Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization Binoculars with Case, Neck Strap & Batteries

by Canon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 5 x 2.8 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004THDD
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,742 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 31, 2000

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Canon's 12x36 IS binoculars incorporate an optical image stabilizer for shake-free viewing with minimal eye fatigue. This technology was first developed for Canon video camcorders and is now available in many of Canon's binoculars. The system employs a Vari-Angle Prism, dual transparent plates, independent vertical and horizontal sensors, and a dedicated microprocessor to continuously adjust the prism to maintain a steady image.

These 12x36 IS binoculars feature a water-resistant rubber coating for nonslip holding. If you get caught in light rain, you don't have to worry about the optics fogging up or getting ruined. These binoculars deliver high magnification, long eye relief, and wide-field viewing. Controls for focusing and image stabilization are centrally located and are accessible by both hands.

From the Manufacturer

12x Magnification Perfect for any Activity. The Image Stays Stable Even if You Don't. Powerful and sophisticated, the 12x36 IS features state-of-the-art Canon optics and active Image Stabilization.

• Optical Image stabilization design.
• High-magnification (12x), long eye relief and wide-field viewing (67°).
• Multi-Coated Canon optics including Doublet field-flattener for excellent edge-to-edge sharpness and contrast.
• Focuses as closely as 12ft. for maximum flexibility.
• Compact roof-prism design with water-resistant rubber coating for non-slip grip.
• Made with lead-free glass.

What's in the box
Binocular, case, batteries, and neck strap.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

53 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The state of the art..., January 10, 2001

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Michael Scriven "professional evaluator" (Point Reyes, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization Binoculars with Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)

I also have the Zeiss image stabilized 20x60 binoculars, which run about $5000, and the comparison is interesting. First, the Canon eats batteries, and I've tried using lithiums which are much more expensive, without much improvement, so take a set of alkalines along on field trips. The Zeiss does not use batteries, but it will take a while for those savings to balance the cost difference! Second, the Canons won't stabilize in a rough sea; the Zeiss will. (So will the noisy gyro-driven Yamahas, by the way.) Third, the Canons give a rock solid image with fresh batteries; the Zeiss only give an easily readable image, but of course it is 20x instead of 12x. Fourth, the Zeiss weigh a ton, the Canons are easy to carry. Fifth, obviously, the field of view of the Zeiss is considerably less than that of the Canons. However, it's pretty good for a 20x; it's a portable scope without the need for a tripod. Both are easy to use for the complete techno-handicapped.

Against the best of the standard binox, the Nikon Super E and the Leicas, which I also have, the gains are terrific for most but not all purposes; e.g., the twilight performance of the stabized binox, with their limited 3mm exit pupil, is notably inferior, and the weight is less handy. But on balance, the 12x Canon is great!

39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Canon 12x36IS a real winner!, February 27, 2001

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Douglas Leary (Victoria, B.C. Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization Binoculars with Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)

Being a bit of a snob when it comes to binoculars (I own now and have owned both Leica and Zeiss binoculars), I was very sceptical of some of the reviews I'd read heaping such high praise on the Canon IS series of binoculars. But since I always want to own the best, I thought that I had to try these binoculars out and disprove all those glowing reviews. Well, the first time I focused a pair of 12x36IS binoculars and pushed the image stabilization button...it was like magic! I've always had a problem holding my 10x binoculars steady enough to get a really satisfying view, and here I was looking through 12x binoculars and getting a rock steady image that brought out amazing amounts of detail in everything I was looking at. And they were acting more like 12x50 binoculars than 12x36 binoculars because you could see so much more easily and clearly when the image was so steady. So believe everything that you're hearing about how great the Canon 12x36IS binoculars are - it's true!

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We haven't found anything better....., December 20, 2002

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"jimandrose1" (Plymouth, MN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization Binoculars with Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)

I have about 20 sets of 10X30 IS and three sets of 15X50 IS Canon binoculars and have ordered two of these. My officers rely on these to enforce game and fish laws in Minnesota and use them in very demanding weather. We have had few failures, only a couple of repairs(due to dropping and running a set over with a boat trailer). They make the difference between being able to tell that a guy shot a duck or being able to tell what kind of duck he shot. For the money there is nothing better when detail if important.