Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars
Item#: HN-CNON005
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$399.99
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Product Summary
What's not to love about these powerful 8x25mm image stabilized binoculars from Canon? These are ultra-light, ultra-sleek and are the smallest and lightest IS binoculars ever made. Weighing just over one pound, these must-have binoculars go anywhere you do, and are perfectly designed for the avid outdoor adventurer, sports fan, and amateur astronomer in mind. Despite their size, this latest addition to the Canon Image Stabilizer series pack a punch, with great optical performance and crystal clear views even from a football field away.
Description
Canon's new 8x25 IS Binoculars are the latest model in the Canon Image Stabilizer series. The 8x25 IS brings you the outstanding optical performance and unparalleled Image Stabilization capabilities you would expect from Canon Image Stabilizer binoculars for the most affordable price yet!
Weighing a mere 17 oz. the 8x25 IS Binoculars are the smallest and lightest IS binoculars ever produced. Combining Canon's newly developed Tilt-System Image Stabilizer technology with a rounded shape for greater comfort and non-slip holding, the 8x25 IS binoculars are perfect for any setting. Whether watching your favorite team at the local stadium, or taking a closer look at the natural world around you, the 8x25 IS binoculars are a perfect choice.
All Canon binoculars also come with Super Spectra coating to enhance image quality by maximizing contrast and minimizing color smear, and Lead-free glass to help protect the environment.
What is an Image Stabilizer?
The more powerful the binoculars, the more vibrations are magnified. As a result, even a slight shake of your hands will shake the image in the binoculars a lot. Normally, we can tolerate this image shake with binoculars up to 7x magnification. With higher magnification binoculars, the image shake would quickly become intolerable.
However, with Canon's Image Stabilizer turned on, the image shake becomes tolerable even at magnifications of 15x and 18x. Such high magnifications were previously unthinkable in a pair of binoculars without the use of a tripod. The Image Stabilizer steadies the image instantaneously and brings out the top-notch optical performance of the lenses.
How does the Image Stabilizer work?
The Image Stabilizer suppresses image shake so that the image looks steady to the eye. When the Image Stabilizer is engaged, vertical and horizontal gyros detect motion in any direction. The amount of shake is calculated by a microcomputer and the shake is optimally counteracted by either a set of Vari-Angle Prisms or a Tilt mechanism; in effect,the light's refraction is altered so that the image always looks steady to the eye.
This item has a two-year warranty from Canon USA.
Dimensions & Specifications
Angular Field of View
6.6 Degrees
Binoculars Series
Canon Image Stabilized Binoculars
Brand
Canon
Close Focusing Distance
11.5 ft.
Dimensions (in)
4.7 x 5.4 x 2.4 Inches
Exit Pupil
3.1 mm
Eye Relief
13.5 mm
Features
Image Stabilized
Field of View at 1000 Yards
346 ft.
Focus Type
Center Focus
Magnification
8 x
Objective Lens Diameter
25 mm
Prism Type
Porro Prism Binoculars
Size
Compact Binoculars
Tripod Adaptable
Yes
Waterproof
No
Weight
17.3 oz.
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (7)
- Compact (6)
- Strong construction (6)
- Lightweight (4)
- Works well with glasses (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird watching (6)
- Sporting events/concerts (3)
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Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Not Waterproof
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars:
Have 2 10x and bought these as a more compact addition. Best glasses for the money...anywhere.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
Comments about Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars:
The lightweight is important for use at sporting events, as is the compact size.
Pros
- Compact
- Image Stabilizing
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars:
I have used these for bird watching, concerts, sporting events and even home inspection. In all cases I found the optics to produce clear, bright imagery with vivid colors, even in relatively low light. The weight is very manageable and has not been an issue for me. The construction is solid and reassuring with easy to use controls.
The only possible addition to the package that I would like to see is a set of covers for the large primary lenses.
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Monitor boating safety
Comments about Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars:
Great to view moving objects (boats) for identification.
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Bird Watching
- Security
- Wildlife Observation
Comments about Canon 8x25mm IS Image Stabilized Binoculars:
I bought these while working for an environmental consulting firm to use for wildlife surveys. I have been absolutely blown away by the quality over the last two or three years. The image stabilization is excellent; I have been able to use these glasses to identify distant birds out the window of a moving vehicle on a bumpy dirt road.
My only regret is not buying the 10x30 version of these. Normally I would stay away from the higher powers because the image gets too jumpy, but with the exceptional Canon image stabilizers I definitely would recommend going for the 10x30 or the 12x36 if you don't mind dropping the extra cash
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