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Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular USA
- Price: $99.95
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # PE8X25SW
- Mfr# 62593
Product Highlights
- Waterproof & Fogproof
- Roof Prism
- 5.6° Angle of View
The Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW is a compact roof prism binocular with dual hinge design that makes it small enough to slip right into your shirt pocket or pocket book. It is a desirable option for all outdoor activities including sports, hunting and wild life observation. Its high resolution phase-coated optics insures great optical performance and delivers brilliantly detailed images of objects.
The binocular is nitrogen filled (with JIS Class 6) to be fog-free during sudden temperature changes. It is waterproof and can be submerged up to 3 feet and not be subjected to water damage. It offers helicoid eyepiece rings with four click stops for comfortable eye relief and can accommodate all viewers including eyeglass wearers. Also, it offers comfortable handling due to its efficient rubber non-slip surface that enables a sure grip every time in use.
- High resolution phase-coated optics to produce sharp and crisp images
- Helicoid eyepiece ring with four click stops provides comfortable viewing
- Efficient ergonomic design and smooth center focus
- Lightweight and compact -- it can be carried anywhere
- Dual hinge design folds up to fit your shirt pocket
- Rubber covered exterior provides a sure grip for all weather conditions
- Long eye relief for eyeglass wearers
- Dioptric correction to accommodate all vision
| Prism Type | Roof |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 25 mm |
| Angle of View | 5.6° |
| Field-of-View | 288' @ 1000 yd / 95.62 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 9.84' / 3 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 3.1 mm |
| Eye Relief | 21 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | 33.02 - 71.12 mm / 1.3 - 2.8" |
| Dioptric Correction | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Tripod Mount | None |
| Dimensions | 4.1 x 1.4 x 4.3" / 10.41 x 3.56 x 10.92 cm |
| Weight | 10.5 oz / 297.68 g |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
71%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (5)
- Durable (4)
- Compact (3)
- Strong construction (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
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Pros
- Bright Clear Optics
- Fold Into Small Package
- Good Craftmanship
- Lightweight
Cons
- Small Field Of View
Best Uses
- Birding
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
I use the binoculars for birding, as they are light and easy to carry around whenever outside, and can be held in a coat pocket. Optics appear bright and clear, and the focusing knob turns smoothly and its easy to focus. Dusk and dawn viewing gets limited, but only very early in morning and later in the dusk. Workmanship is very good. Amazing value for the price. Small field of view is disconcerting when viewing birds closer than about 100 feet, unless they are stationary. Binos hang well from the straps provided, and do have only 2 adjustments for the eyepieces--all the way in or all the way out. Great for those wearing glasses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Quality feel
- Small
Cons
- Lanyard
Best Uses
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
Fits easily in a hiking/fanny pack. Feels solid and well made. Lanyard is kind of cheesy/cheap but would still highly recommend. So far they have been impressive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
So user friendly and easy to use...we have sweeping Hudson and manhattan views...and love to grab our Pentax binoculars and sweep over the Hudson...they are fantastic, lightweight, and very powerful.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Rapid focus
- Very close focus
Cons
- Low light limited
Best Uses
- All around
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
This is my traveling/pocket binoc. Very compact and sharp image for the size and price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
Took these binoculars on a 2 week Arican Safari (Botswana). They were light, easy to carry, and provided some great viewing. Well worth it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
[...] Binoculars are very good but a more limited field of view than expected was a little disappointing.Will buy again from B&H but will research more carefully.
Pros
- Compact
- Quality Lenses
Cons
- FOV is to narrow
- Poor case constrution
- Poor eye piece adjustment
Best Uses
- General use
Comments about Pentax 8x25 DCF-SW Binocular:
The good part is the optics are bright and clear. Very compact.
The bad part is the belt loop on the binocular case broke within the first 15minutes of use. On inspection the loop itself is paper thin and never had a chance of functioning. The binoculars are advertised to have a 4 position helicoid eye piece adjustment for eye relief. The truth is it has a 2 position. All the way in or all the way out. The out position clicks into position but not very positively and will sometimes move. The full out position which is for use without glasses is actually a bit to far for my taste. To bad it does not have 4 positions as advertised.
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