The much-anticipated Canon 10×42 L IS WP is the first waterproof binocular to incorporate Canon’s exclusive Image Stabilizer technology for steady, shake-free viewing. The high quality L series optics, featuring 2 Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lens elements (on each side), deliver excellent correction for chromatic aberration. With a large lens diameter and a 4.2mm exit pupil
The much-anticipated Canon 10×42 L IS WP is the first waterproof binocular to incorporate Canon’s exclusive Image Stabilizer technology for steady, shake-free viewing. The high quality L series optics, featuring 2 Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) lens elements (on each side), deliver excellent correction for chromatic aberration. With a large lens diameter and a 4.2mm exit pupil diameter, this binocular provides an exceptionally bright view, even in low-light conditions. The 10×42 L IS WP binocular offers both the desired brightness and excellent waterproof capabilities, making it ideal for a host of activities including marine use, stargazing and wildlife observation – just to name a few. Canon’s first waterproof IS Binocular. High performance L Lens with 2 Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements on each side. Doublet Field Flattener Lenses for sharp, distortion-free images edge-to-edge. Bright field-of-view from a 4.2mm exit pupil diameter, the largest of any Canon IS Binocular. Wide angle rating from an apparent angle-of-view of 65 degree. One touch IS usage. Body components feature metallic coating to prevent fogging. Distinctive, easy grip design.Helicoid-type twist-up eyecups”L” Series optics with four elements of Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD)Runs on ubiquitous “AA” batteriesExcellent close focusing capacityIncludes Canon’s superior 3-year warrantyInterpupillary distance adjustment range of ~57-75 mm±3 Dioptric correctionAccepts 52mm screw-in filters, lens caps, and lens hoods
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