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Video #2: kowa's BDII-XD wide angle binoculars explained
12 December 2019
Kowa's new BDII-XD binoculars promised to bring with them an outstanding price/performance ratio with class leading features normally associated with optics with a far greater price tag, but how do they really work?
The BDII's strongest selling point is undoubtedly the large field of view - with all models boasting the official wide angle optic tag. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to tell you that a wider field of view will help you locate your subject quicker and more clearly as opposed to a more narrow / standard spec pair of binoculars. Ultimately, this leads to quicker ID's and more chance of spotting difficult to see subjects in all weathers, with sharpness right in to the corners of the image.
Combine the large field of view with Kowa fluorite rich XD (ED) lenses for pin sharp and high contrast images, close focus down to just 1.3m on all 32mm models (1.8m on 42mm models) and a tough, lightweight, fully waterproof magnesium alloy shell with tactile rubber armour – bringing together an impressive product for a good birder looking for excellent value and performance.
Prices start at just £359.00 / € 399.00 and available in 6.5x32, 8x32. 10x32, 8x42 and 10x42 sizes.
Discover more >
kowaoptic.com/optics-range/binoculars/bdii-xd/
The BDII's strongest selling point is undoubtedly the large field of view - with all models boasting the official wide angle optic tag. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to tell you that a wider field of view will help you locate your subject quicker and more clearly as opposed to a more narrow / standard spec pair of binoculars. Ultimately, this leads to quicker ID's and more chance of spotting difficult to see subjects in all weathers, with sharpness right in to the corners of the image.
Combine the large field of view with Kowa fluorite rich XD (ED) lenses for pin sharp and high contrast images, close focus down to just 1.3m on all 32mm models (1.8m on 42mm models) and a tough, lightweight, fully waterproof magnesium alloy shell with tactile rubber armour – bringing together an impressive product for a good birder looking for excellent value and performance.
Prices start at just £359.00 / € 399.00 and available in 6.5x32, 8x32. 10x32, 8x42 and 10x42 sizes.
Discover more >
kowaoptic.com/optics-range/binoculars/bdii-xd/
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