Canon 8x20 IS Binoculars with Image Stabilizer for birdwatching, wildlife and spectator sports

CanonSKU: 4549292148282

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Product Description

Canon 8x20 IS Binoculars with Image Stabilizer

  • 8x magnification
  • Porro prism
  • Identify subjects easily with precision optics
  • Steady handheld viewing with Powered IS
  • Comfortable viewing with reduced eye strain
  • Width: 118mm
  • Length: 142mm
  • Height: 69mm
  • Weight (Excluding battery): 420g
Enjoy a steady, high quality, handheld view of birds, wildlife and spectator sports with the Canon IS Image Stabilising 8x20 mm Binoculars, thanks to Canon precision optics and Powered Image Stabiliser mode to counteract your movement.

Ideal for birdwatching, wildlife and spectator sports, these superb quality, high magnification binoculars bring small and distant objects closer with intense clarity and stability.

Enjoy super steady handheld tracking and viewing with Standard and Powered Image Stabiliser (IS) modes, which use the same lens-shift technology as Canon's renowned EF lenses. Easily find subjects with Standard IS mode then simply press the Powered IS button for a rock-steady view of static subjects.
Canon 8x20 IS Binoculars with Image Stabilizer for birdwatching, wildlife and spectator sports - Product Photo 5

Easily and accurately identify even smaller subjects, thanks to Canon optics. The Porro II prism design, Super Spectra lens coating and field flattener elements ensure great colour, high resolution, low aberrations and minimal distortion over the field of view - enabling clear subject identification.

Well-balanced with non-slip rubberised coating for excellent durability and a premium feel, these binoculars are easy to grip when wearing gloves thanks to a contoured barrel design, which also enables a clear naked-eye view over the top.

Powered by AA batteries for up to 10 hours of continuous, stabilised use.

Comfortably use your binoculars for long periods thanks to a perfectly balanced design. The conveniently placed Image Stabiliser buttons and smooth focus adjustment ring offer easy fingertip control. The closest focusing distance of approx. 2.0m is ideal for viewing nearby subjects.
Binocular type Prism
Magnification 8x
Objective lens effective diameter 20mm
Filter Size -
Real Field of View 6.6°
Apparent Field of View 49.5°
Field of View at 1000m 115m
Optical Construction
Objective lens construction 3 elements in 2 groups
Eyepiece lens construction 4 elements in 3 groups
UD lens -
Doublet Field Flattener Yes
Exit Pupil diameter 2.5mm
Eye relief 13.5mm
Prism type Porro I prism
Lens coating Super Spectra coating
Focusing and dioptric correction
Focusing system Object lens movement
Focusing method Manual focus
Dioptric correction method Dioptric correction ring
Dioptric correction range ±5.9m-1 (diopters)
Closest focusing distance (approx.) 2.0mm
Image Stabilizer
Image Stabilizer system Lens shift
Correction angle =+/- 0.9°
Shake detection system Gyro sensor
Image Stabilizer activation Push button switch (5min. continuous operation)
Power Source 1x CR123A lithium battery
Battery life =+23°C: approx 12 hours
-10°C: approx 8 hours (using alkaline batteries)
Battery Level Indicator Yes (LED)
Physical Features
Water Resistance -
Rubber coating -
Operating conditions -10°C to 40°C, 90% humidity
Width 118mm
Length 142mm
Height 69mm
Weight (Excluding battery) 420g

Understanding: Magnification

Understanding magnification, typically denoted by a number followed by an "x" (e.g., 8x42), is essential for choosing binoculars suited to specific activities like birdwatching, hunting, or stargazing.

Higher magnification offers a closer view but may sacrifice field of view and stability, while lower magnification provides a wider field of view and is generally easier to stabilize but sacrifices detailed observation of distant objects

Understanding: Field of View

Field of view refers to the width of the area visible through the binoculars at a specific distance. A wider field of view allows you to observe more of your surroundings, making it ideal for activities like birdwatching or sports events where tracking fast-moving subjects is essential.

Understanding: Objective Lens Diameter

The objective lens diameter determines how much light the binoculars can gather, directly impacting image brightness and clarity, especially in low-light conditions. A larger objective lens diameter results in brighter and clearer images, making it ideal for activities such as stargazing or wildlife observation at dawn or dusk. However, larger objective lenses also mean heavier and bulkier binoculars, which may not be suitable for all users, especially for long periods of use or travel.

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