GPO Passion ED 8x42

The fact that these use high quality optics and coatings as well as the 8x42 configuration ensures that not only are these binoculars able to capture and then transmit a good level of light right through the optical pathway, but the fairly large 5.25mm exit pupil means that their image brightness and low light performance is excellent.
The field of view you get whilst looking through these binoculars is extremely wide, making it easier to quickly locate your intended subject and then in the case of fast and perhaps erratic moving birds or wildlife easier to follow and keep within your view.
The minimum close focus distance of 2m is good for an 8x42 binocular and thus puts them forward as a good option for those who occasionally like to study things like butterflies, other insects or even birds from very close range.
The multi-position, twist-up eyecups and generous 18mm of eye relief mean that even if you use eyewear, you will be able to position your eyes correctly behind the ocular lenses in order to achieve the full field of view.

About GPO Passion ED Binoculars

Whilst the focus of GPO’s flagship Passion HD series is firmly aimed at outright performance, German Precision Optics have created this Passion ED series of binoculars with an eye on achieving an excellent performance to price ratio and thus will appeal to those who need a binocular that can perform an exceptional level, but who also have an eye on the price tag.
So whilst many of the features and components are the same between the Passion HD and the Passion ED series binoculars, there are a few differences that help to keep the price of this series a little lower.
Firstly is the fact that they are actually made in different countries: All GPO binoculars are 100% quality controlled in Germany, however the Passion ED binoculars are manufactured in China, whilst the Passion HD’s are produced in a factory in Japan.
Available in either full-sized 8x42 or 10x42 models or the standard mid-sized options of 8x32 or 10x32 models, there are a few other differences which I will highlight below:

Important Features

These GPO binoculars have a textured rubber armour exterior which provides a good level of grip as well as protection. Underneath they are supported by a magnesium chassis with a top-hinge body design. This single, very thin bridge is also made from magnesium.
Fully sealed, this chassis is both waterproof and nitrogen purged for fog proofing.
Like the flagship Passion HD series, these also have aluminium eyepiece housings and twist-up eyecups with multi-position click stops. Indeed the only major difference in the body is that rather than having the diopter integrated into the focus wheel, these Passion ED binoculars sport a more conventional right eye diopter adjustment ring.

Optical Properties

In terms of their optical components and coatings and as with the rest of the instrument, these compare very well against others in this price range. However there are a couple of optical differences between these and the flagship Passion HD series:
Passion ED binoculars use a single ED element within each objective lens, whilst the HD has two slightly higher grade ED elements. The other main change is that these lack the hydrophobic exterior coating used on the Passion HD.
As you would expect , both models feature a fully multi-coated optical system and they both use very high quality Schmidt Pechan roof prism systems. These prisms are both phase corrected and feature multi-coatings of the very best dielectric mirror coatings that reflect more light across the full spectrum for better quality and brighter views.

Accessories

German Precision Optics supply the Passion ED series binoculars with a hard carry case for improved protection, a thick neoprene neck strap for added comfort, covers for both the objective lenses and the ocular lenses as well as a cleaning cloth and instruction manual.

Features of GPO Passion ED Binoculars

• Fluorite Containing ED Glass Lens Elements
• Fully Multi-Coated Optical Pathway
• Phase Corrected & Dielectric Coated Schmidt Pechan Roof Prisms
• Magnesium Chassis
• Twist-Up Aluminium Eyecups with intermediate click stops
• Right Eye Diopter
• Waterproof and Fogproof (Nitrogen filling)

Accessories of GPO Passion ED Binoculars

• Hard Carry Case
• Neoprene Neck Strap
• Objective Lens Covers
• Ocular Covers
• Cleaning Cloth
• Instruction Manual

Warranty Terms and Conditions

You also receive a 10-year warranty with all GPO Passion ED binoculars, so should anything go wrong, your binocular will be replaced or repaired at no cost to you.