Leica 8x42 Ultravid HD Plus Binocular

Building on the success of the original Ultravid HD, Leica's 8x42 Ultravid HD Plus Binocular adds improved technologies and materials to create an optic with bright and clear images across the entire field of view. The HD Plus delivers enhanced contrast and true color fidelity, with virtually zero distortion, even in low-light conditions.Leica upgraded the glass to specially formulated SCHOTT HT glass which increases light transmission especially in the blue-violet light band, improves color fidelity, and enhances low-light performance. Scratch and abrasion-resistant High Durable Coating (HDC), and hydrophobic AquaDura coating on outer lens protect surfaces and causes water and oil to bead off for easier cleaning and clearer vision. The roof prisms feature P40 phase-correction and the proprietary High Lux System (HLS) coatings. These coatings virtually eliminate chromatic aberration for enhanced color rendition and increased contrast.Complementing the optical performance are uncompromising construction details. To reduce user fatigue during long glassing sessions, the chassis is made of a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy, with a titanium center hinge axle. The optical tubes are nitrogen-filled for fogproof performance and sealed to make the binocular submersible to 16.4' or 0.5 bar of pressure. Ergonomic thumb indents on the bottom of the binocular coupled with protective rubber armoring provide a comfortable slip-resistant grip. A lubrication-free focus system provides fast and precise focusing, with PETP-Discs to provide smooth movement throughout the broad operating temperature range.Optical Performance8x magnification42mm objective lens diameterCompact roof prism optical pathHigh-quality SCHOTT HT glass increases light transmission, especially in blue-violet band, improves color fidelity, and enhances low-light performanceP40 and the proprietary High Lux System (HLS) prism coatingsHigh temperature plasma lens coating depositing system for precise optical coating placementPhase corrected prisms reduce chromatic aberration for enhanced color renditionScratch and abrasion-resistant High Durable Coating (HDC) and hydrophobic AquaDura coating on outer lens protects surfaces and causes water and oil to bead off lenses for easier cleaning and clearer vision in bad weather Use and HandlingLubricant free center focus system with PETP-Discs provides smooth movement throughout the operating temperature range±4 right-eye dioptric correctionLocking center diopter adjustment wheelTwist-out 2-stage click-stop eyecupsFlip-down tethered objective lens capsTripod mountable with optional adapterConstruction DetailsLight and durable magnesium chassisTitanium center hinge axleSlip-resistant protective rubber-armored bodyNitrogen-filled, fogproof and watertight to 16.5'/0.5 bar pressureBroad -13 to 131°F operating temperatureErgonomic thumb rests for added comfort and a better grip

Price: £1650.00 from Jessops