Focus Viewmaster ED 16-48x65 – spotting scope is a spotting scope for studying birds, landscapes and distant details.
Magnification is 16-48× and the objective diameter is 65 mm. Magnification helps you study distant subjects, while the size of the objective lenses contributes to the instrument’s light-gathering ability. Choose magnification to suit your use: higher magnification also makes hand movement more noticeable in the image.
Close focus is 3,5 metres, the shortest distance at which the image can be brought into focus. This matters if you also want to observe subjects nearby.
The model uses low-dispersion ED glass. This helps reduce colour fringing around high-contrast edges, such as branches against a bright sky. It is a useful feature to compare when observing fine detail and subtle colour differences in birds.
A stable tripod is important at these magnifications. Start at the lower setting to locate your subject, then increase magnification to study details. Heat shimmer and long viewing distances can make a lower zoom setting produce a steadier, more useful image.
The instrument is waterproof according to the manufacturer’s specification, a practical feature for outdoor use in rain and damp conditions. Use lens caps and a case during transport, and clean the optics with a suitable lens cloth.
Technical specifications
- Dimensions W × H × D (mm): 345x96x165
- Exit pupil (mm): 4,1-1,4
- Eye relief (mm): 20-18
- Eyecups: Twist-up
- Field of view (°): 2,65-1,4
- Glass type: ED
- Magnification (×): 16-48
- Lens coating: FMC
- Prism type: Porro
- Tripod connection: Ja
- Waterproof design: Yes
- Weight (g): 1200
- Close focus (m): 3,5
- Objective diameter (mm): 65
