Hunters who spend much time
in the field scouting trophy animals understand the benefits of using high power
optics for locating and judging game. They also know that the benefits of higher
power optics can sometimes be limited by hand-tremble, wind, extreme cold and
other conditions that affect the user's ability to get a steady view. Nikon's
new 16x32 StabilEyes binocular was designed to eliminate these limitations and
provide sharp, clear, viewing in a highly portable, rugged optics package.
To achieve its incredible
image stabilization, Nikon uses a servo control system with the prisms supported
by gimbals utilizing +/- 3-degree angle of compensation to provide a view that
is unaffected by either shake or vibration.
Staying true to Nikon's
tradition of utilizing only the finest glass available in its optical products,
the 16x32 StabilEyes features precisely cut and polished lenses and prisms.
Each of the glass lens elements is carefully coated with multiple layers of
anti-reflective compounds for true color rendition, superior detail resolution
and maximum light transmission. Additionally, prisms are phase-correction coated
in order to achieve the ultimate in sharpness and clarity.
At just 39.5 ounces without
batteries and a comparatively compact 7.0"x5.6"x3.1", the 16x32
StabilEyes truly provides the power and benefits of both a binocular and a spotting
scope in a single unit. It is powered by a pair of AA batteries, included.
As a central focus design,
the StabilEyes includes an adjustable diopter for correcting right/left eye
vision imbalance. The binocular offers 15mm of eyerelief, which enables viewing
with or without eyewear. And with an apparent angle of view of 60.8 degrees,
and a 198' field of view at 1,000 yards, the Stabileyes stands up to a wide
variety of viewing tasks.
Available in fine sporting
goods stores and authorized Nikon photo dealers nationwide in Spring 2004, the
16x32 StabilEyes retail for $849.95.
