Pentax UP 8-16x21 Black Binoculars (Black) Fully-multi coating Zoom Tripod socket provide
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Brand | Pentax |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Special Feature | Portable |
Objective Lens Diameter | 21 Millimeters |
Magnification Maximum | 16 |
About this item
- Fully-multi-coated optics assure maximum light transmission resulting in high quality viewing. Every surface of every element is fully coated minimizing internal glare and flare and giving a bright clear view.
- Unique Uni-body design enhances durability by locking objective lenses in a single housing and synchronizing the eyepiece movement. This minimizes moving parts and assures these binoculars will function properly and clearly for years to come.
- Aspherical lens elements, which are critical in compact binoculars, provide exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness. This assures that items on the edge of your field of view are just as sharp as those in the center.
- The UP models are offered in unique, attractive color options that match your personal style.
- Case and strap is included in the box
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Light weight | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.3 | — | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.3 | — | 4.6 |
Easy to use | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.6 | — | 4.7 |
Picture quality | — | 4.2 | — | 4.4 | — | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Rodcirant | SNK Official Store | Sogries | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
focus type | Center Focus | 🔥Best Seller | Center Focus | — | — | — |
lens coating | Fully Coated | — | Multi-layer | Anti-Reflective | Fully Multi-Coated | Multilayer-coated |
objective lens diameter | 21 millimeters | 30 millimeters | — | 50 millimeters | 21 millimeters | 30 millimeters |
binocular prism | Porro Prism | — | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Roof Prism |
zoom ratio | — | — | 8.5 multiplier x | 30x | — | 8 multiplier x |
material | Synthetic | Rubber | Rubber | Rubber | — | Polycarbonate (PC), Rubber |
water resistance | waterproof | waterproof | waterproof | waterproof | waterproof | waterproof |
From the manufacturer
Equipped with 8-16 zoom
Even equipped with 8-16 zoom, this binoculars is compact and light-weight, which is suitable in various situations
Fully multi coating
Fully-multi-coated optics assure maximum light transmission resulting in high quality viewing. Every surface of every element is fully coated minimizing internal glare and flare and giving a bright clear view.
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Product Dimensions | 4.37 x 2.1 x 4.37 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.17 ounces |
ASIN | B00SKO454U |
Item model number | UP 8-16x21 Black |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #563 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #267 in Binoculars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 30, 2015 |
Department | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | Pentax |
Country of Origin | China |
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PENTAX quality and clarity are within reach, at a price that’s within reach, too. These compact porro-prism models feature a dual-axis, single body design with synchronized eyepiece adjustment. Aspherical lens elements give you edge-to-edge sharpness. Clear images and clearly affordable.
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Customers like the quality, size, portability, clarity, and brightness of the binoculars. For example, they mention it's well-designed, perfect for backpacking, and produces a very clear and sharp view. That said, some complain about the brightness.
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Customers like the quality of the binoculars. They say they are decent quality, well designed, and excellent. Some customers also say that they are the best binos they have ever had. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of these compact binoculas.
"These definitely feel like a very substantial, well built set of binoculars as you hold them in the hand...." Read more
"...Good features:Decent strap, excellent carrying case with belt loop, easy setup, retractable diopter knob, simple eyecup adjustments,..." Read more
"...There's also a quality factor that you won't experience in the budget binocs. Read all the reviews, all points are covered well...." Read more
"...Quality seems to be good and the focus and zoom work well but just not my cup of tea...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the binoculars. They mention that the size is compact, lightweight, and portable. Some say that the bins are small but have very good power. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and performance of these compact binos.
"...And you can see how they fold to a more compact size. Note the tripod socket on the bottom...." Read more
"...smooth focusing & zoom dials, clear & bright at any zoom setting, small, extremely light at 12oz.Not so good features:..." Read more
"...These are really light and small but pack a nice punch!" Read more
"...Fits well in the console and very handy for those quick sightings so often encountered.Clear, easily focused, and light to handle...." Read more
Customers find the binoculars easy to carry and use. They say it's perfect for backpacking, with a vast range for close up to farther away. Customers also mention that the bins are light to handle and good for multipurpose use.
