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Description of Zeiss Conquest HD

Zeiss Conquest HD binoculars are made in Germany, providing a state-of-the-art technology at affordable price. Very high price performance ratio makes this binocular approachable to every wildlife enthusiast. Beautifully designed, very elegant and modern armoring with lightweight compact provides incredibly comfortable setting, together with very big grippy focus wheel for quick and precise adjustments without too much fatiguing. Optically, Conquest HD provides dielectric HD lens system with Zeiss T* multi-coatings and phase correction of prisms. Images are very bright (90%+ light transmission rate) and lifelike, providing very colorful and contrast-rich resolution. Conquest HD provides stunning close focus ideal for macro observations of insects and wide field of view convenient when following small and fast moving objects. You can choose between compact, all-round and twilight specialist models.

Important Features

The Conquest HD series is exceptionally lightweight and has a slim and sleek compact design that is still enough robust for proper protection of the construction. High-quality aluminum alloy body provides a very lightweight setting that eases your portability and helps you to carry binoculars for extended periods of time. The very robust and durable armoring protects inner workings and prolongs the life of binoculars. The other most prominent feature is a good ergonomic design. Large focusing wheel helps with quick and precise focusing without fatiguing after long time in the wildlife, even with the gloves on. Conquest HD is fully waterproof with nitrogen gas housing that eliminates internal condensation due to temperature fluctuations and tightly sealed to prevent moisture and any other particles to enter the construction. These binoculars won’t even yield when submersed into water, so you can use them during harsh weather conditions and never have to worry. The lenses are also coated with special LotuTec that repels moisture, oil and dirt and making glass scratch-resistant since you don’t need to wipe it too much. Beautifully elegant design with black rubber armor that is very pleasant to touch and protects binoculars against impacts just waits to get around your neck.

Optical Properties

With this Conquest HD you get outstanding lifelike images. Special Zeiss T* multi-layer coatings provides incredible light gathering ability with light transmission rate of more than 90%. This ability helps you to observe in even the most challenging light conditions. Prisms are also phase corrected and dielectric coated that improves optical performance throughout the visual field. Conquest HD provides incredibly generous field of view, convenient especially for dynamic observations. You can easily follow smaller, fast moving animals, such as the birds. Stunning close focus also helps you with ideal macro observations of insects such as butterflies and other objects up close. Eyepieces of Conquest HD are multi-positioned with four click-stops that allows you to set proper eye-relief if you are wearing eye glasses.

Accessories

Water resistant Cordura case with Fastex latch and its own carry strap, a neoprene padded neck strap, rain-guards, objective lens covers and lens cleaning cloth.

Features of Conquest HD Binoculars

  • Multi-coated (T*)
  • Scratch-resistant, Hydrophobic Coatings (LotuTec)
  • Schmidt-Pechan Prism System
  • Phase Correction
  • Prism Coatings
  • Single-bridge Design
  • Aluminum Body
  • Smooth Rubber Armoring
  • Click-Stop Eyecups
  • Central Focus Wheel
  • Central Diopter
  • Comfort Focus
  • Waterproof and Fog-proof
  • Submersible

Accessories of Zeiss Conquest HD Binoculars

  • Neoprene Neck Strap
  • Rain-guards
  • Objective Lens Covers
  • Cordura Case
  • Lens Cleaning Cloth

Available models of Zeiss Conquest HD Binoculars

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Zeiss company offers 5 years of No-Fault Policy for Victory SF, Victory HT and Conquest HD binoculars. For these products Zeiss repairs or replaces damaged products, without charge, for the first five years of ownership. You should include the warranty card/ registration confirmation and/or receipt of purchase to determine the warranty period. 

You can learn more about our own warranty policy on the following link: https://www.optics-trade.eu/en/warranty-policy.html

No matter what happens to your binoculars, we will be here to help you.

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Compact binoculars are a versatile category of binoculars, a great choice for various outdoor activities. Even though they are not as small as pocket binoculars, they are considerably less bulky than 42mm objective lens binoculars. That makes binoculars suitable for sports, hiking, traveling, safari, camping, and even birdwatching and hunting.

The narrow objective lenses (28–36 mm in diameter) provide a small exit pupil, which is why observing in low-light conditions does not bear fruit – this type of binoculars are best used during the daytime. Binoculars easily fit into pockets of trousers or shirts and are very easy to hold in hands and carry around the neck.

There is no need to mount binoculars on a tripod because they are light – the shaking of hands isn't as noticeable as with bigger, heavier binoculars.

