Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black)

by Bushnell

Product Features

• Roof-prism binocular with 8x magnification and 21-Millimeter objective diameter
• Multicoated optics guarantee superior light transmission and brightness
• Center focus system makes it easy to sharpen your view
• Nonslip rubber armor absorbs shock, 21-Feet close focusing distance
• 378-Feet field of view at 1000-Yards, weighs 7-Ounce, limited lifetime warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Bushnell PowerView binoculars offer the best of both worlds, combining contemporary styling and design with traditional Bushnell quality and durability. This particular PowerView binocular offers an 8x magnification and a 21mm objective diameter. The fully coated optics, meanwhile, guarantee superior light transmission and brightness, helping you see just about any target, whether you're searching for birds or trying to get a better view of the stage. And users will love the easy-to-use center focusing system, which adjusts quickly to keep your subject in sharp view. Additional features include a nonslip rubber armor housing that absorbs shock while providing a firm grip, a neck strap and a carrying case for easy transport, and 9mm of eye relief.

Specifications:

• Magnification: 8x
• Objective lens diameter: 21mm
• Size class: Compact
• Focus system: Center
• Prism system: Roof
• Prism glass: BK-7
• Lens coating: Fully
• Field of view @ 1,000 yards: 378 feet
• Close focus distance: 21 feet
• Exit pupil: 2.6mm
• Eye relief: 9mm
• Eyecups: Fold down
• Waterproof/fogproof: No
• Adapts to tripod: No
• Weight: 7 ounces
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Tech Talk
Objective Lens: The diameter of the objective or front lens. The larger the objective lens, the more light that enters the binocular, and the brighter the image.

Field of View (F.O.V.): The side-to-side measurement of the circular viewing field or subject area. It is defined by the width in feet or meters of the area visible at 1000 yards or meters. A wide angle binocular features a wide field of view and is better for following action. Generally, the higher the magnification, the narrower the field of view.

Roof Prism System: In roof prism binoculars the prisms overlap closely, allowing the objective lenses to line up directly with the eyepiece. The result is a slim, stream-lined shape in which the lenses and prisms are in a straight line.

Product Description

The Bushnell® Powerview® Series of binoculars offers you compact, streamlined designs for bright, crisp views of wherever you're exploring.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 3 x 4 inches ; 6.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004SABB
• Item model number: 132514
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (164 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

159 of 160 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for back row of auditorium, January 6, 2009

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Anthony Allison "Kiwi music aficionado" (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black) (Sports)

Talk about a revelation: Why did nobody tell us how much a pair of good binoculars can enhance your enjoyement of concerts and shows? My wife and I warmly recommend these Bushnell 8x21s for such events. You can save money by buying cheap seats in the nosebleed section, because for approx. $20 these binocs give you an amazing close-up view. After carefully reading the online reviews of these and the Bushnell 12x25s, I couldn't decide which would be better for a recent trip to New York, and ended up buying both. My wife and I tried each and agreed these smaller, lighter ones were absolutely perfect for the back row of Carnegie Hall and a Broadway show. The 12x25s have better magnification, but your natural hand/arm shaking is also magnified. Since one can't easily take a tripod into Broadway theaters and such, the lightweight 8x21s are therefore ideal. The perfect compromise between weight and adequate magnification. We liked the handy carrying case and weren't concerned, as others were here, about the thinness of the cord. The overall quality is amazing for such a cheap pair of binocs. We will never go to another concert or play without them. Highly recommended.

46 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars From the perspective of a beginner and amateur photographer, October 9, 2008

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silent_archimedes - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black) (Sports)

I know very little about binoculars. I know a lot about cameras, but have never owned a pair of binocs. I wanted to buy a basic binoculars with a decent range for my photography nature trips. I wanted to survey a scene quickly with light binoculars and decided to get this one. It's cheap, had good reviews and a respectable name. Here are my views after owning it for a couple of months:

PROS:
1. Excellent value
2. Respectable name
3. Small and light
4. Good solid quality
5. Adjusting stereo vision is quick and smooth and stays in place once found
6. Comes with a nice little soft case
7. Folds up nicely

CONS:
1. Eye holes are smaller than I would like. Still see my eyelashes sometimes. This is expected of most compact binoculars.
2. Requires a decent amount of light to work. A little difficult for sunrise photography.
3. Neck string is thin and difficult to replace

Overall, this seems like a very solid product and at this price, it's a no lose choice.

171 of 187 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Value and Quality, July 16, 2000

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Joe (Revere, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black) (Sports)

I recently purchased these binoculars and I also own another pair that I bought at a much higher price. I have to say, these are better than my $50 binocs! Great stability combines with wide viewing area and easy focus to create the best binoculars I've ever used! This is an easy purchase, a must buy!