is highly acclaimed for its perfectly round exit pupil and clear, unvignetted image. BaK4
Image
BK7
Eyepiece
Multi-Layer Coating Important optical elements of the PENTAX binoculars are treated with time-proven multi-layer coating, which not only improves light transmission efficiency to deliver bright, high-contrast images without flare, but also reduces eye fatigue even during extended observation.
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The Backbone of PENTAX’s Technological Excellence
Aspherical Optical Element
Inner-Focus Optical Design
The PENTAX-developed aspherical optical element greatly improves image brightness and sharpness, while minimizing disturbing distortions.
Incorporated in all DCF-series models, plus the UCF WP and PCF WP models, this sophisticated optical design is ideal for waterproof models that require a fully airtight body construction. It also contributes to a considerable reduction in size and weight and improves overall balance by minimizing a weight shift during focusing.
Aspherical lens
Conventional lens
Objective lens Focusing lens
Roof prism
High-Resolution Phase Coating The roof prisms of all DCF-series models are specially treated with high-resolution phase coating. Previously incorporated only in the most expensive models, this special process cancels the phase difference created on the wave front of light passing through a roof prism, thus producing sharp, high-contrast images with much improved resolution.
Waterproof Construction Featuring an airtight, nitrogen-filled waterproof construction, all DCF-series models, plus the PCF WP and PIF models and the spotting scopes, are especially designed for use on and around the water and at extreme temperatures. The UCF WP models also feature a waterproof body to protect the internal mechanisms against rain, water and moisture.* * These binoculars and spotting scopes are not designed for underwater use and should not be submerged in water.
Eyepiece lens
Functional, Maneuverable Body Design The body and optical mechanism of PENTAX binoculars and spotting scopes are computer-designed to ensure the easiest handling possible and minimize overall size and weight, without sacrificing optical performance.
Long Eye Relief The long eye relief offered in most PENTAX binoculars and spotting scopes allows the viewer to check the entire field of view clearly and effortlessly. This feature is especially beneficial for eyeglass wearers. Long eye relief Binoculars Eyepiece lens
Protective Rubber Housing Most binoculars and all spotting scopes are encased in highly durable rubber housings, which are designed to protect the optical mechanisms inside from shock and damage, while enhancing holding comfort and maneuverability even under adverse conditions.
Light flux
Ordinary eye relief
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Unsurpassed Quality and Performance for Uncompromising Users
DCF SP
DCF Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
Straight-Line Optics for Topmost Quality and Performance The PENTAX DCF series consists of four different types: the top-of-the-line DCF SP, heavy-duty DCF XP, sleek-styled DCF HRII, and compact DCF MP. All DCF-series models feature high-performance straight-line optics with high-resolution phase-coated roof prisms and multi-coated optical elements. They also come equipped with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6), with a full-body protective rubber housing and a sophisticated inner-focus optical design. The PENTAX DCF series is the best choice for uncompromising observers who demand optimal image quality under all viewing conditions.
● A choice of five models in three different magnifications (8, 10 and 12.5 times) ● Durable magnesium body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Extra-short minimum focusing distance ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings ● Rain-shielding eyepiece caps
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Compact Dimensions and Heavy-Duty Construction
DCF Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
DCF XP
Sleek Design with High-Resolution Images
DCF HRII
● Large 42mm objective lenses with a choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings ● Rain-shielding eyepiece caps
Multi-Purpose Design with Reliability and Portability
DCF MP ● Fiber-reinforced plastic body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Extra-short minimum focusing distance (1.5m/4.9 ft.) ● Long eye relief (20mm for the 8x33; 18mm for the 10x33) ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings 7
● A choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● High-resolution phase-coated roof prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings 8
Variable Magnification for All-Purpose Versatility
UCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
Eye-Catching Design with Quality and Innovation
UCF ZOOM
The PENTAX UCF series offers 10 distinctive models in four types to accommodate a wide range of user requirements: the versatile UCF ZOOM, waterproof UCF WP, multi-purpose UCF XII, and pocket-sized UCF R. All UCF models feature high-performance porro-prism optics and are encased in a protective rubber housing. The PENTAX-developed dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system minimizes eye fatigue by preventing misalignment of the lens barrels during viewing. The BaK4 glass prisms and aspherical lens elements produce sharp, high-contract images with minimal distortion. The PENTAX UCF series is the ideal choice for people with an active, fashionable lifestyle.
