Product Description
Olympus 10×50 Explorer S Binoculars
The Olympus 10x50Explorer S Binoculars feature high magnification and wide objectives that offer an immersive viewing experience in all light conditions from pre-dawn through late dusk. Their traditional Porro prisms present you with a rich depth of field that allow you to more easily discern the distances between objects in your view for a real “3D” experience.
These Olympus 10×50 Explorer S Binoculars have Anti-reflection coated optics maximize the light entering the objectives to produce bright and clear images with accurate colors and crisp resolution. A knurled center focus wheel and an elastic polymer armored grip assist handling and give you precise control of the optic, while fold-down eyecups provide comfortable use with or without eyewear.
The Explorer Binoculars:
When quality and performance come together, it’s a perfect combination. Our Explorer Series binoculars are ideal for birding, nature, and sporting events. Available in 8×40 S, 10×50 S, and 8-16×40 S models, Explorer binoculars boast high performance optics for a crystal clear view.
Optical Performance
- Powerful 10x magnification draws distant subjects in close for detailed observation and identification
- Large 50mm objective lenses boost low-light capability for use in challenging conditions such as in the pre-dawn hours and late dusk
- Traditional Porro prism optical path produces a rich depth of field with true stereoscopic vision for a more “3D” viewing experience
- 5-element/3-group lens design helps to reduce fringing and distortion, making views appear sharp and flat with little edge curvature
- Anti-reflection coated optics improve light transmission, contrast, and color rendition
- Apparent angle of view approaches wide angle to reduce the appearance of distracting hand shake and the need to move your head side-to-side, so you see more of the scene in front of you
- 340-foot field of view at 1000 yards
Use and Handling
- Large textured slip-resistant center focusing wheel is easy to manipulate, even when wearing gloves
- 60-70mm interpupillary distance adjustment range
- Fold-down rubber eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
- 12mm eye relief
- Wide 5mm exit pupil ensures coverage of pupils when dilated in low light
Construction Details
- Porro prism design produces a naturally ergonomic form factor that is center-weighted for better balance and control with a comfortable feel in the hand
- Elastic polymer armor provides a slip-resistant grip
- Caps, case, and strap included
- Weight 30.2 ounces
Olympus Explorer S Specs
Prism Type | Porro |
Magnification | 10x |
Objective Lens Diameter | 50 mm |
Angle of View | 6.5° (Actual) |
Field of View | 340.4′ @ 1000 yd / 113 m @ 1000 m |
Minimum Focus Distance | 19.7′ / 6 m |
Exit Pupil Diameter | 5 mm |
Eye Relief | 12 mm |
Interpupillary Adjustment | 60 to 70 mm / 2.4 to 2.8″ |
Focus Type | Center |
Water Resistance | None |
Dimensions | 7.6 x 7 x 2.5″ / 192 x 178 x 64 mm |
Weight | 30.2 oz / 855 g |