Carl Zeiss Victory FL Binoculars (10x42)

by Zeiss

Product Features

• All-purpose binoculars with 10x magnification and 42mm objective lens
• Dielectric mirror coatings for superior image brightness and contrast
• FL Concept optical system delivers extended twilight and low-light performance
• LotuTec lens coating; premium waterproof, nitrogen-filled housing
• Twist-up eyecups; measures 5.04 inches long; weighs 27 ounces

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Victory FL Binoculars (10x42) from Carl Zeiss are all-purpose binoculars that offer a large field of view. The 42mm lens provides optimum light transmission and the 10x magnification is perfect for scouting and glassing. These durable binoculars are loaded with great features that make them an ideal choice for stalking or stand hunting.

As with all Victory FL binoculars, the 10x42 are specially designed to maximize your experience in the field. These binoculars utilize Carl Zeiss' optical engineering fundamentals, such as the FL Concept and LotuTec lens coating. Carl Zeiss has developed these binoculars with advanced ergonomics and perfect balance to promote comfortable use, even during prolonged observation. These premium waterproof and nitrogen-filled binoculars also feature dielectric mirror coatings for superior image brightness and contrast, twist up eyecups for operating comfort, and an award-winning offset hinge design for exceptional compactness and handling.

FL Concept for Sharper Images and Vivid Colors
Victory FL binoculars employ the revolutionary Carl Zeiss FL Concept -- an optical system that uses fluoride glass to achieve the highest level of performance. The FL Concept provides brighter, sharper images with highly saturated, vivid colors. This treatment also delivers extended twilight and low-light performance, even in harsh weather. Unlike ordinary optical systems, the FL Concept minimizes chromatic aberrations and virtually eliminates stray light interference, fuzzy images, and low contrast to provide clearer viewing.

LotuTec Lens Coating for Inclement Weather
Taking its name from the traits of a lotus leaf, the LotuTec coating on the Victory FL binoculars' objective and ocular lenses repels water so efficiently that raindrops actually roll right off the glass. And the super-smooth lens surface can be wiped clean without smearing or damaging the optics. This revolutionary coating was even honored with the prestigious Gray's Best award, recognizing LotuTec as the only optical process that allows lenses to completely shed water, even in the heaviest downpours.

Victory FL 10x42 Binoculars Specifications:

• Magnification: 10x
• Objective Diameter: 42 mm
• Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
• Twilight Factor: 20.5
• Field of View (ft/1000 yards): Ww 330
• Close Focus: 6.56 feet
• Diopter Range: +/- 4.0 dpt
• Eye Relief: 16.0 mm
• Interpupillary Distance: 54 to 76 mm
• LotuTec: Yes
• Nitrogen Filling: Yes
• Waterproof: 400 mbar
• Functional Temperature Range: -22 to +145°F
• Height: 6.34 in
• Width: 5.04 in
• Weight: 26.98 oz

Product Description

These all-purpose binoculars with a large field of view are ideal for stalking or stand hunting. 42 mm lens maximizes light transmission. 10x magnification is perfect for scouting and long range glassing.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001H318OG
• Item model number: 524542-0000-000
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #109,055 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bright and crisp. Worth every penny., November 8, 2008

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VLSI_Engineer (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Carl Zeiss Victory FL Binoculars (10x42) (Sports)

I have used quite a few binoculars but this one is really the last one I will ever own.

The brightness, eye relief, and collimation are excellent. You can tell that an extraordinary amount of precision went into manufacturing these binoculars. The image is very cohesive creating a single large extremely bright image that rivals even binoculars with larger exit pupils. There is no eyestrain in any conditions and the lenses remain crystal clear and provide a high contrast image even in the most difficult foggy situations.

The price is high, but when you use them, you will know why.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tested many left with these, May 1, 2010

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William R. Dean "Deanzsyclone" (S. Cal USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Carl Zeiss Victory FL Binoculars (10x42) (Sports)

WOW, these bino's are amazing. I've looked through many cheap, mid priced, and high end bino's these are the one's I left with. One of the few cases where you get what you pay for.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent image! Almost perfect body..., July 14, 2011

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Ovidiu - See all my reviews

This review is from: Carl Zeiss Victory FL Binoculars (10x42) (Sports)

I recently purchased this pair of binos and they are very, very nice - IQ wise. And for $1899,- they better be! I use them for birding and I can say that it's a completely new experience.
I was very close to buying the green armored ones (at 300$ discount as stocks go out - they are not made anymore) but I hesitate due to the rumors on the net about the "plastic feel". Well, now that I spent the bucks for the black ones I can say that they do have this plastic feel too. I expected a more rubbery coating. I can't compare them with the green ones but I kind of regret that I spent 300 $ extra.
Don't get me wrong, they do not slip out of your hand, they are quite comfortable to hold and they feel absolutely fine only that I expected something little different. Everything works perfectly and the image is absolutely top notch. Quite a bit better than my '68 Jenoptem Dekarem (which I thought are the best).
Now back to the plastic/rubber armor: this is less "sticky" to your hand than the similar glass from Swarowsky and even the new EDG from Nikon (I had a quick test with both). Perhaps Leica is as well "soft", but I haven't touch that.
However, based on the image quality, sturdy construction, and price, Zeiss Victory FL are a better buy that the above competitors.
So, if the discontinued green armored pieces are still there for a lower price, I would definitely give them a chance.