● Compact dimensions and variable magnification ● Effortless focusing and zooming operations ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Long eye relief
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Streamlined Design with Waterproof Construction
UCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
UCF WP
High-Quality Viewing and Multi-Purpose Design
UCF XII
● A choice of four magnifications (8, 10, 12 and 16 times) ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Large 25mm objective lenses ● Multi-coated optical elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.)
Compact, Lightweight Design for Outstanding Portability
UCF R ● Waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● Multi-coated optical elements and aspherical eyepiece lens elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Long eye relief (15mm) and short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.) ● Helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings
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● A choice of two magnifications (8 and 10 times) ● Dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system ● Multi-coated optical elements and aspherical eyepiece lens elements ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Diopter adjuster with click-stop center pointer 12
FB Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
Superb Versatility with Variable Magnification Unmatched Portability with Superb Optical Performance
FB ZOOM
Encased in a fashionably designed housing, the ultra-compact PENTAX FB series combines go-anywhere portability with high-quality viewing. Incorporating high-performance roof-prism optics, all FB-series models are designed to produce bright, clear images, despite their ultra-compact dimensions. Their simple-to-use center-focusing system, easy eye-distance adjustment mechanism, short minimum focusing distance, and user-friendly diopter adjustment mechanism combine to enhance viewing comfort and operational versatility. Offering five attractive models in three types, the PENTAX FB series is the perfect partner for active urban people who enjoy art, theater and sports in their everyday life.
● Ultra-compact, go-anywhere design ● Stylish aluminum-alloy housing ● 6~12-times variable magnification ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (2.0m/6.6 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements
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Fashionable Aluminum-Alloy Housing with High-Definition TV-Sized Image
High-Quality Images and Great Portability
FB Series Roof-Prism Binoculars
FB
● Stylish aluminum-alloy housing ● 16:9 rectangular image area proportioned to high-definition TV screen ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.9m/6.2 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements 15
FB Lite
● Ultra-compact, go-anywhere design ● 4:3 rectangular image area ● Center-focusing system ● Short minimum focusing distance (1.8m/5.9 ft.) ● Aspherical lens elements
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Waterproof Reliability with a Choice of Six Magnifications
Multi-Purpose Design with Excellent Viewing Comfort
XCF XCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PCF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PCF WP
● High-performance porro-prism optics with a choice of six magnifications (7, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 20 times) ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction with full-body protective rubber housing ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Inner-focus optical design with fully encased focusing arm and focus-lock mechanism 17
● High-performance porro-prism optics with a choice of four magnifications (8, 10, 12 and 16 times) ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Multi-coated optical elements ● Full-body protective rubber housing ● Extra-large focus ring ● Fold-back-type eyepiece rings
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Unmatched Reliability under Extreme Conditions
Fashionable Design and Go-Anywhere Portability
MCF II
PIF Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
MCF II Series Porro-Prism Binoculars
PIF
● High-performance porro-prism optics ● Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 7) ● Extra-durable full-body rubber housing ● Field flattener lenses ● Independent focus system ● Super-Multi-Coating optical elements ● Long eye relief
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● High-performance porro-prism optics ● Compact, ergonomic body design ● High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms ● Rubber eyepiece rings ● Detachable hand strap
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Spotting Scopes
Reliable Heavy-Duty Design for the Most Demanding Field Work
Spotting Scopes PENTAX offers three high-performance spotting scopes to accommodate specialized viewing applications in the field. With an optional camera adapter, these spotting scopes can also be used as high-resolution super-telephoto lenses.
● Lightweight magnesium-alloy body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6) ● Large-aperture objective lens with ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements ● Protective rubber housing ● Extra-long eye relief ● Built-in lens hood ● Choice of straight-line lens barrel (PF-80ED/PF-100ED) or 45-degree slanted lens barrel (PF-80EDA) 21
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Optimizing Image Quality and Viewing Comfort of PENTAX Spotting Scopes
For Professional-Standard Viewing of Photographic Images
Photo Lupes
XW7
XW10
Photo Lupes
With a lineup of four compact, high-performance XW-series models and a versatile zoom model, the smc PENTAX eyepieces are designed to provide optimum performance with the PENTAX spotting scopes.
