Leica's black 10x42 Noctivid Binoculars
represent the perfect combination of form and function in a single
optic. They are designed with an array of complementary technologies to
produce bright and clear color-neutral images, while fitting comfortably
in the hand for long, fatigue-free glassing sessions.
The
Noctivid's performance starts with the use of SCHOTT High Transmission
glass with a 12-element lens configuration and their HighLux-System
anti-reflection multi-coatings, followed by phase-corrected compact roof
prisms. These features produce bright and clear high-contrast images
with accurate color rendition across the entire visible spectrum.
Internal baffles limit scattered light in the optical tubes, which can
affect clarity and contrast, while an innovative lens design and
internal field flatteners ensure edge-to-edge clarity across the entire
wide-angle field of view. The wide viewing angle and relatively high 10x
magnification allow you to take in sweeping views while also giving you
the ability to make detailed observations of distant objects. The wide
viewing angle also helps to mitigate the common occurrence of
disorientation that often accompanies high magnifications when using the
optic on rolling seas or airborne platforms.
The Noctivid
binoculars are made with a dual-hinge / open-bridge that provides added
gripping surface area while reducing the overall weight without
sacrificing strength or stability. Their chassis is made of a
lightweight and strong magnesium alloy that, when combined with the
bridge configuration, further reduces the weight while shifting the
center of gravity to the natural hand position, which translates to an
improved handling experience with greatly reduced fatigue, allowing you
to hold the binoculars for extended periods of time. To withstand the
rigors of extensive outdoor use, all of the metal surfaces are treated
with a proprietary varnish coating to resist corrosion and wear and the
optical tubes are nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed to be fogproof,
waterproof, and submersible.