Ricoh Pentax 8x43 Z-Series ZD WP Binoculars
Description
- Phase-Corrected BAK4 Roof Prisms
- Hybrid Aspherical Lens Elements
- Fully Multicoated Optics
- Angle of View: 50°
- Nitrogen-Filled, Water and Fogproof
- Closed Bridge Configuration
- Magnesium Alloy Chassis
- Knurled Center Focus Wheel
- Tripod Mountable
- Twist-Up Eyecups
Designed for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, the Pentax 8x43 Z-Series ZD WP Binoculars feature multiple optical technologies to improve the image quality and ensure accurate colors in all weather and lighting conditions.
The image-enhancement starts with hybrid aspherical lens elements that eliminate distortion around the edges of the lens for clear edge-to-edge views and corrects lens astigmatism that can prevent the ability to bring subjects into sharp focus. Anti-reflection fully multicoated optics maximize light transmission through the entire optical path to make views appear bright and crisp, especially in low light. Finally, the BAK4 roof prisms are phase-corrected to enhance contrast and further correct chromatic aberration. These technologies work together to produce bright and clear high-contrast images with accurate colors and virtually no distortion.
Complementing the optical performance is a housing that is built for a lifetime of rugged outdoor use. The chassis is made of a lightweight and durable magnesium alloy with a rubberized armor that protects against impacts while providing a slip-resistant grip. The optical tubes are nitrogen filled for fogproof performance and O-ring sealed to make the binoculars submersible to as much as 3.3'. An protective external lens coating helps to repel dust, water, and oil to ensure obstruction-free viewing. For longer glassing sessions, they are tripod mountable with an optional adapter.
Optical Performance:
- 8x magnification
- 43mm objective lenses
- BAK4 Roof prism optical path
- Anti-reflection fully multicoated optics
- Phase corrected prisms produce high-contrast images with true color rendition
- Hybrid aspherical lens elements correct for spherical aberrations to reduce distortion at the edges of the lens and corrects for astigmatism that can prevent sharp focusing
- 331' field of view at 1000 yards
- 50° angle of view
Use and Handling:
- Closed bridge configuration
- Large knurled center focus wheel
- Right-eye diopter adjustment
- 22mm eye relief, 5.4mm exit pupil
- Twist-up eyecups for use with or without eye wear
- Tripod mountable with optional adapter
Construction Details:
- Lightweight and durable magnesium alloy housing
- Rubberized armoring protects against impacts and provides slip-resistant grip
- Nitrogen-filled, fogproof and submersible to 3.3' (1m)
- Internal focusing system helps to maintain waterproof seals
- Dust/water/grease repellent coatings keeps the optical surfaces clean
Technical Specifications:
Prism Type |
Roof |
Magnification |
8x |
Objective Lens Diameter |
43 mm |
Angle of View |
6.3° (Actual) |
Field of View |
330.7' @ 1000 yd / 110.2 m @ 1000 m |
Minimum Focus Distance |
42.7" / 1.1 m |
Exit Pupil Diameter |
5.4 mm |
Eye Relief |
22 mm |
Diopter Adjustment |
Yes |
Focus Type |
Center |
Fogproof |
Yes, Nitrogen Filled |
Water Resistance |
Waterproof |
Dimensions |
5.7 x 5 x 2" / 14.5 x 12.7 x 5.1 cm |
Weight |
24.5 oz / 694.6 g |
In the Box:
- Pentax 8x43 Z-Series ZD WP Binoculars
- Neck Strap
- Carrying Case with Strap
- 2 x Objective Lens Caps
- 2 x Eyepiece Caps
- Limited 1-Year Warranty