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Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular USA
- Price: $174.95
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # NI16X50AE
- Mfr# 7247
Product Highlights
- Waterproof & Fogproof
- Wide Angle
- Porro Prism
- 3.5° Angle of View
- Includes Tripod Adapter
Nikon's Action Extreme series offer lots of features that will be appreciated by those who enjoy the view provided by classically-styled porro prism units. Following the enormously popular Action series, Nikon has made significant improvements. The group still retains the high-refraction prisms with their wide viewing fields, and every model has a tripod adapter threading for easy extended glassing from a stationary position. The 16x50 Action model has a tripod adapter for easy extended glassing from a stationary position. It is ideally suited to tripod use for fully employing its awesome power, with performance in twilight which is commendable. An ideal binocular for big game hunters.
High-powered binoculars are difficult to hold steady by hand; a monopod(and a tripod adapter if not included with the binocular) with an incorporated fluid pan/tilt head or with such a head attached between the monopod and the binocular is highly recommended.
All of Nikon's binocular line is backed up by the "No-Fault" lifetime warranty. Regardless of what happens to your binoculars-even of your own negligence-Nikon will repair or replace (at their option) your binocular for just $10 plus the return shipping costs.
Note! Covered by Nikon's 25-year no-fault repair/replacement policy
- Improved semi-rigid eyecups with three detented clickstops
- 56-72mm Interpupillary adjustment range
- Strap eyelet location relocated to eliminate interference with thumbs
- Dual textured rubber armor provides sure grip
- O-Ring sealed units with internal barrel blackening to reduce reflections
| Prism Type | Porro |
| Magnification | 16x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50 mm |
| Angle of View | 3.5° (actual) |
| Field-of-View | 184' @ 1000 yd / 61.09 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 23' / 7.01 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 3.1 mm |
| Eye Relief | 18 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | 56 - 72 mm / 2.20 - 2.83" |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
| Dimensions | 7.72 x 2.9 x 6.97" / 19.61 x 7.37 x 17.70 cm |
| Weight | 2.29 lb / 1.04 kg |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 22 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (20)
- Strong construction (18)
- Works well with glasses (12)
- Waterproof (10)
- Close focus (7)
Cons
- Heavy (4)
Best Uses
- Wildlife viewing (18)
- Bird watching (13)
- Hunting (8)
- Sporting events/concerts (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (17), Avid adventurer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (17), Yes (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 22 customers
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Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Good purchase for use at the coast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I use the 16x50 Action binocs for animal spotting in conjunction with my photography work. I bought them to have the ability to "reach out and touch" the animals at a distance and they do this job VERY well. SOlid build by what I can see. Rubber coated. NIce case but no carry strap for the case. Tripod mount works fine and you WILL need it to steady the view. These binocs are powerful and hand holding for a solid steady image is next to impossible if what you are viewing is far off. Step down 1 perhaps for better hand hold viewing. BUT, if you want to get out to great distances,(you should see the moon through these things!) THIS IS THE PAIR FOR YOU. I think for the quality I am getting, the price point is fair. I give this product 5 stars as for what I bought it for, it functions flawlessly. With the lifetime warrenty should ANYTHING go wrong with it, why NOT get it?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I purchased these for bird and night sky observing. Yes, they are heavy, but the included tripod adapter takes care of that problem. I can see the Orion nebule with no problem with these binoculars.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- 25 Yr No Fault Warranty
- Good Eye Relief
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Excellent for long range viewing and low light situations, also very good for astronomy - the tripod adapter is great! We use for birding from the house where we can steady the binoculars by propping our arms on the table.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I mainly use it for hunting or when I am sighting in a new rifle and it is just the right power for 200 yards.
