Nikon Action 10-22X50 Dual Action Zoom XL Binocular with Case

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 3 x 9 inches ; 2.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005QZ6A
• Item model number: 7234
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,233 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 6, 2007

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Nikon Action series 10-22x50 Zoom XL binocular features quick and smooth central focusing. The precision-aligned, sharp, multicoated optics provide bright, clear images, and aspherical lenses help to eliminate distortion. This full-size binocular weighs 33.5 ounces and measures 7.6 inches long and 7.2 inches wide.

More features:

• Field of view at 1,000 feet: 198 feet at 10x
• Magnification: 10-22x
• BaK4 high-index prisms
• All-metal chassis and lens fittings housed in a polycarbonate body shell
• Diopter control allows easy compensation for common left eye-right eye vision imbalance
• Ergonomically shaped body that's rubber coated for easy grip
• Tripod adaptable

Product Description

The full-sized Actions XL binocular features a 10-22 power zoom range, 50mm objective lenses and multicoated optics for the pinnacle of full-sized zoom performance. Whether it is baseball under the lights or the Indy 500, the Scoutmaster XL delivers!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

49 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get closer in style, June 16, 2006

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Ganesh Kumar Eswaran "Ganesh Kumar" (Bangalore, India) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nikon Action 10-22X50 Dual Action Zoom XL Binocular with Case (Electronics)

These are no ordinary binoculars. They are a miracle. They exceeded my expectations and I am proud to own them now.

Its usable right out of the box. The controls are very easy to use, even my 4 year old son knows how to focus the binoculars. You can keep the zoom level at 10X for most viewing. When you really want to zoom in, the binoculars provide upto 22X zoom by just sliding a lever. At 22X zoom, you need steady hands or a tripod to view appropriately. The 10X zoom is more than sufficient for exploring the distant objects around you.

For starters, when you buy a binocular, you need to consider two aspects. The binoculars are usually represented in the format A X B where A is the magnification and B is the diameter of the front lens in millimeters. The more the better for both A and B.

This Nikon binocular is capable of magnifications ranging from 10 to 22. The front lens is 50 mm which is more than sufficient for everyday daylight and night viewing.

The Nikon lens are world-class providing crystal clear view. At night I focussed on the moon and could see the mountains on the moon very clearly.

Overall I would definitely recommend this product for everyone. Even adults who think that binoculars are for children must try this product as it will amaze them. Not to speak of teens who will marvel their "birds" in close-up!!!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nikon Zoom 10x22, August 19, 2008

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Clifford R. Felice (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon Action 10-22X50 Dual Action Zoom XL Binocular with Case (Electronics)

I have used Nikon binoculars in 8x40 and 10x50 and these are excellent for glassing while hunting. I liked the idea of having a zoom feature so as to examine subjects in more detail when necessary, but zoom binoculars don't have a great reputation from what I have read. I purchased the 10-22x50 with some apprehension and am I ever glad I did. The optics are fantastic at 10 power with no distortion and are a pleasure to look through. There appears to be some bluriness when zooming up to 22x requiring some diopter readjustment. I was never 100% satisfied with the focus at 22x, but I would strongly recommend this binocular to anyone who requires a zoom binocular. I found that I could view subjects offhand at 22x, but I will primarily use this power with some support as it is difficult to steady. I am extremely satisfied with this binocular and can honestly say that the zoom feature and additional magnifaction have greatly enhanced my viewing experience.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing product, April 24, 2007

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MindCreations (South Carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nikon Action 10-22X50 Dual Action Zoom XL Binocular with Case (Electronics)

I bought these binoculars about a month ago because I wanted something really powerful/top of the line that could be used with basically doing anything. These things are SO powerful that it's scary. We went to a concert last week and were wayyyy far away from the stage. We used the zoom on these to the 22 mark and it was TOO close!

These are very high quality binoculars and are a pretty good weight. They come with a soft case and covers for the lenses and eyepiece, and a tripod mount. There is a small lever on the right eye piece that you can ease left to right in order to take advantage of the 10-22 zoom. Because the diameter of the lenses is 50, these binoculars allow a good deal of light to come in so that you will see a bright, crisp image.

If you are into star-gazing then you are going to need a tripod. Nothing expensive, just something to steady the binoculars so that you won't be struggling to hold them completely still in your hands. When you're that close with the zoom you're going to need it.

Highly recommended!