XW14
● Large-aperture design with an extra-wide viewing area ● Large rubber eyepiece ring ● 5~11-times variable magnification with aspherical lens elements (the zoom model only) ● Super-Multi-Coating optical elements (the 5.5x model only) ● Long eye relief
XW20 ZOOM EYEPIECE 8-24mm
Converting PENTAX Spotting Scopes for High-Magnification Photography
For Speedy, Effortless Shift between Handheld and Tripod-Mount Applications
Camera Adapter
Used to mount a spotting scope onto a PENTAX K-mount SLR camera body, the PF-CA35 camera adapter turns the scope into a super-telephoto lens (with a focal length of 1,000mm with the PF-80ED and PF-80EDA and 1,250mm with the PF-100ED).
Tripod Adapters
Tripod Adapters
Spotting Scope Accessories
Eyepieces
These adapters facilitate the setting and removal of PENTAX binoculars onto and from a tripod.
Tripod Adapter TP-3
Tripod Adapter N
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How to Select the Best Viewing Partner! The following are several important yardsticks to help you select the pair of binoculars that best suites your requirements. Roof Prism vs. Porro Prism Both roof- and porro-prism optics are designed to turn the image upside down — from an inverted image to an erect image — by incorporating convex optical elements in their objective and eyepiece lenses. However, each design has some definite advantages. Featuring a straight-line axis and high-precision optics, the roof-prism design is better equipped for specialized applications. At the same magnification, it also allows for a more compact, streamlined body for enhanced maneuverability and portability. On the other hand, the porro-prism design combines time-honored optics and solid viewing performance with a familiar, functional styling. It is customarily employed in popular, multi-purpose models. Roof Prism
Porro Prism
Eyepiece lens
Eyepiece lens
Roof prism
Porro prism
Objective lens
Objective lens
were standing at a distance of 100 meters (approx. 89 yards). The greater the magnification, the less bright the image and the narrower the angle of view. Since high-magnification models also increase the risk of binocular shake, use of a tripod is recommended for these models. If your application involves occasional high-magnification viewing, a zoom model may be a good option. Image Brightness When you hold your binoculars at 30 centimeters (approx. one foot) away from your eye, you will see a bright spot, or “exit pupil,” in the middle of the eyepiece lens. The larger the diameter of the exit pupil, the brighter the image field. As a simple yardstick, a diameter of three millimeters assures comfortable daytime viewing, while that of five to seven millimeters is required for astronomical observation. The exit pupil can be easily calculated by dividing the effective aperture of the objective lens by the magnification, while the relative brightness can be obtained by squaring the exit pupil. For the same magnification, binoculars with a larger exit pupil offer a brighter image field and are better equipped for observations under poor lighting conditions at dawn or dusk. Angle of View Expressed in degrees, the term “angle of view” is a yardstick for the image field that can be seen without moving the binoculars. The greater the magnification, the narrower the angle of view. So binoculars with a greater angle of view are recommended for observation of fast-action sports and active subjects, while a pair with a greater magnification is better suited for observation of subjects at great distance. If the subject is at a distance of 1,000 meters (approx. 1,110 yards), for instance, binoculars with a five-degree angle of view offer a circular image field of 87 meters (approx. 97 yards) in diameter. A 10x50 model with a 5 real angle of view 1,000m/1,110 yd. 100m/110 yd. (= 1,000m 10)
Magnification The term “magnification” refers to the degree at which your subject appears larger through binoculars than with the naked eye. At eight-times magnifi-cation, for instance, a subject standing at 800 meters (approx. 890 yards) away appears as if it 25
Angle of view 5 87m/97 yd.
Apparent angle of view 50
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Which PENTAX is Best Suited for Your Application?
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The chart below indicates the pair of PENTAX binoculars that is best recommended for your intended application.
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Specifications Model:
8x32 DCF SP
8x43 DCF SP
10x43 DCF SP
10x50 DCF SP
12.5x50 DCF SP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 32mm 7.5 131m 393 ft. 4.0mm 17mm 16 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 126 x 127 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.0 x 2.0 in. 660g (23.2 oz.)
8X 43mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.4mm 22mm 29 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 126 x 146 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.7 x 2.0 in. 695g (24.5 oz.)
10X 43mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 4.3mm 17mm 18.5 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 126 x 146 x 52 mm 5.0 x 5.7 x 2.0 in. 710g (25.0 oz.)
10X 50mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 5.0mm 22mm 25 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 132 x 170 x 59 mm 5.2 x 6.7 x 2.3 in. 840g (29.6 oz.)
12.5X 50mm 4.8 84m 252 ft. 4.0mm 17mm 16 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 132 x 170 x 59 mm 5.2 x 6.7 x 2.3 in. 855g (30.2 oz.)
