Customer Reviews

Pentax 65794 XCF 12x50 Binocular with Case

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The quality is very high for the cost. These are very portable/ well-made despite the weight. I will note that if you are going to use binoculars with this mm magnification, you should use a tripod attachment to stabilize them to avoid getting a headache. They are great for getting close-up views to perched birds or other animals.

I just bought a set of these very recently, and I really like them! The optics are top notch, the focus controls are smooth & precise, and even with the large 50mm objective lenses, they are quite easy & comfortable to handle. Like the other reviewer here said, they are a bit large (50mm lenses are that way), so long periods of use are best done when using a tripod. But, once you have a tripod adapter, these binoculars are ready to mount for long, comfortable viewing. The 4.1 mm exit pupil size makes them reasonably bright for early morning/evening use, as well as star gazing (the Orion nebula is quite clear with these binoculars)!

This binoc is OK for my purposes but I expected more for my money. Previous reviews led me to expect better optics. Large area around circumference of viewed area is not in focus when focused on an object in the center of the viewing area. Also loses clarity in low light (early/late in the day).

If you intend to use for serious viewing, recommend you look into higher quality (and expense).

A little large and heavy, but a good clear set of bincoulars. Good value for the price.