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Pentax SMC XW 14mm Eyepiece (1.25")

BH #PEEP14X • MFR #70515
7 reviews
Pentax SMC XW 14mm Eyepiece (1.25")
Key Features
  • For Select Pentax Spotting Scopes
  • For Telescopes That Use 1.25" Eyepieces
  • Wide 70° Angle of View
  • Low-Dispersion Lanthanum Glass Lenses
Compatible with their PF-65 and PF-65 ED II series, PF-80 series, and PF-100 series spotting scopes plus just about any telescope that accepts 1.25" eyepieces, the Pentax SMC XW 14mm Eyepiece produces a moderate magnification that balances field of view with examining details, whether you use it for astronomical or terrestrial subjects.
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Pentax 70515 Overview

Compatible with their PF-65 and PF-65 ED II series, PF-80 series, and PF-100 series spotting scopes plus just about any telescope that accepts 1.25" eyepieces, the Pentax SMC XW 14mm Eyepiece produces a moderate magnification that balances field of view with examining details, whether you use it for astronomical or terrestrial subjects.

Using low-dispersion lanthanum glass with a seven elements in six groups lens configuration and antireflection multicoatings, views through the eyepiece are crisp and bright with high resolution and minimal distortion. The spacious 70° field of view and exceptional 20mm eye relief ensure maximum comfort for long-duration use.

UPC: 027075075238

Pentax 70515 Specs

Focal Length14mm
Apparent Field of View70°
Eye Relief20.0 mm
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter1.25"
Field Stop Diameter17.6 mm
Dimensionsø: 2.4 x L: 3.8" / ø: 6.1 x L: 9.65 cm
Weight12.88 oz / 365 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.22 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.45 x 3.9 x 3.55"

Pentax 70515 Reviews

Excellent Eyepiece

By swix
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-05-05

I use this for astronomy with my telescope. The Pentax XW eyepieces are among the finest being made.

Can't get better than this!

By Chris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2012-06-28

I bought this eyepiece for my Pentax 65ED II spotting scope. I chose this particular eyepiece after doing a great deal of research and reading numerous reviews. It certainly doesn't disappoint. The images are bright, sharp, color neutral and full of contrast. I am an avid nature watcher and Pentax has gone over and beyond, in my opinion, with this XW eyepiece.

Disappointing by comparison

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2012-01-24

I couldn't find fault with this eyepiece, however I bought it for terrestial river viewing. I already had the Pentax XW20 eyepiece and was hoping to be able to see greater detail with the XW14 but that was not the case. To me it seems about the same as the XW20 in resolving fine detail. It will probably get very little use because of the wider field of view of the XW20.

clear, wide

By DoubleD
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2011-07-11

Great eyepiece

Fantastic Eyepiece

By Anonymous
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2011-05-01

Some coma in a faster telescope, but a paracorr fixes it up really nicely. In slower scopes these are extremely nice eyepieces. The coatings are second to none and the faintest details pop right out. Eye relief is a generous 20mm and so comfortable to observe through.

all I wanted and more

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2013-05-22

image quality is great. works well for digiscoping, too

Returned it.

By Barry
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2012-09-21

Reviews for this eyepiece were great. But, image was dull, lacked contrast, and extremely difficult to keep centered in my eye, even with the 20mm eye relief. Purchased expensive Pentax 80mmED scope to go along with this eyepiece. Don't know if problem was with scope, eyepiece, or both. But, returned everything to B&H and purchased another brand,

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