Nikon Action EX Binoculars.

Description of Nikon Action EX Binoculars

The Action Extreme series by Nikon offers binoculars for wide varieties of use, from hunting, birdwatching to astronomy and marine applications. They offer extreme durability and great optical performance. Porro prism system helps with better light transmission together with multi-coated system. They are well protected with O-ring seals and filled with nitrogen gas to prevent internal condensation. They are also equipped with rubber armouring and eyecups and provided with central focusing mechanism for quick adjustments. The 7x35 model prides itself with the widest field of view (163m) and 16x50 model offers incredible power for long distance scanning of larger areas or sky-gazing.

Basic features

Action EX models are all enclosed in rubber armouring that is hard and thick to protect these binoculars against impacts. The waterproof construction is the result of tight O-seals and hard aluminum body that makes the construction extremely durable and corrosion-free. The construction is also purged with Nitrogen gas to prevent the formation of condensation and molding. They are able to withstand the pressure in the water for 5 minutes if submerged or in case of accidental fall. This makes Action EX models incredibly well protected even in the most severe environments. The binoculars are equipped with tripod adaptable screw, very convenient for models with bigger magnifications that usually make less steady images.

Optical properties

Nikon Action EX series offers incredibly bright images thanks to Porro prism system, which combined BaK-4 prisms offer great light transmission and sharp, crisp image. The lenses have multi-layers of high-quality coatings applied on the surfaces to help with better transmittance. They also have an anti-reflective ability, to eliminate glaring, internal reflections and chromatic aberration that distracts the perfect resolution and colors. For focusing, the Action EX series uses central focusing mechanism. The long focusing throw offers fine-tune although this means the mechanism is less quick, but the smooth turn of the wheel helps with comfortable adjustments. The knob is integrated into the hinge and is rugged to prevent sudden slipping. To eliminate differences between both eyes, there is diopter set below the right-eye eyecup. The eyecups are multi-positioned with click-stops that allow you to set perfect distance for your eyes from the ocular lenses which helps to eliminate vignetting that can compromise the clear viewing.

Accessories

The Action EX comes in a padded case for storage and protection and neckstrap for carrying. There are also objective lens covers and rainguards for additional protection of the lenses.

Features of Nikon Action EX Binoculars

Aluminum Housing
Multi-coated
Porro Prism
Bak4 Prisms
Central Focusing
Right-eye Diopter
Twist-up Eyecups
Waterproof
Watertight (1 meter, 5 minutes)
Fog-proof (Nitrogen Filling)
Tripod Adaptable

Accessories of Nikon Action EX Binoculars

Neoprene Neckstrap
Case for Storage
Objective Lens Covers
Rainguards
Lens Cleaning Cloth

Available models of Nikon Action EX Binoculars

Action EX 7x35 CF	COMPACT - Short range, daytime binoculars
Action EX 8x40 CF	ALLROUND - Short range, daytime binoculars
Action EX 7x50 CF	MARINE – Long range, low-light binoculars
Action EX 10x50 CF	LOW-LIGHT - Long range binoculars
Action EX 12x50 CF	LOW-LIGHT – Long range binoculars
Action EX 16x50 CF	LOW-LIGHT – Long range binoculars

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Nikon offers 10 years of warranty for Action EX series with Ten-Year-Limited Warranty Card. For the first 5 years the repair or replacement are fully covered, and in the further five years only replacement materials are covered, the cost for repair work is however charged. The warranty claim is non-transferable and the proof of purchase must be presented. Nikon warranty doesn’t cover damages due to mishandling, misuse, neglect or accidental damage. Wear items such as lens covers, straps and cases are not covered.

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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How to Choose Hunting Binoculars

Hunting binoculars are the biggest category of binoculars and consist of the most versatile products in our store. There are many different types of hunting, and for each type, there are many different types of binoculars.

For low-light hunting, very big any heavy binoculars with big objective lens diameter and low magnifications are used. While for stalking in the mountains small, light binoculars with high magnification are used.

Since many different binoculars are included in this category, there are only a few properties that are common to all binoculars.

Best Binoculars for Hunters - Model 8x42

8x42 Binoculars for hunting

What Binocular Magnification is Best for Hunting?

Magnification on hunting binoculars is usually lower than 10x. Some of the most common features of hunting binoculars:

Fixed magnification
Objective lens bigger than 30mm
7x, 8x and 10x magnification

8x42 Binoculars for Hunting

8x42 is one of the best configurations of hunting binoculars. The 8x magnification is the ideal compromise of image magnification and the intensity of a handshake. Binoculars with a 42 mm objective lens are still compact and, at the same time, bright enough.

8x42 is the most common configuration among binoculars, therefore the competition is extremely high. Consequently, for this reason, we get the highest quality for the money we pay for the product. They are also often used by birdwatchers, not only hunters.

The 8x42 configuration is trendy because of its excellent combination between size and weight, light transmission, field of view, and useful magnification.