Model:
8x33 DCF XP
10x33 DCF XP
8x42 DCF HRII
10x42 DCF HRII
8x28 DCF MP
10x28 DCF MP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 33mm 6.5 114m 342 ft. 4.1mm 20mm 17 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 121 x 107 x 51 mm 4.8 x 4.2 x 2.0 in. 500g (17.6 oz.)
10X 33mm 5.3 93m 279 ft. 3.3mm 18mm 10.9 1.5m (4.9 ft.) ~ 121 x 106 x 51 mm 4.8 x 4.2 x 2.0 in. 500g (17.6 oz.)
8X 42mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.2mm 22mm 27.6 4.0m (13.1 ft.) ~ 129 x 176 x 55 mm 5.1 x 6.9 x 2.2 in. 835g (29.5 oz.)
10X 42mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 4.2mm 17mm 17.6 4.0m (13.1 ft.) ~ 129 x 173 x 55 mm 5.1 x 6.8 x 2.2 in. 835g (29.5 oz.)
8X 28mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 3.5mm 20mm 12.3 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 119 x 118 x 45 mm 4.7 x 4.6 x 1.8 in. 460g (16.3 oz.)
10X 28mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.8mm 19mm 7.8 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 119 x 118 x 45 mm 4.7 x 4.6 x 1.8 in. 460g (16.3 oz.)
Model:
8-16x21 UCF ZOOM
8-20x24 UCF ZOOM
8x25 UCF WP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8~16X 21mm 5.0 (8x) ~ 3.0 (16x) 87m (8x) ~ 52m (16x) 261 ft. (8x) ~ 156 ft. (16x) 2.6mm (8x) ~ 1.3mm (16x) 14mm (8x) ~ 11mm (16x) 6.7 (8x) ~ 1.7(16x) 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 108 x 115 x 61 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.4 in. 330g (11.6 oz.)
8~20X 24mm 5.3 (8x) ~ 2.5 (20x) 93m (8x) ~ 44m (20x) 279 ft. (8x) ~ 132 ft. (20x) 3.0mm (8x) x 1.2mm (20x) 14mm (8x) ~ 15mm (20x) 9.0 (8x) ~ 1.4 (20x) 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 122 x 134 x 66 mm 4.8 x 5.3 x 2.6 in. 485g (17.1 oz.)
8X 10X 25mm 25mm 6.2 5.0 108m 87m 324 ft. 261 ft. 3.1mm 2.5mm 15mm 15mm 9.6 6.3 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 116 x 110 x 69 mm 116 x 112 x 69 mm 4.6 x 4.3 x 2.7 in. 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.7 in. 350g (12.3 oz.) 350g (12.3 oz.)
Model:
8x25 UCF XII
10x25 UCF XII
12x25 UCF XII
16x25 UCF XII
8x21 UCF R
10x21 UCF R
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
8X 25mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 3.1mm 15mm 9.6 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 115 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.2 in. 300g (10.6 oz.)
10X 25mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.5mm 15mm 6.3 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 115 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.5 x 2.2 in. 300g (10.6 oz.)
12X 25mm 4.2 73m 219 ft. 2.1mm 15mm 4.4 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 120 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.7 x 2.2 in. 305g (10.8 oz.)
16X 25mm 3.1 54m 162ft. 1.6mm 15mm 2.6 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 120 x 56 mm 4.3 x 4.7 x 2.2 in. 310g (10.9 oz.)
8X 21mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 2.6mm 13mm 6.7 2.8m (9.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 83 x 48 mm 4.3 x 3.2 x 1.9 in. 210g (7.4 oz.)
10X 21mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.1mm 9.5mm 4.4 2.8m (9.2 ft.) ~ 110 x 80 x 48 mm 4.3 x 3.1 x 1.9 in. 210g (7.4 oz.)
Weight:
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10x25 UCF WP
Specifications Model:
FB ZOOM 6-12x17
FB-8
FB-10
FB-7 Lite
FB-9 Lite
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
6~12X 17mm 7.0 (6x) ~ 4.4 (12x) 123m (6x) ~ 77m (12x) 369 ft. (6x) ~ 231 ft. (12x) 2.8mm (6x) ~ 1.4mm (12x) 13mm (6x) ~ 10mm (12x) 7.8 (6x) ~ 2.0(12x) 2.0m (6.6 ft.) ~ 97 x 72 x 27 mm 3.8 x 2.8 x 1.1 in. 188g (6.6 oz.)