"...Good features:Decent strap, excellent carrying case with belt loop, easy setup, retractable diopter knob, simple eyecup adjustments,..." Read more
"...Read all the reviews, all points are covered well. These are really light and small but pack a nice punch!" Read more
"...Handy but the field of view is narrow compared to many similar fixed focus binoculars, particularly at 8x...." Read more
"It’s perfect for backpacking being lightweight with a vast range for close up to farther away and more..." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the binoculars. They mention that the image is super clear, the clarity is perfect, and the image was extremely bright and clear. Some say that the field of view is great and that the scope doesn't get dim when they zoom in. Overall, most are happy with the clarity and performance of these binos.
"...Considering how compact these little guys are the deliver and amazing picture and performance on par with much more expensive models...." Read more
"...Clear, easily focused, and light to handle.Has been a good value." Read more
"...The field of view is great, and the scope doesn't get dim when you zoom in. Which I've had in other products...." Read more
"The 8x view is much better than an old 10x pair I have. When you zoom to 16x it is still clear at about 1000 yards...." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the binoculars. They say that it is compact and light, with an interesting zoom feature. They also say that the zoom works great, and the focusing and zoom dials are smooth and accurate. Customers also appreciate the vast range for close up and farther away viewing, and mention that the product has excellent sharpness.
"...The image from these was definitely brighter and more true to color than the Nikon's and totally blew away the TASCO. The TASCO is going back...." Read more
"...diopter knob, simple eyecup adjustments, super smooth focusing & zoom dials, clear & bright at any zoom setting, small, extremely light at 12oz...." Read more
"...] It’s perfect for backpacking being lightweight with a vast range for close up to farther away and more light...." Read more
"...The field of view is great, and the scope doesn't get dim when you zoom in. Which I've had in other products...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the binoculars. They say that it is a perfect balance between price and quality, with a zoom feature. Customers also say that the product is able to offer a premium feel for the price.
"...In conclusion, Money well spent. I'm very pleased with this purchase and will definitely look to RICOH/PENTAX in the future for my optical needs." Read more
"...Clear, easily focused, and light to handle.Has been a good value." Read more
"These compact binoculars are the perfect balance between price and quality...." Read more
"...Definitely worth the money." Read more
Customers like the performance of the binoculars. They say that they work well enough in daylight and at dusk, are compact, easy to use, and effective. Some customers are thrilled with the results and say that the bins do an amazing job.
"...bright and clear or even at maximum magnification and the nocs do an amazing job...." Read more
"work great, zoom feature a plus" Read more
"...They seem to work well enough for me in daylight and at dusk. I'm pleased with them!" Read more
"New out of the box, my pair is defective. The right eye lens does not focus; turn the adjuster and the lens just stays in place...." Read more
Customers find the binoculars easy to use and setup. They also appreciate the durable, convenient, and clean design.
"...The dials are precise and very easy to operate. They are very well balanced and easy to steady. A high quality build...." Read more
"...Decent strap, excellent carrying case with belt loop, easy setup, retractable diopter knob, simple eyecup adjustments, super smooth focusing & zoom..." Read more
"Excellent Binoculars. Easy to setup and excellent quality optics...." Read more
"...It is a very efficient and easy to use process. Once UPS had my defective unit in hand, Amazon sent a credit back notice to me...." Read more
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I’ve always loved and appreciated Pentax lenses from the early days of SLR photography. The K 1000 was a landmark camera that many pros at the time used before everyone became Canikons. The lenses in these binoculars are no less impressive and even though they are not ED coated they perform as if they were. And I’ve always liked this style of inverse porro prism compact binoculars that Pentax seems to have pioneered.
I have owned four pairs of these style. And they must be popular because they keep getting stolen and in one case, there’s a pair somewhere at the base of Mt. Annapurna in Nepal.
The image is extremely bright and clear or even at maximum magnification and the nocs do an amazing job. Virtually no issues with blackout at all, even wearing glasses these binoculars have sufficient eye relief. Not only did the binoculars have fantastic major features but many fine little touches such as :
Recessed strap holding mechanism.
And extendable fine tuning knobs that hides away so you want to just it accidentally.
Larger than usual diopter adjustment for people who have different eye focal lengths.
Grippy rubberized exterior “armor”
Hooded and recessed objective lenses to protect them.
Notched scale for eyepiece distance adjustment, so you can get them back to your sweet spot if somebody else borrows them.
Rotating eyecup up adjustment.
Tripod socket.
You just meant wheels are very smooth but not loose so they won’t change accidentally. Considering how compact these little guys are the deliver and amazing picture and performance on par with much more expensive models.
