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Kowa BDIII 8x42 XD Binoculars


$699.00

Description

Experience nature with an exceptionally wide field of view and impressive optical performance with the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 binoculars. Designed with Kowa’s premium XD (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses, these binoculars deliver bright, sharp, high-contrast images with excellent colour reproduction across a wide range of viewing conditions.

The 8.2° wide-angle field of view provides an expansive, immersive perspective, making it easier to locate and follow birds, wildlife, and other moving subjects. A 1.8m close-focus distance also allows you to observe nearby subjects in remarkable detail—from butterflies and insects to flowers and other close-up nature.

Built for life in the field, the BDIII-XD features a lightweight magnesium alloy body that weighs just 605g. The compact design is comfortable to carry and handle, while the waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction provides reliable performance in changing weather conditions.

Kowa’s C3 coating on the phase-corrected prisms enhances image quality and contrast, while the proprietary KR protective lens coating helps protect the optical surfaces from dirt, moisture, and residue.

With its combination of premium XD optics, wide-angle viewing, close focus, and rugged construction, the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 offers outstanding optical performance in a compact and accessible package.

Key Features

  • Kowa XD (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses

  • Exceptional 8.2° ultra-wide field of view

  • 143m field of view at 1000m

  • 1.8m minimum focusing distance

  • Phase-corrected prisms with Kowa C3 coating

  • Kowa KR protective lens coating

  • Lightweight magnesium alloy body

  • Compact and portable design

  • Waterproof and fog-proof

  • Nitrogen-filled construction

  • 17mm eye relief

  • 605g body weight

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Magnification 8x
Objective Lens 42mm
Body Material Magnesium Alloy
Real Field of View 8.2°
Field of View at 1000m 143m
Minimum Focusing Distance 1.8m
Eye Relief 17.0mm
Twilight Factor 18.3
Dimensions (L × W × H) 137 × 129 × 51mm
Weight 605g
Prism Coating C3 Coating on Phase-Corrected Prisms
Lens Protection Kowa KR Coating
Construction Waterproof & Nitrogen Filled

Premium Optics in a Compact Design

The BDIII-XD series combines Kowa’s renowned optical technology with a compact, lightweight design. The XD lenses help deliver clear, detailed views, while the ultra-wide field of view makes the 8x42 particularly well suited to birding, wildlife observation, and nature viewing.

From distant birds to close-up subjects, the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 provides a versatile viewing experience without the bulk of larger binoculars.

Kowa Sporting Optics

Kowa BDIII 8x42 XD Binoculars

$699.00

Experience nature with an exceptionally wide field of view and impressive optical performance with the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 binoculars. Designed with Kowa’s premium XD (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses, these binoculars deliver bright, sharp, high-contrast images with excellent colour reproduction across a wide range of viewing conditions.

The 8.2° wide-angle field of view provides an expansive, immersive perspective, making it easier to locate and follow birds, wildlife, and other moving subjects. A 1.8m close-focus distance also allows you to observe nearby subjects in remarkable detail—from butterflies and insects to flowers and other close-up nature.

Built for life in the field, the BDIII-XD features a lightweight magnesium alloy body that weighs just 605g. The compact design is comfortable to carry and handle, while the waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction provides reliable performance in changing weather conditions.

Kowa’s C3 coating on the phase-corrected prisms enhances image quality and contrast, while the proprietary KR protective lens coating helps protect the optical surfaces from dirt, moisture, and residue.

With its combination of premium XD optics, wide-angle viewing, close focus, and rugged construction, the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 offers outstanding optical performance in a compact and accessible package.

Key Features

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Magnification 8x
Objective Lens 42mm
Body Material Magnesium Alloy
Real Field of View 8.2°
Field of View at 1000m 143m
Minimum Focusing Distance 1.8m
Eye Relief 17.0mm
Twilight Factor 18.3
Dimensions (L × W × H) 137 × 129 × 51mm
Weight 605g
Prism Coating C3 Coating on Phase-Corrected Prisms
Lens Protection Kowa KR Coating
Construction Waterproof & Nitrogen Filled

Premium Optics in a Compact Design

The BDIII-XD series combines Kowa’s renowned optical technology with a compact, lightweight design. The XD lenses help deliver clear, detailed views, while the ultra-wide field of view makes the 8x42 particularly well suited to birding, wildlife observation, and nature viewing.

From distant birds to close-up subjects, the Kowa BDIII-XD 8x42 provides a versatile viewing experience without the bulk of larger binoculars.

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