PENTAX Papilio III 6.5x21WR Black, 50cm Close-up to Infinity
PENTAX Papilio III 6.5x21WR Black, 50cm Close-up to Infinity Focus, Weather-Resistant Body, New HD Coating, Suitable for observing Tiny Objects, for Travel, Hiking, Concerts, Sports, Stargazing
- Papilio III WR offers not only distant viewing but also a fresh viewing experience with the ability to observe subjects up close from a minimum focusing distance of 50 centimeters
- Weather-resistant construction makes it possible to use in the fog or light rain and at locations prone to water splashes
- Anti-stain coating helps to protect the eyepieces from dirt
- High-performance HD (High Definition) coating assures higher transmittance with less reflection, delivering extra-clear, higher-contrast images
- Fully multi coated optics provide a bright and clear view for incredible detail
- High Quality BaK4 Prism with an excellent refractive index provides bright and clear images throughout the entire field of view, and true to life color reproduction
- Versatile Binoculars for a Wide Range of Situations: Specifically developed to view the details of small objects up close, these compact binoculars are also ideal to take with you for your favorite activities such as stargazing, concerts, sporting events, travel and hiking
- Diopter adjustment allows the adjustment of the left and right lenses independently, while the long eye relief allows you to use the binoculars comfortably, even when wearing glasses
- Protective rubber casing assures better holding comfort and superior impact resistance
The PENTAX Papilio III WR binoculars are designed to provide vivid, detailed, and true-to-life images. This compact, portable model elevates close-range observations, making them ideal for everything from intricate museum exhibits and theatrical performances to dynamic birdwatching and sporting events. Powered by the PENTAX-original convergence correction mechanism, this latest Papilio-series model allows users to observe subjects from a minimum focusing distance of 50 centimeters. It features a dependable weather-resistant construction for use in the rain and at other locations prone to water splashes, allowing use in a variety of settings and in varying weather conditions.
| SKU: | B0FX21GSSJ |
| Weight: | 295 Grams |
| Dimensions: | 4.48"L x 4.33"W x 1.65"H |
| Brand: | Pentax |
| Model: | 62014 |
| Manufacture: | RICOH IMAGING COMPANY |
From the manufacturer
Papilio III WR – The first weather-resistant model in the popular Papilio series
For stargazing
While Papilio is renowned for close-range viewing, it’s also a great companion for outdoor stargazing. Equipped with essential technologies such as full multi-coating and aspherical lenses, the night sky comes alive with Papilio.
Compact, Light, and Unique
The best binocs are the ones you enjoy using—and have with you—when you need them.
Toward that end: compact and light are King and Queen—if only because it increases the likelihood that you’ll be willing to carry them around and use them in the first place.
The 21-25mm objective lens class of binoculars is where this “monarchy” resides. They are typically characterized by two no-frills tubes—each hinged to a focus bridge plate—that fold into a very compact package.
The Pentax Papilio binocs trade some compactness/lightness for additional features (see image). Weight difference: 243g (Alpen Wings ED 10×25) versus 293g (Pentax Papilio). The Alpen Wings binocs have metal tubes (premium feel) but a very plasticky feeling focus bridge plate. The Pentax Papilio binocs are injection-molded engineering plastic with a thin coating to give it a more premium rubberized feel. It is this thin coating that will likely wear out before anything else (such as the plastic gearing). Neither binocs are rugged or designed to be dropped (with the twist-up eye cups being particularly sensitive to damage).
The Pentax Papilio binocs offer four unique features compared to others in the 21-25mm class:
1. Single-hinged eyepieces (easier to collimate than typical double-hinged designs).
2. The ability to focus on objects that are very close.
3. 6.5x magnification (while most are 8x or 10x).
4. A tripod socket.
The smaller magnification and tripod socket clearly prioritize image stabilization and long viewing times over optical reach. My only gripe is that the latter is molded into the plastic chassis and not a metal insert. But no other binocs in this class even offer a tripod socket, so I’m not going to ding the implementation.
If you want the lightest and most compact binocs—go with a more traditional two-hinged design. If you’re willing to sacrifice a degree of lightness/compactness for the unique features the Pentax Papilio binocs offer, then you likely won’t be disappointed.