I don’t think these are made anymore as I bought mine used to replace so much beloved pair gone missing, but if you ever get a chance to grab some of these it is totally worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2019
I’ve always loved and appreciated Pentax lenses from the early days of SLR photography. The K 1000 was a landmark camera that many pros at the time used before everyone became Canikons. The lenses in these binoculars are no less impressive and even though they are not ED coated they perform as if they were. And I’ve always liked this style of inverse porro prism compact binoculars that Pentax seems to have pioneered.
I have owned four pairs of these style. And they must be popular because they keep getting stolen and in one case, there’s a pair somewhere at the base of Mt. Annapurna in Nepal.
The image is extremely bright and clear or even at maximum magnification and the nocs do an amazing job. Virtually no issues with blackout at all, even wearing glasses these binoculars have sufficient eye relief. Not only did the binoculars have fantastic major features but many fine little touches such as :
Recessed strap holding mechanism.
And extendable fine tuning knobs that hides away so you want to just it accidentally.
Larger than usual diopter adjustment for people who have different eye focal lengths.
Grippy rubberized exterior “armor”
Hooded and recessed objective lenses to protect them.
Notched scale for eyepiece distance adjustment, so you can get them back to your sweet spot if somebody else borrows them.
Rotating eyecup up adjustment.
Tripod socket.
You just meant wheels are very smooth but not loose so they won’t change accidentally. Considering how compact these little guys are the deliver and amazing picture and performance on par with much more expensive models.
I don’t think these are made anymore as I bought mine used to replace so much beloved pair gone missing, but if you ever get a chance to grab some of these it is totally worth it.
Also, the zoom dial is in a more appropriate and ergonomic location as compared to other brands. You don't have to lose your view while fumbling with zoom on these. It's right up on top and falls naturally under the fingers right behind the focus wheel and has a short and smooth sweep to it. Other manufacturers put the zoom down under, usually on the right side where it is very awkward to control without adjusting your grip and creating a viewing disadvantage.
The diopter adjustment is right behind the zoom and pops out with a push. Once adjusted, just pop it in where it's out of the way and forget about it. It's a very nice feature. All dials are lined up with easy access. Kudos to the engineers!
Despite the 21mm objective, the zoom on these allow more light transmission than other zoom binoculars with larger objective lenses that I've owned over the years. Mostly TASCO and Bushnell.
Just for image comparison, I focused these, a pair of fixed power Nikon Aculon T01 8x21mm, and a pair of TASCO 8-24x25mm on my 75" HD TV in a dark room from approximately 15" away. The image from these was definitely brighter and more true to color than the Nikon's and totally blew away the TASCO. The TASCO is going back. What rubbish!
Another very nice feature is actually the strap which has a unique quick release system that consists of metal pins that attach with a push, slide and click. Just push the release button, slide the strap end forward and lift to release. This is a much better system than those cheap plastic snap connectors with a cord loop on other brands. When the strap is removed, there are no pigtails dangling about. It's a durable, convenient and clean design.
Overall, I would say that Ricoh/Pentax has employed engineers/designers that are actually educated to a high degree and institute a high level of common sense in thier designs. The design of this binocular is very well thought out. One of, if not the best I've seen.
As far as the aesthetics go, I think they look absolutely up to date, if not a bit futuristic. These are binoculars that would look right at home in James Bond's arsenal of gadgetry. No fancy rangefinder or laser guidance system, but they definitely have the look. Lol
My intended use for these is in dry conditions, so being waterproof is not a priority, but would nonetheless be a nice bonus feature. Oh well. What idiot submerges binoculars anyway? The strap is not only for carrying, it's a safety strap too! Use the strap. Don't drop them in a lake, stream, puddle, bathtub, sink or toilet! Don't put them in the washing machine or dishwasher either! I could go on and on...
As far as rain goes, I don't think it will be an issue unless you're in a monsoon, hurricane or similar. In those conditions, you should be running for cover, not looking through your binoculars.
In conclusion, Money well spent. I'm very pleased with this purchase and will definitely look to RICOH/PENTAX in the future for my optical needs.
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The inbuilt zoom is just perfect for taking a closer look at faraway birds and wildlife. Fair warning: at 16x minor hand vibrations are also magnified so you need a steady grip.
All in all, an excellent purchase, well worth the price