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Nikon 8-24x25 Travelite V Zoom Binocular | 
| Brand: Nikon
List Price: $244.95
Buy New: $139.94
You Save: $105.01 (43%)
New (15) Used (1) from $139.94
Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 7290
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
Dimensions (in): 5 x 4.6 x 3
MPN: 7512
Model: 7512
UPC: 018208075126
EAN: 0018208075126
ASIN: B000BJRI1Y
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Advanced zoom control quickly goes from 8x to 24x magnification | | • | Multicoated optics | | • | BaK4 high-index prisms | | • | Compact rubber-coated design for easy grip | | • | Quick central focusing |
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Product Description
Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality.PRODUCT FEATURES:Advanced zoom control quickly goes from 8x to 24x magnification;Advanced ergonomics;Quick central focusing;Compact rubber-coated design for easy grip;Multicoated optics;BaK4 high index prisms;Aspherical lenses eliminate virtually all distortion.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 4 more reviews...
 Who's afraid of the big bad zoom? December 31, 2005
Mark R. Wietstock
112 out of 112 found this review helpful
If you like the idea of relatively inexpensive, lightweight, compact zoom binoculars, then look no further. I just got my pair of Nikon Travelite V Zoom (8-24 x 25 CF) nocs, and I already LOVE them.
Don't let the bird watching crowd talk you out of getting a pair of zoom binoculars, folks. When binocular nuts say that zoom nocs "don't perform well," and try to discourage others from buying them, what they really mean is that most people don't know what to expect when they get their hands on a pair of zooms, and are sometimes unpleasantly surprised to find out they don't work exactly like their favorite fixed magnification nocs.
As with all optical tools, zoom nocs are best for certain kinds of uses, and not so good for others. Specifically, at the bottom end of their range, they "see" the same as any fixed mag nocs with the same focal dimensions and optic quality. However, as you increase the zoom, three things happen: 1) your field of view gets smaller; 2) the visible light coming through the nocs lessens, or, the image gets a little bit "darker," and 3) it becomes more difficult to keep the nocs fixed on your target.
Now obviously, if you are attempting to watch something like a small bird in flight, and perhaps even adjust the zoom while trying to keep the nocs focused on your subject at the same time, you will be VERY frustrated with the "performance" of these or ANY zoom binoculars. That isn't because the nocs aren't doing their job ... it's because you're using the wrong kind of optical tool for the task at hand!
If, on the other hand, you are looking at a well-lighted subject that is stationary, or not moving around too much, and you just want to get a little closer look at it, you will be absolutely thrilled with what you get from these nocs.
Nikon's optics are crystal clear and first rate for the modest price. The zoom mechanism is simple, smooth and cool. To "zoom in" you simply turn the zoom ring located on the right eyepiece clockwise, and then back the other way to "zoom out." The diopter (that's the adjuster that compensates for focal differences between the right and left eyes of individual users) is located on the left eyepiece. The nocs are solidly constructed, with a nice "tight" feel on all the moving parts, and a black rubber armor covering most of the exterior, for a good grip. They're very lightweight, fit in your hands like a glove, and come with a neck strap, eyepiece caps, and a custom-fitted, black nylon mesh carrying case with a belt loop on the back.
Finally, if you have any difficulty holding the nocs steady at their maximum magification (and most people will), FEAR NOT! Think about getting an adjustable monopod to rest the nocs on while you look through them, e.g., the PoleCat "Explorer" by Stoney Point, with their optional binocular rest. This monopod can be adjusted to hold your nocs steady for you, whether you're standing or sitting. It doubles as a walking stick, and has a standard screw mount on the top for use with cameras, camcorders, etc. I've now gotten and used this little "extra" myself, and it has vastly enhanced my enjoyment of the nocs, especially at the higher magnifications.
I personally think the negative press on zoom nocs is nonsense. Just satisfy yourself that zoom nocs are ok for your intended use(s), and then learn how to use them the right way. I took a chance and bought the Nikon Travelite V zoom nocs, sight unseen, and I'm glad I did. These are GREAT compact binoculars for the price.
Great Little Specs February 11, 2006
A. Mandeville (Connecticut)
24 out of 26 found this review helpful
Ordered these for my wife and found them to be so nice I have been stealing them for myself...We use them on vacation and hiking trips...even at a concert recently...very nice and easy to use...only downside was they do not come with lense caps for both ends...just for the eye piece nothing for the lense opening...
Nikon Travelite Zoom Binoculars June 12, 2007
R. Perloff (NH USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Nikon 8-24x25 Travelite V Zoom Binocular
Excellent binoculars with very easy to use Zoom feature which I love. Great for bird watching. The zoom is great for watching stationary objects but not so good for tracking a bird in flight. No problem, as it's very easy to switch from zoom to regular viewing.
The only problem is they only come with caps for the eye pieces--and those don't even fit.
Otherwise I'd highly recommend this item.
Love these binoculars! November 3, 2006
Lisa R. Bradley (Atlanta, GA USA)
6 out of 11 found this review helpful
Binoculars work great and are lightweight and easy to carry around in my purse.
 Broke on first use and poor warranty August 28, 2007
Timothy J. Hampton (Springfield, MO)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
I bought these binoculars for my wife for an Alaska vacation. She loved them however on the last day a large spec appeared inside the binoculars. It looked like a chunk of black paper. I returned it for repair (25 year warranty) and had to pay shipping. They said it was misaligned and charged me $10 to repair and $10 to ship it back. They never even mentioned the spec in the lense. I am still waiting on them to return them to me. I will not buy a Nikon product again because they did not stand behind their product.
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