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Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing)
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- B&H # NIPS582AZFS
- Mfr# 6975
Product Highlights
- 20-60x Zoom Eyepiece
- AAoV of 39.9°
- BAK4 Fully Multicoated Lenses
- Built-In Sliding Sunshade
- Nitrogen-Purged: Waterproof and Fogproof
The Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope from Nikon delivers a capacious magnification spread with a very high zoom power of 20-60x. Initial scanning is already magnified to 20x but then the zooming in to the fine detail continues to an intense 60x for observing the intricacies of the chosen object. That's on the ocular side. On the objective side is an immense 82mm of light gathering ability that puts observation into the low light situations of dawn, dusk and overcast days when the nocturnal creatures are more apt to start showing themselves. The scope is made for outdoor conditions. Waterproof to 3.3 feet for up to 10 minutes it is fully o-ring sealed, and purged with nitrogen to ensure all-weather performance. BAK4 multicoated optics assures optimal high contrast seeing with superb brightness and color fidelity. The angled eyepiece allows longer stress free viewing sessions with a more comfortable view of targets near the zenith. There is a built-in sliding sunshade for protection from excessive glare or rain drops on the objective. Backed up by Nikon's "No-Fault" repair/replacement 25-year warranty; regardless of what happens to the scope-even from negligence - Nikon will repair or replace (at their option) this extremely well built and durable spotting scope.
Note! Covered by Nikon's 25-year no-fault repair/replacement policy
- Very large objective lens for a brighter field of view
- Compact, lightweight and smooth ergonomic design
- All lenses and prisms are fully multilayer-coated for brighter images
- Built-in sliding hood provides glare, dust, rain and snow protection for the objective
- O-ring sealed, nitrogen-purged, waterproof (up to 3.3'/1m for 10 minutes) and fogproof protection
- Chromatic aberration at the peripheries of the view field is minimized furnishing color fidelity out to the edge
| Magnification | 20-60x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 82 mm |
| Focal Length | Not provided by manufacturer |
| Field of View |
20x: 2° - 104.8' @ 1000 yd / 34.8 m @ 1000 m 60x: Not provided by manufacturer |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 20' / 6.1 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter |
20x: 4.1 mm 60x: 1.4 mm |
| Eye Relief | Eye Relief : 16.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | Not provided by manufacturer |
| Mounting Thread | Not provided by manufacturer |
| Weatherproofing | Submersible to 3.3' / 1 m for 10 minutes |
| Dimensions |
15.4 x 3.7" / 392 x 95 mm
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| Weight |
33.9 oz / 960 g
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (6)
- Strong construction (6)
- Lightweight (4)
- Waterproof (4)
- Close focus (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird watching (6)
- Wildlife viewing (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (4), Avid adventurer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-7
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
Like all Nikon optics they are better than average for what you pay, I like my 20x60x82 works great in low light that's what I was looking for. The field of vision on high power is a little small at 300 yards but at longer distances like 1 to 2 thousand yards its good.the eye relief takes a little getting use to on the higher power and the focus knob is in a good place and works well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
Birding and hunting ,good clear scope.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Detective Work
- Surf Check
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I live about a two miles away from my surf break and was looking for something better than my shaky binoculars to check the conditions. While not exactly designed for this, it works beautifully, the clarity is not perfect at this range but it is pretty dang good. Looks straight into the barrel and I can actually recognize people I know. For birding or checking detail in anything at much closer ranges, the clarity is amazing. You can even read handwritten notes in peoples cars parked across the street. Stoked!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Zoom Hard To Focus
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I expected to spend a lot more money on a scope than this great deal. I was very pleased when I got it set up and took a look at the crystal sharp image. This scope can focus fairly close. I can focus on birds at my bird feeders from my bedroom window. The zoom function is a not always effective as sometimes the object goes out of focus. The field of view becomes smaller when you zoom. But other than that the scope is easy to set up, focus and see some amazing detail.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
Cons
- Needs A Case
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
We bought this scope for birding and have loved how light it is. Good glass and easy to use. I'd only wish it came with a bag rather than the always-on harness. It doesn't provide enough protection IMHO.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I use this scope for birding. The optics are clear and the scope lets in plenty of light. The zoom function is very nice. However, the scope is difficult to focus - the focus knob is very sensitive - maybe too sensitive. I seem to be constanly "over correcting". Maybe more practice with the scope will smooth out my focusing issues.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I am very pleased with this scope. While using this product for birding, the targeted birds are seen clearly and more vivid. It's really nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-7
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (6)
- Strong construction (6)
- Lightweight (4)
- Waterproof (4)
- Close focus (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird watching (6)
- Wildlife viewing (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (4), Avid adventurer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-7
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
Like all Nikon optics they are better than average for what you pay, I like my 20x60x82 works great in low light that's what I was looking for. The field of vision on high power is a little small at 300 yards but at longer distances like 1 to 2 thousand yards its good.the eye relief takes a little getting use to on the higher power and the focus knob is in a good place and works well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
Birding and hunting ,good clear scope.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Detective Work
- Surf Check
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I live about a two miles away from my surf break and was looking for something better than my shaky binoculars to check the conditions. While not exactly designed for this, it works beautifully, the clarity is not perfect at this range but it is pretty dang good. Looks straight into the barrel and I can actually recognize people I know. For birding or checking detail in anything at much closer ranges, the clarity is amazing. You can even read handwritten notes in peoples cars parked across the street. Stoked!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Zoom Hard To Focus
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I expected to spend a lot more money on a scope than this great deal. I was very pleased when I got it set up and took a look at the crystal sharp image. This scope can focus fairly close. I can focus on birds at my bird feeders from my bedroom window. The zoom function is a not always effective as sometimes the object goes out of focus. The field of view becomes smaller when you zoom. But other than that the scope is easy to set up, focus and see some amazing detail.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
Cons
- Needs A Case
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
We bought this scope for birding and have loved how light it is. Good glass and easy to use. I'd only wish it came with a bag rather than the always-on harness. It doesn't provide enough protection IMHO.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I use this scope for birding. The optics are clear and the scope lets in plenty of light. The zoom function is very nice. However, the scope is difficult to focus - the focus knob is very sensitive - maybe too sensitive. I seem to be constanly "over correcting". Maybe more practice with the scope will smooth out my focusing issues.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Nikon Prostaff 5 20-60x82 Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing):
I am very pleased with this scope. While using this product for birding, the targeted birds are seen clearly and more vivid. It's really nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-7
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