Vixen | Producer of optics from astronomical telescopes and binoculars
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The highest of the ATERA series of vibration canceller binoculars comes equipped with ED lenses of high performance. It achieves a sharp and detailed viewing field that deserves the top-of-the-line model.
The image stabilization is so powerful that you get a stable sight in the field of view at high 16x magnification while holding it by hand. It is a special experience that you will enjoy viewing objects far away as if they are near to you.
The objective lens which is the key to performance is ED glass (special low-dispersion glass) that exhibits extremely excellent optical performance. Despite the high magnification of 16x, it achieves sharp images with minimal color fringing.
Binoculars have appeal for looking through readily by holding in hand, but high magnification can cause
noticeable vibrations that blur the image.
Atera II ED H16×50WP is equipped with an image stabilization
mechanism using a 2-axis gimbal control vibration-canceling system.Powerful compensation for vibration as it
corrects angles of ±2 degrees (up, down, left, and right), an extremely stable field of sight is a result even
at a high magnification of 16x, which previously required the use of a tripod and making it suitable for various
observing scenes.
Recommended for these occasions:
Bird watching - You can observe even the tiny details, such
as the sparkle in the eyes of birds perched on the tree and the patterns on their feathers. It is also possible
to follow the bird that takes off unexpectedly, making it suitable for observing hawks flying overhead.
Star watching - By correcting the shake of binoculars caused by the hand, you are ready to observe further faint
stars. You can enjoy the impressive Moon without the need for a tripod.
Live concerts - You can watch not only
the facial expressions of artists on stage but also their outfits, including costumes and accessories. The image
stabilization function ensures that you can follow the artists on stage and enjoy their performance, even during
scenes that involve a lot of movement on stage.
ATERA II ED H16x50WP has two types of vibration-canceling modes that can be switched according to the usage scene. V1 mode: Absorbs small motion of vibration. V2 mode: Absorbs slow and large motion of vibration.
Every surface of the lenses has anti-reflective multi-layer coatings (flat multi-coatings) that are stacked
with more than seven layers, which features Vixen's highest level of anti-reflection. Reduced light loss
compared with ordinary 3-layer-multi-coatings leads to images with exceptional contrast and brightness.
Prisms
with phase coated reduce halation and dramatically increase resolution. Every optical surface of the subsidiary
prisms has super high reflectivity (SHR) coatings using dielectric multi-layers.
These three types of optical
coating eliminate stray light and light loss at a level exceptionally high, resulting in sharp and detailed
vision with high contrast that only a top-of-the-line model can provide.
The adhesion of dirt to the lens (especially on the eyepiece) reduces the binoculars' high optical performance
by diminishing contrast and resolution. The ATERA II ED H16×50WP,
therefore, is provided with a special coating
that prevents dirt from attaching to the surfaces of the objective lens and eyepiece so that you can use it for
the best performance every time you view through the binocular. Even if fingerprints or dirt get on the lens,
you can easily wipe them off, keeping the surface clean at all times.
It includes a grip strap that helps you reduce hand fatigue.
The grip strap enables you to hold the binoculars
by using not only your gripping strength but also the back of your hand.
You won't get tired even if you hold
the binoculars with one hand for a long time, and thus it is very helpful to use it at concerts, etc.
You can also adjust the size by length to suit your hand. Five different colors of grip straps are supplied for your
preference.
A neck strap comes with standard too, allowing you to use it according to your preference.
The middle part of the binocular body, as it is the center of gravity, is narrow, making it easy to grip with
the fingers.
Despite its large 50 mm aperture, this model offers excellent holding ability ensuring minimal
fatigue even during extended use.
Other features include a smooth focusing ring that can be easily operated with
one finger, a universal design for both left and right-handed users, and the placement of a battery compartment
that does not interfere with finger movements.
It can be used continuously for up to 16 hours with just two AAA alkaline batteries, which are readily
available.
With its auto power-off function, it takes care of itself by shutting down after 90 minutes* of use.
(In the case of using new alkaline batteries at a temperature of 20°C.)The battery cover is integrated into the
body and you can rest assured that there is no risk of losing it even in the dark.
The waterproof specification (optical system:IPX7 equivalent、battery box:IPX4 equivalent) filled with inert nitrogen gas allows for safe use either indoors or outdoors.
"It comes with a pouch that has a drawstring and handle, which can store the binoculars along with straps.
The pouch has three transparent pockets of varying sizes to store small items like spare batteries.
You could also store thin, stick-shaped objects such as penlights in a narrow pocket. Since the contents can be seen through the transparent pockets, you can quickly check what is in them, and you can also adorn the pouch with photos, etc. which are inserted into the pockets."
The vibration-canceling function may not work properly if there are electromagnetic waves from on-calling mobile phones or walkie-talkies.
To make it function correctly, you need to use the product away from those calling devices or temporarily avoid using it together.
ATERA II ED H16×50WP(BLACK BROWN)