Leica 8x42 Noctivid Binoculars
- SCHOTT HT Glass and 12 Lens Elements
- P40 Phase-Corrected Roof Prisms
- Anti-Reflection Fully Multi-Coated
- HighLux and AquaDura Optical Coatings
- Wide 62° Apparent Angle of View
- Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof
- Dual-Hinge, Open-Bridge Configuration
- Magnesium Alloy Chassis
- Large Center Focusing Knob
- Twist-Up Click-Stop Eyecups
The Leica 8x42 Noctivid Binoculars are a harmonious blend of design and practicality, featuring a range of complementary technologies that deliver crisp and color-neutral images. Designed for extended use, these binoculars fit comfortably in the hand, allowing for fatigue-free viewing.
- SCHOTT HT Glass and 12 Lens Elements
- P40 Phase-Corrected Roof Prisms
- Anti-Reflection Fully Multi-Coated
- HighLux and AquaDura Optical Coatings
- Wide 62° Apparent Angle of View
- Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof
- Dual-Hinge, Open-Bridge Configuration
- Magnesium Alloy Chassis
- Large Center Focusing Knob
- Twist-Up Click-Stop Eyecups
Utilizing SCHOTT High Transmission glass, a 12-element lens configuration, and HighLux-System anti-reflection multi-coatings, the Noctivid binoculars deliver bright and clear, high-contrast images with accurate color rendition. The compact roof prisms, along with internal baffles and field flatteners, ensure edge-to-edge clarity and limit scattered light for an immersive and detailed viewing experience. The wide viewing angle and 8x magnification offer sweeping panoramic views with incredible clarity across the entire visible spectrum.
The Leica Noctivid binoculars feature a revolutionary dual-hinge/open-bridge design that not only provides a larger gripping surface, but also significantly reduces the weight while maintaining strength and stability. The chassis is constructed from a durable yet lightweight magnesium alloy, which, in combination with the bridge configuration, shifts the center of gravity to the natural hand position. This translates to improved handling and reduced fatigue, allowing for comfortable extended use. To ensure durability, the binoculars are treated with a proprietary corrosion and wear-resistant varnish coating, while the nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed optical tubes make them both fogproof and waterproof for all-weather outdoor use.
Optical Performance
- Moderate 8x power magnifies views while helping to maintain a wide exit pupil and long eye relief
- 42mm objective lenses improve light-gathering ability for enhanced low-light performance such as at dawn and dusk or when peering into dense brush
- SCHOTT HT (High Transmission) glass and 12 lens elements ensure accurate color rendition with limited distortion
- Multi-layer high-temperature plasma anti-reflection lens coating deposition process ensures balanced light transmission across the entire visible spectrum
- P40 phase-correcting prism coatings increase light transmission while improving contrast and clarity
- HighLux-System (HLS) maximizes light throughput to improve color rendition and contrast
- Internal baffle system reduces scattered light, which can interfere with contrast, color, and clarity
- Hydrophobic AquaDura coatings on external optical surfaces allow dirt, dust, and fingerprints to be removed easily
- Lens design and integrated field flatteners reduce spherical aberration and distortion across the entire field of view for edge-to-edge sharpness
- Wide 62° apparent angle of view produces a spacious view and an immersive observational experience
- Generous 124m field of view at 1000 yards
- Open-bridge / dual-hinge configuration provides additional gripping surface area for better handling
- Large slip-resistant center focusing wheel is easy to manipulate in cold and wet weather, or while wearing gloves
- 56-74mm adjustable interpupillary distance allows easy use for a wide variety of people
- ±4 right-eye dioptric correction range enables users to compensate for individual optical prescriptions for tack-sharp images
- Twist-out 4-position click-stop eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
- Long 19mm eye relief ensures comfortable use with reduced eye strain, especially during long glassing sessions
- Wide 5.2mm exit pupil will completely cover pupils when they are open and fully dilated in low light to ensure the entire scene stays in view without vignetting
- Bridge design helps to reduce overall weight without sacrificing strength or stability
- Lightweight and durable magnesium alloy chassis
- Protective black rubberized armoring provides a slip-resistant grip in all weather conditions
- Nitrogen filled for fogproof performance, especially when moving through extreme temperature changes and environmental conditions
- O-ring sealed to be submersible to 16.5' (5m)
- Proprietary varnish coating protects metal surfaces from corrosion and wear
| Product Brand | Leica |
|---|---|
| SKU | 40384 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42mm |