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INFORMATION | ICONS

General Use Camping/Hiking

Boating Travelling

Bird Watching

Sports/Events

Theatre/Indoor Events

Astronomy

RECOMMENDED USE ICONS

Protection of ultraviolet rays.

Wide-angle for a wider view.

Binoculars with zoom function bring thesubject even closer. OLYMPUS offers,depending on model, 8-16x or 10-30x zoom.

Precisely ground prisms and lenses madeof brightness-enhancing barium crownglass (BaK-4) ensure clarity and brightnessto the very edge of the fi eld of view.OLYMPUS offers an extensive range ofhigh-quality binoculars with BaK-4.

Waterproof binoculars can be submerged to a depth of 1 metre for up to 5 minutes.

UV protection

Wide

Waterproof

Zoom

BaK-4

SPECIFICATION ICONS

OLYMPUS QUALITY

HIGH-GRADE OPTICAL COMPONENTSThe key criterion for excellent sharpness, contrast and light intensity is the quality of the prisms and lenses.

OLYMPUS lenses are a world-renowned trademark and synonymous with optical precision.

OLYMPUS guarantees you and your customers outstanding quality. High-grade optical materials and components provide decades of pleasure using your binoculars - which is why we give users across Europe a 25-year guarantee.

GUARANTEED QUALITY

OLYMPUS QUALITY

Most of the OLYMPUS binoculars use multi-coated lenses which prevent loss of light and sharpness caused by refl ections.

MULTI-COATED LENSES

Most OLYMPUS binoculars are equipped with long eye relief and adjustable eyepieces for more comfortable viewing.

n Diopter adjustment for comfortable viewing without glasses.

n All OLYMPUS binoculars come complete with a case, neckstrap and protective lens covers.

OLYMPUS STANDARD

BINOCULAR BASICS

MAGNIFICATION: A magnifi cation of factor 8, for example, produces an image as if one were 8 times closer to the object. The less the magnifi cation factor is, the more comfortable the viewing is.

OBJECTIVE LENS DIAMETER: The diameter of the objective lens determines how much light can be gathered to form an image. For daytime use a lens diameter of 21mm-25mm is recommended, but for low light conditions 35mm-50mm may be necessary.

The angle of view is measured in degrees and indicates how large the viewable fi eld is. The fi eld of view is defi ned as the width of the viewable fi eld at a distance of 1000m from the point of observation.

* Fully multi-coated: Each lens is multi-coated* Multi-coated: One lens is multi-coated, other lenses are mono-coated* Fully-coated: Each lens is mono-coated

ANGLE OF VIEW | FIELD OF VIEW

BINOCULAR BASICS

The exit pupil is the diameter of the light image visible through the eyepiece. The exit pupil is calculated by dividing the objective lens diameter by the magnifi cation factor. An exit pupil of 2-3mm is adequate for daytime use, though where there is less light you will need binoculars with an exit pupil of 5 to 7mm, e.g. 8x42 binoculars: 42 divided by 8 = 5.3 exit pupil in mm.

EXIT PUPIL

An overview about the most important features. Example: The description 10x42 EXPS I means that this model offers 10x magnifi cation and that the objective lens diameter is 42mm.

HOW TO READ THE NUMERICAL INFORMATION CODE FOR BINOCULARS

10x42 EXPS I

Magnifi cation Objective lens diameter

BINOCULAR BASICS

EYE RELIEF: The eye relief is the distance from the rear eyepiece lens to the eye point. A long eye relief provides a comfortable view and ease of use without image black-out for users without glasses as well as users who wear glasses. Insuffi cient eye relief results in a loss of fi eld of view. For users who wear glasses an eye relief with minimum 14mm is recommended.

Porro Prisms: Large lenses produce needle-sharp, razor-dimensional images of brilliant quality.

Roof Prisms: The light is focused directly on the eyepiece. These binoculars can therefore be made lighter and more compact.

PRISM TYPE

PORRO PRISMS ROOF PRISMS

BINOCULARSCOLLECTION 2012

MODEL10x42

EXWP I8x42

EXWP I12x50 EXPS I

10x42 EXPS I

8x42 EXPS I

10x50 DPS I

8x40 DPS I

7x35 DPS I

8-16x40 ZOOM DPS I

10-30x25 ZOOM

PC I

8-16x25 ZOOM

PC I

12x25 PC I

10x25 PC I

8x25 PC I

10x25 WP II

8x25 WP II

10x21 DPC I

8x21 DPC I

10x21 RC II WP

8x21 RC II WP

10x21 RC II

8x21 RC II

Magnifi cation 10x 8x 12x 10x 8x 10x 8x 7x 8-16x 10-30x 8-16x 12x 10x 8x 10x 8x 10x 8x 10x 8x 10x 8x

Objective Lens Diameter (mm)

42 42 50 42 42 50 40 35 40 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 21 21 21 21 21 21

Exit pupil 4.2 5.3 4.2 4.2 5.3 5 5 5 5.0-2.5 2.5-0.8 3.1-0.8 2.1 2.5 3.1 2.5 3.1 2.1 2.6 2.1 2.6 2.1 2.6

Relative Brightness 18.0 28.0 18.0 18.0 28.0 25.0 25.0 25.0 25-6.3 6.3-0.7 9.8-2.4 4.3 6.3 9.8 6.3 9.8 4.4 6.9 4.4 6.8 4.4 6.8

Actual fi eld of view 6.0° 6.3° 4.6° 5.5° 6.5° 6.5° 8.2° 9.3° 5.0°-3.4° 3.2°-1.9° 4.5°-2.9° 4.5° 5.5° 6° 6.5° 6.2° 5.0° 6.4° 5.1° 6.3° 5.1° 6.3°

Field of viewat 1000m (m)

