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Fujinon 12x28 Techno-Stabi Image-Stabilized Binoculars

BH #FU12X28TSB • MFR #600022986
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Fujinon 12x28 Techno-Stabi Image-Stabilized Binoculars
Key Features
  • ±3° Image Stabilization
  • Waterproof to 3.3' for 30 Minutes
  • AR Multicoated Lenses
  • Auto Shutoff After 10 Minutes Inactivity
Enjoy the high power of 12x magnification without needing a tripod when you use these 12x28 Techno-Stabi Image-Stabilized Binoculars from Fujinon. They have a vibration suppression range of ±3°, so you'll see the details of far-off subjects without the distracting hand shake that typically spoils the view of traditional high-power optics. Especially useful when glassing from a moving vehicle or while sailing across choppy seas, these binoculars are waterproof to 3.3' for up to 30 minutes. Multicoated optics deliver a bright and crisp image with accurate color and vivid contrast, and the 16mm eye relief and twist-up eyecups make them comfortable whether you're wearing eyeglasses or not.
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Fujinon Techno-Stabi 12x28 Waterproof Overview

Enjoy the high power of 12x magnification without needing a tripod when you use these 12x28 Techno-Stabi Image-Stabilized Binoculars from Fujinon. They have a vibration suppression range of ±3°, so you'll see the details of far-off subjects without the distracting hand shake that typically spoils the view of traditional high-power optics. Especially useful when glassing from a moving vehicle or while sailing across choppy seas, these binoculars are waterproof to 3.3' for up to 30 minutes. Multicoated optics deliver a bright and crisp image with accurate color and vivid contrast, and the 16mm eye relief and twist-up eyecups make them comfortable whether you're wearing eyeglasses or not.

  • Compact and lightweight with a stabilization correction of +3 degrees
  • Waterproof to 3.3' for up to 30 minutes
  • Ideal for concerts, theme parks, and bird watching
  • Stabilization activates with a shift switch for effortless control during prolonged use
  • Provides sharp image at a high magnification without the use of a tripod
UPC: 074100000642

Fujinon Techno-Stabi 12x28 Waterproof Specs

Key Specs
Prism Type
Porro
Magnification
12x
Objective Lens Diameter
28 mm
Field of View
219.9' / 73 m @ 1000 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
2.3 mm
Battery
1x CR2
Prism Type
Porro
Performance
Magnification
12x
Objective Lens Diameter
28 mm
Field of View
219.9' / 73 m @ 1000 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
2.3 mm
Eye Relief
16.5 mm
Interpupillary Adjustment
2.2 to 2.8" / 56 to 70 mm
Diopter Adjustment
Yes
Focus Type
Center
Image Stabilization
Stabilization Freedom
+/- 3°
General
Battery
1x CR2
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant to 3' / 1 m (IPX7)
Dimensions
5.8 x 4.3 x 2.9" / 14.7 x 10.9 x 7.4 cm
Weight
1.1 lb / 0.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.525 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.5 x 6.5 x 3.3"

Fujinon Techno-Stabi 12x28 Waterproof Reviews

Great image and stabilization

By Bruce
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-29

I have had problems using binoculars w/o stabilization... in fact, I didn't even know about this until watching the Blue Angels from a friend's home where they had these binoculars. I was quite impressed and immediately bought a pair. When looking through the eyepiece, it is necessary to look straight through as any angle of view will offset the image such that it has black around part of it. Under normal circumstances, this is not an issue. But in my case, my interpupillary distance (IPD) is 55 mm. The binoculars have a minimum IPD of 55 mm (as per the enclosed manual), or maybe 56 mm (as per the web site). It was difficult to ascertain the best way adjust them. Contrary to the manual, I had to fully extend the eye cups and use them only with my glasses on. I have to accept this and am getting used to the fact that I can't use them as comfortably as I'd like. I found that all other Fujinon binoculars had the same minimum IPD. My wife does not have this issue and she is very pleased with these. That aside, my hands are not as steady at my age as they used to be and the stabilization makes binoculars usable again.

The Waterproof edition

By John
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-06

I've had the Canon 15x50 IS binoculars for a couple years now, and have been extremely happy with them. I don't mind the weight much because I'm used to lugging around heavy camera bags, but even so the bulk and weight of the Canon does limit bringing them to concerts and similar controlled venues. So for while I've been looking at lighter, more compact IS binoculars to complement the Canon. I've been very happy with a couple Fujifilm X-system bodies and many lenses so Fujifilm was a logical pick for my second IS binocular. Optically they review well although this compact model was criticized for not being waterproof - that's PRIOR to the recent release of this new waterproof version (1 meter for 20 minutes). This compact Techno-Stabi series does look rather odd compared to classic binoculars which create a longer optical path by angling the objectives wider than the eyepieces. These Fujinon take the opposite approach of narrowing the objectives. However, this design contributes its part to the lighter/smaller aspect of these binoculars. The proof is in the looking - optical quality is my main consideration. I compared these to my Canon 15x50 IS, which cost approximately 2x but differ vastly in weight and bulk. My targets for comparison mimicked two of my typical uses. For sky-watching I targeted Jupiter and its moons, and the Moon, and for daytime spotting I targeted parked license plates at a roughly-estimated 400 yards. Careful alignment, right-eye adjustment, and focusing were required to judge the differences. The Canon allowed the bands of Jupiter to be suggested to the eye whereas I did not perceive the bands with the Fujinon. All four Galilean moons stood out with the Canon whereas the dimmest was quite dim with the Fujinon. I believe these differences are: (1) less absolute resolution with the Fujinon due to smaller objective size, and (2) less light-gathering power with the Fujinon for the same reason. These are completely expected trade-offs for the much smaller Fujinon's size. The Moon had a similar crisp appearance with both binoculars, just larger and easier to perceive with the Canon. The conclusion is that for sky-watching (which I normally drive to anyway and requires clear dry weather) the Canon binoculars are preferred. With the license plates, the main numerals were readable with both binoculars, smaller of course with the Fujinon but still readable. The apparent resolution of the two binoculars appeared the same (or close), the differences in detail all resulting from the Canon's higher magnification. Overall, the modest extra magnification, brightness, wider apparent field-of-view, and theoretical resolution of Canon did make for a quicker and more satisfying read of whatever I was looking at. The Fujinon always required a bit longer effort to center the subject and the somewhat smaller apparent FOV was noticeable. The Fujinon's stabilization was solid and superior to the Canon's, which always leaves a bit of drift with the IS activated. Operationally, I am of course accustomed to the Canon, but its push button IS control and focusing knob are perfectly positioned for my hands. The focusing is not stiff and the ratio allows very quick and precise lock-in. I am not yet so accustomed to the Fujinon but the twist-on/off knob would seem slightly more fiddly. The main irritation so far is the placement, shape and size, and extra firmness of the focusing knob. It semi-blends into the binocular body and I find that my fingers need to seek it out every time. Only its very top (a small area) can be used to rotate it. And the movement is very stiff, together with the small control surface requiring a determination sufficient to make fine focusing this binocular somewhat of a bother. Given I already had the excellent Canon 15x50 IS, and a second stabilized binocular is an indulgence, are the trade-offs worth it? The optical quality is there, the size/weight and waterproofing are there. The Fujinon will be my preferred out-and-about IS binoculars except for sky-watching.

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