Steiner Binoculars Observer 8x42 (48467)

The Steiner Observer 8x42 binoculars are designed for outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable performance and durability. With their Fast-Close-Focus central focusing wheel, you can achieve sharp images quickly with minimal rotation, from close-up views to distant landscapes. The Makrolon® polycarbonate housing, combined with NBR Long Life rubber armoring, provides a lightweight yet rugged chassis that can withstand impacts and harsh conditions, ensuring long-lasting use.

These binoculars are a versatile choice for bird watching, hunting, astronomy, and general outdoor activities, offering a balance of optical performance and rugged construction.

Key Features

• Fast-Close-Focus central focusing for rapid, precise adjustments

• Durable Makrolon® housing with NBR Long Life rubber armoring for impact resistance

• High Contrast Optics with phase coating and full multi-coating for bright, clear images

• Rotatable eyepiece cups, suitable for spectacle wearers

• Central focusing system with diopter adjustment on the left side

• Splash-proof design for added protection

Specifications

• Type: Roof prism binoculars

• Magnification: 8x

• Objective lens diameter: 42 mm

• Exit pupil: 5.25 mm

• Field of view (true): 6.6°

• Field of view at 1,000 m: 116 m

• Close focus limit: 2 m

• Light intensity: 27.6

• Twilight factor: 18.3

• Lens coating: Phase coating, full multi-coating

• Focusing system: Central focusing

• Diopter adjustment: Left side

• Eyepiece cups: Rotatable

• Suitable for spectacle wearers: Yes

• Splash-proof: Yes

• Watertight: No

• Protection bag: Included

• Threaded tripod connector: Yes

• Lens cover: Included

• Eyepiece cap: Included

• Strap fitting: Wide loops connector

• Surface material: Rubber armoring

• Color: Dark green

• Length: 148 mm

• Width: 128 mm

• Height: 65 mm

• Weight: 696 g

• Series: Observer

Recommended Uses

• Astronomy: Medium suitability

• Bird watching: Good

• Hunting: Medium (all-rounder)

• Travel and sports: Medium

• Sailing: Not recommended

• Theatre: Not recommended