Pentax PF-65ED II Spotting Scope

by Pentax

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12.5 x 11 x 9 inches ; 2.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000MIISIQ
• Item model number: 70966
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,840 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Designed for high-quality, high-precision outdoor viewing. The PENTAX PF-65ED incorporates porro-prism optics and a 65mm objective lens with PENTAX-exclusive ED (Extra-low Dispersion) optical elements to deliver sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration. The PF-65ED features a straight-line lens barrel for quick, effortless subject spotting, even when the observer is on the move. This spotting scope also feature a compact, lightweight body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6), a collet-type eyepiece receptacle for an American-standard 31.7mm (1.25 inch) sleeve, a protective rubber housing, and accessible reach by either hand. When mounted on a tripod, the lens barrel can be twisted 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise from thedefault position at top or 180 degrees from side to side along with easy-to-locate pointers at top and 45-degree angles, to assure the best viewing position. The extendible rubber lens hood comes with a sight line to facilitate target-line adjustment. To optimize the performance of these new spotting scopes, PENTAX has developed three compact, high-performance XF-series eyepieces, all featuring a bright, high-contrast image, an American-standard 31.7mm sleeve and focal lengths ideal for outdoor viewing and bird watching. The smc PENTAX XF8.5 and XF12 are standard unifocal eyepieces, offering a focal length of 8.5mm and 12mm, and a magnification of 46 and 3

Customer Reviews

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A most useful tool for birdwatching, January 19, 2009

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F. VALDES Perezgasga "charrin" (Torreon, Mexico) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pentax PF-65ED II Spotting Scope (Electronics)

I had been looking for a spotting scope for some time now. I found this Pentax PF-65ED II spotting scope within my budget and I have not been disappointed. I had been using Pentax binoculars for 5 years and found them to be exceptionally good and tough, resisting continued field use. The spotting scope is incredibly clear even at a 60X magnification. The 65 mm is adequate for most lighting situations. Yes, of course, a larger diameter would have been better for low light conditions but it would have resulted in a bulkier -and heavier- equipment. If you are looking for an incredibly crisp spotting scope for birding and this is within your budget, go for it!

1 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Misleading advertising, BEWARE!, March 9, 2010

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Pat Day Lambert "PoodlePerson" (Tucson, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pentax PF-65ED II Spotting Scope (Electronics)

The photo of this item shows an eye piece is included. But it is NOT. After receiving the scope, I then had to purchase an eye piece for another $250. Supplier was Willoughby's. I would not do business with them again as their advertising is totally misleading.