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The BD 8x42 BL binocular from Minox is surprisingly lightweight at just 1.4 lb/636 g thanks to the robust polycarbonate chassis. The phase-coated roof prisms & multicoated lens elements perform well beyond expectations, making them the ideal birder's optic without the need for a pack mule!
| Prism Type | Roof |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 mm |
| Angle of View | 6.5° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 8.20' / 2.5 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 5.2 mm |
| Eye Relief | 19 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dioptric Correction | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.96 x 2.13 x 5.63" / 126 x 54 x 143 mm |
| Weight | 22.43 oz / 636 g |
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Comments about Minox 8x42 BD BL Binocular:
I owned--and lost--Canon 8X32 WP binoculars...I was very satisfied with them. I looked around and finally decided on the Minox 8X42. I'm a very obsessive individual when it comes to stuff like binoculars so I didn't make the Minox choice easily (and without hours of consideration on the alternatives). What can I say? Tremendous improvement (over the Canons) in image clarity and brightness!
These things, I'm convinced, are the best I could buy. I cannot imagine anything better in the 8X42 range regardless of price, imagine stabilization, etc.
A wonderful find, great price, complete satisfaction. I'll pass the word on about the Minox line. And BH has always been very good to me.
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Purchase was for birding and wildlife watching. My experience with the purchase so far has been great. The binocular has great vision quality. The best binocular I have owned with a very appealing price.
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I needed a wider, light, easy to carry sharp 8X Binocular. At the price point they are exceptional, comparing well to those costing much more
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Yes indeed,this pair came as surprise, although it shouldn't be knowing the optics quality of Minox.These are easily comparable with high end binoculars costing in the range of $1500.00-2000.00.I did side by side comparison with name brands that costs nearly 8-10 times of this and I didn't see 8-10 times the difference, the difference in clarity and comfort was almost identical, maybe 20 years of hard use may take its tool on the Minox and not on the other expensive ones as much, but who cares. If I ever break them or lost'm or if they're stolen, I know I can replace them for around[$] and can afford to buy 3 more for the whole family and enough money saved to go away somewhere spectacular for bird watching when compared to high end ones.I have also looked at the Canon 8X42 IS and the 10X50 IS, nikon 8X42, Pentax 8X42 on the same or lower price level, Pentax was the winner of the lower end bunch.
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Easy to focus, sharp, bright.
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I have already used these for visits to lake and shore areas and was most impressed and pleased with them.
The clarity and power surprised me and more than met any hopes and expectations I might have had.
The person in your store was most helpful in making the selection.
These binoculars have a neat feature which allows them to be used while still wearing eyeglasses.
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I bought these binoculars for sporting events and any daytime events. They are clear and easy to pull out and use. I looked at a high end pair that cost twice as much and the difference was minimal. They are not reccommended for night time viewing that wasn't my purpose for buying. Best Binoculars for the price.
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