Minox BD 10x44 BP Binocular

by Minox

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000LYTCW2
• Item model number: 62151
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,055 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

A new definition of the third dimension:As if cast from the same mould the MINOX 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 leading-edge optical technology. Enhanced three-dimensional imaging, an exceptional light transmission of 94.5 percent as well as an extremely compact design make these binoculars 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 â?" 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.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Patience pays off, January 21, 2012

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This review is from: Minox BD 10x44 BP Binocular (Electronics)

Retail prices have been known to vary between $500 & $600.
I purchased mine, through Amazon, for just under $200. (open box)
I own approx. 20 Porro prism binoculars and this Minox Porro is one of the very best in my collection.
Unfortunately, this Minox BD 10x44 BP binocular has been discontinued.
Excellent sharpness, brightness, and 3D.
Five Star Quality Control as well as optics and optical coatings.
It is built to last a lifetime. Waterproof/fogproof.
Exceptional light transmission of 94.5 % makes it a close second to the famous Fujinon 10x50 FMT-SX series of binoculars which has a light transmission of approx. 97%.
This Minox BD 10x44 BP is small and lightweight (24.3 oz.) in comparison to the (50.1 oz.) Fujinon 10x50 FMT-SX.
I own a Fujinon 7x50 FMTR-SX which seems to weight a ton (56 oz.) when hand held.
If you can find a good used Minox 10x44 Porro prism it is well worth the money.
Manufactured in Japan for Minox which is a German company.

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