PENTAX is pleased to announce the DCF ED series of roof-prism binoculars. As PENTAX's premium binoculars, these models are equipped with extra-low dispersion (ED) glass for the highest level of optical performance in their class.

Major Features

1. First PENTAX binoculars to feature ED glass
The DCF ED binoculars are the first PENTAX binoculars to use ED glass, which nearly eliminates chromatic aberration. By utilizing ED glass in the objective lens, these binoculars can deliver extremely well-defined, vivid images.

2. Bright, clear field of view
Full multi-layer optical coatings that greatly increase the amount of transmitted light are applied to all transmissive lens and prism surfaces. Super-reflective coatings, that reflect more than 99 percent of the incident light, are applied to auxiliary prisms, and phase-correcting coatings that enhance resolution and contrast are applied to prism roof faces. Together, these three types of coatings provide a bright, clear field of view.

3. Hybrid aspherical lenses
The hybrid (glass and plastic) aspherical eyepiece lenses offer exceptional image performance with sharp image formation from the centre of the field of view to the edges.

4. Superb impact resistance
The body is made from magnesium, which adds toughness while keeping the binoculars light. In addition, the exterior rubber coating provides the binoculars with superb resistance to shocks and impacts.

5. Waterproofed for washing
The binoculars can be used in all weather conditions by virtue of the waterproof construction (JIS Class 6 equivalent, water resistant to a depth of 1 meter) that permits all parts of the binoculars to be washed in water. Note: The binoculars cannot be used underwater.

6. Hard-coated lenses for scratch resistance
The hard coating on the objective lenses and eyepiece lenses make them much more resistant to scratching and marking.

7. Inner-focus optical system design
These binoculars feature an inner-focusing optical system. Inner focusing allows for a more compact body design because inner lens elements move to adjust the focus without extending the objective lens.

8. Other features
(1) Nitrogen-filled to prevent internal lens fogging due to temperature differentials
(2) Long eye relief design for comfortable viewing for long periods and easier viewing when wearing glasses
(3) Short minimum focusing distance for easy observation of nearby subjects
(4) Locking diopter adjuster guards against accidentally moving the diopter setting
(5) Helicoid four-stop eyepiece rings that permit fine adjustment for maximum viewing comfort