Archive for September, 2008

Pentax UCF 8×25 Waterproof Binocular The Pentax 8×25 UCF WP binocular features high-performance, super-multi-coated optics and waterproof capability, and are the ideal choice for use when hunting or bird watching - especially on or around water. PRODUCT FEATURES: Waterproof body submersible to 1 meter (JIS Class 6); Inner-focus optical design; High resolution, compact and lightweight; Dual axis, single body design; Protective rubber housing; Short minimum focusing distance (6.2 ft./1.9m); Fully multi-coated optical elements; Aspherical eyepiece lens elements; Long eye relief (15mm); High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms; Helicoid type eyepiece ring; Fully retractable pop-up diopter adjuster.
Customer Review: Great little binoculars
We also have a larger pair of Pentax binoculars, but I love these little ones, as they are compact, lightweight and tough! I can tuck them in a backpack, and they don’t take up much space or add too much weight. The Pentax warranty is excellent!

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Pentax DCF WP II 10×42 Binocular (Black) The Pentax DCF WP II 10 x 42 binocular (black) offers a 10x magnification in a high performance, full-sized, water resistant body, that has a sleek black finish to help keep you hidden from your target. The DCF WP II high-performance binocular features a simplified body design and an extremely durable, lightweight aluminum alloy encased in a full-body rubber housing to protect the optics and inner mechanisms from external shock and assure a firm, comfortable hold.

The DCF WP II combines multi-coated optical elements and high-refraction BaK4-glass roof prisms, and is treated with phase-chated coating plus a new super-reflection coating to ensure a high-resolution, high-contrast image over the entire image field. Protective glass is incorporated in front of the objective focusing elements to prevent the intrusion of dust into the nitrogen-filled inner body, which helps the DCF WP II offer JIS Class 6 fully waterproof (submersible to 3.3 feet) capability for use around the water and in the rain. And as if that’s not enough, the rubber housing and the protective glass also serve to upgrade the weather resistance on these binoculars, while the inner-focus optical design adds to the durability. These binoculars feature a helicoid eyepiece ring with four-click stops that give the most comfortable eye relief, and click-stop adjustments that lock in the right eyepiece diopter. The fully multi-coated lenses not only increase light transmission and color quality, but provide for long eye-relief for viewing with or without glasses. This unit weighs 28.2 ounces, measures 5 x 2.2 x 5.7 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty.

What’s in the Box
The DCF WP II 10×42 binoculars, eyepiece lens caps, case, straps, and warranty information.
Customer Review: Great Binos
Pentax DCF WP binoculars are great. I bought mine about 4 years ago. I have been very pleased. I was considering Leica and Swarovski in addition to these. The only advantage I found with Swarovski is that the lens protection covers are an actual engineered part of the system and work great. No covers are provided for the objectives with Pentax. I use mine allot in the rain and snow so this is important to me. However at about 1/3 the price and with very comparable performance, I chose the Pentax. I have not regretted this one bit. I bought some flip up caps from the local sporting goods store that work pretty well for about $30.

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Pentax Papilio 8.5×21 Binoculars w/Case Binoculars 62216 Named for the Latin word for butterfly, PENTAX Papilio 8.5×21 binoculars are the perfect choice for insect observation in the field and in museums and galleries. The enhanced observation capability of the Papilio binoculars is made possible by a PENTAX Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering (CLOSE) mechanism. The CLOSE mechanism automatically slides the left and right objective lenses toward the center when the focus is fixed at a short distance. Features: - Ideally suited for viewing insects, birds, artwork or any other object at close ranges - C.L.O.S.E. (Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering) allows them to focus down to 1.6 feet - Tough rubber covered exterior provides a sure grip and protects the internal mechanisms - Sleek, contemporary ultra-compact body with unibody construction - Revolutionary dual-axis, single body housing with synchronized eye-piece adjustment to assure correct optical alignment for comfortable viewing - Fast and easy center focusing for handling ease - Helicoid eyepiece rings for extra viewing comfort - Fully multi-coated optics to eliminate harmful ultraviolet rays while improving light transmission for high contrast images with no glare or flare - High quality BaK4 prisms transmit more light at the edges to enhance illumination for easier viewing in dim light Specifications: Binocular Type: Center focusing, porro-prism Lens Construction: Objective Lens: 2 elements in 1 group Eyepiece Lens: 5 elements in 5 groups Magnification: 8.5X Objective Lens Diameter: 21mm Real Field of View: 6.0 degrees Apparent Field of View: 51 degrees Field Of View At 1000 Meters: 105m Field of View at 1000 Yards: 315 ft. Exit Pupil: 2.5mm Eye Relief: 15mm Prism: Porro Relative Brightness: 6.3 Diopter Adjustment Range: +/- 4m -1 Diopter Adjustment: Click-stop adjuster built in right eyepiece Eye Distance Adjustment Range: 56mm-74mm (2.2″ - 2.9″) Focusing Range: Approx. 0.5m (1.6

