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Nikon Aculon A211 Binoculars Review
We are always in search of binoculars which are fully loaded with features as well as economical. Very few binoculars are actually built as per user’s needs and out of them only a few have a reasonable price tag attached to them. The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars are one such example.
The bifocals are loaded with some exciting features and are quite reasonable. The lorgnette can be used for multiple purposes like birdwatching, hunting, outdoor activities like trekking, jungle safaris etc.
The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars are high performance binoculars made to satisfy the users. The field glasses are handy and with a black colored housing look stunning. It has features which cannot be neglected, namely,
Powerful Optics
The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars have a zooming capacity or magnification power of 8x which means that a user can view objects 8 times closer than it actually appears to the naked eye. The binoculars have a wide angle objective lens of a 42 mm diameter which are multi-coated for better light transmission and superior brightness.
The coating provides better viewing to users. The pince-nez are equipped with anti reflective glasses which provide a good quality precise viewing.
Design
The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars are designed keeping in mind the optical technicality. They are made according to the laws of physics for a better use. The binoculars have ergonomically designed aspherical objective lenses which provide a wider and clear view of objects.
The design of these bifocals is handy as well as user friendly which provides eye relief along with good quality images. The black color gives a classic and stylish touch to the binoculars. The pince-nez are covered with black colored rubber armoring for superior grip.
Rubber Armoring
The ergonomically crafted and created 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars come with rubber armoring. The rubber armoring primarily serves the purpose of providing the user with a comfortable and non- slip firm grip. With the rubber armoring, chance of binoculars from getting slipped, becomes almost negligible.
The rubber armor also absorbs shocks and helps in image stabilization. The well designed rubber armor provides comfortable maneuvering even with hand gloves on. The rubber armor also prevents the lenses from getting any scratches.
Adjustability
The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars are designed and made with user’s comfort in mind. The more versatile the binocular, the better it is for a user. The lorgnette can be adjusted according to the users eyes.
The eye cups of these binoculars can be turned and slid upwards whenever required to be used with eyeglasses on. This enables the users to make use of the binoculars even when they are wearing sun/ eye glasses.
The optical devices, also have a centre focus wheel which is used for manual focusing.
Good Quality
The 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars come with a 25 years lifetime warranty. The binoculars are made under quality control and excellent workmanship. The lens of the binoculars is also eco-friendly as they are free from lead and arsenic which is present is almost every binocular.
The ergonomically designed binoculars gives a far superior view compared to others’. Also, these bifocals are light weight and only weigh around 27 ounces. The binoculars come along with a neck strap, carrying case and a 25 years lifetime warranty.
Pros
- High resolution powerful optics.
- Lead and arsenic free, anti- reflective glass coating.
- Rubber armoring.
- Mathematically precise design.
- Adjustable eye cups.
Cons
- Cannot be mounted upon a tripod.
- No auto focus.
- Only used for daytime viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are these pince-nez waterproof?
A: No, the binoculars are not waterproof.
Q: Which prism is used in these binoculars?
A: The binoculars are equipped with Bak-4 porro prisms which are of the best quality.
Q: What is the field of view of the bifocals?
A: The field of view of 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars is 420 feet at 1000 yards.
Final Verdict
The black colored stylish and efficiently designed 8245 ACULON A211 8×42 binoculars are the best of the lot available in the market. The lorgnette are equipped with high quality features which give a satisfying and delightful experience. The binoculars are reasonable and only cost around $75 on Amazon.
They have a good field of view and are assembled with BaK-4 porro prisms which enhance the quality of images. Although they are not water and fog proof but on the whole they are a decent pair of binoculars.
