Pentax 65809 PCF II 12x50 Waterproof Binocular

by Pentax

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 8.8 x 4 inches ; 3.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00076QVZ0
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• Item model number: 65809
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 1, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

With large objective lenses for superior light-gathering and the power of 12x magnification, the Pentax 12 x 50 PCF WP II binocular is the perfect companion for observations made at dusk or dawn. Add to that a 219 foot field of view and waterproof construction, and this high-performance model provides superior viewing in even the lowest light conditions and harshest climates.

Product Description

See what you might have been missing with the PENTAX PCF WP II series of binoculars. A perfect companion for dusk or dawn observation, these high-performance models come with large objective lenses for superior light gathering in even the lowest light conditions. The nitrogen-filled bodies are protected by a rubber covering that makes them waterproof, fog-proof, and fully submersible down to one meter of water. Stylish designs host features that provide excellent viewing comfort and easy operation. Offering a perfect blend of outstanding optical performance and rugged waterproof design, the PENTAX PCF WPs II are ideal for use on and around water.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superior Optics, April 30, 2009

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Jehan Ghouse (Hebron, KY, USA) - See all my reviews
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As expected, this Pentax product is excellent value for the money. This model has superior sharpness and provides a bright field of view. IMHO, overall optics are A+. The ability to mount it on a tripod makes it great for using it for bird watching. For it's size it is not excessively heavy. Overall, well constructed. Water ressistance is another plus.

The only draw backs I note are:
1. The cover for the eye piece is a one-piece design that fits over both eye pieces. One needs to "spread" open the binoculars in order for the eye peices to grip the cover.
2. The covers for the main lenses tend to come off when the binoculars are removed from the carrying case. Not a big issue...perhaps a hard case would have solved that issue. The lens caps them selves seem to fit snuggly.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Binoculars, September 12, 2010

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E. Johnson (Burnsville, NC United States) - See all my reviews
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Binoculars are used for ocasional long distance viewing in mountain terrain. The clarity is remarkable. They are a little heavy, but this does not cause a problem. Wish I had had these binoculars years ago.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent astronomy binoculars, March 31, 2011

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Adrian "Don Quixote" (Gold Coast, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pentax 65809 PCF II 12x50 Waterproof Binocular (Electronics)

I had been looking for binoculars for general use and astronomy. Look at a constellation with 10 stars to the naked eye and then there's hundreds! The crispness of the image was stunning, in all conditions from dull to bright sunlight, with light transmission excellent and minimal obvious internal reflections even looking towards a source of light. These feel incredibly good in your hands. They have slight ergonomic depressions as though someone squeezed their hands into them so hard it left a slight imprint. The Pentax uses a flatter lens system which effectively makes all of the field of view you see very sharp.