105 110 80 96 114 114 143 162 87-59 56-33 79-51 79 91 105 114 108 97 112 89 110 89 110

Apparent Angle of View

60.0° 50.4° 55.2° 55.0° 52.0° 65.0° 65.6° 65.1° 40.0°-54.4° 32.0°-57.0° 36.0°-46.4° 54.0° 52.0 48.0° 65° 49.5° 50.0° 51.2° 51° 50.4 50.0° 49.6°

Near Focus Distance (m) 3 3 4 4 4 6 4 3 10 5 5 3.5 2.5 2.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 2.2 3 3 3 3

Eye relief (mm) 15 18 18 18 18 12 12 12 10-12 15-8 15-12 16 15 16.5 12 15 11 11 10 12 9.5 11.5

Adjustable Eyepiece

Dioptric Correction >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 1m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹ >± 2m¹

Eye interval adjustment range (mm)

60-70 60-70 60-70 60-70 58-70 35-73 60-70 37-72 37-72

Weight in g 660 650 910 785 780 855 710 650 790 315 315 280 280 280 270 260 170 170 215 215 185 185

W (mm) 129 129 192 187 187 191 182 180 182 114 114 114 114 114 114 114 107 107 107 107 106 106

H (mm) 145 145 163 130 130 178 139 119 152 111 111 98 98 98 115 115 82 82 88 88 88 88

D (mm) 53 53 62 57 57 63 58 58 58 48 48 48 48 48 45 45 41 41 38 38 38 38

Type Roof Porro Porro Porro Roof Porro Roof Roof

BaK-4

Fully multi-coated*

Multi-coated*

Fully-coated*

UV protection

Waterproof

Zoom

Wide

Rubberized coating

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BINOCULARS | COLLECTION 2012 LEISURE | NATURE

DPS I SERIESFOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS

n Wide-angle fi eld of view for fast moving subjectsn Rugged, high-quality fi nish with sure-grip rubber coatingn Perfect view in low light conditions

10x50 DPS I

30 % wider view

7x35 DPS I

8x40 DPS I

LEISURE | NATURE

ZOOM DPS I SERIESFOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS

n 8-16x powerful zooming capabilityn Rugged, high-quality fi nish with sure-grip rubber coatingn UV protection

8-16x40 ZOOM DPS I

Up to 16x zoom

PC I SERIES FOR SIGHT-SEEING AND SPECTATOR SPORTS FANS

LEISURE | URBAN

n Compact, lightweight design for hassle-free portabilityn Multi-coated lens for maximum image brightness and contrastn High quality optics & UV protection

8x25 PC I

12x25 PC I

10x25 PC I

ZOOM PC I SERIES FOR SIGHT-SEEING AND SPECTATOR SPORTS FANS

LEISURE | URBAN

10-30x25 Zoom PC I

Up to 30x magnifi cation

n Powerful zooming capabilityn Compact, lightweight design for hassle-free portabilityn Multi-coated lens for maximum image brightness and contrast

8-16x25 Zoom PC I

WP II SERIES FOR OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS

LEISURE | SPORTS

8x25 WP IIDeep Purple

Forest Green

n Nitrogen-fi lled body for waterproof/fogproof/dirtproof performancen Compact & lightweightn Stylish outdoor design & attractive colour variationsn High quality BaK-4 prisms for bright, crisp images

10x25 WP II Black

DPC I SERIES FOR SPORTS AND ADVENTURE TOURS

LEISURE | SPORTS

8x21 DPC ISilver

Steel Blue

n All-round binoculars for easy handling in all situationsn Feather light and compact for easy transportation

10x21 DPC ISilver

RC II SERIESFOR DESIGN AND FUN ORIENTATED SPECTATORS

LEISURE | CULTURE

8x21 RC IIMagenta

Pearl WhiteChampagne Gold

n Pocketsize binoculars for easy handling & every day usen Fashionable design and colour variationsn Anti-refl ective lens coating for reduction of glare

10x21 RC II Black

RC II WP SERIESFOR ADVENTUROUS PEOPLE

LEISURE | CULTURE

8x21 RC II WPMagenta

State Blue Olive Green

n Waterproof & ultra compactn Universal usage for in- and outdoor activitiesn Stylish outdoor design & attractive colour variations

10x21 RC II WPDark Green

EXPS I SERIES FOR AMBITIOUS NATURE ENTHUSIASTS AND GLOBETROTTERS

PROFESSIONAL | NATURE

12x50 EXPS I

10x42 EXPS I

n Perfect view in low light conditionsn Fully multi-coated lenses for maximum image

brightness and contrastn High index BaK-4 prism for bright, crisp,

edge-to-edge imagesn Non-slip rubberized coating and grips for a sure hold

8x42 EXPS IWaterproof binoculars can be

submerged to a depth of 1 metre for up to 5 minutes

EXWP I SERIES FOR WATER AND EXTREME ENTHUSIASTS

PROFESSIONAL | EXTREME

10x42 EXWP I

n Nitrogen-fi lled body for waterproof / fogproof / dirtproof performancen Perfect view in low light conditionsn Fully multi-coated lenses for maximum image brightness and contrastn High index BaK-4 prisms for bright, crisp, edge-to-edge images

8x42 EXWP I

OLYMPUS offers a wide range of binoculars suitable for a whole variety of activities. From elegant pocketsize binoculars for cultural events to stylish, waterproof binoculars for outdoor fans all the way up to professional binoculars for ambitious nature enthusiasts.

Before purchasing binoculars it‘s important to choose the main activity they will be used for. The recommended use icons used through-out this brochure should help with fi nding the right binoculars.

For further help there is the specifi cation table where easy comparisons can be made on magnifi cation, fi eld of view, exit pupil, ease of use (size, weight, feel), suitability for wearers of glasses & design.

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