Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x32 Binoculars

The Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x32 Binoculars combine premium optical performance with a compact, lightweight design, making them an excellent choice for birdwatching, wildlife observation, hiking and travel. Built around Opticron's trademark compact optical system, they offer an outstanding balance of image quality, comfort and portability, ensuring they are ready for every outdoor adventure.

Featuring high-quality ED objective lenses, fully multi-coated optics and phase-corrected BAK4 roof prisms with Opticron's Oasis-C+ high light transmission coating, the Explorer WA ED-R produces bright, high-contrast images with impressive colour accuracy and reduced chromatic aberration. Its generous 136m field of view at 1,000m provides an immersive viewing experience, making it easy to scan habitats and follow fast-moving birds or wildlife.

Designed for everyday use, the lightweight aluminium alloy and polycarbonate body is protected by full rubber armour and sealed with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction for dependable performance in all weather conditions. Comfortable long eye relief, three-stage twist-up eyecups and a close focus distance of just 2.3 metres make these binoculars equally capable of observing distant landscapes and nearby butterflies, flowers and insects.

- Premium ED Glass Objectives
High-quality ED objective lenses minimise chromatic aberration to produce sharper images with improved colour accuracy and enhanced contrast.

- Fully Multi-Coated Optical System
Every air-to-glass surface is fully multi-coated to maximise light transmission, producing bright, crisp images throughout the day.

- Oasis-C+ Phase-Corrected Prisms
Premium BAK4 roof prisms incorporate phase correction and Opticron's Oasis-C+ high light transmission coating to enhance brightness, clarity and image definition.

- Wide-Angle Viewing
The generous 136m field of view at 1,000m provides an immersive viewing experience, allowing you to easily scan wide landscapes and keep moving wildlife in sight.

- Compact and Ergonomic Design
Built around Opticron's compact optical system, the Explorer WA ED-R offers excellent balance and comfortable handling while remaining lightweight enough for all-day use.

- Waterproof and Fogproof Performance
Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction prevents internal condensation and protects the optics from moisture, making the binoculars dependable in changing weather conditions.

- Comfortable Extended Viewing
Long eye relief and three-stage twist-up eyecups ensure a comfortable viewing experience for users with or without glasses.

- Durable Rubber Armouring
The full protective rubber armour provides a secure grip while helping safeguard the binoculars from everyday knocks and bumps during outdoor activities.

- Smooth Precision Focusing
A responsive central focusing wheel enables quick and accurate focus adjustments, allowing you to effortlessly switch between nearby and distant subjects.

- Close Focus for Nature Observation
A close focus distance of just 2.3 metres makes these binoculars ideal for appreciating fine details on butterflies, insects, flowers and other nearby wildlife.

- Tripod Compatible
An integrated tripod adapter socket allows secure mounting for prolonged observation sessions where additional stability is beneficial.

Magnification: 8x
Objective Lens Diameter: 32mm
Objective Lens Glass: ED (Extra-low Dispersion)
Prism Type: Roof
Prism Material: BAK4
Prism Coating: Oasis-C+
Phase Corrected Prisms: Yes
Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
Field of View (@1000m): 136m
Field of View: 7.8°
Field of View (@1000yd): 408ft
Close Focus: 2.3m
Eye Relief: 18mm
Interpupillary Distance (IPD): 54–74mm
Waterproof: Yes
Nitrogen Filled: Yes
Eyecup Type: 3-stage Twist-Up
Dioptre Adjustment: Right Eye
Dioptre Range: ±4.0
Eyelens Diameter: 21mm
Body Material: Aluminium Alloy & Polycarbonate
Armour Material: PR Rubber
Hinge Design: Single Hinge, Single Axis
Tripod Adaptable: Yes
Colour: Black
Dimensions: 120 × 116 × 46mm
Weight: 465g

Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x32 Binoculars
Soft case with rainguard,
Padded strap
Rubber objective lens covers

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