Olympus 8×21 RC II WP Binoculars – Olive Green

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Aimed at adventurous types who want a tool they can rely on whatever the conditions, these stylish universal-use binoculars have been fashioned to provide an optimum performance whether indoors or out. Rubber coated to provide a sure grip, the pocket-sized Olympus 8×21 RC II WP model also features compact dimensions and offers easy handling for everyday general use, whilst waterproofing ensures that rain most definitely will not stop play.
These ultra portable, foldable roof prism type binos have been constructed using high quality optics, feature multi-coated lenses for maximum brightness and contrast, plus boast the added worry-free feature of UV (ultraviolet) protection. Peace of mind and years of pleasure are further guaranteed thanks to a 25-year European warranty as standard.
This particular waterproof model offers 8x magnification and a 21mm objective lens diameter. As it sounds, 8x magnification produces an image that appears as if the user were eight times closer to their subject, while the objective lens diameter refers to how much light can be gathered to form that image. For daytime use a lens diameter of 21 to 25mm is ideal.
Also worth taking note of is the exit pupil. Here that is 2.6mm, which for 8×21 binoculars is arrived at via 21 divided by 8 = 2.6 exit pupil in mm, so in line with the 2-3mm which is generally thought of as being suitable for daylight use. Another thing to take into account is the field of view, which here is a wide 110 metres, and is defined as the width of the viewable field at a distance of 1000m from the point of observation. Closest focusing distance is 3 metres.
Offering a 8x magnification to bring faraway points of interest that much closer plus a 21mm objective lens diameter, the Olympus 8×21 RC II WP Binoculars deliver optimum quality from the optics provided.
Fast and easy focusing is provided courtesy of a large, centrally placed knob. The 8×21 RC II WP model further sports a long 11.5mm eye relief for extra comfort, plus diopter adjustment to allow them to be attuned to an individual’s eyesight for comfortable viewing without glasses.
Boasting a tactile and ergonomic design with extra grip thanks to a rubber coating and weighing 215g, the Olympus 8×21 RC II measurements are a manageable 107x88x38mm, while the package includes a neck strap, case and protective lens covers.
In summary, with a lens configuration of 5 elements in 3 groups, and a 11.5 mm eye relief, the field of view at 1000m is 110m. The actual field of view is 6.3° while the apparent angle of view is 50.4°.
Available in magenta, blue or olive green, these are also binoculars that will repay your original investment with years of good service. A case in point: a 25-year warranty is included with any purchase.
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