Press release: World first - DDoptics EDX 8×30 and 10×30 binoculars with "record field of view"

Ultimate world first from DDoptics: EDX 8×30 and 10×30 with record field of view

Press release, Chemnitz, 18 December 2013

Lightweight, handy and robust universal binoculars with record field of view

With the EDX 8×30, the DDoptics Optische Geräte & Feinwerktechnik KG classic binoculars with unprecedented attributes onto the market brought. The lightweight ED binoculars have a unique design for this category of binoculars. Field of visionThe size of the field of view indicates the width of the terrain that can be observed through the binoculars at a distance of 1000 metres. " More info of 150.5 metres. In combination with an extremely small size, ease of use, extreme robustness, and true-to-life image reproduction, the "EDX 8×30″ is a universal pair of top-quality binoculars that is suitable for any outdoor use.

The Binoculars "EDX 8×30 / 10×30″ with its outstanding properties, is a reliable companion for Hikers, Nature lovers, OrnithologistsA good birdwatching telescope rewards you with excellent image brilliance and colour fidelity! " More infooutdoor enthusiasts, forestry workers and hunters. Because of its low weight (460 g) and its small dimensions (length: 120mm, width: 96-114mm), these binoculars will fit in any rucksack and won't get in the way even on longer trips.

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The development of EDX binoculars

With the Development of binoculars DDoptics has not only developed a high-quality finish and coating great importance to a particularly large field of vision was set. The result is a field of view of 150.5 metres for the "EDX 8×30″, which meets even the most demanding expectations.

This allows the user to observe objects at a distance of 1,000 metres and at a glance in a space that is roughly one and a half times the length of a football pitch. This is a record for binoculars in the 8×30 category. It should be emphasised that hardly any distortion despite the large field of view and that Image sharp right to the edges is.
Also Spectacle wearerLooking through binoculars with glasses reduces the field of view by 50-60%. An eyepiece with dioptre compensation offers a remedy for short-sightedness or long-sightedness. " More info can take full advantage of this wide field of vision. Because the Eyepieces can be conveniently adjusted in this way, that a perfect Interpupillary distanceThe interpupillary distance is the optimum distance between the eyepiece lens and the pupil of the eye. " More info is achieved. In addition, the eyepieces are softly coated with a special material (a so-called "soft pillow", which reduces the contact pressure of the eyepieces). EyecupsFor spectacle wearers, all DDoptics binoculars are equipped with retractable eyecups. This makes observation easier and enlarges the field of vision.  " More info in the eye sockets) so that the eyes are comfortable and shielded from light entering the eye socket. EyepieceThe eyepiece is the lens group of an optical system that faces the eye. The eyepieces consist of several separate lenses - achromats (3-6 individual lenses).  " More info are embedded. The eyepieces themselves can be easily unscrewed for cleaning.

The sharpness range of the "EDX 8×30 / 10×30″ starts at 1.3 metres. This means that an adult can, for example, clearly and sharply recognise the tips of their own feet. These binoculars are therefore predestined for demanding requirements when observing animals, birds and insects. Thanks to the high resolution and sharpness right to the edge, details can be clearly recognised. A EDIn addition to the coating of optics, the glass quality or type of glass is one of the most important quality factors for binoculars and riflescopes " More info Appochromat reduces colour fringing in backlighting and guarantees clean contours.

EDX binoculars quality and coating

The "EDX 8×30 / 10×30″ offers alpinists and outdoor enthusiasts a special kind of nature experience, and not just because of its extremely wide field of view. The Binoculars have real HD lensesprovided with an original DDlucid coating CoatingIf light hits a glass-air surface (e.g. with a roof prism), the reflection causes a loss of light. " More info. This is an ELR (extra low reflection) coating. DDlucid from DDoptics is currently one of the most effective binocular coatings. Only premium binoculars currently have such similarly advanced coatings. RemunerationWith the help of a simple coating, this loss of light transmission (transmission loss) is reduced to 1.5%, for example. This already increases the amount of light that reaches your eyes to around 80%. " More info.
In addition, the PrismsLenses have the property of imaging objects upside down and laterally inverted - therefore the image must be rotated again. " More info with a dielectric mirror which gives the binoculars a Total transmission of up to over 91.7% is made possible. Stray light is effectively reduced by a special coating on the inside of the binoculars.
The dioptre adjustment (+- 3.5) is located on the right eyepiece and is equipped with a click stop.

The Robust and impact-resistant housing of the binoculars "EDX 8×30 / 10×30" - a special Aluminium alloy combined with reinforced polycarbonates - is characterised by a Rubber armouringAdditional protection of the binoculars in harsh conditions is achieved by applying a hard-wearing rubber armouring to the binoculars housing. " More info coated. This not only guarantees durability, but also significantly better grip and slip resistance. An indestructible metal alloy provides optimum protection for the eyepieces. The EDX "8×30 / 10×30″ is completely WaterproofWith a watertight lens, a clean and dry gas filling in the form of an argon or nitrogen filling creates an "internal climate" that prevents fogging. " More info and fog-free.

Especially for Very long distances, for example in the mountains or to WaterThanks to the DDoptics RNP coating on the outer lens surfaces, water does not adhere to the glass. " More infoDDoptics offers the "EDX 10×30″ binoculars. It offers the same features as the "EDX 8×30″ - with the exception of the higher MagnificationThe magnification of a binocular model is perhaps the most misunderstood feature. High magnification can be useful! " More info and the associated smaller field of view. However, the latter still has a peak value of 120 metres for binoculars with 10x magnification.

The Premium binoculars "EDX 8×30 / 10×30″ is available in black colour. DDoptics grants a Warranty of 30 years. With the binoculars you also get a hard-wearing BagPocket binoculars, often referred to as mini binoculars or pocket binoculars, are usually binoculars of the smallest design. " More info and original carrying straps from Niggeloh, one of the leading manufacturers of carrying and harness systems, rubber protective caps for eyepiece and LensWhen we talk about the objective lens of binoculars, we mean the front lens. The front lens is the foremost lens of the objective. " More info and a microfibre cleaning cloth.

The DDoptics Optische Geräte & Feinwerktechnik KG, founded in 2007, specialises in the development and sale of optoelectronic devices and instruments. To the Product portfolio belong to Binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes and night vision devices for professional use. Innovative developments and top quality at an unrivalled price-performance ratio are winning over more and more nature lovers, hunters, ornithologists and outdoor enthusiasts.