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| This 8x Bushnell roof prism binocular sets a new standard for image quality at this sensibly-low price point. Images are more than acceptably bright and sharp. Chromatic aberration is comfortably under control. There are modest amounts of field curvature, barrel distortion, and astigmatism present if you look for them – but are all at low levels and are generally unobtrusive during use. While falling a trifle short of the optical performance of premium binoculars four and five times its very modest price, the Natureview Plus provides an image that was simply unobtainable at anything close to this price point only a few short years ago. You simply get more optical performance out of it than you might reasonably expect for so little money. In a word, this Bushnell is a great value. Ooops, that’s two words . . . but you probably get the idea. Features of this binocular . . . H-body roof prism with internal center focus. Rugged die-cast body with black rubber armoring to protect the binocular from accidental bumps. The armor has ribbed gripping surfaces to provide a secure and comfortable grip in all temperatures and climates. Fully multicoated optics for high light transmission. Costly BaK-4 roof prisms precision-polished for high contrast as well as high light transmission. O-ring sealed to be waterproof and fogproof in all weather extremes. The Natureview Plus has 13mm of eye relief, so there will be some image vignetting for those who must wear eyeglasses when observing. The rubber-rimmed eyecups twist up and down for quick changes between eyeglass wearer and non-eyeglass wearer use. Only one and one-fourth turn of the comfortably-large ribbed focus knob moves from a good 10’ near focus to infinity. A tripod adapter socket is built into the center hinge to allow the binocular to be mounted on a photo tripod for hands-free observing. The Natureview Plus comes with an eyepiece rainguard, objective lens covers, a padded soft case with shoulder strap, and a binocular neck strap. The neck strap is on the narrow side. Despite the binocular’s light weight (only 23 ounces), a wider neck strap like the one recommended below would make a useful optional addition for extended carrying comfort.
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Astronomics / Christophers, Ltd.
680 S.W. 24th Ave.
Norman, OK, 73069
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