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Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars

BH #PE8X25ADWP • MFR #62881
 27 reviews
Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars
Key Features
  • Phase-Corrected BAK4 Roof Prisms
  • Fully Multi-Coated Optics
  • Angle of View: 44°
  • Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof
Designed for the nature enthusiast who wants to pack light without sacrificing image quality, the Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars deliver bright, clear images while weighing in at just 10.6 ounces. Their BAK4 roof prisms are phase corrected to improve image contrast and enhance color rendition. All of the optics are anti-reflection and fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission, producing the brightest views possible.
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Pentax A-Series AD WP 8x25 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Optical Performance
  • 3Use and Handling
  • 4Construction Details

Designed for the nature enthusiast who wants to pack light without sacrificing image quality, the Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars deliver bright, clear images while weighing in at just 10.6 ounces. Their BAK4 roof prisms are phase corrected to improve image contrast and enhance color rendition. All of the optics are anti-reflection and fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission, producing the brightest views possible.

An asymmetrical hinge design enables the binoculars to be folded up much smaller than typical center-hinged optics. In order to cut weight, the housing is made of corrosion- and impact-resistant fiberglass-reinforced polycarbonate polymer. The material is also temperature resistant, allowing for their use in extreme climates while reducing expansion and contraction that wide temperature swings can cause (and which can make the optical components move out of collimation over time). Their optical tubes are nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed, making them submersible to 3.3' as well as fogproof in all weather conditions.

Optical Performance
  • 8x magnification
  • 25mm objective lenses
  • BAK4 roof prisms
  • Phase-corrected prism coatings enhance contrast and improve color rendition
  • Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics
  • 288.8' field of view at 1000 yards
  • 44° angle of view
Use and Handling
  • Asymmetrical hinge design enables ultra-compact stowage
  • Closed bridge configuration
  • Knurled center focusing wheel
  • Twist-up eyecups for use with or without eyewear
  • 21mm eye relief, 3.1mm exit pupil
Construction Details
  • Lightweight fiberglass-reinforced polycarbonate housing
  • Housing is corrosion, temperature, and impact resistant
  • Nitrogen filled for fogproof performance; submersible to 3.3' (1m)
  • Rubberized armoring protects against impacts and provides slip-resistant grip
  • Inner focusing mechanism provides smooth focus while preserving waterproof seals
  • Weighs in at just 10.6 oz
UPC: 027075288652

Pentax A-Series AD WP 8x25 Specs

Key Specs
Prism Type
Roof
Magnification
8x
Objective Lens Diameter
25 mm
Angle of View
5.5° (Actual)
Field of View
288.7' @ 1000 yd / 96.2 m @ 1000 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
3.1 mm
Performance
Magnification
8x
Objective Lens Diameter
25 mm
Angle of View
5.5° (Actual)
Field of View
288.7' @ 1000 yd / 96.2 m @ 1000 m
Minimum Focus Distance
6.3' / 1.9 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
3.1 mm
Eye Relief
21 mm
Diopter Adjustment
Yes
Focus Type
Center
Features
Fogproof
Yes, Nitrogen Filled
Water Resistance
Waterproof
Environmental Protection
Advertised as Water Resistant
*Test Methodology Not Supplied
General
Dimensions
4.3 x 4.1 x 1.6" / 10.9 x 10.4 x 4.1 cm
Weight
10.6 oz / 300.5 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.83 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.85 x 3.55 x 2.75"

Pentax A-Series AD WP 8x25 Reviews

Bang for the buck

By cam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-14

For glass under 300$ CDN I personally feel that nothing Beats Pentax Ricoh. I take this ocean paddle boarding/hiking and the small light weight form factor is appreciated. close focus you will see double circles but that doesn't bother me as I am greatful that's it even has a decent close focus at all for what you get in this form factor. Sometimes it's nice to observe insects and flowers when the moment arises, this accommodates my needs. If one doesn't need a weather proof/collapsible small form bin, I'd highly recommend the Papilio 2 6.5 x21. At the end of the day my favourite bin is an 8x32 but it cost 4 -5 times as much and these serve the perfect purpose of what ever you have on you is what you will use. Buy these and take them everywhere all the time.

Very portable, very nice!

By Mathew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-03

I was tired of lugging my moderately-sized binocs that wouldn't fit in a pocket. These are perfect. Great optics, smooth operation, and very nice eye relief.