The one complaint i have is that there is no microfiber towel that comes with it... For the money you spend you would think that the towel to clean the lenses would be included.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Focus is easy, case is substantial; Nikon is a trusted brand; image is clear as day
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I bought these for my boyfriend after a long series of research. He absolutely loves these binoculars. I highly recommend them to anyone.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
- Recommended:
- Need a lenses cleaner
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
this is good to go anywhere
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
great product
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Hunting
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I use these binoculars for shooting, hunting and sports viewing sports. The long range view is great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Ocean boat viewing
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Very good clarity of view and light enough to use hand held. Nice ergonomic feel with rubber coating and tripod adapter included is a pluss for long term viewing. Eyecups adjust well with or without glasses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I would buy this product again, great for bird watching and landscape viewing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great Value
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Plane Spotting
- Ship watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
After having purchased the 7x35 binoculars from the same series for birdwatching, and being very impressed with their quality, I decided to also try the binoculars with the highest magnification in this series, the 16x50. The large magnification is a good choice to observe things that are far away and not fast moving, e.g. wildlife, or also (distant) plane spotting, or watching ships. A 16x magnification results of course in a much smaller field of view, and image quality, although very good, is not quite as good as for the 7x35. Part of this is probably also due to the fact that 16x magnification is best handled with a tripod or the binoculars resting on something. Luckily these come with a tripod mount already! But they are still light enough to be held by hand, and I am very happy with using them in the field without tripod. Again, solidly made and a great value!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I love 'em! I take them hiking and my boys and I really enjoy seeing bobcats or hawks up close and personal. They are also great for night sky viewing, particularly the moon. Shaking and fatigue are not a huge problem, but I was very pleased that they came with tripod adapter, which I just leave on all the time. The binoculars are AMAZING with tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Tripod adapter
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Ships on Lake Michigan
- Star gazing
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Bought these to put on tripod at cottage on Lake Michigan to view ships, birds and even stars. Previously purchased the Nikon 10x50 but decided to increase the viewing power with these. Now I will have this one mounted, and hand-hold the 10x50. Both are excellent binoculars.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Shotting
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I'm going to used went I go shotting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- 16X is great
- Close Focus
- No questions warranty
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- On the Beach
- On the boat
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
I live on Skidaway Island, in Georgia, near the Atlantic Ocean. Hot! Wet! Humid! Saltwater and Salt Air!.
I am an avid fisherman/boater, birder etc and have gone through MANY pairs of binoculars as the saltwater plays havoc on everything in the boat. Water proof/fog proof is what I need. These are great for reading channel markers and looking for tailing fish etc. I can use these through my windows and they bring the alligators and birds up close and personal.
The warranty of "no questions asked" was what made me choose these. I liked them so much that I bought another pair for my son. He loves them too.
Weight is no issue. Clear as the air at all distances.
I can now take them everywhere and I don't have to worry.
I used the $25 gift card to buy floating neck strap.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Tripod ready
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Great for bird watching. Has the power to look at birds at a distance and provide an image big enough to see the details. Works well with a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
This ATB version of the 16x50 Action is really well-made with durable housing and exceptional fit & finish. The objective is a bit small for the 16x magnification resulting in a rather narrow FOV and low level eye-relief, but the benefit of manageble size/weight makes up for it in my opinion. I think the value for the $$ is unbeatable for this scope.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Brightness
- Close Focus
- Eye relief
- Focus
- Fog Free
- Nitorgen Gas Filled
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon 16x50 Action EX Extreme ATB Binocular:
Nikon wins hands down. I am a professional wildlife videographer and compared these field glasses to Leica, Zeiss, and Swarovski costing a couple thousand dollars. The bigger prices don't add up. The Nikon EX Extreme field of view, brightness, and clarity are incredible and exceed more costly optics I've used. 50mm objective lens diameter is perfect for my application. These Nikon's are also nitrogen gas filled making them waterproof and fog-free (a must have). They have asepherical eyepiece lens which elimiates image distortion, rubber armouring, and tripod mount. I count on my ability to focus to make my living and I am blown away by the quality for the dollars. B&H also had best price [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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