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DiscountDelight - Canon 10x42 L Image Stabilization Waterproof Binoculars
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List Price:
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Manufacturer: Canon
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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Canon
EAN: 0013803048186
Feature: Canon's first waterproof IS Binocular.
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Label: Canon
Manufacturer: Canon
Publisher: Canon
Special Features: Waterproof
Studio: Canon
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Features
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Canon's first waterproof IS Binocular.
High performance L Lens with 2 Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements on each side.
Doublet Field Flattener Lenses for sharp, distortion-free images edge-to-edge.
Bright field-of-view from a 4.2mm exit pupil diameter, the largest of any Canon IS Binocular.
Wide angle rating from an apparent angle-of-view of 65°.
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Great hand held binos
Comment: The optics are great, and the stabilization works. For its intended use as a hand held binocular, it works well for both astronomy and terrestrial viewing. Gary Seronik, reviewer for Sky and Telescope, rated it the best he has ever used for astronomy. These are the pros, but before you plunk down this amount of money, let me tell you some of the down side. Remember, all of optics is a compromise, and each design has it strong and weak features.
Firstly, if you are looking for the ultimate in sharpness, resolution, and light grasp (particularly for astronomy), you would do better with a larger aperture (50 - 70 mm) binocular on a tripod mount. Fujinons on a bogen mount and head will cost less than these Canons but won't have the convenience of a quick look or sky sweeping. The IS system suffers from some hunting of the gyros which results in an apparent defocussing of the image. I don't want to overestimate this effect, but it is there. Observing a bird on a fence at 40 feet, the view was stunning but I detected a VERY faint periodic (once every 2 seconds) defocussing. When observing a soaring hawk at one mile+ (invisible to the naked eye) as a speck with just a hint of wings, the IS effect looked more like a jitter as if the wings were flapping. Switching IS off results in a shakey field but confirmed that the wings were motionless. Again, let me emphasize that this effect is at the limit for my seeing and would not be apparent to many viewers. For astronomy, this effect probably could not be distinguished from normal atmospheric seeing. I could see these binos as exceling in satellite tracking.
Secondly, I could not recommend these as birding binos except for quick looks. They are just too heavy although the views are excellent.
Other gripes: The IS button is too hard to push. The focussing knob wasn't well placed for my small hands. It comes with a soft nylon case that offers little protection. The objective covers don't snap into place well and pop out easily. There is an optical window that is recessed less than 1/4 inch from the end of the objective housing that can be easily touched/smudged while trying to put the covers on.
So, if you want nice comfortable 10X viewing without any shakes, these work nicely. As a specialized birding binocular, there are better solutions and if you are a stickler for extreme resolution and deep sky viewing for astronomy there are solutions which are even lower in price.
If at all possible, try these out before you buy, or make sure you understand the return policy.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great IS Binoculars
Comment: This my my 3rd pair of IS Binoculars. 1st pair of Canons and they're the best I've had. IS is better than previous models I've owned. Battery consumption is much lower. The only slight problem is the flat surface the binoculars rest on is a slippery plastic. On boat use, the bincoulars instantly slide if you put them down. This is easily cured by gluing on a non skid material. I would buy these again.
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Summary: Great Binoculars!
Comment: I concur with the other reviewers. Although the binoculars are heavy, they're 4 ounces lighter than my old 10x50 Minolta's. The Canon IS is sharper, brighter, smaller, and even has more magnification. Image Stabilization works very well, although it doesn't stop moving objects (joke). Besides the Image Stabilization, the close focus is a plus!
Although pricey, I believe they're well worth it. Now my brother wants a pair.
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Summary: Best All-Around IS Binoculars?
Comment: I waited a long time for Canon to come out with image-stabilized binoculars in a 100% waterproof design. These were worth the wait. I bought mine specifically for a cruise up Alaska's Inside Passage. One of our sight-seeing excursions was on a 45-foot boat in heavy seas. A fellow on this trip had a massive set of Fujinon 16x40 Gyro-Stabilized binoculars that sell for nearly $6,000. We spent time comparing my Canon binoculars to his Fujinons. Optically there is NO comparison. The Canons, while not as superb optically as the best Leica binoculars, are awfully good. They are far brighter, much sharper, and more accurate in their color rendition than the Fujinons. The ONLY reason to spend an extra $4,500+ on the Fujinons is if you require the absolute best image stabilization that money can buy. If you are using binoculars in very severe conditions (high seas, etc.) you will get better performance with the gyro-stabilization in the Fujinons. In 99% of applications you will get far better results with the Canons. Though the Fujinons are higher in their rated magnification the only time you'll see a difference is under conditions where motion is severe. In calmer seas (not calm, just not severe) you will be better off with the Canons; the Fuji's are so much dimmer and lacking in clarity that the Canons make up the magnification difference fairly quickly.
Finally, the waterproof aspect of these binoculars really is worth having. On the above-mentioned trip we were buffeted by rain and spray from the waves. The Canons functioned flawlessly without a hitch, and cleaned up nicely afterwards. These are one of the best products I've ever used, and lived up to their performance claims in every regard.
One point to note: if you want the maximum battery life it is well worth buying lithium AA batteries to use with these binoculars; this will greatly extend your battery life, particularly in cold weather.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Like a small telescope in the palm of your hand!
Comment: This device is like having a telescope in the palm of your hand. I could actually see 3 of Jupiter's moons without a problem. The image stablization feature allows steady viewing of objects without the inherent shakiness that comes from binocular viewing. They're heavy...a little too heavy to wear around the neck constantly, but the benefits far outweigh that. Would I buy them again? Instantly.
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Editorial Reviews:
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The much-anticipated 10x42 L IS WP is the first waterproof binocular to incorporate Canon's exclusive Image Stabilizer technology for steady, shake-free viewing. The high quality L series optics, featuring 2 Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lens elements (on each side), deliver excellent correction for chromatic aberration. With a large lens diameter and a 4.2mm exit pupil diameter, this binocular provides an exceptionally bright view, even in low-light conditions. The 10x42 L IS WP binocular offers both the desired brightness and excellent waterproof capabilities, making it ideal for a host of activities including marine use, stargazing and wildlife observation - just to name a few.
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