Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular

by Olympus

Product Details

Product Manual [313kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 2.6 inches ; 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005A7IW
• Item model number: 8 X 42 EXWP1 W/P
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,479 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 3, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXPWP I is an outdoor binocular for the extreme enthusiast. The powerful binoculars are waterproof, dirtproof, and fogproof, making them ideal for activities like hiking, boating, and camping. The binocular also features 8x magnification, high index BaK-4 prisms for bright, crisp, edge-to-edge images, slim and stylish ergonomic design, fully multi-coated lenses for maximum image brightness and contrast, and phase and UV coating. Long eye-relief with twist-up down eyepieces and a large center-focus knob make for comfortable, fast, and easy focusing. The built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight.

What's in the Box:
All Olympus binoculars come complete with case, neckstrap, and protective lens covers.

Product Description

The Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXPWP I is an outdoor binocular for the extreme enthusiast. The powerful binoculars are waterproof, dirtproof, and fogproof, making them ideal for activities like hiking, boating, and camping. The binocular also features 8x magnification, high index BaK-4 prisms for bright, crisp, edge-to-edge images, slim and stylish ergonomic design, fully multi-coated lenses for maximum image brightness and contrast, and phase and UV coating. Long eye-relief with twist-up down eyepieces and a large center-focus knob make for comfortable, fast, and easy focusing. The built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight. What's in the Box: All Olympus binoculars come complete with case, neckstrap, and protective lens covers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best binocular for the price, March 30, 2008

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Mr. C (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular (Electronics)

These Olympus Magellan EXPWP 8x42 binoculars are the best binoculars out there in this price range. I visited several stores and tried many models in the $200-300 range, including Nikon, Pentax, etc. This 8x42 model came highly recommended and are probably a better all around choice then the 10x42 model. I also did many hours of internet research, reading reviews, comparing features, etc. Several professional reviews say that to get a pair of binoculars that are noticeably better than these, you will probably have to spend at least $500.00+ for a German made pair.

When people try my binoculars, the first thing they say is "WOW!". The image is that good - crisp and clear to the edges. I use them for sightseeing on vacations, at stadium sporting events, bird watching, etc. They are light and easy to hold and use. (Just don't forget to twist-out the eye cups first if you don't wear glasses.) While visiting my wife's family in the Caribbean, my father-in-law liked them so much that ended up giving him my pair. So now I am replacing them with Amazon (best price).

If you can afford to spend this much on binoculars, get these and don't buy the less expensive, inferior binoculars. You will notice a big difference the second you look through them and they are well worth every dollar. Do your own research if you like, and try them out. I'm sure you will agree that these are the best value, with the most features in this price range. These are an excellent pair of binoculars. Cheers!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Arguably the best 8x42 binoculars available at any price, June 6, 2010

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MJD in SM CA "MJD" (West Coast USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular (Electronics)

I have never written a product review before, but my expectations for these binoculars were so under estimated that I felt the need to write a few words.
At a selling price of $200.00 I understood the possible quality limitations. However I found

Eye relief to be absolutely excellent, especially for eye glass users.

Image clarity and brightness are spot on, certainly in part because of the wide field of view.

My shipped example was optically perfectly aligned for superb sharpness once focused.
Kudos to Olympus producing for a very high quality compact sized product.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Value in Birding/Backpacking Binos, November 6, 2009

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James R. Barnett "Astrotraveler" (Sonoma County, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular (Electronics)

The Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXPWP I a steal at the typical 50% of list price offered by many retailers. Here's what you get for under $200: Sharp and contrasty roof-prism binoculars with excellent quality optics. They are rubber armored and fully waterproofed, come with a strap, case and caps. Best of all, they are MADE IN JAPAN. Compared to the more expensive, less sharp, Nikon Monarchs which are made in China, these are a downright no-brainer. The next closest made-in-Japan binocular is the Canon 7x42 (non-IS) AWPs but these are almost $100 more. I've used mine for two years now, backpacking, birding, and even for occasional stargazing. I love 'em.