Minox Porro BD8x44BP, Porro BD10x44BP Specifications

PORRO SPO RT OPT ICS
Sport opticS
As if cast from the same mould the BD 8x44 BP and BD 10x44 BP binoculars are hard to tell apart and feature a striking and unmistakable blend of all MINOX competences in leading­edge optical technology. Enhanced three­dimensional imaging, an exceptional light transmission of 94.5 percent as well as an extremely compact design make these Porro binoculars from MINOX the ideal companion for every field of nature observation.
The Porro prism offers clear advantages over roof prisms, especially the higher light transmission, as less light is lost in the optical path through reflection, on the way to the eye. Nevertheless, this design has been somewhat neglected over recent years. The use of Porro prisms always implies increased weight and comparatively larger dimensions of the bino­culars. As a specialist for the miniaturization of optical equipment MINOX has been able to develop compact Porro binoculars minimizing these familiar weak points and maximizing the strong ones.
Only binoculars fitted with Porro prisms are able to provide the user with an enhanced three-dimensional shape or 3D-effect of the object in view, this being based on the incre­ased objective lens spacing. With this almost three-dimensional imaging it is a lot easier to exactly estimate the position and distance of the objects in the field of view – something hunters or those practicing water sports will rate very highly. Besides this, the short and compact design offers clear-cut advantages in handling, particularly when every second counts. When the observer views an object with the naked eye, he or she can literally pick up one of the MINOX Porro binoculars at the turn of the wrist, immediately capture the object close up and then put the binoculars back down, standing on the objective lenses and safe from tipping over.
The elegant and modern design of the sturdy metal housing is both innovative and ergono­mic, just like the focusing system which is one of MINOX’s own developments: for the first
time in Porro binoculars an internal focusing with central focusing is used instead of the usual individual eyepiece adjustment. This is where the large focusing wheel is also used for diopter adjustments. Once adjusted to the user’s eye the correction is stored and protec­ted against any unintentional resetting.
Standards are again set by the quality of the optical system. High contrast, neutral color rendition and maximum resolution of the images are striking features in this respect. An innovative sealing technology is another feature of these MINOX Porro binoculars. The BD 8x44/10x44 BP are protected against the penetration of water at a pressure of up to
0.5 bar or, comparatively, at a water depth of five meters. A noble argon gas filling on the inside also protects the inner glass-air surfaces against corrosion and fogging, enabling the optical system to remain ready for action at all times, even under extreme temperature fluctuations. With extended eye relief people wearing glasses can also enjoy the full field of view – for easier adjustment the 8x44 and the 10x44 are additionally fitted with twist-up eyecups with click stops.
The scope of delivery includes a Neoprene neck strap and a nylon case for each model.
A NEW DEFINITION OF THE THIRD DIMENSION
MINOX launches modern Porro binoculars with the BD8x44BP and BD10x44BP
Technichal Data BD8x44BP BD10x44 BP
Magnification 8 x 10 x Front lens diameter 1.73 in / 44 mm 1.73 in / 44 mm Exit pupil 0.22 in / 5.5 mm 0.22 in / 5.5 mm Field of view 336.74 ft / 1000 yds 6.4°
111.7 m / 1000 m 6.4°
268.34 ft / 1000 yds 5.1°
89 m / 1000 m 5.1° Eye relief 0.72 in / 18.5 mm 0.63 in / 16 mm Close distance 13.12 ft / 4 m 13.12 ft / 4 m Over run () 4 dpt 4 dpt Diopter adjustment ± 2 dpt ± 2 dpt Twilight number 18.8 21 Geom. twilight number 30.3 19.4 Operating temperature 14° up to 122° F / -10° up to +50° C 14° up to 122° F / -10° up to +50° C Waterproof yes, down to 16.4 ft / 5 m yes, down to 16.4 ft / 5 m Height x Width x Depth 4.96 x 7.20 x 2.04 in / 126 x 183 x 52 mm 4.96 x 7.20 x 2.04 in / 126 x 183 x 52 mm Weight approx. 24.34 / 690 g approx. 24.34 / 690 g
Order number 62150 62151
99291 06/05/LX/B HEUSS INGER.de
MINOX Sport Optics Catalogue
Order number: 99011
MINOX Tested by Professionals
Brochure
Order number: 99287
MINOX is an Associate Sponsor
of the British Birdwatching Fair
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