10Apr/105
Pentax 62216 Papilio 8.5×21 Porro Prism Binocular
- No other binoculars like them on the market!
- Ideally suited for viewing insects, birds, artwork or any other object at close ranges
- C.L.O.S.E. (Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering) allows them to focus down to 1.6 feet
- Tough rubber covered exterior provides a sure grip and protects the internal mechanisms
- Revolutionary dual-axis, single body housing with synchronized eye-piece adjustment to assure correct optical alignment for comfortable viewing
Product Description
Named for the Latin word for butterfly, PENTAX Papilio 8.5x21 binoculars are the perfect choice for insect observation in the field and in museums and galleries. The enhanced observation capability of the Papilio binoculars is made possible by a PENTAX Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering (CLOSE) mechanism. The CLOSE mechanism automatically slides the left and right objective lenses toward the center when the focus is fixed at a short distance. Revolutio... More >>
April 10th, 2010 - 01:56
I bought this as a gift for a nature lover. She loves it. I recommend this product.
Rating: 4 / 5
April 10th, 2010 - 03:23
I was very happy with this item. I wanted a pair of binoculars primarily to better see some of the birds around our house. The close up focus is an unexpected but welcome addition to a pair of binoculars. I couldn’t be happier with this item. It seems very well constructed. The only criticism I have is I could find no description of the lens material or coating on the instructions or specifications provided with these binoculars, so comparison with other brands is a bit more difficults.
Rating: 5 / 5
April 10th, 2010 - 03:32
Read all the rave reviews and bought. They’re beautiful and well-made, light and feel good. So why do I feel stupid? Because, for the life of me, I can’t read the instructions and, therefore, can’t make them work. Does anyone have a “How to use your Papilios for Dummies?
Thanks!
Rating: 4 / 5
April 10th, 2010 - 04:49
Mi mamá es entomologa y los compré para ella… mas que usarlos podría decir que los ha disfrutado…! la imagen es excelente y han sido muy utiles para ella..!! Los recomiendo mucho!
Rating: 5 / 5
April 10th, 2010 - 06:50
I decided on these binoculars because of the rave reviews they received. And to be fair, they are very good for closeup viewing, as they do focus at about 1.5 feet! So, I was very satified with that. However, if you are looking for an all-purpose viewing binocular, I would not recommend them. At a viewing distant of say, 15-20 feet and beyond the viewing becomes blurry and distorted. Back on the plus side, they are lightweight, and easy to use. Bottom line: 5 star rating for close-up viewing and maybe a 3-star rating for distance.
Rating: 4 / 5