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Binocular. A binocular consists of two optical systems that are joined by a hinge and (typically) share a common focusing mechanism. The ability to create an image for both eyes simultaneously provides a realistic perception of depth. Binoculars are available in a great variety of sizes, magnifying powers and features to suit any purpose or preference.

10x 25mm

132516

Wide field of view with 10x magnification makes these great long-range compacts.

12x 25mm

131225

12x 25mm

131226 (camo)

High-powered magnification

8x 21mm

132514

A foldable compact that

fits inside a pocket or purse.

10x 32mm

131032

12x 32mm

131232

High-power compacts with extra light-gathering ability.

16x 32mm

131632

16x 32mm

131633 (camo)

Among the most powerful

Coated Optics

Lens surface coatings reduce light loss and glare due to reflection for a brighter, higher-contrast image with less eyestrain.

Types of lens coatings

Coated: A single layer on at least one lens surface.

Fully Coated: A single layer on all air-to-glass surfaces.

Multi-Coated: Multiple layers on at least one lens surface.

Fully Multi-Coated: All air-to-glass surfaces feature multiple layers of anti- reflective coating. Fully multi-coated optical systems deliver the brightest, highest-contrast images with the least amount of eyestrain because only a very small percentage of light is lost before it reaches the viewer’s eye.

Diopter Adjustment

A fine-focus adjustment ring usually provided around one eyepiece to accommodate for vision differences between the right and left eyes.

ED Prime Glass

ED Prime Extra-Low Dispersion glass delivers amazing color resolution and contrast, and virtually eliminates chromatic

PC-3®Phase coating

Found on the best roof-prism binoculars, this chemical coating is applied to the prisms to enhance resolution and contrast. Would not provide an advantage on porro-prism models.

Porro-Prism System

In porro-prism binoculars the objective or front lens is offset from the eyepiece. Porro-prism binoculars provide greater depth perception and generally offer a wider field of view.

Roof-Prism System

In roof-prism binoculars the prisms overlap closely, allowing the objective lenses to line up directly with the eyepiece. The result is a slim, streamlined shape in which the lenses and prisms are in a straight line. Roof-prism binoculars are less bulky and more rugged than an equivalent porro model.

Prism Glass

Most optical prisms are made from borosilicate (BK-7)

glass or barium crown (BaK-4) glass. BaK-4 is the higher-quality glass, yielding brighter images and high edge-to-edge sharpness.

Binoculars

makes these popular pack-along binoculars for viewing wildlife.

compacts available.

aberration and color-fringing to bring out the most distinct details possible in low-light conditions.

Exit Pupil

Rainguard® HD

With Rainguard HD, Bushnell’s permanent, patented, hydrophobic and oleophobic lens coating, a foggy view is no longer

 

Magnification

Size

Focus

Prism

Prism

Lens

field of view

Close

Exit

Eye

 

Weight

Water/

Adapt to

Model

ft.@1000yds. /

Focus

Pupil

Eyecups

fog

x Obj. Lens

Class

System

System

Glass

Coating

Relief

(oz. / g)

Tripod

 

m@1000m

(ft. / m)

(mm)

 

proof

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

132514

8x 21

Compact

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

378 / 126

21 / 6.4

2.6

10

Fold-Down

7 / 195

No

No

132516

10x 25

Compact

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

300 / 100

21 / 6.4

2.5

10

Fold-Down

8.5 / 242

No

No

131225

12x 25

Compact

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

240 / 80

25 / 7.6

2.1

10

Fold-Down

11.3 / 320

No

No

131226

12x 25

Compact

Center

Roof

Bk-7

Fully

240 / 80

25 / 7.6

2.1

10

Fold-Down

11.3 / 320

No

No

131032

10x 32

Mid-Size

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

265 / 88

25 / 7.6

3.2

12

Fold-Down

12.4 / 353

No

No

131232

12x 32

Mid-Size

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

240 / 80

35 / 10.7

2.6

12

Fold-Down

11.5 / 325

No

No

Refers to the size of the circle of light visible at the eyepiece of a binocular. The larger the exit pupil, the brighter the image. To determine the size, divide the objective lens diameter by the power (an 8x 32 model has an exit pupil of 4mm).

Eye Relief

The distance a binocular can be held away from the eye and still present the full field of view. Extended or long eye relief reduces eyestrain and is ideal for eyeglass wearers.

Field Of View (F.O.V.)

The side-to-side measurement

an issue. This unique coating acts on

water drops from rain, snow, sleet and even

your own breath, reducing them into much smaller droplets. These tiny drops scatter less light, ensuring a clearer, brighter view.

Resolution

Resolution, or definition, is the ability of a binocular to distinguish fine detail and retain clarity.

Ultra Wide Band Coating

Without With Rainguard Rainguard

131632

16x 32

Mid-Size

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

185 / 62

20 / 6

2.0

12

Fold-Down

12.4 / 353

No

No

131633

16x 32

Mid-Size

Center

Roof

BK-7

Fully

185 / 62

20 / 6

2.0

12

Fold-Down

12.4 / 353

No

No

of the circular viewing field or subject area. It is defined by the

width in feet or meters of the area visible at 1,000 yards or meters.

A wide-angle binocular features a wide field of view and is better for following action. Generally, the higher the magnification, the narrower the field of view.

An anti-reflection coating process that is customized for every lens element in the optical path, in order to allow the maximum amount of light from the front glass all the way back to the eyepiece. The result? Optimum brightness and true color across the light spectrum.

Tripod/Window Mount 784406C

Ultra compact tripod that’s easily taken along anywhere and converts to a car window mount. Max height: 8”

Deluxe Bino Harness 19125C

A carry solution of unparalleled comfort and performance. Our new Deluxe Bino Harness keeps the weight off your neck and keeps your optics front and center no matter where the hunt takes you.

Binocular Tripod Adapter 161001CM

Mount any tripod-ready binocular to any standard tripod. Recommended for prolonged observation with any binocular of 10x or more.

Window Mount 784407C

Compact car window mount that’s easily taken along anywhere. Tilt and pan handle.

Magnification (Power)

Binoculars are often referred to by two numbers separated by an “x”. For example: 8x 32. The first number is the power, or magnification, of the binocular. With an 8x 32 binocular, the object being

viewed appears to be eight times closer 7x12x than you would see it with the unaided eye.

Objective Lens

The second number in the formula (8x 32mm) is the diameter of the objective or front lens measured in millimeters. The larger the objective lens, the more light that enters the binocular and the brighter the image.

Waterproof/Fogproof

Some binoculars are O-ring sealed and nitrogen purged for total waterproof and fogproof protection. These models can withstand complete immersion in water and stay dry inside.

The interior optical surfaces won’t fog due to rapid temperature change or humidity.

XTR® Technology

As light passes through the many prisms and lenses of a roof- prism binocular, some light is usually lost along the way. Our exclusive new XTR technology – utilizing 60 layers of coatings on each prism – conserves, harnesses and optimizes the

available light. XTR delivers an amazing 99.73% light transmission per lens for a combined light transmission of 90%, making the Bushnell Elite® series

the brightest binocular in its class.

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Bushnell 620726 manual 10x 25mm, 8x 21mm, Tripod/Window Mount 784406C, Deluxe Bino Harness 19125C, Window Mount 784407C