Pentax 62216 Papilio 8.5x21 Porro Prism Binocular by Pentax
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Digital camera reviews of Pentax 62216 Papilio 8.5x21 Porro Prism Binocular
Digital camera Review: Entomologist's Delight
Summary: 5 Stars
No doubt there are high dollar binoculars that excell over the Papilio in the ordinary capacity of long distance viewing. No doubt being absolutely waterproof is important for some. But still, these optics are superb for the price; the focus is fine and precise; and If ordinary care to protect them from foul weather and water is of no issue, the Papilio does something few, if any other binoculars can--focus down to an amazing 18"! What a phenominal ability! To be able to gaze the "close-scape" without having to have your nose to a magnifying glass, hovering inches over the subject, is liberating. Whole new, near vistas are revealed from a comfortable distance. They are perfect for insect viewing. Minerals can be examined in the field as with a geologist's loupe, but at arm's length. In this capacity, viewing stationary objects, or things not rapidly flitting about, I feel that 8x power is a boon over Pentax's sister, 6x, offering. They also work great for finding tiny pills dropped on the kitchen floor or small springs that have jumped away in the shop, without having to crawl around on hands and knees. A caution, however: Don't train them on your carpet without first having given it a through vacuuming! For the ability to get close to your subject, scoping out bugs and lizards and rocks and such (as well as for usual viewing of critters at a distance) these are unmatched, and wonderful.Digital camera Review: Excelente
Summary: 5 Stars
Mi mamá es entomologa y los compré para ella... mas que usarlos podría decir que los ha disfrutado...! la imagen es excelente y han sido muy utiles para ella..!! Los recomiendo mucho!Digital camera Review: Good choice
Summary: 5 Stars
I needed a light weight small size binocular for bird and concert viewing and these worked for me. I was also amazed to be able to see tiny insects on flowers that were not really visible without using the binoculars. I read many reviews on Amazon before purchasing these and am very happy with my purchase.Digital camera Review: Good closeup---not so good distant viewing
Summary: 4 Stars
I decided on these binoculars because of the rave reviews they received. And to be fair, they are very good for closeup viewing, as they do focus at about 1.5 feet! So, I was very satified with that. However, if you are looking for an all-purpose viewing binocular, I would not recommend them. At a viewing distant of say, 15-20 feet and beyond the viewing becomes blurry and distorted. Back on the plus side, they are lightweight, and easy to use. Bottom line: 5 star rating for close-up viewing and maybe a 3-star rating for distance.Digital camera Review: Great binoculars
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband and I love these binoculars. The optics are crystal clear, focusing is sharp near and far. Nice adapters for use with glasses.