8X 18 x 8 mm 7.5 131m 393 ft. 2.3 x 1 mm 11mm 2.9 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 86 x 58 x 17 mm 3.4 x 2.3 x 0.7 in. 128g (4.5 oz.)
10X 18 x 8 mm 6.0 105m 315 ft. 1.8 x 0.8 mm 10mm 1.8 1.9m (6.2 ft.) ~ 86 x 58 x 17 mm 3.4 x 2.3 x 0.7 in. 128g (4.5 oz.)
7X 17 x 11 mm 7.1 124m 372 ft. 2.4 x 1.6 mm 11mm 4.5 1.8m (5.9 ft.) ~ 95 x 64 x 26.5 mm 3.7 x 2.5 x 1.0 in. 148g (5.2 oz.)
9X 17 x 11 mm 5.6 98m 294 ft. 1.9 x 1.2 mm 8.5mm 2.7 1.8m (5.9 ft.) ~ 95 x 64 x 26.5 mm 3.7 x 2.5 x 1.0 in. 148g (5.2 oz.)
Model:
7x50 PCF WP
8x40 PCF WP
10x50 PCF WP
12x50 PCF WP
16x60 PCF WP
20x60 PCF WP
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
7X 50mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 7.1mm 20mm 51.0 6.0m (20.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 184 x 80 mm 7.3 x 7.2 x 3.1 in. 1,050g (37.0 oz.)
8X 40mm 6.3 110m 330 ft. 5.0mm 20mm 25.0 3.5m (11.5 ft.) ~ 175 x 134 x 75 mm 6.9 x 5.3 x 3.0 in. 830g (29.3 oz.)
10X 50mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 5.0mm 20mm 25.0 5.5m (18.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 175 x 80 mm 7.3 x 6.9 x 3.1 in. 1,010g (35.6 oz.)
12X 50mm 4.2 73m 219 ft. 4.2mm 20mm 17.4 5.5m (18.0 ft.) ~ 185 x 177 x 80 mm 7.3 x 7.0 x 3.1 in. 1,030g (36.3 oz.)
16X 60mm 2.8 49m 147 ft. 3.8mm 20mm 14.0 10.0m (33.0 ft.) ~ 195 x 213 x 85 mm 7.7 x 8.4 x 3.3 in. 1,280g (45.2 oz.)
20X 60mm 2.2 38m 114 ft. 3.0mm 21mm 9.0 8.0m (26.0 ft.) ~ 195 x 223 x 85 mm 7.7 x 8.8 x 3.3 in. 1,300g (45.9 oz.)
Model:
8x40 XCF
10x50 XCF
12x50 XCF
16x50 XCF
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight:
8X 40mm 8.2 143m 429 ft. 5.0mm 13mm 25.0 6.0m (20.0 ft.) ~ 187 x 131 x 56 mm 7.4 x 5.1 x 2.2 in. 770g (27.2 oz.)
10X 50mm 6.5 114m 342 ft. 5.0mm 13mm 25.0 9.0m (30.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 166 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.5 x 2.2 in. 900g (31.7 oz.)
12X 50mm 5.6 98m 294 ft. 4.2mm 11mm 17.4 9.0m (30.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 160 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.3 x 2.2 in. 870g (30.7 oz.)
16X 50mm 3.5 61m 183 ft. 3.1mm 13mm 9.8 10.3m (34.0 ft.) ~ 198 x 166 x 57 mm 7.8 x 6.5 x 2.2 in. 900g (31.7 oz.)
Model:
7x50 PIF
10x50 PIF
8x20 MCF II
10x20 MCF II
Magnification: Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Angle of View: Field of View: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
7X 50mm 7.3 128m 384 ft. 7.1mm 20mm 50.4 8.0m (26.2 ft.) ~ 210 x 195 x 90 mm 8.3 x 7.7 x 3.5 in. 1,650g (58.0 oz.)
10X 50mm 6.5 114m 341 ft. 5.0mm 15mm 25.0 8.0m (26.2 ft.) ~ 210 x 195 x 90 mm 8.3 x 7.7 x 3.5 in. 1,650g (58.0 oz.)
8X 20mm 6.2 108m 324 ft. 2.5mm 10mm 6.3 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 106 x 77 x 42 mm 4.2 x 3.0 x 1.7 in. 177g (6.2 oz.)