Astonishingly good for the price

By Jan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-12

I own several pairs of highly rated binoculars that I use for bird watching, but I wanted something really small and inexpensive to carry with me during other activities. I do own a pair of pocket binoculars that are even smaller than these, and cost much more, but they are 10X power, which makes them hard to hold steady, and their eye relief is barely adequate for someone who wears glasses, as I do. I have found most binoculars costing less than $200 to be terrible, but I've had had good luck with Pentax cameras and optics and on paper these were exactly what I was looking for, so I bought these. All I can say is that these are astonishingly good for the price. The image is bright and free of distortion and chromatic aberration right to the edge of the field of view, which is admittedly much narrower than larger binoculars. Ricoh's specs do not indicate that these use ED glass, but the optical quality is such that I would have guessed they do. They are also solidly built and focusing is tight and precise. There are no objective lens covers and the flimsy ocular lens caps provided are worthless, but that's fine for something I want to keep in a lightweight case in my pocket or a bag. As other reviewers have noted, the case supplied is too snug, but a Megagear neoprene case for small cameras like a Canon Powershot or Fuji XF10 fits perfectly.

Quite good for the size and price

By William
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-06

Small binoculars have limitations, but these are above average, are well-suited for casual use when size and weight are a concern. The eye-relief is unusually good for inexpensive binocs, and the inter-pupillary distance is good for small folding ones (the specs don't list, but it's enough for me, and I have a wide IP.) These will find a place in my travel kit, and will serve as opera glasses, but they won't replace my larger binoculars for more serious use.

Bright, sharp, and excellent magnification

By Thomas
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-06-30

These deliver an excellent view - bright, crisp and clear. They are lightweight, a good size to fit the eyes comfortably and to use the controls. The controls are simple to use and intuitively placed. Excellent Pentax optics.

Very impressive

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-16

These were smaller than I anticipated, but I’m not complaining since they work better than I expected. It seems realistic to be able to pocket these in a jacket. Optical quality is excellent given the size. Compared to the binoculars of yesteryear the fact that this level of quality is this cheap is really remarkable. They work with my glasses although that naturally cuts down the FOV.

Fantastic travel binoculars

By Omar
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-06

The Pentax AD 8 x 25 WP are small and lightweight (9.6 ounces), and for their size offer excellent light-gathering. They are rubberized protecting against impacts, have waterproof seals, a central focusing knob, retractable twisting eyecups, and hinges that fold independently of each other. Optically, they have a wider field of view and colors appeared bright in most conditions. Even star gazing offers reasonably lighting. The fasteners for the straps are located between the eyepieces and the rubberized eyepieces feel comfortable.

good pocket binos

By Jeff
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-19

Great glass for the price and weight and they seem solidly built. It takes a bit of fiddling to get them perfectly aligned with your hands and eyes, but they're comfortable to use. The only nits to pick are that the provided strap is uncomfortable and they don't hang straight down, rather they rest on the objective lens ends against your chest. I hang them reversed when around my neck to be comfortable.

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What is the minimum focal distance for these ...

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Asked by: Greg
The minimum focusing distance for the Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars BH #PE8X25ADWP • MFR #62881 is 6.3' / 1.9 m
Answered by: John
Date published: 2023-03-07

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What is the inter-pupillary distance for these binoculars? This is a critical spec and it is missing from the displayed specs.
Asked by: William
Bear in mind that this just eyeballing it (so, error roughly +/- 1mm). I estimate the adjustment range to be 34mm to 75mm. If your eyes are set far apart, the folding style binocular are probably not going to work for you regardless of the specific model.
Answered by: Darren
Date published: 2021-06-23

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What are the dimensions of the Pentax A-Series AD WP 8x25 in inches, height, width and depth?
Asked by: Barry
The dimensions of the Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars (B&H # PE8X25ADWP • MFR # 62881) are 4.3 x 4.1 x 1.6" / 10.9 x 10.4 x 4.1 cm.
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Date published: 2023-05-30

What's included? I see a case photo, does it ...

What's included? I see a case photo, does it include lens caps (objective and eyepiece), neck strap?
Asked by: James
Pentax 8x25 A-Series AD WP Compact Binoculars BH #PE8X25ADWP • MFR #62881 comes with Neck Strap Carrying Case with Strap **************** 2 x Eyepiece Caps ************* Limited 25-Year Warranty No objective caps.
Answered by: John
Date published: 2022-04-24

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Would these be good for a person with a small face?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes this model would be good for a small face. They fold up very small, so they will be able to adjust to the eyes well.
Answered by: Alex S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Is there a diopter adjustment?

Is there a diopter adjustment?
Asked by: Jon
Yes, there would be diopter adjustment on this.
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2021-03-22

Did anyone find a good binoculars case? The one ...

Did anyone find a good binoculars case? The one that come with it is very tight. It's hard to slip the binoculars in & out
Asked by: John
When using the binoculars with the case are you folding the barrels inward before placing them in the case.
Answered by: John
Date published: 2022-11-10
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