Pentax Papilio 6.5x21 Porro Prism Binocular
Ranking: 9.9 out of 10
Manufacturer: Pentax
Model Number: 62215
Product Code: 027075087392
Price: $180.00 -- get the latest pricing from Amazon
Features:
- Perfect choice for insect observation in the field and in museums and galleries
- Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering focuses down to 1.6 feet
- Fully multi-coated optics eliminate harmful ultraviolet rays while improving light transmission
- High quality BaK4 prisms provides easier viewing in dim light
- 6x magnification with 393-foot field of view at 1,000 yards
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Description:
Named for the Latin word for butterfly, PENTAX Papilio 6.5x21 binoculars are the perfect choice for insect observation in the field and in museums and galleries. The enhanced observation capability of the Papilio binoculars is made possible by a PENTAX Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering (CLOSE) mechanism. The CLOSE mechanism automatically slides the left and right objective lenses toward the center when the focus is fixed at a short distance. Fast and easy center focusing for handling ease Helicoid eyepiece rings for extra viewing comfort Fully multi-coated optics to eliminate harmful ultraviolet rays while improving light transmission for high contrast images with no glare or flare High quality BaK4 prisms transmit more light at the edges to enhance illumination for easier viewing in dim light Included Accessories - Eyepiece lens caps, Case, Neck strap Binocular Type - Porro-prism, center focusing Lens Construction - Objective Lens - 2 elements in 1 group Eyepiece Lens - 5 elements in 5 groups Magnification - 6.5X / Objective Lens Diameter - 21mm Field of View - Real - 7.5 degrees /Apparent - 49 degrees / Field Of View At 1000 Meters - 131m / Field of View at 1000 yards - 393 ft. Diopter Adjustment Range - +/- 4 m -1 / Diopter Adjustment - Click-stop adjuster built in right eyepiece Dimensions (Height Width) - 4.5 x 4.3 inches (114 x 110mm) Thickness - 2.2 inches (55mm) / Weight - 10.2 oz. (290g) Pentax Limited lifetime warrantyGet more product details from Amazon
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Excellent Binocular for the price
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 4.7 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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I have very limited experience using binoculars, but we are going on a cruise to Alaska this spring and felt that we should get some. I studied up on all my options and picked these due to size (they are very compact for the power) and other reviews that I read.
br /I tried them out in my yard watching squirrels build a nest in a tree far out in the woods. They are fantastic. I could clearly see all the activity during the nest building. I wear glasses and these presented no problems.
br /I would recommend them to the novice, although I am sure there are better these will meet my needs exactly.
br /I tried them out in my yard watching squirrels build a nest in a tree far out in the woods. They are fantastic. I could clearly see all the activity during the nest building. I wear glasses and these presented no problems.
br /I would recommend them to the novice, although I am sure there are better these will meet my needs exactly.
Excellent general-purpose compact with a twist...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 4.7 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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This binocular does indeed focus down to about a foot-and-a-half, far closer than any other binocular I know of. This makes it essential equipment for: art museums, biological fieldwork, any situation where you want to get closer to things you cannot simply GET closer to.
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br /Excellent clarity, as to be expected from a top-line Japanese optical company (as clear as Nikon, for example). Bright enough for the purpose, has diopter (on right, I think), and adjustable for both those who wear eyeglasses and those who do not. They fit my weird, astigmatic, spectacled peepers quite well.
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br /And...they are very reasonably priced. A no-brainer. See Rembrandt's brushstrokes up close! Buy them now. It is the right thing to do. :-)
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br /Excellent clarity, as to be expected from a top-line Japanese optical company (as clear as Nikon, for example). Bright enough for the purpose, has diopter (on right, I think), and adjustable for both those who wear eyeglasses and those who do not. They fit my weird, astigmatic, spectacled peepers quite well.
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br /And...they are very reasonably priced. A no-brainer. See Rembrandt's brushstrokes up close! Buy them now. It is the right thing to do. :-)
Pentax Porro Prism Binoculars
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.4 out of 10
Created: Sep 17, 2008
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Pentax has always made a superior product and the really did with this item. I bought these as a gift and am very happy with them. They are a little higher in price but that is the quality item. Why you might ask? They came in a black leather case and a necck strap. They are APPRX. 5 inches high by 5 inches wide and 2 inches deep and are adjustable to your face (eye) speration. Lifetime limited warrenty. Instructions make it very clear to only use lens cleaner no "Windex". These are true binoculars, you do not just adjust one but both for a great three D effect. We used them to look at the mountain that is apprx. 1000 feet from our home and it brought it so close and clear.
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br /I can highly recommend Pentax.
I Love These Little Gems
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 2.6 out of 10
Created: Sep 6, 2008
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Small, compact, lightweight, perfect for hiking. Living where wildlife and birds are in abundance, these handy binoculars are essential for viewing up close. These are close range binoculars, so you won't be able to view things too far away. At Amazon's current price, these are a steal.
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Butterfly Binoculars-Super Close Range
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 2.4 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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These are very special for viewing close-ups while sitting on your patio or deck, or walking the forest. They act like a microscope, are super bright, and can focus on flowers, insects, hummingbirds, and butterflies within inches!! No others have this super close-up abilities...
Nice and Compact
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 1.2 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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Good quality view. I find the price a bit high considering the limited capability of these binoculars. The image quality is good but the magnification is limited for celestial work. For terrestrial viewing my kids love them. My kids find them easy to hold but a bit fiddly to focus. My kids like the "cool" shape of them. Overall a pretty decent value.
Good product, good seller, crappy deliverer...
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 0.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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First, I am a very beginner to binoculars, so I don't have anything to commment on spec matter. I just received the item from the seller(OneCall). It was promptly shipped via overnight.
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br /When I first tried the binocular, I was impressed. I ordered this binocular for mainly indoor use, and it fit my need perfectly. Although I have some complaints about design of the carrying case, I am overall satisfied with the item.
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br /Now, THE PROBLEM is the FedEx. The FedEx delivery driver left the package at the wrong door! I live in apartment complex, and each door has label of unit number written nicely in Arabic numerals. There was also my unit number clearly printed on the package's address label, and he still left the package in front of wrong door. What a joke. Couldn't he read even Arabic numerals? How did he find his job!?
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br /When I first tried the binocular, I was impressed. I ordered this binocular for mainly indoor use, and it fit my need perfectly. Although I have some complaints about design of the carrying case, I am overall satisfied with the item.
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br /Now, THE PROBLEM is the FedEx. The FedEx delivery driver left the package at the wrong door! I live in apartment complex, and each door has label of unit number written nicely in Arabic numerals. There was also my unit number clearly printed on the package's address label, and he still left the package in front of wrong door. What a joke. Couldn't he read even Arabic numerals? How did he find his job!?