10X 20mm 5.0 87m 261 ft. 2.0mm 8mm 4.0 3.0m (9.8 ft.) ~ 106 x 77 x 42 mm 4.2 x 3.0 x 1.7 in. 177g (6.2 oz.)
Weight:
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Specifications Model:
PF-80ED
PF-80EDA
PF-100ED
Effective Aperture of Objective Lens: Eyepiece Ring: Focus Range: Dimensions (W x H x D):
80mm Collet type 5.8m (19.0 ft.) ~ 397 x 120 x 98 mm 15.6 x 4.7 x 3.9 in. 1,400g (49.4 oz.)
80mm Collet type 5.8m (19.0 ft.) ~ 415 x 135 x 100 mm 16.3 x 5.3 x 3.9 in. 1,600g (56.4 oz.)
100mm Collet type 8.5m (28.0 ft.) ~ 510 x 134 x 117 mm 20.0 x 5.3 x 4.6 in. 2,600g (92.0 oz.)
Weight:
Eyepiece:
XW7
XW10
XW14
XW20
Zoom Eyepiece
PF-CA 35 Camera Adapter:
Magnification: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Angle of View: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Field of View: With PF-80ED: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: With PF-80EDA: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: With PF-100ED: At 1,000m: At 1,000 yd.: Exit Pupil: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Eye Relief: Relative Brightness: With PF-80ED: With PF-80EDA: With PF-100ED: Dimensions (L x ø):
71x 74x 90x 1.0 0.95 0.8
50x 52x 62x 1.4 1.4 1.1
36x 37x 44x 2.0 1.9 1.6
26x 27x 32x 2.7 2.6 2.2
20~60x 21~63x 26~78x 1.9~1.0 1.8~0.95 1.5~0.8
17m 51 ft.
24m 72 ft.
35m 105 ft.
47m 141 ft.
33~17m 99~51 ft.
16.5m 49.5 ft.
24m 72 ft.
33m 99 ft.
45m 135 ft.
31~16.5m 93~49.5 ft.
Focal Length: With PF-80ED: 1,000mm With PF-80EDA: 1,000mm With PF-100ED: 1,250mm Effective Aperture: F12.5 Minimum Focusing Distance: With PF-80ED: Approx. 6.5m (21.0 ft.) With PF-80EDA: Approx. 6.5m (21.0 ft.) With PF-100ED: Approx. 9.2m (30.2 ft.) Dimensions (L x ø): 149 x 59 mm (5.9 x 2.3 in.) Weight: 250g (8.8 oz.)
14m 42 ft. 1.1mm 1.1mm 1.1mm 20mm
19m 57 ft. 1.6mm 1.6mm 1.6mm 20mm
28m 84 ft. 2.2mm 2.2mm 2.3mm 20mm
38m 114 ft. 3.1mm 3.0mm 3.1mm 20mm
26~14m 78~42 ft. 4.0~1.3mm 3.8~1.3mm 3.9~1.3mm 18~22mm
1.2 1.2 1.2 120 x 61 mm 4.7 x 2.4 in. 390g (13.8 oz.)
2.6 2.6 2.6 110 x 61 mm 4.3 x 2.4 in. 390g (13.8 oz.)
4.8 4.8 5.3 97 x 61 mm 3.8 x 2.4 in. 365g (12.9 oz.)
9.6 9.0 9.6 86 x 61 mm 3.4 x 2.4 in. 355g (12.5 oz.)
16~1.7 14.4~1.7 15.2~1.7 144 x 69 mm 5.7 x 2.7 in. 550g (19.4 oz.)
Weight:
Model:
PHOTO LUPE 5.5x
ZOOM PHOTO LUPE 5-11x
Lens Construction: Magnification: Effective Aperture: Eye Relief: Diopter: Dimensions (L x ø):
4 elements / 4 groups 5.5X 49mm 40mm -4 ~ +0.5 m-1 67 x 75 mm 2.6 x 3.0 in. 320g (11.3 oz.)
8 elements / 7 groups 5~11X 41.5mm 14mm -4 ~ +1 m-1 67 x 96 mm 2.6 x 3.8 in. 360g (12.7 oz.)
Weight:
Tripod Adapter Compatibility Tripod Adapter TP-3 Tripod Adapter N DCF SP DCF HRII PCF WP PCF V UCF ZOOM UCF WP UCF XII
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Tripod Adapter U
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* An eye distance shorter than 60mm is not available when used with the 10x50 DCF SP and 12.5x50 DCF SP models.
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