Pentax 62215 Papilio 6.5x21 Porro Prism Binocular

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.3 x 2.2 inches ; 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007TSYCA
• Item model number: 62215
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,186 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Product Description
Bring nature¿s beauty closer than ever. PENTAX Papilio porro-prism binoculars are the perfect choice for close-range butterfly and bird observation. Available in two sizes, the enhanced observation capability of the Papilio binoculars is made possible by a powerful PENTAX Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering (CLOSE) mechanism. Both PENTAX Papilio models also incorporate new design technology that automatically compensates for the misalignment of right and left image fields at close ranges. Named for the Latin word for butterfly, the portable Papilio binoculars are a perfect companion for spectator sports, travel, hiking as well as indoors for observation in museums and galleries.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent general-purpose compact with a twist..., February 21, 2006

By	John Robinson "john" (Yokohama, Kanagawa Japan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This binocular does indeed focus down to about a foot-and-a-half, far closer than any other binocular I know of. This makes it essential equipment for: art museums, biological fieldwork, any situation where you want to get closer to things you cannot simply GET closer to.

Excellent clarity, as to be expected from a top-line Japanese optical company (as clear as Nikon, for example). Bright enough for the purpose, has diopter (on right, I think), and adjustable for both those who wear eyeglasses and those who do not. They fit my weird, astigmatic, spectacled peepers quite well.

And...they are very reasonably priced. A no-brainer. See Rembrandt's brushstrokes up close! Buy them now. It is the right thing to do. :-)

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Binocular for the price, February 23, 2006

By	Gary A. Smith "Alaska Cruiser" (Orlando, Florida) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have very limited experience using binoculars, but we are going on a cruise to Alaska this spring and felt that we should get some. I studied up on all my options and picked these due to size (they are very compact for the power) and other reviews that I read.
I tried them out in my yard watching squirrels build a nest in a tree far out in the woods. They are fantastic. I could clearly see all the activity during the nest building. I wear glasses and these presented no problems.
I would recommend them to the novice, although I am sure there are better these will meet my needs exactly.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pentax Porro Prism Binoculars, September 17, 2008

By	E. K. Moseley (AZ USA) - See all my reviews

Pentax has always made a superior product and the really did with this item. I bought these as a gift and am very happy with them. They are a little higher in price but that is the quality item. Why you might ask? They came in a black leather case and a necck strap. They are APPRX. 5 inches high by 5 inches wide and 2 inches deep and are adjustable to your face (eye) speration. Lifetime limited warrenty. Instructions make it very clear to only use lens cleaner no "Windex". These are true binoculars, you do not just adjust one but both for a great three D effect. We used them to look at the mountain that is apprx. 1000 feet from our home and it brought it so close and clear.

I can highly recommend Pentax.