Olympus 8-16x40 S Binoculars
£79 Sold
Condition report
Checked in HarrogateUnused.
- Testing
- Fully tested
- Warranty
- 12 months
- In the box
- Boxed complete with caps & case
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60+ yearsIndependent, in Harrogate
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Warranty includedUp to 12 months
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The details
At a glance: Olympus 8-16x40 S - variable-magnification zoom binocular, porro-prism, 40mm objectives.
About this binocular
The Olympus 8-16x40 S is a variable-magnification zoom binocular - 8x to 16x magnification in a single binocular. A less common 'do-it-all' design suited to nature watching where you want the flexibility to zoom in for detail and out for a wider view. Porro-prism construction.
Build & handling
| Configuration | 8-16x40 (8-16x variable magnification, 40mm objective) |
|---|---|
| Prism type | Porro prism |
| Coating | Multi-coated |
| Field of view | 92m at 1000m (at 8x) / narrower at 16x |
| Weight | Approx. 700g |
| Water/fog proof | Not usually - check individual unit |
| Eye relief | Variable |
Works with
- Check individual unit for tripod thread
Best for
A zoom binocular - gives you 8x to 16x magnification range without swapping devices, at the cost of slightly lower optical quality than a fixed-magnification binocular. The '8-16x40' designation means both 8x and 16x magnifications use the same 40mm objectives. Image quality is usually best at the 8x end; the 16x end is notably dimmer and narrower. A curiosity in the binocular market.
Frequently asked questions
Is a zoom binocular worth having?
For specific uses where you want to switch between wide scanning and detailed observation, yes. For most serious birding and nature use, a fixed-magnification 8x42 or 10x42 gives noticeably better image quality per pound spent.
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