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Pentax UCF-X II 8×25 Binocular Combining high-resolution optics and stylish, streamlined bodies with outstanding cost performance these binoculars offer excellent image quality and viewing comfort for most general-purpose applications, including wildlife, sports and theatrical observations.The UCF XII-series feature the PENTAX-original dual-axis eye-distance adjustment system to assure precise alignment of the lens barrels. Coupled with large 25mm objective lenses, high-refraction BaK4 glass prisms, multi-coated optical elements and aspherical eyepiece lens elements, they deliver high-quality images even under poor viewing conditions. Their compact, lightweight bodies are protected against dust and shock by full-body rubber housing. Other user-friendly features include a long 15-millimeter eye relief, a short minimum focusing distance of 1.9 meters/6.2 feet, extendible eyepiece rings, a fully retractable pop-up diopter adjuster, and a tripod socket.
Customer Review: Nice, Lightweight Binoculars
These are perfectly adequate for sporting and theater type events. Very lightweight, which makes it easy to wear them around the neck for lengthy periods. I lost an eyepiece the second day I used them and Pentax was kind enough to send me a free replacement.
Customer Review: Pentax
I bought this as a gift for my parents and they absolutly love it! I recomend this product to anyone who likes to do any sort of bird watching and or anything else that invovles binoculars. It’s amazing!

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Pentax DCF HR II 10×42 Fullsize Binocular The PENTAX 10×42 DCF HR II offers the most magnification of this two-binocular series and comes standard with the same outstanding features and sleek, lightweight design. An outstanding value, the high-quality PENTAX 10×42 DCF HR II binocular has everything you need in full-size binoculars and then some. The perfect choice for tough weather and lighting conditions.
Customer Review: Binoculars
We absolutely love our binoculars. Living out in the country they are perfect for seeing into our woods. All the wildlife we have out here is so much more appreciated. We were also happy with the quick delivery. Just in time for Christmas. shopping through Amazon is easy and very reliable. Anne Jones

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Pentax UCF II 8-16×21 Zoom Binocular The 8-16×21 UCF Zoom II binocular from Pentax stands alone. This rugged little beauty gives you extraordinary power in a compact and rugged design. A magnification range of 8X to 16X will get you closer to your subject. A tough rubberized exterior resists scratches, dust, dirt, and shock. The binocular provides perfect alignment to eliminate headaches. And PENTAX’s super multi-coated lenses allow more light to enter while eliminating irritating glare and flare. Packed with performance and portable enough to take anywhere, the 8-16×21 UCF Zoom II binocular is the perfect traveling companion.
Customer Review: Awesome.
This is probably the best inexpensive zoom binocular. I have tried Barska, Nikon Eagleview & Travelite, and other zoom binoculars that cost four times as much, and this one is just on a different level for a lot less money. It is a lot smaller than it looks in the picture and comes with a great leather case. The binocular is very clear, sharp and easy to focus. It appears to be very durable as well.
Customer Review: Binocular Compacto con Zoom muy Potente.
Este equipo es compacto pero su Zoom es muy potente comparado con las otras marcas, su dise o lo hace muy resistente a golpes y caidas, y sus posicionadores son suaves y muy faciles de usar, lo he adquirido para detallar embarcaciones que pasan cerca de la localidad donde habito.

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Pentax 8×40 PCF WP II Binocular PCF WPII-series models offer a durable aluminum-diecast body with a full-body protective rubber housing, high-performance optics combining high-refraction BaK4 glass prisms and fully multi-coated optical elements, aspherical optical elements in the eyepiece optics, PENTAX-original inner focusing arm design with focus-lock mechanism, helicoid-type extendible eyepiece rings, a long eye relief of 20mm or longer, and rain-shielding eyepiece caps. Their fully water-shielded, nitrogen-filled construction ensures excellent waterproof capability (equivalent to JIS Class 6).The PCF WPII series are ideal for use around and on the water, as well as for observations in harsh weather and extreme climates.
Customer Review: Beyond expectation’s
These glasses are wonderful. They have excellent range, are very bright and have a wide field of view. They are small and compact. The eye rubber guards twist to retract and expand making the binocular even more compact and durable. The main finger focus in the center of the glasses is knobbed to give you easy control while focusing on objects and you can lock it to your set focus. The right eye focus turns and clicks into place so your right eye focus is always set to your individual need. It is an absolutely wonderful set of glasses and very durable.

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