Features of Compact binoculars

  • binoculars are suitable for daytime observations

  • versatile

  • easy handling and carrying

  • easy to store

  • binoculars have a wider field of view

  • steady images

  • binoculars are not suitable for low-light conditions

The compact binoculars are great for

  • Hiking

  • Traveling

  • Camping

  • Sporting events

  • Bird watching

  • Hunting in the mountains

  • Safari

Binoculars for hiking

When you go hiking, you want your gear to be as light as possible. Carrying heavy equipment can be strenuous, especially if you plan to hike for a whole day or multiple days. In the mountains, where there are plenty of scenic viewpoints and interesting wildlife, having binoculars with you is a superb idea.

Compact binoculars are perfect for such occasions as they are light and small in size. They take up a small amount of space in a backpack.

On top of that, binoculars can be easily carried around the neck.

Binoculars for kids

Compact binoculars are a great gift for a child.

  • Firstly, children are fond of smaller binoculars because they do not weigh as much as standard binoculars.

  • Secondly, a short interpupillary distance can be set – children's faces are smaller than that of adults.

Only by setting a proper interpupillary distance can a child benefit from a full, clear image.

Binoculars for bird watching

Even though birdwatchers are fond of 42mm objective lens binoculars, they sometimes go for the compact ones as well – birdwatching takes place during the day, so the poor low light performance of compact binocular is not an issue.

Binoculars for hunting

As far as hunting is concerned, compact binoculars are mostly used for stalking in the mountains because they are extremely light.

They can easily be worn around the neck, making it easier to move in difficult terrain where having both hands free is incredibly beneficial.

They are not the best for the low light use, so 42mm and 56mm objective lens binoculars are much more popular among hunters.

Binoculars for sporting events

If you are a huge fan of a particular sport and like to watch live sporting events, consider buying a compact binocular.

When you are sitting or standing far away from the action, compact binocular will prove to be a worthy companion.

Binoculars for Safari

Many compact binoculars are of sand and grass colors which makes them blend with the surroundings better. Because they are light, carrying them around the neck is not a problem, even for longer periods of time.

For all these reasons, these types of binoculars are a great companion on safaris.

Compact binoculars vs 42mm Objective Lens Binoculars

Even though the 42mm objective lens binoculars are the most versatile ones, compact binoculars are advantageous in certain aspects. The most obvious advantages of compact binoculars are size and weight. Consequently, you can use them for longer periods of time.

The shaking of hands will not be as noticeable because your arms won't tire as quickly. Usually, this type of binoculars also provide a wider field of view. 42mm objective lens binoculars are considerably better in the dusk because of the wider exit pupil.

Compact vs Pocket Binoculars

Compact binoculars have a lens diameter of 28–36 mm – even though they are not bulky, they are bigger than pocket binoculars.

Pocket Binoculars

Pocket binoculars often feature a two-hinge design which makes them even more foldable than compact binoculars where a one-hinge design prevails. Nevertheless, compact binoculars are much more comfortable to use because of the wider eyepieces. These allow the user to press the binoculars against the face when observing.

Compact binoculars are a better choice for longer observations – with pocket binoculars, eye fatigue can occur when using them for too long. Both types of binoculars are not designed to be used in the dusk but the compact type of binoculars will provide a somewhat brighter image because of the bigger exit pupil. If you are a glasses wearer, go for compact binoculars.

Prism types in compact binoculars

The most common prism type used in compact binocular is a roof prism of the Schmidt-Pechan type. Porro prisms are known for their great light transmission rate – since light transmission rate is not of much importance with compact binocular, these prisms are scarcely found in compact binocular.

Even though the combination of a compact chassis and Porro prisms is rare, it is not non-existent. A great example of a compact Porro prism binocular is Swarovski Habicht 8x30 W.

Best compact binoculars

The best compact binoculars are produced by the renowned European sports optics manufacturersSwarovski, Leica, and Zeiss. These companies have plenty of experience in this field, which is why both the mechanics and optics of their binoculars are top-notch.

They use high-quality coatings on the lenses to provide the user with the best optical experience possible.

You can get decent compact binocular even if you are not ready to spend a considerable amount of money, but we highly recommend that you spend at least 100 € to avoid disappointment.

In principle, there are four price classes when it comes to compact binocular

  • Under 100 €

  • 100–300 €

  • 300–500 €

  • 500–1000 €

  • 1000 €+

 

Read our Ultimate Compact Binoculars Buying Guide here.

A short presentation of Compact-Binoculars Buying Guide is available here.