Interested in 8x42 Binoculars?

Binoculars for Low Light Hunting

Low light hunting binoculars are mostly used in Europe, where hunting in the dark (at dusk and dawn or at moonlight) is extremely common and popular.

Their light transmittance is very high and usually come in 7x or 8x magnification with 50 or 56 mm objective lens diameter. With a high light transmission rate and big exit pupil, they work best at dusk and dawn.

In most cases, low light binoculars feature Porro or Abbe-Koenig prisms. They are heavier and more prominent than binoculars of smaller configurations. This type of hunting-binoculars are often in the higher price range.

Low Light hunting binoculars also generally have an individual focus for each eye.

Looking for Low Light Binoculars?

Compact Binoculars for Hunting

Compact binoculars are only usable in the daylight since they do not provide a bright enough image to hunt in the twilight. Compact hunting binoculars are small in size, which means they are very light. The hunter can easily carry them around its neck. Small size and weight are significant. In most cases, hunters use compact binoculars for mountain hunting in the daylight.

Compact binoculars have the largest field of view among all binoculars. For the best hunting experience, we recommend binoculars that are small in size and have an 8x42 configuration.

Best Compact Binoculars for Hunters

Compact Binoculars for hunting

Interested in Compact Binoculars?

10x42 Binoculars for Stalking

10x42 are similar to 8x42 because the offer of the latter is also huge; they both have a good ratio between price and quality.
10x42 are less bright than 8x42 but offer better details and resolution.
They are very suitable for hunting in the mountains and generally for hunting in the bright daytime.
This configuration is also the most common choice of birdwatchers.

Magnification higher than 10x is not recommended for hunting because the shaking of the hands is too noticeable. In the last years, the 10x50 binoculars started to become trendy.

This configuration behaves better in low light situations than 10x42 binoculars. But the user has to take into consideration that 10x50 binoculars are heavier and therefore not very suitable for stalking in the mountains.

Integrated Laser Rangefinder

Binoculars with an integrated laser rangefinder are useful for determining distances. In the past, they were produced only by premium European brands, but now they are also available by other less-known manufacturers.

These binoculars are an excellent tool for hunting and shooting on longer distances. They are usually much more expensive than similar binoculars without the LRF option.

The great advantage is that everything is integrated into one device.

Roof Prism Hunting Binoculars

Roof prisms are very common in hunting binoculars category. All roof prism binoculars have a central focusing system. This type of binoculars is much more compact than binoculars that feature Porro prisms.

The most commonly used type of Roof prism is Schmidt Pechan type.

Premium and also low-priced binoculars use Schmidt Pechan prisms.
This type of prism is the smallest and the lightest one, meaning that binoculars using it are short.

Binoculars with Schmidt Pechan Prisms Model - Binoculars for Hunters

Binoculars with Schmidt Pechan Pisms

Abbe-Koening Prism Hunting Binoculars

Abbe-Koening prisms are not used very often.

Binoculars with Abbe-Koening prisms provide bright images.
Producing binoculars with Abbe-Koning prisms is more expensive.
These binoculars are more massive and longer in size.
Until recently, only Zeiss was manufacturing them, but now many companies have their series of binoculars with Abee-Koening prisms.

Binoculars with Abbe Koenig Prisms Model - Binoculars for Hunters

Binoculars with Abbe Koenig Prisms

Porro Prism Hunting Binoculars

Porro prism binoculars were more popular in the past. Today, production has remained only for those who are explicitly meant for hunting in low light conditions. They usually have an individual focusing system (on each eye separately).

Although they are no longer widespread, some exceptions are still very popular:

Protection Against Rough Weather Conditions

During hunting, binoculars are exposed to harsh weather conditions on many occasions. Cold, rain, snow, and impacts are some difficulties which hunting binoculars have to endure.

Only Marine binoculars are exposed to similar hard conditions and can compare to hunting-binoculars in this matter. All binoculars for hunting are waterproof and filled with nitrogen or argon. Nitrogen and argon prevent dew from accumulating at the sudden temperature changes.

Many of the hunting binoculars have a thick rubber armor. The most premium binoculars have a housing made of magnesium, which provides maximal protection.

Most of these types of binoculars have fully-multi coated lenses, but only the most premium brands also offer special protective coatings on external lenses.

Best Hunting Binoculars

It is hard to say which are the best binoculars for hunting since the decision depends on the purpose.

Binoculars that are great for stalking do not perform well in low light conditions. The user needs to know for what kind of use he/she needs the binoculars.

There are many binoculars on the market that a saying "Jack of all trades, master of none" applies to. It is crucial to choose binoculars that are best for its user needs.

There is no denying that some established European companies (Zeiss, Leica, Swarovski) produce the best binoculars and currently dominate the market.

But there are also some manufacturers in the middle price range that provide good quality binoculars for more affordable prices.

A short presentation of Hunting Binoculars is available here.

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