Zeiss Terra ED 8x42

8x42Objective lensArmorEyecupFocus wheelHinge and bridgeNumbersPrism housingSchematic roof-prism drawing at 42 mm.Not to scale. Shows where the parts sit on a typical pair.

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Magnification
8x
Objective lens
42 mm
Eye relief
18.0 mm (exit pupil distance)

Specs

Key specifications.

Model specifications and list notes

  • Magnification8xManufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42
  • Objective lens42 mmManufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42
  • Exit pupil5.3 mmWorked out from the two numbers
  • Eye relief18.0 mm (exit pupil distance)Manufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42
  • Glass and coatingsExtra-low dispersion (ED)
  • Close focus1.6 m (5.3 ft)Manufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42
  • Weight725 g (25.6 oz)Manufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42
  • Field of view125 m (375 ft) at 1,000 m (yds)Manufacturer specification: ZEISS Terra ED 8x42

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    The Zeiss Terra ED Binoculars consist of SCHOTT extra-low dispersion glasses that reduce glare and color distortion. The Schmidt-Pechan roof prism system helps to form high-resolution razor-sharp images.

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Pros

  • Reduces chromatic aberration
  • Hydrophobic lenses
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Less sharp view at the edge of FOV

Zeiss Terra ED 8x42

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